656 Bridge Lake Drive

Bridgwater Trails, Winnipeg

Property score

79.9

Good

Overall 79.9 · Older than most nearby homes

1,580 sqft (bottom 31%) · Built in 2016 (3 yrs older than avg)

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

Transit 80.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, and 1 sports facility nearby

Living Area

Below average

15% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

3 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

79.9 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

78.1Good
Living Area79
1,580 sqftGood
Year Built97
2016Excellent
Lot Size46
3,997 sqftLow
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
1,580 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 30%Same areaBottom 31%CitywideTop 26%
Same street · Bridge Lake Drive
#110 / 158
Bottom 30% · Avg 1,844 sqft
Same area · Bridgwater Trails
#884 / 1,282
Bottom 31% · Avg 1,849 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#51,168 / 194,458
Top 26% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
443k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 9%Same areaBottom 6%CitywideTop 30%
Same street · Bridge Lake Drive
#144 / 158
Bottom 9% · Avg 627.7k
Same area · Bridgwater Trails
#1,206 / 1,282
Bottom 6% · Avg 596.2k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#57,519 / 194,458
Top 30% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
2016
0255075100
Same streetBottom 39%Same areaBottom 16%CitywideTop 6%

Lot Size

around average
3,997 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 45%Same areaBottom 29%CitywideBottom 25%

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

656 Bridge Lake Drive — 2 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 455 m).

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🍽️Dining1
💪Sports1

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 10/2021CA$450k–500k
Sold price

Same street

Top 46%

Same area

Top 47%

City-wide

Top 16%
Sold 12/2016CA$350k–400k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 13%

Same area

Bottom 10%

City-wide

Top 44%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 656 Bridge Lake Drive, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 656 Bridge Lake Drive, Bridgwater Trails

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This two-storey home, built in 2016, offers a modern foundation in the popular Bridgwater Trails community. Its key characteristics include a 1,580 sqft living area and a full, unrenovated basement on a near 4,000 sqft lot, providing space for future customization. The home lacks a garage, which is a notable consideration.

The primary appeal lies in its relative newness and its position within a newer Winnipeg suburb. The data suggests a solid value proposition: while its assessed value ranks lower on its specific street, it places in the top 25% city-wide for year built and top 24% for living area, indicating a well-sized, contemporary home compared to the broader Winnipeg market. It suits first-time buyers or young families seeking a move-in-ready, modern home in a developed neighbourhood, who are comfortable with street parking or adding a garage later. A thoughtful perspective is that the unrenovated basement and lack of garage, while drawbacks for some, represent a clear "blank slate" for buyers who want to add equity through projects tailored to their own tastes, without paying a premium for someone else’s finished work.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the lack of a garage impact daily life and value?
This is the most significant trade-off. It means relying on driveway and street parking, which requires consideration for winters and household vehicles. For value, it positions the home at a different price point than comparable properties with garages, which can be an opportunity for the right buyer.

2. The assessed value seems low for the area. Why is that?
The assessed value is for municipal tax purposes and is influenced by many factors, including recent sales and specific home features. The home’s last sale price was notably higher. The assessment ranking suggests the home’s official valuation is modest relative to its immediate neighbours, but this doesn't necessarily reflect current market value or the home's condition.

3. What does the "unrenovated basement" entail?
It means the basement is unfinished. It has been built to code with foundation, floor, walls, and ceiling, but lacks the finished walls, flooring, and ceilings of a living space. It’s usable for storage and utilities and offers potential for future living space, a rental suite, or recreation room.

4. The home ranks low on its street for assessed value. Is that a concern?
It indicates the home is likely valued lower than many direct neighbours, which could be due to the lack of garage, specific lot placement, or differing upgrades. It’s not inherently a concern, but it’s a point to investigate during a viewing to understand the street’s dynamics and whether it represents a value opportunity.

5. The home sold in 2021 for significantly more than its 2016 price. What does that history show?
It shows strong appreciation in its first five years, which is consistent with a new home in a growing area. The 2021 sale price provides a more recent benchmark than the 2016 builder sale, giving a clearer picture of its value in a active market.