187 Thorn Drive

Amber Trails, Winnipeg

Property score

89.7

Excellent

Overall 89.7 · Larger than most nearby homes

2,045 sqft (top 28%) · Built in 2008

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

Transit 64.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 1 nearby route · Within 500m: 6 parks nearby

Living Area

Above average

12% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

0 yrs newer 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

89.7 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

90.3Excellent
Living Area2,045 sqft94Excellent
Year Built200890Excellent
Lot Size7,272 sqft88Excellent
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
2,045 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 43%Same areaTop 28%CitywideTop 10%
Same street · Thorn Drive
#32 / 75
Top 43% · Avg 1,905 sqft
Same area · Amber Trails
#492 / 1,760
Top 28% · Avg 1,831 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#19,094 / 194,458
Top 10% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

Elite
713k
0255075100
Same streetTop 5%Same areaTop 3%CitywideTop 4%
Same street · Thorn Drive
#4 / 75
Top 5% · Avg 582.7k
Same area · Amber Trails
#55 / 1,760
Top 3% · Avg 561.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#6,949 / 194,458
Top 4% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
2008
0255075100
Same streetTop 19%Same areaBottom 43%CitywideTop 13%

Lot Size

Elite
7,272 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 5%Same areaTop 14%CitywideTop 15%

To see this property on a map next to nearby houses—and compare year built, living area, assessed value, and lot size in detail—open the neighbourhood analysis page.

Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

187 Thorn Drive — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 1 categories, including 6 parks (nearest 262 m).

Search radius
🌳Parks6

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 7/2020CA$500k–550k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 40%

Same area

Top 44%

City-wide

Top 15%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 187 Thorn Drive, Winnipeg

Property Overview & Key Characteristics

187 Thorn Drive is a well-established, spacious family home in the Amber Trails neighbourhood. Built in 2008, its key appeal lies in its generous 7,272 sqft lot and a renovated basement, offering immediate livability and room to grow. The home's standout feature is its exceptional standing in the area; it ranks in the top 5% of its street and top 3% of its neighbourhood for assessed value, suggesting it is a premium property within a desirable community. With over 2,000 sqft of living space and an attached garage, it suits growing families or those seeking a established home in a mature part of Amber Trails. A thoughtful perspective is that while newer builds exist nearby, this property offers a larger lot than many of them and has already undergone key renovations, providing a balance of modern updates and settled greenery that newer subdivisions often lack.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does the high assessed value ranking actually mean?
It indicates that, according to municipal assessment, this home is valued among the very highest on its street and in Amber Trails. This often reflects a combination of lot size, property condition, and desirable location within the neighbourhood.

2. The home sold in 2020. Is the price increase justified?
The current asking price is significantly higher than the 2020 sale price. This reflects the strong market appreciation of the last few years, but more importantly, it aligns with the home's current assessed value, which is among the highest in the area. The renovated basement is also a key value-add since the last sale.

3. How does the lot size compare to newer homes nearby?
At over 7,200 sqft, this lot is notably larger than many comparable properties in Amber Trails. Several nearby reference homes from 2013-2017 sit on smaller lots, making this a distinct advantage for outdoor space and privacy.

4. Is the 2008 build date a concern?
A home from 2008 is past its initial "newness" but is still considered modern in its core systems and layout. It avoids the immediate maintenance concerns of much older homes while being established in a landscaped lot. Key components like the roof, windows, and major systems are likely entering their mid-life, which is a consideration for future planning.

5. Who would this home suit best?
It's ideal for a family seeking space and stability in a sought-after neighbourhood without wanting a brand-new construction project. The renovated basement adds flexible living space, and the large lot is perfect for children, pets, or gardening. It suits buyers who value established community character over a brand-new build.

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