251 elm street
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
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251 elm street
Property Review
Bus & Public Transit
251 Elm Street is well-served by the D16 route, with five nearby stops within 500 meters. The closest stop, Eastbound Academy at Elm, is just 327 m (about 4 minutes walk) away. This route connects residents to several schools, a clinic, and a supermarket.
Key places reachable by the D16 along the route include Kelvin High School, École Victoria-Albert School, Fort Rouge School, Hugh John MacDonald School, LASIK MD clinic, and Young's Trading supermarket.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
Within a short walk, residents find St. Andrew's River Heights United Church (95 m, ~2 min) and École Robert H. Smith School (206 m, ~3 min). A variety of dining and leisure options include Leopold's Tavern (442 m, ~6 min), Cornelia Bean cafe (482 m, ~7 min), and Hi-Ball Restaurant (491 m, ~7 min).
Nearby parks such as Central Corydon C.C.-River Heights Site (607 m) and Cordova Park (795 m) provide green spaces. For everyday needs, Domo fuel station is 533 m away, and multiple schools including Queenston School (514 m) and Kelvin High School (951 m) are within walking distance.
Neighbourhood Safety
North River Heights has seen a significant reduction in total crime since peak years. Property incidents dropped from 532 in 2018 to 176 in 2024, and violent crime fell from a high of 23 in 2022 to 14 in 2024. The 2026 partial data shows only 4 property incidents and 1 violent incident, suggesting continued improvement.
While early years (2017-2022) had elevated property crime, the trend from 2023 onward is clearly improving, with most categories declining year-over-year. The neighborhood currently has a low crime rate compared to many urban areas.
Who Is This Home For
This property is ideal for families due to its proximity to multiple schools (including École Robert H. Smith and Kelvin High School) and parks. Commuters will appreciate the frequent D16 bus service and the short walk to stops.
First-time buyers and retirees may find the peaceful, walkable neighborhood appealing, with cafes, restaurants, and places of worship nearby. Investors can note the improving safety trend and strong amenity base, making it attractive for long-term investment.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 251 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
251 elm street has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 5-minute walk (390 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
251 elm street — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 3 dining (nearest 442 m), 1 education (nearest 206 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 →