588 Pritchard Avenue

William Whyte, Winnipeg

Property score

42.4

Below average

Overall 42.4 · Older than most nearby homes

1,272 sqft (top 31%) · Built in 1905 (22 yrs older than avg)

Located in a below-average income area with median household income of ~42.8k

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

Living Area

Near average

10% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

22 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 81%Tagalog · 3%

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

42.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

50.2Fair
Living Area66
1,272 sqftGood
Year Built10
1905Low
Lot Size38
3,485 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity59
Fair

Community Score

30.7Low
Household Income45
Low
Education Level10
Low
Housing Stress42
Low
Core Housing Need5
Low
Employment Health15
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: #46110054

Community deep dive

$43K

Median household income

$57K

Average household income

39%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.8

P90 / P10 ratio

28%

Single-person households

15%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)562
Labour force participation rate40%
Median age28.8
Avg household size2.8
Unemployment rate28%
Population density5620 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)39%
Single-person households28%
Couple families with children15%
Median household income (2020)$43K

Housing

Renter households70%
Condominium dwellings7%
Median dwelling value (owners)$180K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)18%
Visible minority22%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)6%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 81%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 2%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,272 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 18%Same areaTop 31%CitywideTop 44%
Same street · Pritchard Avenue
#122 / 684
Top 18% · Avg 1,048 sqft
Same area · William Whyte
#525 / 1,707
Top 31% · Avg 1,158 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#84,717 / 194,458
Top 44% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
114k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 14%Same areaBottom 34%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Pritchard Avenue
#585 / 684
Bottom 14% · Avg 182.2k
Same area · William Whyte
#1,126 / 1,707
Bottom 34% · Avg 149.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#192,576 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1905
0255075100
Same streetBottom 13%Same areaBottom 25%CitywideBottom 2%

Lot Size

above average
3,485 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 44%Same areaTop 30%CitywideBottom 19%

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

588 Pritchard Avenue — 14 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 49 m), 3 education (nearest 300 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 492 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education3
🏥Healthcare1
🛒Shopping2
🌳Parks3
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 11/2020CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 22%

Same area

Bottom 39%

City-wide

Bottom 2%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 588 Pritchard Avenue, Winnipeg

588 Pritchard Avenue – Property Summary

Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile

This 1,272 sqft home sits on a 3,485 sqft lot in Winnipeg’s William Whyte neighbourhood. Built in 1905, it offers more living space than most homes on its street (top 18%) and a land area that ranks in the top 30% within the neighbourhood. The assessed value is $114,000—well below the street average of $182,200 and a fraction of the citywide average of $390,100.

Where the appeal lies: The property represents an entry point into an older, established area. The living space is generous for the price, and the lot is slightly above the neighbourhood norm, giving some room for outdoor use or future expansion. The low assessed value means lower property taxes relative to many other Winnipeg homes. The age of the house (over 115 years) suggests character details and solid construction typical of the period, though it will likely need updates.

Who it suits: Buyers who are comfortable with an older home and willing to invest in renovations or maintenance over time. First-time buyers priced out of newer or more central areas may find this a realistic option. Investors looking for a lower-cost rental property in a working-class neighbourhood could also see potential, especially if the bones are sound. This is not a home for someone wanting move-in-ready modern finishes or high resale value in the short term.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the city average?
The home is in William Whyte, a neighbourhood where property values are generally lower than the Winnipeg average. The house's age and likely condition also factor in. Assessed value reflects market conditions for similar homes nearby, not the cost of replacing the structure.

2. How does the age of the house affect insurance and maintenance?
Older homes often have higher insurance premiums, especially if the electrical, plumbing, or roof are original or outdated. Maintenance costs can be unpredictable—foundation issues, old wiring, and lead pipes are common concerns for pre-1920 homes. A thorough inspection is strongly recommended.

3. Is the neighbourhood considered up-and-coming?
William Whyte has seen some reinvestment in recent years, but it remains a low-cost, predominantly rental area. Amenities and services are limited compared to more central or developed parts of Winnipeg. Crime rates and property conditions vary block by block. It's worth visiting at different times of day.

4. What does "top 18% for living area on the street" actually mean?
It means that out of 684 comparable homes on Pritchard Avenue, this one has more square footage than 82% of them. The street average is 1,048 sqft, so this home is roughly 200 sqft above that. In a neighbourhood where many houses are small wartime or worker cottages, that extra space stands out.

5. Could the land be subdivided or developed?
The lot is 3,485 sqft, which is slightly below the street average but above the neighbourhood average. Subdivision is unlikely without rezoning, and the lot size is too small for most standard infill projects. The value is in the existing house, not the land itself.