291 Burrows Avenue

William Whyte, Winnipeg

Property score

63.2

Fair

Overall 63.2 · Larger but older than most nearby homes

1,948 sqft (top 5%) · Built in 1884 (43 yrs older than avg)

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~55.6k

Transit 92.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 5 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 dining spots, 2 schools, 2 healthcare facilitys, and 2 parks nearby

Living Area

Above average

68% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

43 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 75%Tagalog · 9%

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

63.2 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

71.3Good
Living Area92
1,948 sqftExcellent
Year Built5
1884Low
Lot Size81
6,232 sqftExcellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity59
Fair

Community Score

51.0Fair
Household Income60
Fair
Education Level44
Low
Housing Stress42
Low
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: #46110065

Community deep dive

$56K

Median household income

$60K

Average household income

24%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.4

P90 / P10 ratio

27%

Single-person households

15%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)572
Labour force participation rate56%
Median age31.6
Avg household size2.8
Unemployment rate20%
Population density5720 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)24%
Single-person households27%
Couple families with children15%
Median household income (2020)$56K

Housing

Renter households40%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$200K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)19%
Visible minority21%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)21%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 75%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 8%

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

Rankings

Living Area

Elite
1,948 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 3%Same areaTop 5%CitywideTop 12%
Same street · Burrows Avenue
#23 / 682
Top 3% · Avg 1,116 sqft
Same area · William Whyte
#85 / 1,707
Top 5% · Avg 1,158 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#23,667 / 194,458
Top 12% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
206k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 47%Same areaTop 15%CitywideBottom 9%
Same street · Burrows Avenue
#364 / 682
Bottom 47% · Avg 227.3k
Same area · William Whyte
#256 / 1,707
Top 15% · Avg 149.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#176,838 / 194,458
Bottom 9% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1884
0255075100
Same streetBottom 1%Same areaBottom 1%CitywideBottom 1%

Lot Size

Elite
6,232 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 2%Same areaTop 1%CitywideTop 27%

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

291 Burrows Avenue — 13 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 2 dining (nearest 386 m), 2 education (nearest 358 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 290 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining2
🏫Education2
🏥Healthcare2
🌳Parks2
🏦Finance1
Worship4

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

Sold 2/2019CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Top 39%

Same area

Top 11%

City-wide

Bottom 15%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 291 Burrows Avenue, Winnipeg

291 Burrows Avenue – Property Summary

Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile

This is a home defined by its exceptional land and living space relative to its immediate surroundings, built in 1884. At 1,948 square feet, the living area ranks in the top 3% of homes on Burrows Avenue and the top 5% within the William Whyte neighbourhood, where averages sit around 1,100–1,150 square feet. The land is even more striking: a 6,232-square-foot lot places it in the top 2% on the street and the top 1% in the area, far above the typical 3,200–3,500 square feet nearby. Citywide, these figures are still strong but less exceptional—the lot ranks in the top 27%, and the living area in the top 12%.

The assessed value of $206,000 tells a more nuanced story. On the street, it’s around average (top 53%), and it's well above the neighbourhood median of $149,100 (top 15%). But compared to citywide averages of $390,100, the home is in the bottom 9% of assessed value. This gap between generous physical dimensions and moderate valuation may indicate that the property is undervalued by market standards in its immediate context, or that the older building (built 1884, among the oldest on the street and in the city) has not kept pace with modern price growth.

Appeal lies in the combination of a spacious, century-old structure and a large lot that’s rare for the area. The land offers potential for significant expansion, a garden, or future redevelopment, while the existing home provides a generous floor plan. The lower citywide assessed value could mean relative affordability for buyers seeking square footage and yard space.

Suitable for: Buyers who value interior space and land over a modern finish or a prestigious address. This includes families wanting room to grow, hobby gardeners, or those considering a long-term renovation or infill development. It may also suit investors looking for a property where the land value is low relative to its size, or buyers priced out of newer homes who are willing to work with an older structure. It is less suited to those seeking a move-in-ready, low-maintenance home or a property that will quickly resell at a high citywide comparable.


Five Possible FAQs

1. Why is the assessed value so low compared to the city average, when the home is larger than many others?
The assessed value reflects the local market, not just size. In William Whyte, the median home value is $149,100, so $206,000 is above average for the neighbourhood. Citywide, comparable homes tend to be in higher-value areas with newer construction. The 1884 build year also depresses value relative to newer homes, even those with similar square footage.

2. How much renovation might an 1884 home require?
That depends on its current condition—this summary doesn't include inspection data. However, a home of this age may have outdated electrical, plumbing, or foundation work. The large lot can accommodate additions, but any structural changes would need to respect the building’s age and likely any heritage considerations. A thorough inspection is recommended before purchase.

3. Could I subdivide or develop the lot?
The lot is 6,232 square feet, which is well above the area’s average of around 3,200–3,500 square feet. Subdivision would depend on local zoning, minimum lot sizes, and setback requirements in William Whyte. The size suggests potential, but you’d need to check with the city. Development could also be influenced by the home’s age and whether it is listed or in a heritage district.

4. Is the home in a flood-prone area or does it have any known environmental issues?
This summary does not provide location-specific flood, soil, or environmental data. The City of Winnipeg’s flood risk maps, property disclosure, and a geotechnical report would be necessary to answer this. The large lot could include mature trees or old landscaping that may affect drainage.

5. How does the property compare to others built in the same year locally?
Only a small fraction of homes in Winnipeg date to the 1880s—this one ranks near the bottom citywide for year built (top 100%). In the neighborhood, it's among the oldest (ranked 1,701 out of 1,707). That means it likely has unique character but also potential for non-standard construction methods, such as balloon framing or uninsulated walls. Comparable 1880s homes are rare, so price comparisons are tricky; most local comps will be decades newer.