191 Thompson Drive

Birchwood, Winnipeg

Property score

63.3

Fair

Overall 63.3 · Older than most nearby homes

1,495 sqft (top 39%) · Built in 1918 (37 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~74k

Transit 92.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 6 nearby routes · Within 500m: 7 dining spots, 1 healthcare facility, 1 shop, and 1 park nearby

Living Area

Near average

4% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

37 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

63.3 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

60.9Fair
Living Area1,495 sqft75Good
Year Built191816Low
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

above average
1,495 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 23%Same areaTop 39%CitywideTop 31%
Same street · Thompson Drive
#26 / 113
Top 23% · Avg 1,311 sqft
Same area · Birchwood
#116 / 295
Top 39% · Avg 1,439 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#59,926 / 194,458
Top 31% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
339k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 36%Same areaBottom 25%CitywideBottom 42%
Same street · Thompson Drive
#72 / 113
Bottom 36% · Avg 365.6k
Same area · Birchwood
#220 / 295
Bottom 25% · Avg 421.9k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#112,235 / 194,458
Bottom 42% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1918
0255075100
Same streetBottom 9%Same areaBottom 2%CitywideBottom 12%

Lot Size

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

191 Thompson Drive — 13 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 7 dining (nearest 177 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 499 m), 1 shopping (nearest 169 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining7
🏥Healthcare1
🛒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 7/2016CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 26%

Same area

Bottom 22%

City-wide

Bottom 39%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 191 Thompson Drive, Winnipeg

Property Overview & Key Characteristics

This one-and-three-quarter storey home on Thompson Drive is a classic Birchwood property with a strong, established neighbourhood feel. Its primary appeal lies in its generous 5,697 sqft lot, which ranks in the top 13% for size on the street, offering ample outdoor space in a mature area. Built in 1918, the home is part of the area's historic fabric, a point reflected in its notably low municipal assessed value. The living space is practical at 1,495 sqft, and the property includes a detached garage and a basement that presents an opportunity for future development.

The home would suit a specific type of buyer: those looking for a solid, no-frills foundation in a quiet neighbourhood, who value land size over a modernized interior. It’s a potential match for a hands-on buyer comfortable with a project, an investor seeking a property with a strong land-to-value ratio, or someone prioritizing a large yard in a well-ranked local context over a turn-key home. Its last sale in 2016 at a price significantly above its current assessed value suggests a market perception that sees potential beyond the official valuation.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does the low assessed value indicate?
The assessed value is a municipal figure for tax purposes and often lags behind market value, especially for older homes. A low assessment can mean lower property taxes, but the 2016 sale price suggests buyers have historically been willing to pay a premium for the property's location and lot.

2. Is the basement finished or usable?
The listing specifies the basement exists but is "not renovated." Buyers should budget for any desired improvements and consider a thorough inspection to understand its current condition and potential.

3. How does the age of the home (1918) impact things?
While it adds character, it necessitates careful attention. A pre-purchase inspection is crucial to understand the state of major systems (plumbing, electrical, foundation) common to homes of this era. The ranking shows it's among the older homes in the area.

4. The lot is large, but how is the neighbourhood?
The rankings provide context: the property sits on a street and in a neighbourhood where it ranks highly for lot size. This suggests a well-established area with a mix of properties, where this home offers above-average outdoor space.

5. What’s the significance of the detached garage?
A detached garage offers flexibility—it can be used for vehicle storage, as a workshop, or for extra storage without impacting the home's living space. It's a valuable asset, especially on a large lot, but may require its own maintenance.

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