700 selkirk avenue
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
Property Review
Bus & Public Transit
700 Selkirk Avenue is exceptionally well-served by transit, with multiple stops of Route D17 within 300 m. The nearest stop, Westbound Selkirk at Parr, is just 90 m away, providing convenient access to the city's core and key destinations. Route D17 connects residents to schools like Holy Ghost, King Edward Community, and Norquay, as well as to a Safeway supermarket.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
Within a 7-minute walk, residents have access to a variety of amenities including pharmacies (Empire Drugs, Aberdeen Pharmacy), restaurants (Croffle Pop, Fishball King, Chicken Delight), and a supermarket (Sobeys just 558 m away). Several schools, including King Edward Community School (369 m) and Strathcona School (448 m), are within walking distance. Parks such as Taras G. Shevchenko Park (438 m) and Alfred Tot Lot (567 m) offer green space for recreation.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime in William Whyte peaked in 2022 with 1019 property incidents and 663 violent incidents, but has since declined significantly. By 2026, violent incidents dropped to 40 (down 92.8% from 2025) and property incidents fell to 80 (down 92.1%). The most recent data indicates a strong downward trend across all categories, though historical rates remain a concern for some buyers.
Who Is This Home For
700 Selkirk Avenue offers a dense mix of amenities and excellent transit connectivity, making it ideal for first-time buyers and commuters who rely on Route D17. Recent sharp declines in crime suggest improving safety, but the area's historical rates may give pause to families with young children. It is also suitable for investors seeking properties in a transitioning neighbourhood with growing accessibility.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 700 selkirk avenue, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
William Whyte · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
160
2026
vs. city avg
+442%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -92%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
50%
Transit Score
700 selkirk avenue has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 2-minute walk (100 m) away at Eastbound Selkirk at McKenzie. Routes 28, D17 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
700 selkirk avenue — 11 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 4 dining (nearest 297 m), 2 education (nearest 369 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 286 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 →