153 Sigma Avenue

Whyte Ridge, Winnipeg

65.2

Good

Overall 65.2

Smaller and older than most nearby homes

1,080 sqft (bottom 1%)

Built in 1953 (41 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area

with median household income of ~120k

Transit 86.0

3-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes

Within 500m: 1 park, and 5 sports facilitys nearby

Living Area

Below average

35% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

41 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 66%Chinese · 7%

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

Sold Count

752

Median price

536.3k

$/sqft

$352/sqft

Avg build year

1994

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Property score

65.2 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

49.6Low
Living Area1,080 sqft52Fair
Year Built195336Low
Lot Size5,397 sqft67Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity23Low

Community Score

88.7Excellent
Household Income91Excellent
Education Level91Excellent
Housing Stress74Good
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health76Good

Neighbourhood Sales

Whyte Ridge

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “whyte ridge” (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: #46111058

Community deep dive

$120K

Median household income

$138K

Average household income

9%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

4.2

P90 / P10 ratio

14%

Single-person households

44%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)1,289
Labour force participation rate70%
Median age39.2
Avg household size2.9
Unemployment rate7%
Population density2929 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)9%
Single-person households14%
Couple families with children44%
Median household income (2020)$120K

Housing

Renter households22%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$472K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)20%
Visible minority34%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)51%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 65%
Mother tongue (2nd)Chinese · 7%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,080 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 23%Same areaBottom 1%CitywideBottom 37%
Same street · Sigma Avenue
#10 / 13
Bottom 23% · Avg 1,306 sqft
Same area · Whyte Ridge
#2,353 / 2,382
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,666 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#121,563 / 194,458
Bottom 37% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
309k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 23%Same areaBottom 1%CitywideBottom 32%
Same street · Sigma Avenue
#10 / 13
Bottom 23% · Avg 424.5k
Same area · Whyte Ridge
#2,369 / 2,382
Bottom 1% · Avg 529.6k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#132,372 / 194,458
Bottom 32% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1953
0255075100
Same streetBottom 23%Same areaBottom 1%CitywideBottom 31%

Lot Size

around average
5,397 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 1%Same areaBottom 42%CitywideTop 46%

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

153 Sigma Avenue — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 1 parks (nearest 343 m).

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🌳Parks1
💪Sports5

Crime & Safety

Whyte Ridge · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

4

2026

vs. city avg

-86%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-95%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Violent

75%

Sales History

Sold 3/2025CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 1%

Same area

Bottom 1%

City-wide

Bottom 40%

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Highlights & common questions: 153 Sigma Avenue, Winnipeg

153 Sigma Avenue – Property Summary

Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile

This is a 1,080 sqft home built in 1953 on a 5,397 sqft lot, located in the Whyte Ridge neighbourhood of Winnipeg. Its assessed value is $309,000.

The property's main distinction is its age and size relative to its immediate surroundings. On Sigma Avenue, it is the oldest home (ranked 10th out of 13) and sits on the smallest lot (ranked 13th out of 13). The street averages newer builds (1978) with larger lots (7,812 sqft) and higher values ($424,500). Within the broader Whyte Ridge neighbourhood, this gap is even more pronounced—the property ranks in the bottom 1% for both age and assessed value compared to the neighbourhood average of 1994 builds and $529,600 values.

However, when compared citywide, the home is around average in living area, assessed value, and age. This suggests the property is not an outlier across Winnipeg, but rather an older, more modest home in a neighbourhood that has since developed with larger, newer houses.

Where the appeal lies: The home offers a lower entry price in a desirable neighbourhood where most properties are significantly more expensive. The smaller lot and older structure may appeal to buyers open to renovation, downsizing, or those who prioritize location over modern finishes and square footage. It may also suit investors or first-time buyers looking for a property with lower baseline costs than the surrounding homes.

Buyer profile: Best suited for someone who values being in Whyte Ridge but cannot—or does not want to—pay the premium for a newer or larger home. Also suitable for buyers who see opportunity in updating a property in a higher-value area, or those who prefer a smaller lot with less upkeep.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the assessed value compare to similar homes nearby?
On Sigma Avenue, the home's $309,000 assessed value is well below the street average of $424,500. Within Whyte Ridge, it ranks in the bottom 1% of values. Citywide, it is roughly average.

2. Is the small lot a disadvantage?
It depends on your priorities. The lot is the smallest on the street and below the neighbourhood average. This means less outdoor maintenance, but also less space for expansion or yard use. The smaller lot is a key reason for the lower price relative to neighbours.

3. Why is the home ranked so low in its neighbourhood but average citywide?
Whyte Ridge is a relatively affluent area with larger, newer homes. This property is an older, smaller example in that context. Across all of Winnipeg, it falls closer to the middle because the city includes many older and smaller homes in various neighbourhoods.

4. What should a potential buyer look into before making an offer?
Given the home was built in 1953, a thorough inspection is wise—particularly for the foundation, plumbing, electrical, and insulation. Renovation history matters. Also consider future resale: because the home is an outlier on its street, upgrades may not return the same value as they would in a more uniform block.

5. Is the neighbourhood of Whyte Ridge generally desirable?
Yes. Whyte Ridge is a well-established, family-oriented area with good schools, parks, and access to amenities. The property’s lower price offers a way into this neighbourhood, but it’s important to set realistic expectations about what that price reflects relative to the surrounding homes.

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