481 Magnus Avenue

William Whyte, Winnipeg

58.0

Fair

Overall 58.0

Larger but older than most nearby homes

1,632 sqft (top 11%)

Built in 1905 (22 yrs older than avg)

Located in a average-income area

with median household income of ~58k

Transit 80.0

4-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes

Within 500m: 2 dining spots, 3 schools, 1 healthcare facility, and 3 shops nearby

Living Area

Above average

41% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

22 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 67%Tagalog · 17%

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

58.0 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

58.9Fair
Living Area1,632 sqft83Excellent
Year Built190510Low
Lot Size2,727 sqft28Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity59Fair

Community Score

56.6Fair
Household Income62Fair
Education Level44Low
Housing Stress63Fair
Core Housing Need63Fair
Employment Health42Low

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: #46110057

Community deep dive

$58K

Median household income

$62K

Average household income

25%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.2

P90 / P10 ratio

26%

Single-person households

26%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)628
Labour force participation rate56%
Median age31.6
Avg household size3.0
Unemployment rate20%
Population density5233 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)25%
Single-person households26%
Couple families with children26%
Median household income (2020)$58K

Housing

Renter households57%
Condominium dwellings4%
Median dwelling value (owners)$190K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)31%
Visible minority38%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)20%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 66%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 17%

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

Rankings

Living Area

Elite
1,632 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 5%Same areaTop 11%CitywideTop 24%
Same street · Magnus Avenue
#31 / 608
Top 5% · Avg 1,017 sqft
Same area · William Whyte
#189 / 1,707
Top 11% · Avg 1,158 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#46,182 / 194,458
Top 24% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
165k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 45%Same areaTop 33%CitywideBottom 4%
Same street · Magnus Avenue
#333 / 608
Bottom 45% · Avg 178k
Same area · William Whyte
#556 / 1,707
Top 33% · Avg 149.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#186,016 / 194,458
Bottom 4% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1905
0255075100
Same streetBottom 17%Same areaBottom 25%CitywideBottom 2%

Lot Size

around average
2,727 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 30%Same areaBottom 17%CitywideBottom 8%

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

481 Magnus Avenue — 17 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 2 dining (nearest 382 m), 3 education (nearest 103 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 116 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining2
🏫Education3
🏥Healthcare1
🛒Shopping3
🌳Parks4
Fuel Stations1
Worship3

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 6/2022CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Top 27%

Same area

Top 15%

City-wide

Bottom 11%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 481 Magnus Avenue, Winnipeg

Here is a clean, standalone property summary for 481 Magnus Avenue.


Overview & Appeal

This is a 1,632 sqft home built in 1905 on a 2,727 sqft lot at 481 Magnus Avenue, in Winnipeg’s William Whyte neighbourhood. Its standout feature is the living space. The home ranks in the top 5% on its street for square footage, top 11% in the neighbourhood, and top 24% citywide. For a home of this age, that amount of interior room is uncommon and likely owes to later additions or a generous original layout.

The appeal here is value-driven, not curb appeal or modernity. The assessed value of $165k is below average for its street and sits in the bottom 5% citywide, meaning the price point is relatively low despite the generous interior. The lot is on the smaller side for the neighbourhood, and the year built (1905) places it among older homes in the area. Buyers would be looking for space over polish—someone willing to take on an older home with character, potentially with renovation needs, in exchange for a low entry price and a large floor plan. It suits first-time buyers looking for square footage they can’t get elsewhere at this price, or investors focused on the low purchase cost relative to usable space.


Frequently Asked Questions

  1. How does the assessed value compare to similar homes in Winnipeg?
    The $165k assessment is well below the citywide average for comparable homes ($390k). On its own street, it’s around average. This means the property is priced very competitively for its size, but the low relative value citywide reflects the older age, smaller lot, and neighbourhood market conditions.

  2. The lot is 2,727 sqft—is that a problem?
    It depends on your plans. The lot is below average for the street (3,518 sqft) and significantly below the citywide average (6,570 sqft) for comparable homes. If you want a large yard or space for additions, this may be limiting. However, for a buyer focused on the interior living area rather than outdoor space, it’s a reasonable trade-off.

  3. What does a 1905 build date mean practically?
    It means the home is older than 98% of properties citywide. You should expect potential issues with older systems (electrical, plumbing), foundation, and insulation. The advantage is that well-maintained older homes often have solid materials and unique detailing. A thorough home inspection is essential, and renovation costs should be factored in.

  4. Is this a good investment?
    Potentially, if you’re comfortable with an older property. The low entry cost combined with a large living area offers good upside if you can add value through updates. The neighbourhood ranking (top 11%) is decent, but the street ranking for age and lot size suggests limited resale demand from buyers looking for modern, turnkey homes.

  5. How does it compare to other homes on Magnus Avenue?
    It’s one of the largest homes on the street (top 5% for living area) but older than most (bottom 17% for year built) and has a smaller-than-average lot. It’s essentially a compromise: you get significantly more indoor space than your neighbours for a similar price, but you trade that against a smaller yard and an older structure.

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