768 Selkirk Avenue

768 Selkirk Avenue – Property Summary

Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile

This is a 1,241 sqft home built in 1911, on a 2,829 sqft lot in the William Whyte neighbourhood of Winnipeg. Its assessed value sits at $166k.

What stands out here is the value proposition relative to citywide averages. The home’s assessed value is well below the Winnipeg median for comparable properties (bottom 4% citywide), while its living area is around average. That gap suggests it may offer more interior space per dollar than many other listings. The land area is on the smaller side—below average on the street, in the neighbourhood, and citywide—which means less outdoor maintenance but also less yard space for expansion or gardening. The building is older (1911), which will appeal to buyers who appreciate character, solid construction, and established neighbourhoods, but it also means potential updates to systems or insulation may be needed.

The property would suit a buyer looking for an affordable entry point into homeownership in Winnipeg, someone who values interior square footage over lot size, or a buyer comfortable with an older home’s quirks and maintenance realities. It’s less suited for someone seeking a large yard, a move-in-ready modern build, or a property with strong resale upside driven by land value.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the assessed value compare to the neighbourhood average?
Slightly above the William Whyte neighbourhood average of $149.1k—this home is assessed at $166k, ranking in the top 32% locally. But citywide, it’s well below the typical comparable home’s assessment.

2. What is the lot size like, and does that limit anything?
The lot is 2,829 sqft, which is below average for the street, neighbourhood, and city. That means less yard work, but also less room for a large shed, garage expansion, or a deep garden. It’s typical for older, denser parts of Winnipeg.

3. Is the living area in this home considered large for its price point?
Yes, relatively speaking. The 1,241 sqft is above average for Selkirk Avenue (top 22%) and roughly average neighbourhood- and citywide. Given the low assessed value, you’re getting above-average interior space for a below-average price compared to city benchmarks.

4. What should a buyer know about a home built in 1911?
Older homes often have sturdy framing but may need updated electrical, plumbing, insulation, or windows. The year built is below average for the neighbourhood (where the median is 1927) and well below the city median of 1966. A thorough home inspection and some renovation budget are wise.

5. How do the rankings work, and what do the colour bars mean?
The rankings compare this property to similar homes on the same street, in the neighbourhood, and citywide. A lower rank number is better. The bar fill colour indicates performance tier (e.g., red for below average, green for above), and the fill length shows how many peers you outperform. All data is based on municipal assessment records.