637 Selkirk Avenue

William Whyte, Winnipeg

52.5

Fair

Overall 52.5

Larger than most nearby homes

2,136 sqft (top 3%)

Built in 1907 (20 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: 3 dining spots, 2 schools, 1 healthcare facility, and 1 shop nearby

Living Area

Above average

85% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

20 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

52.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

67.0Good
Living Area2,136 sqft94Excellent
Year Built190710Low
Lot Size3,487 sqft38Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity59Fair

Community Score

30.7Low
Household Income45Low
Education Level10Low
Housing Stress42Low
Core Housing Need5Low
Employment Health15Low

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

Elite
2,136 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 2%Same areaTop 3%CitywideTop 8%
Same street · Selkirk Avenue
#11 / 456
Top 2% · Avg 1,093 sqft
Same area · William Whyte
#47 / 1,707
Top 3% · Avg 1,158 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#15,071 / 194,458
Top 8% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
179k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 48%Same areaTop 26%CitywideBottom 6%
Same street · Selkirk Avenue
#236 / 456
Bottom 48% · Avg 193.8k
Same area · William Whyte
#449 / 1,707
Top 26% · Avg 149.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#183,395 / 194,458
Bottom 6% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1907
0255075100
Same streetBottom 19%Same areaBottom 40%CitywideBottom 4%

Lot Size

above average
3,487 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 47%Same areaTop 29%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

637 Selkirk Avenue — 12 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 3 dining (nearest 127 m), 2 education (nearest 358 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 486 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining3
🏫Education2
🏥Healthcare1
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks2
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 4/2020CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Top 49%

Same area

Top 24%

City-wide

Bottom 8%
Sold 10/2016CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 29%

Same area

Bottom 49%

City-wide

Bottom 3%

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Highlights & common questions: 637 Selkirk Avenue, Winnipeg

637 Selkirk Avenue – Property Summary

Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile

This is a 2,136 sqft home on a 3,487 sqft lot, built in 1907 and currently assessed at $179,000. Its standout feature is living space: on its own street (Selkirk Avenue), it ranks in the top 2 percent for size—nearly double the street average of 1,093 sqft. Within the William Whyte neighbourhood, it sits in the top 3 percent, and citywide in Winnipeg, it lands in the top 8 percent. That kind of interior square footage is uncommon in this area, especially for the price point.

The assessed value tells a different story. At $179,000, the home is essentially average for Selkirk Avenue (top 52 percent) but well above the neighbourhood average of $149,100—reflecting that extra living area. Citywide, it falls far below the median ($390,100), which makes sense given the older housing stock and more modest land sizes in this part of town.

The land itself is 3,487 sqft: typical for the street, slightly above the neighbourhood norm, but small by citywide standards (top 81 percent). The 1907 build date means it’s older than most homes on the street (average 1938) and considerably older than the citywide average (1966). That said, within William Whyte, it’s not unusual—the neighbourhood average is 1927.

Who this suits: A buyer who prioritizes indoor space over lot size or a brand-new build, and who is comfortable with an older home that likely needs updates or maintenance. It’s a strong candidate for someone looking to get more square footage per dollar in a central Winnipeg neighbourhood where values are lower than citywide averages. Investors or first-time buyers willing to take on some renovation work could find good value here. It would not suit someone seeking a large yard, a move-in-ready modern finish, or a location with high citywide resale comparables.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does this property’s living area compare to typical homes in Winnipeg?
It’s in the top 8 percent citywide for comparable homes, with 2,136 sqft versus the city median of 1,342 sqft. On its own street, it’s even more exceptional—ranking in the top 2 percent.

2. Is the assessed value of $179,000 a good deal for this home?
That depends on your perspective. It’s above the neighbourhood average of $149,100 (top 26 percent), so you’re paying a premium for the larger living area within William Whyte. But citywide, it’s well below the median of $390,100. The value is relative to the local market, not the city as a whole.

3. What should I expect from a home built in 1907?
Older construction often means solid framing and character details, but also outdated systems (electrical, plumbing, insulation) and potential issues like lead paint or asbestos. It’s worth budgeting for a thorough inspection and likely upgrades. The age is typical for the neighbourhood (average 1927) but older than most Winnipeg homes.

4. How does the land size affect usability?
At 3,487 sqft, the lot is slightly smaller than the street average (3,730 sqft) but larger than the neighbourhood average (3,277 sqft). It’s modest by city standards—most Winnipeg homes sit on 6,570 sqft lots. Expect a manageable yard but not expansive outdoor space.

5. What does “rank by land area, larger = better rank” mean in practice?
The ranking system compares this property’s land size to similar homes at the street, neighbourhood, and city levels. A larger lot gets a higher (better) rank. Here, the land is around average on the street and neighbourhood levels, but below average citywide—meaning most Winnipeg homes have bigger lots. If you value a large yard, this won’t be competitive.

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