Location ReportCentennial

522 alexander avenue

Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety

Property Review

Bus & Public Transit

522 Alexander Avenue is exceptionally well-served by transit, with five bus stops within 150 meters. Routes D11 and F6 run frequently along Isabel Street, and Route 43 connects along Logan Avenue, providing access to downtown and other key areas.

The nearest stop, Southbound Isabel at Alexander, is just 80 meters away and serves Routes D11 and F6, making it easy to commute via high-frequency bus service.

Routes serving this area

D11F643

Key destinations by bus

Dufferin SchoolWeston SchoolMisericordia Health CentreFood FareFreshCoNo Frills

Nearby Amenities

Within a short walk of 522 Alexander Avenue, residents have access to a Husky convenience store just 55 meters away and several parks including Alexander-Pacific Walk (76 m) and Alderman John O'Hare Park (221 m). Tim Hortons is only 175 meters away for a quick coffee.

Additional everyday amenities within half a kilometer include Best Way Food Market, Meyers Pharmacy, and multiple dining options like Chicken Delight and Cheers Restaurant. Three schools, including Dufferin School and Hugh John MacDonald School, are also within walking distance.

Husky
convenience store55 m
Alexander-Pacific Walk
park76 m
Dufferin School
school94 m
Tim Hortons
cafe175 m
Alderman John O'Hare Park
park221 m
Best Way Food Market
convenience store331 m
Meyers Pharmacy
pharmacy342 m
Chicken Delight
fast food389 m

Neighbourhood Safety

Crime in Centennial has shown a mixed pattern over recent years. Property crime incidents have fluctuated, rising to 495 in 2023 and 456 in 2024, while violent crime peaked at 300 in 2023 before declining to 292 in 2024 and 264 in 2025.

Preliminary data for 2026 shows a dramatic drop across all categories, with only 34 property incidents and 13 violent incidents through the first part of the year, suggesting a significant recent improvement, though the long-term trend remains volatile.

Crime trend:Improving

Who Is This Home For

522 Alexander Avenue is ideally located for commuters and those who rely on public transit, with multiple bus routes and stops within a short walk. The area offers many parks, convenience stores, and schools within easy reach, making it suitable for families as well.

The neighbourhood has high crime rates historically, but the sharp reduction in incidents in 2026 may indicate improving safety. Investors should weigh the strong transit connectivity and amenity density against the area's ongoing crime concerns.

Best suited for

commutersfamiliesfirst-time buyersinvestors

When considering a purchase at 522 alexander avenue, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.

Crime & Safety

Centennial · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

67

2026

vs. city avg

+127%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-94%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

51%

Transit Score

88Excellent
Transit Score

522 alexander avenue has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 2-minute walk (104 m) away at Southbound Isabel at Alexander. Routes 43, D11 and F6 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.

Transit & Walkability

10 stops within 1 km

Nearby Amenities

Within 500 m of the property

522 alexander avenue — 19 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 3 dining (nearest 175 m), 2 education (nearest 94 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 342 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining3
🏫Education2
🏥Healthcare1
🛒Shopping4
🌳Parks7
Worship2

Data sources: Winnipeg Transit GTFS (transit stops & routes), OSRM (walking routes), City of Winnipeg open data (nearby places), Winnipeg Police Service (crime statistics). View full property details →