127 Thorn Drive

Amber Trails, Winnipeg

Property score

85.6

Excellent

Overall 85.6 · Compared with neighbourhood average

1,856 sqft (top 45%) · Built in 2005 (3 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~141k

Transit 56.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 1 nearby route · Within 500m: 2 schools, and 5 parks nearby

Living Area

Near average

1% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

3 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

Punjabi · 34%English · 33%

Past 10 years Amber Trails sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

487

Median price

628.3k

$/sqft

$330/sqft

Avg build year

2008

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Property score

85.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

83.5Excellent
Living Area1,856 sqft89Excellent
Year Built200587Excellent
Lot Size5,436 sqft67Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity53Fair

Community Score

88.8Excellent
Household Income93Excellent
Education Level82Excellent
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health76Good

Neighbourhood Sales

Amber Trails

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “amber trails” (Detached houses (non-condo), 2024). The tallest band is the mainstream budget range; multi-year view shows how that band shifts over time.

Market Conditions · WinnipegSeller's Market
Buyer'sBalancedSeller's

Sales-to-New-Listings

64.6%

1,196

sold

1,852

new listings

Manitoba Real Estate Association March public data on New Listings and Properties Sold across Manitoba

Sold Above Asking

65%

Majority sold above asking

68 of 104 sold above asking · Manually compiled from MLS Winnipeg sold listings, May 4 – May 10, 2026

With a Sales-to-New-Listings ratio of 64.6% and 65% of homes selling above asking price, demand is clearly outpacing supply. Buyers are competing, which is putting upward pressure on prices.

Area census snapshot

Dissemination area (DA) — Statistics Canada 2021 Census · Area: #46111222

Community deep dive

$141K

Median household income

$155K

Average household income

3%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.7

P90 / P10 ratio

4%

Single-person households

44%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)1,416
Labour force participation rate70%
Median age36.4
Avg household size4.2
Unemployment rate9%
Population density3453 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)3%
Single-person households4%
Couple families with children44%
Median household income (2020)$141K

Housing

Renter households2%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$492K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)51%
Visible minority79%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)42%
Mother tongue (1st)Punjabi · 34%
Mother tongue (2nd)English · 32%

Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,856 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 40%Same areaTop 45%CitywideTop 15%
Same street · Thorn Drive
#45 / 75
Bottom 40% · Avg 1,905 sqft
Same area · Amber Trails
#793 / 1,760
Top 45% · Avg 1,831 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#29,323 / 194,458
Top 15% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
598k
0255075100
Same streetTop 31%Same areaTop 23%CitywideTop 8%
Same street · Thorn Drive
#23 / 75
Top 31% · Avg 582.7k
Same area · Amber Trails
#402 / 1,760
Top 23% · Avg 561.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#15,687 / 194,458
Top 8% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
2005
0255075100
Same streetTop 44%Same areaBottom 32%CitywideTop 15%

Lot Size

around average
5,436 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 45%Same areaBottom 47%CitywideTop 45%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

127 Thorn Drive — 7 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 2 education (nearest 447 m), 5 parks (nearest 67 m).

Search radius
🏫Education2
🌳Parks5

Crime & Safety

Amber Trails · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

13

2026

vs. city avg

-56%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-90%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Violent

46%

Sales History

Sold 6/2022CA$600k–650k
Sold price

Same street

Top 12%

Same area

Top 7%

City-wide

Top 5%
Sold 8/2016CA$450k–500k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 28%

Same area

Bottom 43%

City-wide

Top 21%

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Highlights & common questions: 127 Thorn Drive, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 127 Thorn Drive, Amber Trails

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This well-established Amber Trails home, built in 2005, presents a solid, move-in-ready opportunity on a spacious lot. Its key appeal lies in its balance of space, recent updates, and strong value positioning within a desirable neighbourhood. The 1,856 sqft living area is complemented by a renovated basement, adding functional space, and an attached garage. The lot size of over 5,400 sqft is notably generous, offering ample outdoor room compared to many newer builds.

The home’s standout feature is its compelling value trajectory. The assessed value and recent 2022 sale price rank in the top tiers for Winnipeg, suggesting the property is perceived as a strong asset. This isn't a brand-new showhome, but rather a property that has been maintained and improved, evidenced by the basement renovation. It would suit practical buyers looking for a family home in a mature area without a premium price tag, as well as value-conscious investors who note its consistent appreciation above neighbourhood averages. A thoughtful perspective is that while the home itself ranks moderately in size on its street, its lot and financial metrics are top-tier, indicating the underlying land value and financial performance are significant drivers of its worth.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does this home’s value compare to others in Amber Trails?
The data shows this property performs very well. Its last sold price (2022) and current assessed value rank in the top 20% of the neighbourhood, meaning it holds its value better than most comparable homes in the area.

2. The home was built in 2005. What major systems might need attention?
Being nearly 20 years old, a prudent buyer would want to check the age and condition of major components like the roof shingles, HVAC system, and water heater, as these often reach or exceed their typical lifespans around this time.

3. What does the "renovated basement" likely include?
While specifics should be verified, a renovated basement in a home of this age and calibre typically means finished living space—likely including drywall, flooring, and proper ceilings—transforming it from a utility area into a recreational room, home office, or additional bedrooms.

4. The lot is large. What are the advantages?
Beyond simple outdoor space, a larger lot (5,436 sqft) offers more privacy from neighbours, greater potential for gardening or landscaping projects, and future flexibility, such as the potential to add a deck or shed. It’s a feature increasingly rare in newer subdivisions.

5. Why did the home sell for significantly more in 2022 than in 2016?
The jump from $46.6k in 2016 to $64.5k in 2022 reflects strong market appreciation, likely combined with the value added from the basement renovation. This history suggests the owners have invested in the property, and the local market has consistently favoured it.

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