171 Old Mill Road

Birchwood, Winnipeg

Property score

64.2

Fair

Overall 64.2 · Compared with neighbourhood average

1,248 sqft (bottom 40%) · Built in 1958 (3 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~83k

Transit 92.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 6 nearby routes · Within 500m: 5 dining spots, 2 shops, 3 parks, and 1 bank/ATM nearby

Living Area

Near average

13% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

3 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 86%French · 2%

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

Sold Count

81

Median price

390.5k

$/sqft

$299/sqft

Avg build year

1955

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Property score

64.2 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

63.0Fair
Living Area1,248 sqft66Good
Year Built195843Low
Lot Size7,497 sqft88Excellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity32Low

Community Score

66.1Good
Household Income78Good
Education Level34Low
Housing Stress63Fair
Core Housing Need88Excellent
Employment Health52Fair

Neighbourhood Sales

Birchwood

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “birchwood” (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: #46110339

Community deep dive

$83K

Median household income

$94K

Average household income

6%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.7

P90 / P10 ratio

35%

Single-person households

16%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)564
Labour force participation rate54%
Median age57.6
Avg household size2.0
Unemployment rate8%
Population density2820 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)6%
Single-person households35%
Couple families with children16%
Median household income (2020)$83K

Housing

Renter households30%
Condominium dwellings30%
Median dwelling value (owners)$336K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)11%
Visible minority12%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)19%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 85%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 1%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,248 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 23%Same areaBottom 40%CitywideTop 46%
Same street · Old Mill Road
#27 / 35
Bottom 23% · Avg 1,546 sqft
Same area · Birchwood
#178 / 295
Bottom 40% · Avg 1,439 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#89,012 / 194,458
Top 46% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
334k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 3%Same areaBottom 24%CitywideBottom 40%
Same street · Old Mill Road
#34 / 35
Bottom 3% · Avg 434.6k
Same area · Birchwood
#225 / 295
Bottom 24% · Avg 421.9k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#115,799 / 194,458
Bottom 40% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1958
0255075100
Same streetBottom 23%Same areaTop 48%CitywideBottom 39%

Lot Size

above average
7,497 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 26%Same areaTop 43%CitywideTop 13%

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

171 Old Mill Road — 14 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 5 dining (nearest 125 m), 2 shopping (nearest 279 m), 3 parks (nearest 272 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining5
🛒Shopping2
🌳Parks3
🏦Finance1
Worship3

Crime & Safety

Birchwood · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

3

2026

vs. city avg

-90%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-97%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

67%

Sales History

Sold 9/2023CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 31%

Same area

Bottom 36%

City-wide

Top 48%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 171 Old Mill Road, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This 1958-built, one-storey home on a large 7,497 sqft lot in Birchwood presents a classic Winnipeg character with modern updates. Its key appeal lies in the combination of a spacious, private yard and a renovated basement, offering flexible living space. The detached garage adds practical storage or workshop potential. While the living area is modest, the property’s value is anchored in its land size and recent improvements. It would suit first-time buyers looking for a solid starter home with room to grow outdoors, or downsizers seeking a manageable single-level layout with a finished lower level for family visits or hobbies. A thoughtful perspective is that its above-average lot size for the street offers a relative rarity—room for gardens, play, or expansion—in a neighborhood where many properties are more tightly packed.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the assessed value compare to the recent sale price?
The home sold for $34.8k in September 2023, which is slightly higher than its current $33.4k assessed value. This suggests the market recently valued it a bit above its official assessment.

2. What does the ranking data actually tell me about this property?
The rankings compare this home to others on its street, in Birchwood, and across Winnipeg. Key takeaways are its lot size is in the top quarter on the street, but the home itself (by living area and year built) ranks in the bottom half of the immediate area, indicating you're primarily buying for the land and renovated basement.

3. Is the renovated basement a legal suite?
The provided details state the basement is renovated but do not specify if it is a legal, rentable suite. This is a critical point to verify with the listing agent and city permits, as it impacts value and utility.

4. What is the typical buyer or vibe in this part of Birchwood?
With a mix of older, well-established homes on sizable lots, the area likely attracts long-term residents and families. The proximity to very similarly valued homes in neighborhoods like Elmhurst and Varsity View suggests a stable, mature community.

5. Are there any obvious red flags from the sales history or comparisons?
The home sold very recently (late 2023). A quick resale isn't inherently a red flag, but understanding the seller's motivation is prudent. The assessed value being among the lowest on the street could reflect the home's modest size and age, but also warrants a thorough inspection to ensure condition is consistent with the recent renovation.

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