291 elmhurst road
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
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291 elmhurst road
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Bus & Public Transit
291 Elmhurst Road is well-served by transit, with five Route 70 stops within about 500 meters. The closest stop is Eastbound Roblin at McLean, just 376 m away, offering frequent service along Roblin Boulevard.
Route 70 provides direct access to key destinations including École Tuxedo Park, Bulk Barn supermarket, and Safeway supermarket, all within 100 m of a route stop. Daye Chiropractic Winnipeg is also reachable via this route.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
Within a 10-minute walk you will find parks like Chester Square (240 m), Smithdale Park (731 m), and Tom Chester Park (784 m), as well as the Varsity View Community Centre just 236 m away. For daily errands, a Co-op fuel station is 470 m away, and a Safeway supermarket is a 13-minute walk (970 m).
Several dining and retail options are nearby: Tim Hortons (831 m), Starbucks (956 m), Subway (920 m), and McDonald's (988 m) are all within 13 minutes on foot. A Shoppers Drug Mart pharmacy (901 m) and a BMO bank (918 m) add to the convenience.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime in Varsity View has seen notable fluctuations. Property incidents rose sharply in 2020 (90 incidents) but have since varied, with 75 incidents in 2025 and only 5 so far in 2026. Violent crime peaked at 15 in 2018 but has generally declined, though 2023 saw 10 incidents and 2024 had 11.
The most recent data for 2026 shows property crime down 93.3% year-over-year and violent crime down 88.9%, indicating a very recent improvement. However, the long-term pattern is mixed, with some years showing spikes.
Who Is This Home For
291 Elmhurst Road is a solid choice for families given the nearby parks, schools (Chapman School and Royal School within 9 minutes), and community centre. Commuters will appreciate the quick access to Route 70 buses with multiple stops within 500 m.
The recent drop in crime in 2026 enhances the appeal for first-time buyers and retirees seeking a quieter neighbourhood. Investors may also find the area attractive due to the improving safety trend and convenient amenities.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 291 elmhurst road, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
Varsity View · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
6
2026
vs. city avg
-80%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -93%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
83%
Transit Score
291 elmhurst road has good transit access. The nearest stop is a 7-minute walk (502 m) away at Eastbound Roblin at McLean. Routes 70, 885 and FX3 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
291 elmhurst road — 4 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 healthcare (nearest 495 m), 1 shopping (nearest 470 m), 2 parks (nearest 236 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 →