244 elm street
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
Property Review
Bus & Public Transit
244 Elm Street is within a 10-minute walk of multiple D16 bus stops along Academy Road, the nearest being Eastbound Academy at Elm just 292 meters away. Route D16 connects the neighborhood to downtown Winnipeg and key destinations like schools, a clinic, and a supermarket.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
The property is steps from St. Andrew's River Heights United Church, a 2-minute walk away, and École Robert H. Smith School is just 4 minutes on foot. Leopold's Tavern and Cornelia Bean cafe are both within a 7-minute walk, offering dining and coffee options, while Hi-Ball Restaurant is also 7 minutes away. Nearby parks include Aubrey Green and William Marshall Park, both about a 10-minute walk, and the River Heights Lawn Bowling Club is 7 minutes away.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime in North River Heights has shown significant variability, with property incidents spiking to 532 in 2018 and 445 in 2022 before dropping sharply to 201 in 2023 and just 4 in 2026. Violent crime peaked at 23 in 2022 but has since declined to 1 in 2026, while other incidents also trended downward. The overall trend over the most recent years indicates improving safety conditions in the neighborhood.
Who Is This Home For
244 Elm Street is well-suited for families, with several schools within walking distance and parks nearby. Commuters benefit from easy access to the D16 bus route, and the improving crime trends make it attractive for first-time buyers looking for a stable, established neighborhood. Investors may also find value given the area's amenities and transit connectivity.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 244 elm street, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
North River Heights · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
7
2026
vs. city avg
-76%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -97%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
57%
Transit Score
244 elm street has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 5-minute walk (360 m) away at Eastbound Academy at Elm. Routes 680, D16 and D19 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
244 elm street — 4 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 2 dining (nearest 452 m), 1 education (nearest 279 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 →