248 selkirk avenue
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
Property Review
Bus & Public Transit
Located at 248 Selkirk Avenue, this property is well-served by public transit with multiple stops within a 5-minute walk. The nearest stop, Westbound Selkirk at Charles, is just 102 meters away and serves Route D17. Additional stops along Selkirk and Main provide access to Route 31 and Route FX2, offering convenient connections across the city.
Route D17 runs frequently along Selkirk Avenue, linking residents to key destinations such as Holy Ghost School, King Edward Community School, and a Safeway supermarket. Route 31 and Route FX2 expand access to several clinics, including Waterfront Eye Institute and Aria Medical Centre, as well as supermarkets like No Frills and Perogy Planet.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
The area around 248 Selkirk Avenue is rich in everyday amenities within a short walk. Gangnam Sushi is just 119 meters away, while Mikos Denture Clinic and Carpatia Credit Union are both within a 2-minute walk. David Livingstone School and the post office at meest are also nearby, adding convenience for families and residents.
Further amenities include Mount Carmel Clinic (228 m), Holy Ghost Church (308 m), and several parks such as Pritchard Playground (247 m) and Pritchard Point Park (487 m). For errands, a 7-Eleven convenience store and a Petro-Canada fuel station are about 500 meters away.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime data for the Lord Selkirk Park neighbourhood shows a general downward trend over the long term, with total incidents dropping dramatically in 2026 to just 46 compared to 447 in 2025. Violent crimes peaked at 285 in 2023 but fell sharply to 15 in 2026, and property crimes dropped from 447 in 2025 to 19 in 2026. However, 2025 saw a spike in property incidents (447) and an increase in drug offences early in the decade. Overall, recent years indicate a significant improvement.
The year-over-year trend from 2025 to 2026 is a substantial decrease across all categories, with drug offences down 90%, other incidents down 90%, property down 95.7%, and violent down 93.8%. This suggests the area is becoming safer, though it has experienced volatility in the past.
Who Is This Home For
248 Selkirk Avenue is well-positioned for first-time buyers and investors looking for an affordable entry into the Winnipeg market, thanks to strong transit links and a growing selection of nearby amenities. The recent dramatic drop in crime makes the neighbourhood more attractive for families, though caution is warranted given past volatility.
Commuters will appreciate the multiple bus routes serving the area, connecting to schools, supermarkets, and clinics. Retirees may also find value in the walkable access to clinics and parks. Overall, this property suits a range of buyers, especially those focused on long-term growth and improved safety.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 248 selkirk avenue, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
Lord Selkirk Park · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
46
2026
vs. city avg
+56%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -94%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
41%
Transit Score
248 selkirk avenue has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 2-minute walk (134 m) away at Eastbound Selkirk at Main. Routes 31, D17 and FX2 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
248 selkirk avenue — 15 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 3 dining (nearest 119 m), 3 education (nearest 143 m), 3 healthcare (nearest 126 m).
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 →