1238 Wolseley Avenue

Wolseley, Winnipeg

Property score

61.7

Fair

Overall 61.7 · Smaller but newer than most nearby homes

1,298 sqft (bottom 30%) · Built in 1942 (26 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~56k

Transit 92.0 · 5-min walk to transit with 6 nearby routes · Within 500m: 5 dining spots, 1 school, 1 shop, and 2 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

20% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

26 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 78%Punjabi · 3%

Past 10 years Wolseley sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

820

Median price

382.5k

$/sqft

$285/sqft

Avg build year

1916

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Property score

61.7 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

61.6Fair
Living Area66
1,298 sqftGood
Year Built24
1942Low
Lot Size97
10,000 sqftExcellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity53
Fair

Community Score

61.9Fair
Household Income60
Fair
Education Level82
Excellent
Housing Stress63
Fair
Core Housing Need50
Fair
Employment Health42
Low

Neighbourhood Sales

Wolseley

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “wolseley” (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: #46110112

Community deep dive

$56K

Median household income

$90K

Average household income

18%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.4

Income inequality (Gini)

5.3

P90 / P10 ratio

50%

Single-person households

12%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)525
Labour force participation rate52%
Median age49.6
Avg household size1.8
Unemployment rate10%
Population density1500 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)18%
Single-person households50%
Couple families with children12%
Median household income (2020)$56K

Housing

Renter households41%
Condominium dwellings18%
Median dwelling value (owners)$348K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)18%
Visible minority24%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)48%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 78%
Mother tongue (2nd)Punjabi · 2%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,298 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 23%Same areaBottom 30%CitywideTop 42%
Same street · Wolseley Avenue
#112 / 145
Bottom 23% · Avg 1,858 sqft
Same area · Wolseley
#1,637 / 2,349
Bottom 30% · Avg 1,622 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#81,217 / 194,458
Top 42% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

Elite
643k
0255075100
Same streetTop 26%Same areaTop 3%CitywideTop 6%
Same street · Wolseley Avenue
#38 / 145
Top 26% · Avg 514.7k
Same area · Wolseley
#77 / 2,349
Top 3% · Avg 371.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#10,930 / 194,458
Top 6% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

Elite
1942
0255075100
Same streetTop 14%Same areaTop 5%CitywideBottom 20%

Lot Size

Elite
10,000 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 14%Same areaTop 1%CitywideTop 6%

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

1238 Wolseley Avenue — 12 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 5 dining (nearest 387 m), 1 education (nearest 138 m), 1 shopping (nearest 400 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining5
🏫Education1
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks2
🏦Finance2
Fuel Stations1

Crime & Safety

Wolseley · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

34

2026

vs. city avg

+15%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-95%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

68%

Sales History

Sold 9/2024CA$650k–700k
Sold price

Same street

Top 11%

Same area

Top 1%

City-wide

Top 4%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 1238 Wolseley Avenue, Winnipeg

1238 Wolseley Avenue – Property Summary

Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile

This is a 1942-built home with 1,298 square feet of living space on a substantial 10,000-square-foot lot in Winnipeg’s Wolseley neighbourhood. The standout feature is the lot: it ranks in the top 1% within the neighbourhood and top 6% citywide for size. While the living area is roughly average for the area, the assessed value is high—top 3% in Wolseley and top 6% citywide—reflecting the premium placed on the land itself rather than the square footage of the house.

The appeal lies in the scarcity of large lots in an established, mature neighbourhood. Most comparable properties in Wolseley sit on much smaller parcels (neighbourhood average is 3,434 sqft), so this offers rare outdoor space and potential for future expansion, gardens, or redevelopment if zoning allows. The house is older than many citywide, but its vintage is typical for the area where homes tend to be early 20th century.

This property would suit buyers who value land and location over a large or modern interior. It is ideal for someone willing to invest in renovations or who appreciates the character of an older home in a walkable, tree-lined neighbourhood. It is less suited to buyers seeking a move-in-ready, low-maintenance property or those who prioritize living space over yard size.


Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Why is the assessed value so much higher than the neighbourhood average if the living area is only average?
    The high assessed value is driven primarily by the lot size. Land in Wolseley is scarce, and a 10,000-sqft lot is significantly larger than most in the area. Property assessments in Winnipeg weigh land value heavily, especially in established neighbourhoods where building footprints are relatively similar.

  2. Does the house have original 1940s features, or has it been updated?
    This summary does not include renovation history. Buyers should request a detailed inspection and ask about major systems (roof, furnace, electrical, plumbing) as well as any permits for structural changes. A home of this age often retains original details, but that varies per property.

  3. Could I tear down the house and build new?
    That depends on current zoning, heritage restrictions, and lot coverage rules in Wolseley. The large lot may offer subdivision potential, but buyers should verify with the city’s planning department. Many older neighbourhoods have overlay regulations that limit demolition or require character retention.

  4. How does the 1,298 sqft living area compare to typical starter homes or family homes in Winnipeg?
    It is slightly below the citywide average for comparable homes (1,342 sqft) and well below the Wolseley average (1,622 sqft). It would be considered a compact home for a family, but adequate for a couple or small household. The large lot compensates by offering outdoor living space.

  5. What is the neighbourhood like for walking, transit, and daily needs?
    Wolseley is known for its walkability, mature trees, and proximity to the Assiniboine River, parks, and local shops along Sherbrook Street and Portage Avenue. The area has strong community character and is popular among families, academics, and creatives. Transit access is good, with several bus routes nearby.