186 Thompson Drive

Birchwood, Winnipeg

Property score

46.3

Below average

Overall 46.3 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

728 sqft (bottom 3%) · Built in 1951 (4 yrs older than avg)

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

Transit 92.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 6 nearby routes · Within 500m: 6 dining spots, 1 shop, 1 park, and 3 place of worships nearby

Living Area

Below average

49% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

4 yrs older 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

46.3 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

33.1Low
Living Area22
728 sqftLow
Year Built36
1951Low
Lot Size74
5,701 sqftGood
Neighbourhood Sales Activity32
Low

Community Score

66.1Good
Household Income78
Good
Education Level34
Low
Housing Stress63
Fair
Core Housing Need88
Excellent
Employment Health52
Fair

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

below average
728 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 4%Same areaBottom 3%CitywideBottom 5%
Same street · Thompson Drive
#109 / 113
Bottom 4% · Avg 1,311 sqft
Same area · Birchwood
#285 / 295
Bottom 3% · Avg 1,439 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#184,123 / 194,458
Bottom 5% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
295k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 16%Same areaBottom 11%CitywideBottom 28%
Same street · Thompson Drive
#95 / 113
Bottom 16% · Avg 365.6k
Same area · Birchwood
#263 / 295
Bottom 11% · Avg 421.9k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#140,276 / 194,458
Bottom 28% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1951
0255075100
Same streetBottom 20%Same areaBottom 19%CitywideBottom 29%

Lot Size

around average
5,701 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 18%Same areaBottom 18%CitywideTop 39%

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

186 Thompson Drive — 11 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 6 dining (nearest 193 m), 1 shopping (nearest 203 m), 1 parks (nearest 211 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining6
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks1
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 12/2021CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 46%

Same area

Bottom 31%

City-wide

Bottom 49%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 186 Thompson Drive, Winnipeg

Property Overview & Key Characteristics

This 1951-built, one-storey home in Birchwood sits on a generous 5,701 sqft lot, offering more space than most in its immediate area. Its primary appeal lies in its balance of a sizable, established lot and a recently renovated basement, presenting a solid foundation for both comfortable living and future potential. With a modest 728 sqft living area, the home is efficient and manageable.

The property would suit first-time buyers or downsizers looking for an affordable entry into a mature Winnipeg neighbourhood without a large maintenance footprint. It’s also a practical candidate for a long-term holder who values land size over a large house and sees value in the already-completed basement renovation. A thoughtful perspective is that while the home itself is compact, the lot ranking in the top 18% for the street offers a relative rarity: space to breathe, garden, or expand in a settled area, which is often harder to find than a larger house on a smaller plot.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does the "renovated basement" entail?
The listing confirms the basement has been renovated, but specifics on finish quality, permits, or moisture control are not provided. This is a key item for a buyer to investigate further during a viewing or through their agent.

2. How does the lack of a garage affect daily life and value?
The property has no garage, which is common for homes of this era. Buyers should consider the feasibility of adding a shed or carport, and factor in street parking availability, especially during Winnipeg winters.

3. The assessed value is significantly lower than the 2021 sale price. Why?
The current assessed value is $29.5k, while it sold for $33.5k in late 2021. Municipal assessments for tax purposes don't always equal market value and can lag behind market shifts. The sale price from three years ago is a more relevant, though dated, indicator of its market value.

4. Is the smaller living area (728 sqft) a major constraint?
For some, yes. The home's living space is smaller than 93% of properties in Winnipeg. However, the renovated basement likely adds functional space. This layout suits those seeking simplicity or who spend little time indoors, but families may find it tight.

5. The lot is large, but what is the neighbourhood like for future investment?
The rankings show the property holds its own on lot size within Birchwood. The area's stability is suggested by the close proximity of similar-valued homes. Investment would depend more on broader neighbourhood trends and the potential of the lot itself rather than the house's current metrics.