1657 Alexander Avenue

Weston, Winnipeg

Property score

31.8

Below average

Overall 31.8 · Smaller but newer than most nearby homes

648 sqft (bottom 12%) · Built in 1957 (20 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~50k

Transit 88.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 school, 1 healthcare facility, 2 parks, and 1 sports facility nearby

Living Area

Below average

31% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

20 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 55%Tagalog · 30%

Past 10 years Weston sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

682

Median price

202.5k

$/sqft

$245/sqft

Avg build year

1937

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Property score

31.8 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

22.7Low
Living Area648 sqft15Low
Year Built195743Low
Lot Size2,423 sqft18Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity48Low

Community Score

45.4Low
Household Income56Fair
Education Level22Low
Housing Stress52Fair
Core Housing Need50Fair
Employment Health28Low

Neighbourhood Sales

Weston

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “weston” (Detached houses (non-condo), 2024). The tallest band is the mainstream budget range; multi-year view shows how that band shifts over time.

Market Conditions · WinnipegSeller's Market
Buyer'sBalancedSeller's

Sales-to-New-Listings

64.6%

1,196

sold

1,852

new listings

Manitoba Real Estate Association March public data on New Listings and Properties Sold across Manitoba

Sold Above Asking

65%

Majority sold above asking

68 of 104 sold above asking · Manually compiled from MLS Winnipeg sold listings, May 4 – May 10, 2026

With a Sales-to-New-Listings ratio of 64.6% and 65% of homes selling above asking price, demand is clearly outpacing supply. Buyers are competing, which is putting upward pressure on prices.

Area census snapshot

Dissemination area (DA) — Statistics Canada 2021 Census · Area: #46110150

Community deep dive

$50K

Median household income

$58K

Average household income

23%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

4.0

P90 / P10 ratio

39%

Single-person households

20%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)703
Labour force participation rate51%
Median age42.0
Avg household size2.6
Unemployment rate19%
Population density7811 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)23%
Single-person households39%
Couple families with children20%
Median household income (2020)$50K

Housing

Renter households51%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$200K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)36%
Visible minority45%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)14%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 55%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 30%

Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.

Rankings

Living Area

below average
648 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 9%Same areaBottom 12%CitywideBottom 2%
Same street · Alexander Avenue
#554 / 608
Bottom 9% · Avg 1,015 sqft
Same area · Weston
#1,522 / 1,736
Bottom 12% · Avg 936 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#191,159 / 194,458
Bottom 2% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
182k
0255075100
Same streetTop 42%Same areaTop 45%CitywideBottom 6%
Same street · Alexander Avenue
#253 / 608
Top 42% · Avg 184.3k
Same area · Weston
#780 / 1,736
Top 45% · Avg 184.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#182,761 / 194,458
Bottom 6% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1957
0255075100
Same streetTop 24%Same areaTop 14%CitywideBottom 37%

Lot Size

around average
2,423 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 44%Same areaBottom 12%CitywideBottom 3%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

1657 Alexander Avenue — 7 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 1 education (nearest 455 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 496 m), 2 parks (nearest 233 m).

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🏫Education1
🏥Healthcare1
🌳Parks2
💪Sports1
🏦Finance1
Worship1

Crime & Safety

Weston · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

66

2026

vs. city avg

+124%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-93%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Other

35%

Full crime data for Weston →Winnipeg crime overview →

Sales History

Sold 9/2017CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Top 44%

Same area

Top 44%

City-wide

Bottom 8%

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Highlights & common questions: 1657 Alexander Avenue, Winnipeg

1657 Alexander Avenue – Property Summary

Key Characteristics & Buyer Fit

This is a compact, post-war bungalow in the Weston neighbourhood of Winnipeg, built in 1957. The living area is 648 square feet, which is significantly smaller than both the street average (1,015 sqft) and the citywide average (1,342 sqft). Land is also on the tight side at 2,423 square feet, notably below the Weston neighbourhood average of 3,269 sqft. The assessed value sits at $182,000—right around the local average for the street and neighbourhood, but well below the citywide norm of $390,100.

The appeal here is straightforward: it’s an entry-level property in a mature area, priced in line with its immediate surroundings. The home is newer than many of its neighbours (the average year built on the street is 1937), which may mean fewer immediate structural surprises than a pre-war house, though the square footage is a real constraint. This isn't a home that will compete on space or lot size, but it offers a foothold in a central, established neighbourhood at a modest price point.

This property would suit first-time buyers who are realistic about space and prioritize location over square footage. It may also appeal to investors looking for a smaller rental unit in a lower-priced segment of the market, or to downsizers who want a manageable, single-floor home without the upkeep of a larger lot. Buyers expecting room to grow or a generous yard will likely be disappointed.

FAQs

1. How does the property's size compare to other homes in the area?
The living area is about 36% smaller than the average on Alexander Avenue and 52% smaller than the citywide average for comparable homes. The lot is also below average for both the neighbourhood and the city. In short, this is a small home by most local standards.

2. Is the assessed value realistic for what the home offers?
The assessed value of $182,000 aligns closely with the average on the street ($184,300) and in the neighbourhood ($184,700). It doesn't suggest the property is over- or under-valued relative to its immediate peers, though it's well below the citywide average because of the smaller size and lot.

3. What does the year built tell me about maintenance or updates?
Built in 1957, the home is newer than about three-quarters of the homes on Alexander Avenue and newer than 86% of homes in the Weston neighbourhood. This doesn't guarantee modern systems, but it's less likely to have the foundation or knob-and-tube wiring issues common in pre-war builds. Budget for updates, but the vintage is generally less risky than older stock.

4. Why is the land area ranking so low citywide but not on the street?
The lot is slightly below the average on Alexander Avenue (2,977 sqft) but significantly smaller than the citywide average (6,570 sqft). Many Winnipeg properties, especially in newer suburbs, sit on much larger lots. The home is reasonably competitive within its immediate street but looks small compared to the broader city.

5. Who is this home not a good fit for?
Anyone needing extra living space, a large yard, or room to expand will find this property tight. It's also less suited to buyers looking for a high-end finish or a turnkey home with generous square footage. If space or land is a priority, this likely won't work.

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