249 Windflower Road

Bridgwater Trails, Winnipeg

Property score

82.0

Excellent

Overall 82.0 · Compared with neighbourhood average

1,621 sqft (bottom 39%) · Built in 2019

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~103k

Transit 74.0 · 5-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes

Living Area

Below average

12% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

0 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 40%Chinese · 21%

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

Sold Count

1,068

Median price

563.8k

$/sqft

$347/sqft

Avg build year

2019

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Property score

82.0 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

81.6Excellent
Living Area83
1,621 sqftExcellent
Year Built97
2019Excellent
Lot Size53
4,000 sqftFair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity89
Excellent

Community Score

82.5Excellent
Household Income86
Excellent
Education Level91
Excellent
Housing Stress42
Low
Core Housing Need88
Excellent
Employment Health83
Excellent

Neighbourhood Sales

Bridgwater Trails

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “bridgwater trails” (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: #46111257

Community deep dive

$103K

Median household income

$120K

Average household income

14%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

4.4

P90 / P10 ratio

13%

Single-person households

44%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)11,365
Labour force participation rate77%
Median age30.4
Avg household size3.1
Unemployment rate8%
Population density1696 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)14%
Single-person households13%
Couple families with children44%
Median household income (2020)$103K

Housing

Renter households21%
Condominium dwellings14%
Median dwelling value (owners)$500K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)47%
Visible minority69%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)58%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 39%
Mother tongue (2nd)Chinese · 20%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,621 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 30%Same areaBottom 39%CitywideTop 24%
Same street · Windflower Road
#102 / 145
Bottom 30% · Avg 1,906 sqft
Same area · Bridgwater Trails
#786 / 1,282
Bottom 39% · Avg 1,849 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#47,187 / 194,458
Top 24% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
481k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 18%Same areaBottom 28%CitywideTop 23%
Same street · Windflower Road
#119 / 145
Bottom 18% · Avg 628.5k
Same area · Bridgwater Trails
#929 / 1,282
Bottom 28% · Avg 596.2k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#44,683 / 194,458
Top 23% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

Elite
2019
0255075100
Same streetBottom 36%Same areaTop 35%CitywideTop 4%

Lot Size

around average
4,000 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 3%Same areaBottom 30%CitywideBottom 26%

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

Search radius
No data within 500 m.

Crime & Safety

Bridgwater Trails · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

2

2026

vs. city avg

-93%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-97%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

50%

Sales History

Sold 8/2022CA$550k–600k
Sold price

Same street

Top 25%

Same area

Top 24%

City-wide

Top 8%
Sold 5/2019CA$350k–400k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 3%

Same area

Bottom 11%

City-wide

Top 43%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 249 Windflower Road, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 249 Windflower Road, Bridgwater Trails

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This two-storey home, built in 2019, presents a well-maintained and modern living space in the popular Bridgwater Trails neighbourhood. Its key appeal lies in a combination of a desirable location, a recently renovated basement, and solid value metrics for the area. With 1,621 sqft of living space on a 4,000 sqft lot, it offers a balanced footprint for a growing family or professional couple.

The home’s strength is its established position within a newer community. The lot size ranks in the top 3% on its street, offering more outdoor space than many comparable properties. While the home itself is not among the largest in the area, its assessed value ranks highly relative to the street and city, suggesting it is viewed as a solid asset. The 2022 sale price indicates a history of value growth since its 2019 purchase. This property would suit buyers looking for a move-in ready home in a modern suburb without the premium price of a brand-new build, and who value the added flexibility and finished space of a renovated basement.

A thoughtful perspective is that this home represents a "second-wave" opportunity in a new community—the initial development phase is complete, so the neighbourhood's character is more established, yet the home itself is still relatively new with modern efficiencies.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the lack of a garage impact the property's value and utility?
While a garage is a common feature, its absence is reflected in the current pricing and assessed value. The property may appeal to buyers who prioritize other features or who have alternative parking arrangements. The large lot does offer potential for future addition, subject to local bylaws.

2. The assessed value seems low compared to recent sale prices in the area. Why is that?
Municipal assessed value for tax purposes often lags behind current market values, especially in appreciating neighbourhoods. The 2022 sale price of $58.5k is a more current market indicator, and the assessment should be viewed primarily as a tool for estimating property taxes, not determining market price.

3. What does the "renovated basement" entail?
The listing confirms the basement is renovated but does not specify the finish or layout. A prospective buyer should inquire about the quality of the renovation, whether it includes a bathroom or legal egress, and if any permits were obtained for the work.

4. How does this home compare to others on Windflower Road?
The data shows this home has a larger-than-average lot for the street but is newer than only about 64% of its immediate neighbours. This suggests a mix of larger, older lots and newer, potentially larger homes on the same street, placing this property in a competitive middle ground.

5. Is the property's value growth consistent?
The history shows a significant increase from its 2019 sale price to its 2022 sale price. This aligns with the general growth in newer Winnipeg suburbs during that period. However, as the home ages past the five-year mark, future appreciation will be more closely tied to broader market conditions and specific maintenance and upgrades.