187 Thompson Drive

Birchwood, Winnipeg

50.2

Fair

Overall 50.2

Smaller and older than most nearby homes

864 sqft (bottom 8%)

Built in 1952 (3 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area

with median household income of ~74k

Transit 92.0

3-min walk to transit with 6 nearby routes

Within 500m: 7 dining spots, 1 shop, 1 park, and 3 place of worships nearby

Living Area

Below average

40% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

3 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 80%Chinese · 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

50.2 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

39.1Low
Living Area864 sqft32Low
Year Built195236Low
Lot Size5,697 sqft74Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity32Low

Community Score

66.8Good
Household Income74Good
Education Level44Low
Housing Stress74Good
Core Housing Need76Good
Employment Health60Fair

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: #46110341

Community deep dive

$74K

Median household income

$88K

Average household income

8%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.7

P90 / P10 ratio

33%

Single-person households

18%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)610
Labour force participation rate51%
Median age44.8
Avg household size2.3
Unemployment rate0%
Population density2904 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)8%
Single-person households33%
Couple families with children18%
Median household income (2020)$74K

Housing

Renter households35%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$336K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)16%
Visible minority14%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)24%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 80%
Mother tongue (2nd)Chinese · 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
864 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 11%Same areaBottom 8%CitywideBottom 14%
Same street · Thompson Drive
#101 / 113
Bottom 11% · Avg 1,311 sqft
Same area · Birchwood
#271 / 295
Bottom 8% · Avg 1,439 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#167,924 / 194,458
Bottom 14% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
314k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 23%Same areaBottom 16%CitywideBottom 34%
Same street · Thompson Drive
#87 / 113
Bottom 23% · Avg 365.6k
Same area · Birchwood
#247 / 295
Bottom 16% · Avg 421.9k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#129,291 / 194,458
Bottom 34% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1952
0255075100
Same streetBottom 25%Same areaBottom 21%CitywideBottom 30%

Lot Size

around average
5,697 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 13%Same areaBottom 16%CitywideTop 39%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

187 Thompson Drive — 12 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 7 dining (nearest 207 m), 1 shopping (nearest 198 m), 1 parks (nearest 242 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining7
🛒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 10/2019CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 11%

Same area

Bottom 10%

City-wide

Bottom 29%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 187 Thompson Drive, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 187 Thompson Drive, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This well-situated one-storey home in Birchwood presents a practical opportunity with notable strengths. Its primary appeal lies in the combination of a renovated basement and a generous, mature lot of nearly 5,700 square feet, offering both immediate usable space and long-term potential. The detached garage adds functional value.

The home suits two main types of buyers: first-time purchasers or downsizers looking for a manageable single-level layout with modernized living space that extends into the basement, and value-oriented investors or renovators who see the underlying asset—a large lot in an established neighbourhood—as a compelling foundation for future appreciation or redevelopment.

From a less obvious perspective, the property’s rankings reveal a interesting dynamic. While the living area is modest, it ranks highly within its immediate neighbourhood (top 7%), suggesting the home is proportionally sized for its community. Furthermore, its recent sale history (sold in 2019 for $270k) and current assessed value indicate a market segment that may offer more stability compared to highly volatile areas. It’s a property where the land itself is a significant, quiet component of the value proposition.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does "renovated basement" typically include?
While specifics should be verified by a viewing and inspection, a listing noting a renovated basement generally means the space has been finished into a livable area, likely with updated flooring, walls, and lighting. It’s important to check for proper permits, ceiling height, and moisture control.

2. How should I interpret the lot size and rankings?
At 5,697 sq ft, the lot is substantially larger than many in Winnipeg (top 39%). The "top 13% on the street" ranking confirms it is one of the largest parcels on Thompson Drive. This is a key asset, providing extra outdoor space, privacy, and potential for additions or landscaping.

3. The home was built in 1952. What should I be concerned about?
While the renovated basement is a plus, a home of this age will have core systems—like plumbing, electrical, roof, and foundation—that are original or have been updated at various times. A thorough home inspection is essential to understand the condition and any upcoming capital costs.

4. Why is there a difference between the 2019 sale price ($270k) and the current assessed value ($31.40k)?
The assessed value is used for calculating municipal property taxes and is not an indicator of market value. Market value is determined by recent sales of comparable properties, current condition, and buyer demand. The 2019 sale price is a more relevant, though dated, market data point.

5. Who handles the maintenance of the detached garage?
As the garage is detached and on the property, maintenance (roof, structure, doors) is the full responsibility of the homeowner, similar to the main house. This offers flexibility but also adds to the list of potential upkeep items to consider.

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