906 Palmerston Avenue

Wolseley, Winnipeg

Property score

50.6

Fair

Overall 50.6 · Smaller but newer than most nearby homes

868 sqft (bottom 4%) · Built in 1926 (10 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~95k

Transit 80.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 3 schools, 1 shop, 6 parks, and 2 place of worships nearby

Living Area

Below average

46% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

10 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 85%French · 2%

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

50.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

32.8Low
Living Area868 sqft32Low
Year Built192620Low
Lot Size3,575 sqft46Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity53Fair

Community Score

77.3Good
Household Income83Excellent
Education Level82Excellent
Housing Stress63Fair
Core Housing Need63Fair
Employment Health68Good

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: #46110654

Community deep dive

$95K

Median household income

$101K

Average household income

7%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.4

Income inequality (Gini)

3.4

P90 / P10 ratio

20%

Single-person households

22%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)410
Labour force participation rate72%
Median age41.2
Avg household size2.4
Unemployment rate12%
Population density3727 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)7%
Single-person households20%
Couple families with children22%
Median household income (2020)$95K

Housing

Renter households36%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$448K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)6%
Visible minority7%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)48%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 85%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 2%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
868 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 4%Same areaBottom 4%CitywideBottom 14%
Same street · Palmerston Avenue
#74 / 77
Bottom 4% · Avg 1,711 sqft
Same area · Wolseley
#2,245 / 2,349
Bottom 4% · Avg 1,622 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#167,528 / 194,458
Bottom 14% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
475k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 31%Same areaTop 13%CitywideTop 24%
Same street · Palmerston Avenue
#53 / 77
Bottom 31% · Avg 588.4k
Same area · Wolseley
#309 / 2,349
Top 13% · Avg 371.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#46,653 / 194,458
Top 24% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1926
0255075100
Same streetBottom 43%Same areaTop 13%CitywideBottom 15%

Lot Size

above average
3,575 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 23%Same areaTop 30%CitywideBottom 20%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

906 Palmerston Avenue — 12 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 3 education (nearest 264 m), 1 shopping (nearest 462 m), 6 parks (nearest 232 m).

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🏫Education3
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks6
Worship2

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 9/2016CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 12%

Same area

Bottom 42%

City-wide

Bottom 45%

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Highlights & common questions: 906 Palmerston Avenue, Winnipeg

906 Palmerston Avenue – Property Summary

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, older home in Winnipeg’s Wolseley neighbourhood, built in 1926. Its living area (868 sqft) is notably smaller than average for its street, the neighbourhood, and the city—ranking in the bottom percentiles for size. The lot (3,575 sqft) is also smaller than typical for the street and citywide, though it is above average within Wolseley itself.

The property’s appeal lies in its assessed value relative to its surroundings. While the home is modest in size, its assessment of $475,000 is significantly above both the neighbourhood average ($371,300) and the citywide average ($390,100). On Palmerston Avenue, it falls around the middle, but in Wolseley it ranks in the top 13% of assessed value. This suggests the location and the property’s character—rather than square footage—are driving its worth.

This home would best suit buyers who prioritize neighbourhood character, walkability, and older construction over interior space. It’s a fit for someone who values a smaller footprint, perhaps a couple, single person, or downsizer, and who is comfortable that the lot and house are compact. It may also appeal to those looking for a property in a well-regarded central Winnipeg neighbourhood where the land itself has good relative value by local standards.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much higher than the neighbourhood average when the house is smaller?
The value likely reflects the desirability of the Wolseley area, the age and character of the home, and possibly recent renovations, location on the street, or lot attributes. Assessed value is not solely based on square footage—it factors in broader market conditions for the neighbourhood.

2. How does the lot size compare to others in Wolseley?
At 3,575 sqft, the lot is above the neighbourhood average of 3,434 sqft and ranks in the top 30% for Wolseley. However, it is smaller than the average lot on Palmerston Avenue (5,522 sqft) and well below the citywide average (6,570 sqft).

3. Is the 1926 build date a concern for condition or maintenance?
The property is older than the citywide average (1966) but is typical for Wolseley, where the average build year is 1916. While age can bring maintenance needs, older homes in this area often have solid construction and character features. A home inspection would clarify the specific condition of systems, foundation, and roof.

4. How does this property rank compared to others on Palmerston Avenue?
On the street level, it ranks around the middle for build year and assessed value, but below average for living area and lot size. It is not an outlier on the street, but it is clearly one of the smaller homes in terms of square footage.

5. Who is this property not ideal for?
This may not suit buyers looking for a large family home, generous living or entertaining space, or a large yard. It also may not appeal to those seeking a newer build with lower immediate maintenance concerns. If a buyer prioritizes interior square footage or a large lot above all else, there are likely better options elsewhere.

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