739 Selkirk Avenue

William Whyte, Winnipeg

Property score

58.7

Fair

Overall 58.7 · Larger but older than most nearby homes

1,524 sqft (top 15%) · Built in 1906 (21 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~63.2k

Transit 82.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 4 dining spots, 3 schools, 1 healthcare facility, and 1 park nearby

Living Area

Above average

32% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

21 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 66%Tagalog · 20%

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

58.7 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

58.0Fair
Living Area1,524 sqft79Good
Year Built190610Low
Lot Size3,010 sqft38Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity59Fair

Community Score

59.7Fair
Household Income66Good
Education Level34Low
Housing Stress63Fair
Core Housing Need76Good
Employment Health60Fair

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: #46110051

Community deep dive

$63K

Median household income

$72K

Average household income

20%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.2

P90 / P10 ratio

25%

Single-person households

20%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)608
Labour force participation rate61%
Median age31.8
Avg household size2.8
Unemployment rate9%
Population density5527 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)20%
Single-person households25%
Couple families with children20%
Median household income (2020)$63K

Housing

Renter households42%
Condominium dwellings4%
Median dwelling value (owners)$150K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)44%
Visible minority48%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)18%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 66%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 19%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,524 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 12%Same areaTop 15%CitywideTop 29%
Same street · Selkirk Avenue
#54 / 456
Top 12% · Avg 1,093 sqft
Same area · William Whyte
#264 / 1,707
Top 15% · Avg 1,158 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#56,512 / 194,458
Top 29% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
73k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 1%Same areaBottom 4%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Selkirk Avenue
#450 / 456
Bottom 1% · Avg 193.8k
Same area · William Whyte
#1,638 / 1,707
Bottom 4% · Avg 149.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#194,279 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1906
0255075100
Same streetBottom 13%Same areaBottom 27%CitywideBottom 2%

Lot Size

around average
3,010 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 26%Same areaBottom 45%CitywideBottom 12%

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

739 Selkirk Avenue — 11 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 4 dining (nearest 164 m), 3 education (nearest 239 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 159 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining4
🏫Education3
🏥Healthcare1
🌳Parks1
Worship2

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 2/2018CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 35%

Same area

Top 42%

City-wide

Bottom 4%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 739 Selkirk Avenue, Winnipeg

739 Selkirk Avenue – Property Summary

Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile

This is a 1,524-square-foot home built in 1906, sitting on a 3,010-square-foot lot in Winnipeg’s William Whyte neighbourhood. Its standout feature is living space: the house is significantly larger than most homes on its street (top 12%), in its neighbourhood (top 15%), and even citywide (top 29%). That extra square footage is paired with an assessed value of $73,000, which ranks near the bottom on the street, in the neighbourhood, and across the city. The land area is slightly below average for the street but close to the neighbourhood median.

The appeal lies in the imbalance between size and cost. A buyer gets a relatively spacious house at a price point that reflects the lower end of the market. This suits someone who prioritizes interior room over lot size or a modern build—likely a first-time buyer, an investor looking for a rental with good square footage per dollar, or someone willing to take on a project in an older home. The 1906 construction suggests maintenance and updates should be expected; the low assessed value may also mean property taxes are lower, but it could signal deferred upkeep.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so low compared to other homes on this street?
The $73,000 assessment places this property in the bottom 1% on Selkirk Avenue and bottom 4% citywide. This likely reflects the home’s age (1906), its condition, and possibly outdated systems or finishes. It does not necessarily mean the house is uninhabitable, but it suggests that comparable sales in the area are for homes in better shape or with more recent renovations.

2. Is a 1,524-square-foot house on a 3,010-square-foot lot unusual?
It’s not unusual for an older inner-city neighbourhood. The lot is on the smaller side for the street but right around the average for William Whyte. The house itself takes up a larger proportion of the lot than newer suburban homes would, which is common for pre-war construction. Yard space will be limited.

3. How does the 1906 build affect insurance and renovation costs?
Older homes often have different wiring, plumbing, and foundation materials. Some insurers charge higher premiums or require inspections. Renovations may involve bringing things up to modern code, which can cost more than updating a mid-century house. It’s worth getting quotes before making an offer.

4. Does the low assessed value mean the neighbourhood is declining?
Not necessarily. William Whyte is an older, established area with a mix of well-maintained and neglected properties. A low assessment can also reflect inconsistent local sales data or a property that hasn't been updated recently. It’s a good idea to walk the street and check nearby sales over the last six months rather than relying solely on rank.

5. What type of offer should I consider based on this data?
The assessed value is a starting point, not a final price. Since the house ranks in the top 15% for living area in the neighbourhood but near the bottom for assessed value, the price per square foot is likely very low. A reasonable offer might land somewhere between the assessment and the street average, depending on the home’s actual condition and any recent comparable sales—not just the ranks shown here. Always get an inspection.

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