78 Lake Forest Road

Bridgwater Forest, Winnipeg

Property score

90.9

Excellent

Overall 90.9 · Larger than most nearby homes

3,058 sqft (top 2%) · Built in 2010 (1 yr older than avg)

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

Transit 80.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 park nearby

Living Area

Above average

49% larger 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

90.9 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

95.2Excellent
Living Area100
3,058 sqftExcellent
Year Built90
2010Excellent
Lot Size85
6,658 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

Elite
3,058 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 9%Same areaTop 2%CitywideTop 1%
Same street · Lake Forest Road
#3 / 32
Top 9% · Avg 2,039 sqft
Same area · Bridgwater Forest
#21 / 1,121
Top 2% · Avg 2,053 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#1,832 / 194,458
Top 1% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

Elite
1.26M
0255075100
Same streetTop 3%Same areaTop 3%CitywideTop 1%
Same street · Lake Forest Road
#1 / 32
Top 3% · Avg 732.3k
Same area · Bridgwater Forest
#32 / 1,121
Top 3% · Avg 684.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#896 / 194,458
Top 1% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

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

Lot Size

above average
6,658 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 9%Same areaTop 23%CitywideTop 20%

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

78 Lake Forest Road — 1 amenities found within 500 m, across 1 categories, including 1 parks (nearest 274 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 9/2016CA$1M–1.05M
Sold price

Same street

Top 11%

Same area

Top 3%

City-wide

Top 1%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 78 Lake Forest Road, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 78 Lake Forest Road, Bridgwater Forest

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This two-storey home in Bridgwater Forest is a standout property defined by its generous space and established desirability. Built in 2010, it sits on a large 6,658 sqft lot and offers over 3,000 sqft of living area, placing it in the top tier of homes in Winnipeg for size. Its appeal lies in a combination of move-in-ready features, like a renovated basement, and strong long-term fundamentals. The property ranks exceptionally well for its assessed value and previous sale price within its immediate street and the wider city, suggesting a history of value retention and appeal.

The home would suit buyers looking for a spacious, modern family home in a sought-after newer community. It’s particularly well-matched for those who prioritize above-average interior and exterior space and appreciate a property with proven market performance. A less obvious perspective is its appeal to value-conscious buyers who see strength in the numbers; the consistent top-tier rankings across key metrics (size, value, past sale price) indicate a property that has consistently outperformed its peers, which can be a sign of stability and sound investment within its category.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the assessed value compare to the likely market price?
The assessed value is a municipal figure for tax purposes and is typically lower than market value. This home’s assessed value ranks in the top 0% in Winnipeg, indicating the city recognizes it as a high-value property, but the actual sale price will be determined by current market conditions.

2. What does the "renovated basement" include?
The listing confirms the basement is renovated but does not specify the finishes or layout. This is a key detail to clarify with the listing agent to understand if it’s a finished recreational space, includes additional bedrooms, or has a separate entrance.

3. The home sold in 2016. What does that history tell us?
The 2016 sale price was significantly higher than the current assessed value and ranked in the top 1% in the city at that time. This indicates the home has a history of commanding premium prices, which can be a positive signal, though it doesn’t guarantee future performance.

4. The lot is large, but what is the backyard like?
With a lot size better than 91% of homes on its street, the property has ample outdoor space. The specific orientation, landscaping, and privacy of the backyard would need to be verified by a viewing, as these are not detailed in the data.

5. The neighbourhood rankings vary—is this a good area?
The data shows the home itself ranks highly within Bridgwater Forest for size and value. However, the neighbourhood ranking for the year built is lower, meaning many nearby homes are newer. This suggests the immediate area has continued to develop, potentially offering a blend of established landscaping with a still-evolving community feel.