18 Gaitwin Cove

Dakota Crossing, Winnipeg

90.2

Excellent

Overall 90.2

Larger than most nearby homes

2,127 sqft (top 8%)

Built in 1998 (1 yr newer than avg)

Located in a high-income area

with median household income of ~154k

Transit 80.0

3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes

Within 500m: 1 school, 1 shop, 1 park, and 1 sports facility nearby

Living Area

Above average

43% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

1 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 69%French · 10%

Past 10 years Dakota Crossing sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

973

Median price

465k

$/sqft

$394/sqft

Avg build year

1997

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Property score

90.2 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

87.1Excellent
Living Area2,127 sqft94Excellent
Year Built199884Excellent
Lot Size5,261 sqft67Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity78Good

Community Score

94.8Excellent
Household Income94Excellent
Education Level91Excellent
Housing Stress100Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health96Excellent

Neighbourhood Sales

Dakota Crossing

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “dakota crossing” (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: #46111164

Community deep dive

$154K

Median household income

$184K

Average household income

5%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.9

P90 / P10 ratio

8%

Single-person households

54%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)361
Labour force participation rate80%
Median age44.0
Avg household size3.0
Unemployment rate4%
Population density4512 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)5%
Single-person households8%
Couple families with children54%
Median household income (2020)$154K

Housing

Renter households0%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$424K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)16%
Visible minority18%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)58%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 69%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 9%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
2,127 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 41%Same areaTop 8%CitywideTop 8%
Same street · Gaitwin Cove
#7 / 17
Top 41% · Avg 2,056 sqft
Same area · Dakota Crossing
#236 / 3,075
Top 8% · Avg 1,483 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#15,430 / 194,458
Top 8% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
581k
0255075100
Same streetTop 18%Same areaTop 10%CitywideTop 9%
Same street · Gaitwin Cove
#3 / 17
Top 18% · Avg 563.8k
Same area · Dakota Crossing
#311 / 3,075
Top 10% · Avg 485.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#18,316 / 194,458
Top 9% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1998
0255075100
Same streetTop 12%Same areaTop 39%CitywideTop 18%

Lot Size

around average
5,261 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 1%Same areaTop 43%CitywideTop 49%

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

18 Gaitwin Cove — 5 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 1 education (nearest 413 m), 1 shopping (nearest 382 m), 1 parks (nearest 498 m).

Search radius
🏫Education1
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks1
💪Sports1
🏦Finance1

Crime & Safety

Dakota Crossing · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

9

2026

vs. city avg

-69%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-96%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

44%

Waste Collection Schedule

Local garbage, recycling, and yard waste pickup schedule for 18 Gaitwin Cove.

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Garbage

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Recycling

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Yard Waste

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Sales History

Sold 9/2019CA$450k–500k
Sold price

Same street

Top 50%

Same area

Top 28%

City-wide

Top 19%

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Highlights & common questions: 18 Gaitwin Cove, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This two-storey home at 18 Gaitwin Cove in Dakota Crossing is a well-positioned, move-in-ready property built in 1998. Its primary appeal lies in offering above-average space and modern updates within a mature, established neighbourhood. With 2,127 sqft of living area, it provides significantly more room than the typical Winnipeg home, and its renovated basement adds functional living space. The attached garage and a manageable 5,261 sqft lot offer practical convenience with less yard maintenance. Its assessed value ranks consistently above average for its street, neighbourhood, and the wider city, suggesting a solid investment in a desirable area.

This home would suit growing families or professionals seeking space without the upkeep of a massive property. It’s ideal for buyers who value a renovated, low-hassle interior in a settled community over a brand-new build on the outskirts. A thoughtful perspective is that while the lot size is the smallest on its street, this translates to less weekend yard work, allowing owners to enjoy the generous indoor living space. It represents a balanced choice: not the largest property on the block, but one with modern comforts and strong value metrics across the board.


Frequently Asked Questions

How does the living space compare to other homes?
At 2,127 sqft, this home is above average for both Dakota Crossing and Winnipeg overall, placing it in the top 8% citywide for living area. It offers substantial room compared to the typical local home.

Is the lot size a drawback?
The lot is 5,261 sqft, which is the smallest on Gaitwin Cove but is close to the average for the Dakota Crossing neighbourhood. This may appeal to those seeking a smaller, more manageable yard with less maintenance.

What does the assessed value indicate?
With an assessed value of $58.10k, this property ranks in the top 18% on its street and top 10% in Dakota Crossing, indicating it is considered a higher-value home within its immediate and local markets.

How updated is the home?
The home features a renovated basement. Being built in 1998, it is newer than the median Winnipeg home, placing it in the top 18% citywide for year built, suggesting modern construction standards and likely fewer major age-related issues.

What is the neighbourhood like?
Dakota Crossing is an established neighbourhood. The home's metrics show it outperforms most area homes in size and value, suggesting it's a desirable property within a stable community.

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