26 Lake Forest Road

Bridgwater Forest, Winnipeg

Property score

84.4

Excellent

Overall 84.4 · Smaller than most nearby homes

1,624 sqft (bottom 18%) · Built in 2010 (1 yr older than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~109k

Transit 88.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 park nearby

Living Area

Below average

21% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

1 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 43%Chinese · 22%

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

Sold Count

604

Median price

666k

$/sqft

$295/sqft

Avg build year

2011

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Property score

84.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

84.4Excellent
Living Area83
1,624 sqftExcellent
Year Built90
2010Excellent
Lot Size81
6,428 sqftExcellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity89
Excellent

Community Score

84.5Excellent
Household Income88
Excellent
Education Level91
Excellent
Housing Stress52
Fair
Core Housing Need88
Excellent
Employment Health83
Excellent

Neighbourhood Sales

Bridgwater Forest

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “bridgwater forest” (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: #46111255

Community deep dive

$109K

Median household income

$224K

Average household income

15%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.4

Income inequality (Gini)

5.1

P90 / P10 ratio

16%

Single-person households

41%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)5,076
Labour force participation rate74%
Median age33.6
Avg household size3.0
Unemployment rate8%
Population density3057 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)15%
Single-person households16%
Couple families with children41%
Median household income (2020)$109K

Housing

Renter households23%
Condominium dwellings26%
Median dwelling value (owners)$552K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)44%
Visible minority60%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)58%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 42%
Mother tongue (2nd)Chinese · 22%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,624 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 22%Same areaBottom 18%CitywideTop 24%
Same street · Lake Forest Road
#25 / 32
Bottom 22% · Avg 2,039 sqft
Same area · Bridgwater Forest
#924 / 1,121
Bottom 18% · Avg 2,053 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#46,850 / 194,458
Top 24% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

Elite
731k
0255075100
Same streetTop 44%Same areaTop 23%CitywideTop 3%
Same street · Lake Forest Road
#14 / 32
Top 44% · Avg 732.3k
Same area · Bridgwater Forest
#259 / 1,121
Top 23% · Avg 684.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#6,280 / 194,458
Top 3% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
2010
0255075100
Same streetTop 9%Same areaBottom 33%CitywideTop 11%

Lot Size

above average
6,428 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 25%Same areaTop 26%CitywideTop 23%

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

26 Lake Forest Road — 1 amenities found within 500 m, across 1 categories, including 1 parks (nearest 169 m).

Search radius
🌳Parks1

Crime & Safety

Bridgwater Forest · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

7

2026

vs. city avg

-76%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-91%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

100%

Sales History

Sold 11/2017CA$700k–750k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 32%

Same area

Top 18%

City-wide

Top 3%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 26 Lake Forest Road, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 26 Lake Forest Road, Bridgwater Forest

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This well-situated one-storey home in Bridgwater Forest presents a compelling blend of space, location, and established value. Its key characteristics include a renovated basement, an attached garage, and a generous 6,428 sqft lot that ranks in the top quarter for size on its street. Built in 2010, the home is newer than most in Winnipeg, offering modern construction without the premium of a brand-new build.

The appeal lies in its strong positional metrics and move-in-ready potential. The property sits in a desirable pocket, ranking better than three-quarters of homes on its own street and in Winnipeg overall for lot size. Its assessed value is notably high, placing it in the top 3% of Winnipeg, which suggests a solid foundation of municipal valuation. The 2017 sale price further reinforces a history of strong market value. This home would suit practical buyers looking for a single-level layout in a mature, family-oriented neighbourhood like Bridgwater Forest. It’s ideal for those who prioritize a large yard, appreciate the value of a finished basement, and are seeking a property with demonstrated and stable worth over time, rather than a fixer-upper.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does the "rank" information actually tell me?
The rankings compare this property against specific groups (its street, neighbourhood, and all of Winnipeg) for metrics like lot size and year built. For example, being "better than 77% in Winnipeg" for lot size means this parcel is larger than most in the city, a tangible advantage.

2. The living area ranks lower than the lot size. Is that a concern?
Not necessarily. It indicates the home itself is average in size for the area, but it's situated on a larger-than-average lot. This is appealing if you value outdoor space, potential for expansion, or simply more privacy from neighbours.

3. The assessed value seems low compared to the last sale price. Why?
Municipal assessed value (for tax purposes) often lags behind current market value and uses a different calculation method. The 2017 sale price of $720k is a historical market data point, while the $73.1k assessment is not an indicator of listing or sale price.

4. The home is newer than most in Winnipeg, but only average for its neighbourhood. What does that mean?
Bridgwater Forest is a relatively new community. This 2010-built home is among the older homes in the area, meaning the neighbourhood's character and amenities are well-established, but the house itself is still modern and likely avoids issues of very aging infrastructure.

5. Who might this property not suit?
Buyers seeking a brand-new home with builder warranties, or those who prioritize a very large interior square footage above all else, might look elsewhere. The data suggests its strength is in its land value and overall position rather than a maximized floor plan.