816 st matthews avenue
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
Price history, assessment value & market trends
816 st matthews avenue
Property Review
Bus & Public Transit
816 St. Matthews Avenue is exceptionally well-served by public transit, with multiple stops within a few minutes' walk. The closest stop is Southbound Arlington at St. Matthews, just 47 meters away, served by Route 28, which provides direct access to key destinations such as Riverwood Medical Centre, Misericordia Health Centre, and several schools. Additional stops along Arlington and Ellice offer Route 28 and Route D12 service, expanding connectivity to supermarkets like Sobeys and Foodfare, as well as clinics and colleges within the transit network.
With Route 28 running frequently and Route D12 offering express service, residents can easily reach major amenities without a car. Key places accessible by transit include Misericordia Health Centre (hospital), Foodfare and Sobeys (supermarkets), and several schools like Isaac Newton School and King Edward Community School, all within 100 meters of a route stop. This makes the location ideal for commuters and families who rely on public transit.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
The area around 816 St. Matthews Avenue is rich in everyday amenities, all within a short walk. Residents can reach Greenway School in just 2 minutes, and a variety of convenience stores, pharmacies, and places of worship are clustered nearby, including Y+K Pharmacy (3 minutes) and Pal's Supermarket (4 minutes). For dining options, Burger King, Pho Kim Tuong, and India Palace are all within a 5- to 6-minute walk, offering both fast food and sit-down restaurants.
Parks and recreational facilities are also close by: Simcoe Tot Lot is just a 3-minute walk away, and Thistle Curling Club is 5 minutes on foot. With multiple churches, a mosque, and the Hindu Society of Manitoba nearby, the neighbourhood reflects a diverse and well-established community.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime in St. Matthews has seen notable fluctuations over the past decade, but recent years show a significant downward trend. Property crime, which peaked at 1,133 incidents in 2019, dropped to 519 incidents by 2025, and fell dramatically to just 25 incidents in 2026. Violent crime also decreased sharply from 329 incidents in 2024 to 26 in 2026, representing a 92% reduction. Other categories, including drugs and traffic offenses, have similarly declined, indicating a substantial improvement in neighbourhood safety.
The year-over-year data from 2025 to 2026 shows double-digit percentage decreases in nearly all crime categories, with property crime down 95% and violent crime down 92%. This positive trend suggests enhanced community safety and effective crime prevention efforts in recent years.
Who Is This Home For
816 St. Matthews Avenue is well-suited for a range of buyers, particularly those who value walkability and transit access. The property's proximity to multiple bus routes and key amenities like supermarkets, schools, and healthcare facilities makes it an excellent choice for first-time buyers and commuters seeking convenience without a car. The recent dramatic improvement in neighbourhood safety further enhances its appeal.
Families will appreciate the nearby Greenway School and several other schools accessible by transit, as well as parks and community centres. Investors may also find potential given the improving safety trends and strong local amenities, though the area's historical crime rates warrant due diligence. Overall, this property offers a balanced urban lifestyle with easy access to daily needs and public transportation.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 816 st matthews avenue, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
St. Matthews · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
62
2026
vs. city avg
+110%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -94%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Violent
42%
Transit Score
816 st matthews avenue has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 2-minute walk (84 m) away at Southbound Arlington at St. Matthews. Routes 28 and D12 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
816 st matthews avenue 500 m 范围内共发现 34 处生活配套，覆盖 8 个类别，含10 处餐饮（最近 356 m）、2 所教育机构（最近 151 m）、6 处医疗设施（最近 198 m）。
Data sources: Winnipeg Transit GTFS (transit stops & routes), OSRM (walking routes), City of Winnipeg open data (nearby places), Winnipeg Police Service (crime statistics).