696 Selkirk Avenue

William Whyte, Winnipeg

Property score

53.7

Fair

Overall 53.7 · Larger than most nearby homes

1,503 sqft (top 17%) · Built in 1909 (18 yrs older than avg)

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~57.6k

Transit 82.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 4 dining spots, 2 schools, 1 healthcare facility, and 1 park nearby

Living Area

Above average

30% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

18 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 58%Tagalog · 13%

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

53.7 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

56.5Fair
Living Area1,503 sqft79Good
Year Built190910Low
Lot Size2,836 sqft28Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity59Fair

Community Score

49.5Low
Household Income62Fair
Education Level34Low
Housing Stress74Good
Core Housing Need15Low
Employment Health28Low

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: #46110052

Community deep dive

$58K

Median household income

$59K

Average household income

30%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.3

P90 / P10 ratio

20%

Single-person households

25%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)603
Labour force participation rate53%
Median age33.6
Avg household size3.1
Unemployment rate26%
Population density6030 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)30%
Single-person households20%
Couple families with children25%
Median household income (2020)$58K

Housing

Renter households65%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$174K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)24%
Visible minority31%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)16%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 57%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 12%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,503 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 12%Same areaTop 17%CitywideTop 30%
Same street · Selkirk Avenue
#55 / 456
Top 12% · Avg 1,093 sqft
Same area · William Whyte
#283 / 1,707
Top 17% · Avg 1,158 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#58,834 / 194,458
Top 30% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
108k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 11%Same areaBottom 29%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Selkirk Avenue
#407 / 456
Bottom 11% · Avg 193.8k
Same area · William Whyte
#1,210 / 1,707
Bottom 29% · Avg 149.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#193,001 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1909
0255075100
Same streetBottom 24%Same areaBottom 45%CitywideBottom 5%

Lot Size

below average
2,836 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 20%Same areaBottom 20%CitywideBottom 9%

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

696 Selkirk Avenue — 11 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 4 dining (nearest 313 m), 2 education (nearest 385 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 302 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining4
🏫Education2
🏥Healthcare1
🌳Parks1
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 7/2016CA$50k–100k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 8%

Same area

Bottom 16%

City-wide

Bottom 1%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 696 Selkirk Avenue, Winnipeg

696 Selkirk Avenue – Property Summary

Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile

This is a 1,503-square-foot home built in 1909, situated on a 2,836-square-foot lot in Winnipeg’s William Whyte neighbourhood. Its standout feature is living space. At 1,503 square feet, it ranks in the top 12% on its street and top 17% in the area—meaning it’s notably larger than most nearby homes. The assessed value, however, tells a different story: $108,000, which is well below street, neighbourhood, and city averages. That gap between size and price is where the property’s real appeal lies. For a buyer who values interior square footage over lot size or a modern build, this home offers more room for less money than most comparables. It would suit someone comfortable with an older home (pre-war construction, likely with character details but also potential maintenance needs) who prioritizes living area per dollar over curb appeal or a large yard. The lot is modest, and the house is among the older ones on the block and in the city overall, so a buyer should be prepared for age-related upkeep and possibly lower resale liquidity if that’s a concern. This isn’t a turnkey flip or a move-in-ready starter for someone seeking a low-maintenance property—it’s more of a space-for-value play in an older urban neighbourhood.

Five Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so low relative to the square footage?
The home is older (1909) and sits on a smaller-than-average lot in a neighbourhood where median assessed values are already modest. Assessed value reflects a combination of age, condition, location, and land size—not just interior space. A large house does not automatically mean a high valuation.

2. How does the neighbourhood compare to the rest of Winnipeg?
William Whyte tends to have older homes and more moderate assessed values compared to the city as a whole. This property is actually above average for the neighbourhood in living area but below average in assessed value, which supports the idea that you’re getting more space per dollar here than in many other areas of the city.

3. Is the older construction a drawback or an advantage?
It depends on your priorities. Older homes often have solid framing, higher ceilings, and character details that newer builds lack. But they can also come with outdated wiring, plumbing, insulation, and potential lead paint or asbestos. A thorough inspection is strongly recommended, and budgeting for updates should be expected.

4. What kind of buyer would this property not suit?
Anyone looking for a large yard, a quick resale, a modern open-concept layout, or a home in a newer suburb likely won’t find this a good fit. Similarly, buyers who need a move-in-ready condition without any work should be cautious. The low assessed value may also make financing trickier if the sale price is significantly higher than the appraisal.

5. Can the assessed value change significantly after a renovation?
Yes. Assessed values are based on municipal valuations that consider physical improvements. If you update the kitchen, bathroom, or mechanical systems, the assessment could rise, which would also increase property taxes. That said, in this neighbourhood, the ceiling for value gains may be lower than in higher-demand areas, so it’s worth running the numbers before investing heavily.

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