4 Thorn Drive

Amber Trails, Winnipeg

Property score

76.3

Good

Overall 76.3 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

1,262 sqft (bottom 5%) · Built in 2004 (4 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~136k

Transit 70.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 schools, and 4 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

31% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

4 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 34%Punjabi · 28%

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

76.3 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

69.7Good
Living Area1,262 sqft66Good
Year Built200487Excellent
Lot Size5,498 sqft67Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity53Fair

Community Score

86.3Excellent
Household Income92Excellent
Education Level82Excellent
Housing Stress63Fair
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: #46111221

Community deep dive

$136K

Median household income

$138K

Average household income

3%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.8

P90 / P10 ratio

2%

Single-person households

47%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)2,664
Labour force participation rate70%
Median age34.0
Avg household size4.3
Unemployment rate5%
Population density5123 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)3%
Single-person households2%
Couple families with children47%
Median household income (2020)$136K

Housing

Renter households3%
Condominium dwellings19%
Median dwelling value (owners)$500K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)54%
Visible minority78%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)47%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 34%
Mother tongue (2nd)Punjabi · 28%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,262 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 4%Same areaBottom 5%CitywideTop 44%
Same street · Thorn Drive
#72 / 75
Bottom 4% · Avg 1,905 sqft
Same area · Amber Trails
#1,669 / 1,760
Bottom 5% · Avg 1,831 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#86,424 / 194,458
Top 44% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
481k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 4%Same areaBottom 9%CitywideTop 23%
Same street · Thorn Drive
#72 / 75
Bottom 4% · Avg 582.7k
Same area · Amber Trails
#1,610 / 1,760
Bottom 9% · Avg 561.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#44,683 / 194,458
Top 23% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
2004
0255075100
Same streetBottom 28%Same areaBottom 25%CitywideTop 15%

Lot Size

around average
5,498 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 41%Same areaTop 50%CitywideTop 43%

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

4 Thorn Drive — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 2 education (nearest 201 m), 4 parks (nearest 277 m).

Search radius
🏫Education2
🌳Parks4

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 8/2023CA$550k–600k
Sold price

Same street

Top 40%

Same area

Top 30%

City-wide

Top 11%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 4 Thorn Drive, Winnipeg

Property Summary: 4 Thorn Drive, Amber Trails

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This well-maintained, one-storey home in Amber Trails offers a practical and comfortable living space. Its key characteristics include a renovated basement, an attached garage, and a generous 5,498 sqft lot, placing it in the top half of the street for land size. Built in 2004, the house is newer than most in Winnipeg, offering modern construction fundamentals.

The primary appeal lies in its balance of space, recent updates, and established neighbourhood setting. The renovated basement adds valuable finished living area, increasing the home's functionality. While the living area is modest compared to some neighbours, the large lot provides excellent outdoor space and potential. The home suits first-time buyers or downsizers looking for a manageable single-level layout without extensive maintenance. It also appeals to value-conscious buyers who appreciate a move-in-ready basement and prefer a home that is newer than the city average, potentially meaning fewer near-term major repairs.

A less obvious perspective is the property's interesting position in the market. It sold for $550k in mid-2023, yet its assessed value is significantly lower. This may attract buyers looking for a perceived value opportunity or indicate unique features the assessment doesn't capture, warranting a closer look.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the living space compare to the neighbourhood?
At 1,262 sqft, the living area is smaller than most homes on Thorn Drive and in Amber Trails, ranking in the top 4% and 16% respectively (meaning 96% and 84% of comparable homes are larger). This suggests a more efficient or compact floor plan.

2. What does the "newer than most" build year mean for me?
Built in 2004, the home is newer than 82% of properties in Winnipeg. This typically suggests modern building codes, materials, and systems, which can mean greater energy efficiency and less immediate worry over aging components like roofing or major mechanicals.

3. Why is there a large gap between the 2023 sale price and the assessed value?
The assessed value ($48.10k) is for taxation purposes and is not a market valuation. The $550k sale price from August 2023 reflects the actual market value at that time. This discrepancy is common and highlights the importance of using recent comparable sales, not tax assessments, to determine current value.

4. Is the lot size a significant feature?
Yes. The lot is over 5,400 sqft, which is larger than half the lots on the street. This provides ample backyard space for gardening, recreation, or future additions like a deck or shed, which is a valuable asset in a newer neighbourhood.

5. What is the immediate neighbourhood like?
The listing shows several nearby properties on Thorn Drive and Templeton Avenue, indicating a tight-knit, residential street pattern typical of the Amber Trails area. The proximity of similar homes suggests a consistent, established community feel.

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