298 Lock Street

Weston, Winnipeg

Property score

38.6

Below average

Overall 38.6 · Smaller than most nearby homes

680 sqft (bottom 17%) · Built in 1919 (18 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~76.5k

Transit 88.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 parks, and 1 bank/ATM nearby

Living Area

Below average

27% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

18 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 61%Tagalog · 22%

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

38.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

18.8Low
Living Area680 sqft15Low
Year Built191916Low
Lot Size2,623 sqft28Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity48Low

Community Score

68.2Good
Household Income75Good
Education Level44Low
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need76Good
Employment Health60Fair

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: #46111146

Community deep dive

$77K

Median household income

$80K

Average household income

16%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.1

P90 / P10 ratio

16%

Single-person households

30%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)915
Labour force participation rate66%
Median age34.4
Avg household size3.0
Unemployment rate12%
Population density1726 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)16%
Single-person households16%
Couple families with children30%
Median household income (2020)$77K

Housing

Renter households25%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$186K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)36%
Visible minority48%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)23%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 60%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 22%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
680 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 12%Same areaBottom 17%CitywideBottom 3%
Same street · Lock Street
#28 / 32
Bottom 12% · Avg 812 sqft
Same area · Weston
#1,449 / 1,736
Bottom 17% · Avg 936 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#188,697 / 194,458
Bottom 3% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
142k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 41%Same areaBottom 22%CitywideBottom 2%
Same street · Lock Street
#19 / 32
Bottom 41% · Avg 173.9k
Same area · Weston
#1,353 / 1,736
Bottom 22% · Avg 184.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#189,697 / 194,458
Bottom 2% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1919
0255075100
Same streetBottom 3%Same areaBottom 39%CitywideBottom 12%

Lot Size

around average
2,623 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 34%Same areaBottom 46%CitywideBottom 7%

To see this property on a map next to nearby houses—and compare year built, living area, assessed value, and lot size in detail—open the neighbourhood analysis page.

Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

298 Lock Street — 3 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 2 parks (nearest 61 m).

Search radius
🌳Parks2
🏦Finance1

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 3/2025CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 33%

Same area

Bottom 29%

City-wide

Bottom 4%
Sold 12/2020CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 17%

Same area

Bottom 23%

City-wide

Bottom 3%

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Highlights & common questions: 298 Lock Street, Winnipeg

298 Lock Street – Property Summary

Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile

This is a compact, older home in Winnipeg’s Weston neighbourhood with a living area of 680 square feet—well below the citywide average of 1,342 square feet. Built in 1919, it’s one of the oldest homes on its street, where the average build year is 1956. The land area is 2,623 square feet, which is slightly below the street average but relatively generous compared to the very small citywide median lot size. The assessed value sits at $142,000, which is around average for Lock Street but significantly below the citywide average of $390,100.

The property’s main appeal is its affordability and the fact that it offers a standalone house, not a condo or apartment, at a price point that’s hard to find in most of Winnipeg. It would suit a buyer who values ownership and a bit of outdoor space over square footage or modern finishes. This could be a first-time buyer with a limited budget, someone looking for a fixer-upper with good bones in an established neighbourhood, or an investor after a low-cost entry into the market. The small footprint means lower utility and maintenance costs, but the age of the house likely means some updates are needed. It’s not a home for someone seeking move-in-ready perfection or a large, open layout.


Five Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does this property compare to others nearby?
On Lock Street, the home’s assessed value is about average, and its land area is slightly above median. However, it ranks very low for living area (88th percentile on the street) and age (97th percentile, meaning almost all nearby homes are newer). In the broader Weston neighbourhood, it falls in the bottom third for living area and value, but is roughly average for lot size and build year.

2. What does the “Top 97%” ranking mean?
It means that compared to all comparable homes citywide, this property has a smaller living area than 97% of them. The ranking system shows where the home stands relative to others—lower percentile in living area and year built, but a slightly better rank for land area and assessed value at the street level.

3. Is the assessed value a reliable estimate of market price?
Assessed value is used for property tax calculations and is based on a formula, not current market conditions. In a neighbourhood like Weston, where sale prices can vary, the assessed value is a starting point but may not reflect what a buyer would actually pay. A real estate agent familiar with the area can give a more accurate market estimate.

4. Would this home be eligible for renovation grants or programs?
Possibly. Because the home was built in 1919, it may qualify for heritage or older-home renovation programs offered by the city or province, such as the Winnipeg Housing Rehabilitation Program. Buyers should check current eligibility, especially if the home needs structural, electrical, or plumbing upgrades.

5. What are the downsides of buying a home this old and small?
The most obvious downsides are the need for ongoing maintenance and potential surprises (old wiring, plumbing, foundation issues). The small living area may also limit resale appeal if future buyers prioritize space. On the plus side, older homes often have better construction quality than newer builds, and a small house encourages simpler living with lower heating and cooling costs.

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