77.9
Good
Property score
77.9
Good
Overall 77.9
Larger and newer than most nearby homes
1,603 sqft (top 5%)
Built in 1989 (18 yrs newer than avg)
Located in a above-average income area
with median household income of ~86k
Transit 76.0
7-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes
Within 500m: 2 dining spots, 3 parks, 1 sports facility, and 1 fuel station nearby
Sold for $250,000 over asking
Winnipeg Real Estate Sales Summary & Market Analysis May 11–17, 2026
Living Area
Above average
47% larger than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Above average
18 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 82%Tagalog · 3%
Past 10 years Buchanan sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
257
361k
$351/sqft
1971
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77.9 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
Buchanan
How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “buchanan” (Detached houses (non-condo), 2024). The tallest band is the mainstream budget range; multi-year view shows how that band shifts over time.
Sales-to-New-Listings
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
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.
Dissemination area (DA) — Statistics Canada 2021 Census · Area: #46110310
$86K
Median household income
$92K
Average household income
7%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
2.7
P90 / P10 ratio
20%
Single-person households
25%
Families with children
Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.
Rank by land area, larger = better rank
Rank by year, newer = better rank
Rank by living area, larger = better rank
Rank by assessed value, higher = better rank
Bar: fill length ≈ share of peers you outperform. Fill color reflects tier (red / blue / amber / gray). “Avg” is a rough median benchmark for comparable homes in that scope.
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Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
63 Optimist Way — 7 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 2 dining (nearest 430 m), 3 parks (nearest 57 m).
Buchanan · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
3
2026
vs. city avg
-90%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -97%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
67%
Local garbage, recycling, and yard waste pickup schedule for 63 Optimist Way.
Garbage
tuesday
Recycling
tuesday
Yard Waste
tuesday a
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Bottom 37% | Top 9% | Top 32% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 63 Optimist Way, Winnipeg
Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal
This well-situated two-storey home in Buchanan presents a solid, move-in-ready opportunity. Its key features include a renovated basement, an attached garage, and a generous 7,390 sqft lot that offers above-average outdoor space for the neighbourhood and city. Built in 1989, the home is notably newer than most in Buchanan, suggesting modern construction standards and potentially fewer major upkeep demands in the near term.
The appeal lies in its balanced positioning. It’s not an outlier in any single category on its street, but it stands out favourably within the wider Buchanan area for its newer build year, larger living area, and sizable lot. This combination offers the privacy and space of a mature neighbourhood while benefiting from a relatively more contemporary home. The renovated basement adds immediate functional living space.
This property would suit practical buyers looking for a grounded family home in an established community without the premium price of a brand-new build. It’s ideal for those who value indoor-outdoor living space and prefer a home that requires no major immediate projects, thanks to the updated basement and the home's overall younger age for the area.
Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does the lot size compare practically?
At 7,390 sqft, the lot is significantly larger than the Winnipeg average. This translates to more private yard space for gardening, play, or entertaining, a notable advantage in an established neighbourhood.
2. What does "newer than most in Buchanan" mean for maintenance?
Built in 1989, the home is in the top 5% for year built in Buchanan, where many homes are older. This can mean updated electrical, plumbing, and insulation compared to mid-century homes, potentially reducing the urgency and cost of major system replacements.
3. Is the assessed value a reliable indicator of the sale price?
Not directly. The assessed value of $44.70k is for municipal tax purposes. The home last sold for $40.90k in 2019. The current market price will be determined by recent comparable sales, condition, and market demand.
4. The living area is noted as "Elite" for Buchanan. Is the house unusually large?
At 1,603 sqft, it is in the top 5% for the neighbourhood, meaning it offers more interior space than most nearby homes. However, on its own street, it is close to the average, indicating a consistent, spacious streetscape.
5. What is the neighbourhood context of Optimist Way?
The data shows homes on this street are very consistent in size, age, and value. This suggests a uniform, stable streetscape with few underdeveloped or overdeveloped properties, which can contribute to stable property values and a cohesive community feel.
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