278 Salter Street

William Whyte, Winnipeg

Property score

38.0

Below average

Overall 38.0 · Smaller than most nearby homes

921 sqft (bottom 30%) · Built in 1907 (20 yrs older than avg)

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~49.6k

Transit 82.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 schools, 1 healthcare facility, 3 shops, and 1 park nearby

Living Area

Below average

20% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

20 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 77%Tagalog · 5%

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

Sold Count

703

Median price

117k

$/sqft

$87/sqft

Avg build year

1927

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Property score

38.0 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

31.6Low
Living Area42
921 sqftLow
Year Built10
1907Low
Lot Size10
1,996 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity59
Fair

Community Score

47.6Low
Household Income53
Fair
Education Level34
Low
Housing Stress63
Fair
Core Housing Need38
Low
Employment Health42
Low

Neighbourhood Sales

William Whyte

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “william whyte” (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: #46110061

Community deep dive

$50K

Median household income

$67K

Average household income

24%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.2

P90 / P10 ratio

32%

Single-person households

15%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)563
Labour force participation rate57%
Median age29.6
Avg household size2.8
Unemployment rate17%
Population density8042 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)24%
Single-person households32%
Couple families with children15%
Median household income (2020)$50K

Housing

Renter households51%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$180K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)20%
Visible minority32%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)16%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 76%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 5%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
921 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 18%Same areaBottom 30%CitywideBottom 18%
Same street · Salter Street
#79 / 96
Bottom 18% · Avg 1,227 sqft
Same area · William Whyte
#1,195 / 1,707
Bottom 30% · Avg 1,158 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#158,709 / 194,458
Bottom 18% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
118k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 15%Same areaBottom 37%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Salter Street
#82 / 96
Bottom 15% · Avg 211.9k
Same area · William Whyte
#1,076 / 1,707
Bottom 37% · Avg 149.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#192,288 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1907
0255075100
Same streetBottom 18%Same areaBottom 40%CitywideBottom 4%

Lot Size

below average
1,996 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 3%Same areaBottom 2%CitywideBottom 1%

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

278 Salter Street — 14 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 2 education (nearest 439 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 238 m), 3 shopping (nearest 284 m).

Search radius
🏫Education2
🏥Healthcare1
🛒Shopping3
🌳Parks1
Fuel Stations1
Worship6

Crime & Safety

William Whyte · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

160

2026

vs. city avg

+442%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-92%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

50%

Sales History

278 Salter Street: We are not showing a transaction history based solely on public data; that does not mean no sale ever occurred. You can still request details by email in the “Data notes” section below—we will look it up manually and reply with the most accurate information available.

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 278 Salter Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This home at 278 Salter Street in Winnipeg's William Whyte neighbourhood presents a specific and straightforward opportunity. Built in 1907, it's a 921 sqft residence on a 1,996 sqft lot, with a current assessed value of $118,000. The data reveals a property that is modest in scale compared to most, both on its street and city-wide, particularly in terms of lot size. Its appeal lies in its position as an accessible entry point into the market. The assessed value is notably below the Winnipeg city average, suggesting a lower barrier to entry for ownership. This would suit a pragmatic, first-time buyer or an investor looking for a straightforward rental property, where the financial commitment is clear and contained. It's a home for those who prioritize function and affordability over size or modern amenities, and who understand they are purchasing in an established, historic neighbourhood.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the city average?
The assessed value is based on the property's specific characteristics—its smaller living area, compact lot size, and age—within its market context. In William Whyte, its value is closer to the neighbourhood average, but it stands well below the much higher averages seen in more expensive areas city-wide, which pulls the overall city figure up.

2. What does the "ranking" data for lot size mean?
The rankings show this property's lot is smaller than the vast majority of comparable lots. On Salter Street, it ranks 93rd out of 96 (Top 97%), meaning only three lots on the street are smaller. This indicates a compact, low-maintenance yard, which could be a drawback for some but an advantage for those seeking minimal outdoor upkeep.

3. Is the lack of sales history on this page a concern?
No, it simply means the data source used for this public summary does not include MLS sales records. As noted, you can request exact historical figures directly from the site via email for a manually verified lookup.

4. How does the living area compare to nearby homes?
At 921 sqft, the living space is below the average for Salter Street (~1,227 sqft) but is actually quite close to the William Whyte neighbourhood average (~1,158 sqft). This suggests the home's interior size is fairly typical for the immediate area, though more compact than others on its specific block.

5. What is a less obvious consideration with a home of this age?
While charm and character are often cited, a practical perspective is predictability. A structure from 1907 has settled into its state. Major systemic issues, if any, have likely manifested and may be known or discoverable, potentially offering more certainty than a newer home with latent, undiscovered problems.