235 Rouge Road

Westwood, Winnipeg

Property score

66.4

Good

Overall 66.4 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

1,137 sqft (bottom 24%) · Built in 1941 (25 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~107k

Transit 82.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 school, 4 parks, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Below average

17% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

25 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 88%Chinese · 2%

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

Sold Count

898

Median price

405k

$/sqft

$307/sqft

Avg build year

1966

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Property score

66.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

54.8Fair
Living Area60
1,137 sqftFair
Year Built24
1941Low
Lot Size81
6,289 sqftExcellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity37
Low

Community Score

83.7Excellent
Household Income87
Excellent
Education Level63
Fair
Housing Stress100
Excellent
Core Housing Need100
Excellent
Employment Health76
Good

Neighbourhood Sales

Westwood

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “westwood” (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: #46110324

Community deep dive

$107K

Median household income

$122K

Average household income

7%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

2.9

P90 / P10 ratio

17%

Single-person households

35%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)529
Labour force participation rate68%
Median age42.4
Avg household size2.7
Unemployment rate3%
Population density3111 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)7%
Single-person households17%
Couple families with children35%
Median household income (2020)$107K

Housing

Renter households5%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$348K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)6%
Visible minority12%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)34%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 87%
Mother tongue (2nd)Chinese · 1%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,137 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 29%Same areaBottom 24%CitywideBottom 44%
Same street · Rouge Road
#89 / 125
Bottom 29% · Avg 1,263 sqft
Same area · Westwood
#1,910 / 2,523
Bottom 24% · Avg 1,372 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#109,866 / 194,458
Bottom 44% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
264k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 9%Same areaBottom 2%CitywideBottom 20%
Same street · Rouge Road
#114 / 125
Bottom 9% · Avg 351.5k
Same area · Westwood
#2,478 / 2,523
Bottom 2% · Avg 392.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#154,746 / 194,458
Bottom 20% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1941
0255075100
Same streetBottom 1%Same areaBottom 1%CitywideBottom 20%

Lot Size

above average
6,289 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 10%Same areaTop 36%CitywideTop 26%

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

235 Rouge Road — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 education (nearest 236 m), 4 parks (nearest 191 m).

Search radius
🏫Education1
🌳Parks4
Worship1

Crime & Safety

Westwood · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

9

2026

vs. city avg

-69%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-97%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

100%

Sales History

Sold 5/2024CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 25%

Same area

Bottom 14%

City-wide

Bottom 34%
Sold 11/2021CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 2%

Same area

Bottom 1%

City-wide

Bottom 13%

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Highlights & common questions: 235 Rouge Road, Winnipeg

235 Rouge Road – Property Summary

Key Characteristics & Buyer Fit

This is a 1,137 sq. ft. home built in 1941 on a notably large 6,289 sq. ft. lot in Winnipeg’s Westwood neighbourhood. The lot size is the property’s strongest asset: it ranks in the top 10% on the street and top 26% citywide, meaning the yard is significantly larger than most comparable homes nearby.

The living area is slightly below the street and neighbourhood averages, and the assessed value of $264,000 reflects that—coming in well under the $351,500 street average and far below the $392,100 neighbourhood average. The home is older than nearly all its neighbours: it ranks last on the street for year built (1941 vs. a 1966 average).

Where the appeal lies: The primary draw here is the land. For a buyer who wants space outdoors—gardening, room for kids or pets, or future expansion possibilities—this lot offers something the surrounding homes generally don’t. It’s also priced below many nearby properties, which may appeal to someone looking for a lower entry point into a stable neighbourhood like Westwood.

Who it suits best: First-time buyers who are handy or open to renovations, investors looking for a property where the land holds more value than the house, or anyone who prioritises outdoor space over a modern interior. It’s less suited to someone wanting a move-in-ready home with contemporary finishes or a buyer who prefers a compact, low-maintenance yard.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this a teardown property?
Not necessarily. The house is old (1941) and ranks low for condition relative to the area, but a teardown decision depends on local zoning and your goals. The lot is large for the street, which could support a rebuild or addition, but you’d need to check city regulations and consult a contractor before assuming that’s the best route.

2. How much work does the house likely need?
Hard to say without an inspection, but homes from 1941 typically need updated electrical, plumbing, and insulation. The low assessed value suggests the market has already priced in significant deferred maintenance. Budget for major systems first, then cosmetic upgrades.

3. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the neighbourhood average?
Mainly because the house is smaller and older than most homes in Westwood. Assessed value reflects the structure and land together; here, the structure is dragging the total down, even though the lot is above-average in size.

4. Does the large lot mean higher property taxes?
Not directly. Property taxes are based on assessed value, not lot size alone. Since the assessed value is on the lower side, taxes should be relatively modest compared to higher-valued homes on smaller lots in the same area. That said, a future reassessment could shift the balance if the land value appreciates faster than the house.

5. What’s the street like?
The data shows Rouge Road has a mix of homes, with most built around the mid-1960s. Your property stands out as the oldest and one of the least expensive. That can mean lower neighbour turnover and a quieter street vibe, but also means you’re likely buying into a block where other owners have already done major updates.