951 Dowker Avenue

Crescent Park, Winnipeg

65.4

Good

Overall 65.4

Smaller than most nearby homes

1,037 sqft (bottom 19%)

Built in 1953 (3 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area

with median household income of ~105k

Transit 86.0

3-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes

Within 500m: 8 dining spots, 3 schools, 1 healthcare facility, and 1 shop nearby

Living Area

Below average

26% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

3 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 82%Punjabi · 2%

Past 10 years Crescent Park sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

250

Median price

701k

$/sqft

$402/sqft

Avg build year

1956

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Property score

65.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

50.5Fair
Living Area1,037 sqft52Fair
Year Built195336Low
Lot Size5,494 sqft67Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42Low

Community Score

87.8Excellent
Household Income87Excellent
Education Level91Excellent
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need88Excellent
Employment Health90Excellent

Neighbourhood Sales

Crescent Park

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “crescent park” (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: #46110440

Community deep dive

$105K

Median household income

$109K

Average household income

10%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.9

P90 / P10 ratio

27%

Single-person households

32%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)471
Labour force participation rate74%
Median age42.4
Avg household size2.4
Unemployment rate3%
Population density1624 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)10%
Single-person households27%
Couple families with children32%
Median household income (2020)$105K

Housing

Renter households17%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$348K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)6%
Visible minority15%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)51%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 81%
Mother tongue (2nd)Punjabi · 2%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,037 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 29%Same areaBottom 19%CitywideBottom 30%
Same street · Dowker Avenue
#17 / 24
Bottom 29% · Avg 1,150 sqft
Same area · Crescent Park
#635 / 781
Bottom 19% · Avg 1,396 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#136,323 / 194,458
Bottom 30% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
384k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 42%Same areaBottom 29%CitywideTop 43%
Same street · Dowker Avenue
#14 / 24
Bottom 42% · Avg 390.7k
Same area · Crescent Park
#558 / 781
Bottom 29% · Avg 458.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#83,066 / 194,458
Top 43% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1953
0255075100
Same streetTop 25%Same areaBottom 45%CitywideBottom 31%

Lot Size

around average
5,494 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 38%Same areaBottom 16%CitywideTop 44%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

951 Dowker Avenue — 20 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 8 dining (nearest 182 m), 3 education (nearest 118 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 481 m).

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🍽️Dining8
🏫Education3
🏥Healthcare1
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks4
🏦Finance1
Worship2

Crime & Safety

Crescent Park · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

17

2026

vs. city avg

-42%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-92%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

88%

Sales History

Sold 6/2017CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 1%

Same area

Bottom 14%

City-wide

Bottom 34%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 951 Dowker Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

951 Dowker Avenue is a well-maintained one-storey home in Winnipeg's Crescent Park neighbourhood. Built in 1953, it offers 1,037 sqft of living space and sits on a 5,494 sqft lot, featuring a renovated basement and a detached garage.

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home presents a practical opportunity in a mature community. Its key appeal lies in its solid foundation and recent updates, most notably the renovated basement, which adds valuable finished space. The detached garage is a significant asset for vehicle storage, workshops, or extra storage. While the living area is modest and below the neighbourhood average, the home’s assessed value is positioned below many local comparables, suggesting potential value for the price.

It would suit first-time buyers looking for a move-in-ready home with some modern updates, or downsizers seeking a manageable single-level layout without a large yard to maintain. A thoughtful perspective is that, while the lot size is smaller than many in Crescent Park, it reduces maintenance time and cost—a benefit for those prioritizing simplicity. The home’s age and established location also mean mature trees and a settled streetscape, contributing to a classic neighbourhood feel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the renovated basement a legal suite?
The listing notes a renovated basement but does not specify it as a legal secondary suite. Buyers should verify its permitted use with the city.

How does the property’s value compare?
The home’s assessed value is below the average for Crescent Park, which may indicate a competitively priced entry point into the neighbourhood, but it’s always wise to compare with recent sale prices of similar homes.

What is the typical lot size in the area?
The lot is 5,494 sqft, which is below the broad neighbourhood average. This means less outdoor maintenance but potentially less private space than some neighbouring properties.

Are there any concerns with a home built in 1953?
While the basement has been renovated, a home of this age will have core components, like plumbing, electrical, and the roof, that are nearing or past their typical lifespan. A thorough inspection is essential.

What are the parking arrangements?
The property includes a detached garage. The driveway and street likely provide additional parking, but specifics should be confirmed during a viewing.

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