281 Appleford Gate

Bridgwater Trails, Winnipeg

Property score

80.9

Excellent

Overall 80.9 · Older than most nearby homes

1,615 sqft (bottom 36%) · Built in 2015 (4 yrs older than avg)

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

Transit 76.0 · 6-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 3 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

13% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

4 yrs older 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

80.9 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

79.9Good
Living Area1,615 sqft83Excellent
Year Built201594Excellent
Lot Size3,830 sqft46Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity89Excellent

Community Score

82.5Excellent
Household Income86Excellent
Education Level91Excellent
Housing Stress42Low
Core Housing Need88Excellent
Employment Health83Excellent

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
1,615 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 49%Same areaBottom 36%CitywideTop 25%
Same street · Appleford Gate
#60 / 118
Bottom 49% · Avg 1,623 sqft
Same area · Bridgwater Trails
#821 / 1,282
Bottom 36% · Avg 1,849 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#47,907 / 194,458
Top 25% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
477k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 17%Same areaBottom 26%CitywideTop 24%
Same street · Appleford Gate
#98 / 118
Bottom 17% · Avg 509.5k
Same area · Bridgwater Trails
#954 / 1,282
Bottom 26% · Avg 596.2k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#45,953 / 194,458
Top 24% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
2015
0255075100
Same streetBottom 48%Same areaBottom 7%CitywideTop 7%

Lot Size

below average
3,830 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 26%Same areaBottom 23%CitywideBottom 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

281 Appleford Gate — 3 amenities found within 500 m, across 1 categories, including 3 parks (nearest 184 m).

Search radius
🌳Parks3

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 4/2019CA$350k–400k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 23%

Same area

Bottom 22%

City-wide

Top 35%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 281 Appleford Gate, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 281 Appleford Gate, Bridgwater Trails

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This 2015-built, two-storey home in the popular Bridgwater Trails neighbourhood offers a practical footprint on a good-sized lot. With 1,615 sqft of living space and a 3,830 sqft land area, it provides room to grow without being overwhelming. The home’s core appeal lies in its balance: it’s newer than most Winnipeg homes, placing it in the top 8% for age city-wide, which suggests modern building standards and less immediate need for major updates. It features a detached garage and an unrenovated basement, presenting a straightforward canvas for future customization.

The property’s value positioning is its most thoughtful angle. While its assessed value is competitive, the home ranks in the lower third for its specific street in several metrics. This could indicate an opportunity for a buyer looking to enter a desirable, established street at a relative value, with the potential to increase the home’s standing through updates. It would suit first-time buyers or young families seeking a modern, low-maintenance home in a master-planned community, as well as value-oriented buyers who see potential in personalizing a solid, uncomplicated structure over time.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does this home compare to others on Appleford Gate?
The data shows this home ranks in the lower third on its street for lot size, living area, and assessed value. This means it may offer more affordable entry to the street compared to larger or more updated neighbours.

2. What does the "unrenovated basement" imply?
It indicates the basement is finished but has not been significantly updated since the home was built in 2015. Buyers should budget for potential cosmetic updates or plan to finish it to their own taste.

3. The home sold for less in 2019 than its current assessed value. Why?
Market conditions, the specific sale circumstances in 2019, and general market appreciation over five years all contribute. The current assessment reflects the city’s valuation for tax purposes, not necessarily the current market price.

4. Is Bridgwater Trails a good neighbourhood for families?
Yes, it is a master-planned community known for its pathways, parks, and newer amenities. The presence of many similar-aged homes often creates a community of young families.

5. What are the immediate costs or projects a new owner might face?
Given the home’s age (11 years), buyers should anticipate routine maintenance items common for this stage, such as servicing the furnace and hot water tank, and inspecting the roof. The unrenovated basement and lower street rankings suggest cosmetic updates could be a priority to align with neighbouring homes.

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