617 Magnus Avenue

William Whyte, Winnipeg

61.5

Fair

Overall 61.5

Larger and newer than most nearby homes

1,634 sqft (top 11%)

Built in 1925 (2 yrs older than avg)

Located in a average-income area

with median household income of ~58k

Transit 82.0

2-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes

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

Living Area

Above average

41% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

2 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

61.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

64.7Fair
Living Area1,634 sqft83Excellent
Year Built192520Low
Lot Size4,090 sqft53Fair
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
1,634 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 5%Same areaTop 11%CitywideTop 24%
Same street · Magnus Avenue
#29 / 608
Top 5% · Avg 1,017 sqft
Same area · William Whyte
#187 / 1,707
Top 11% · Avg 1,158 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#46,011 / 194,458
Top 24% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
187k
0255075100
Same streetTop 39%Same areaTop 22%CitywideBottom 7%
Same street · Magnus Avenue
#240 / 608
Top 39% · Avg 178k
Same area · William Whyte
#378 / 1,707
Top 22% · Avg 149.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#181,684 / 194,458
Bottom 7% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1925
0255075100
Same streetBottom 46%Same areaTop 28%CitywideBottom 15%

Lot Size

above average
4,090 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 26%Same areaTop 8%CitywideBottom 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

617 Magnus Avenue — 15 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 297 m), 3 education (nearest 97 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 483 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education3
🏥Healthcare1
🛒Shopping2
🌳Parks3
Worship4
🏛️Government1

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 4/2024CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Top 41%

Same area

Top 23%

City-wide

Bottom 8%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 617 Magnus Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Summary: 617 Magnus Avenue

Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile

This 1,634 sqft home, built in 1925, sits on a 4,090 sqft lot in Winnipeg's William Whyte neighbourhood. The living area is notably large for its street—ranking in the top 5% on Magnus Avenue—and well above average for the neighbourhood. The lot size is also generous for the area, ranking in the top 8% locally. However, the home's assessed value, at $187,000, is only around average for the street and above average for the neighbourhood, but well below citywide medians. This creates an interesting dynamic: the property offers substantial physical space compared to nearby homes, but its market value hasn't kept pace, likely reflecting the age of the structure and the neighbourhood's broader pricing context.

The appeal here is straightforward. A buyer gets a home with more interior and outdoor space than most comparable properties nearby, at a price point that's relatively modest by citywide standards. The home is old—built nearly a century ago—so it will appeal to someone comfortable with the character and maintenance of an older house, rather than someone seeking a turnkey, modern build. It's best suited for buyers who prioritize square footage and lot size over a newly renovated interior, and who are willing to invest time and money into updates. Investors or first-time buyers looking for a larger property in a more affordable part of the city might also find it attractive, provided they have realistic expectations about renovation needs.


Five Frequently Asked Questions

  1. How does the assessed value compare to similar homes?
    At $187,000, this property's assessed value is slightly above the street average ($178,000) and well above the neighbourhood average ($149,100). Citywide, however, it falls far below the average of $390,100 for comparable homes, reflecting how much more affordable this area is relative to Winnipeg as a whole.

  2. Is the lot size unusual for this neighbourhood?
    Yes. At 4,090 sqft, it's larger than 92% of lots in William Whyte (top 8%) and 74% of lots on Magnus Avenue (top 26%). While it's smaller than the citywide average of 6,570 sqft, within this immediate area, the yard is considered generous.

  3. Is a 1925 home likely to have original features or require major work?
    Both. Homes from that era often have solid framing, high ceilings, and character details like plaster walls or original trim. That said, you should expect outdated electrical, plumbing, and insulation. A thorough inspection is essential to understand the condition of the foundation, roof, and mechanical systems—these are the areas that tend to need significant investment first.

  4. How does the neighbourhood (William Whyte) compare to nearby areas?
    William Whyte is an older, established neighbourhood with a mix of pre-war housing. It ranks in the top 11% citywide for living area and top 22% for assessed value among comparable groups. It's not a high-priced area, but it offers larger-than-average homes and lots relative to other parts of Winnipeg, making it a practical choice for buyers seeking space without a premium price tag.

  5. What should a buyer prioritize when viewing this property?
    Given the age of the home and the discrepancy between its size and value, focus on the condition of the roof, windows, foundation, and HVAC systems. The lot size and living area are already strong points. The question isn't whether the space is good—it is—but whether the major systems can support comfortable living without immediate, costly replacements.

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