52.2
Fair
Property score
52.2
Fair
Overall 52.2
Smaller than most nearby homes
792 sqft (bottom 2%)
Built in 1990 (7 yrs older than avg)
Located in a above-average income area
with median household income of ~80k
Transit 74.0
4-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes
Within 500m: 4 schools, and 1 park nearby
Sold for $250,000 over asking
Winnipeg Real Estate Sales Summary & Market Analysis May 11–17, 2026
Living Area
Below average
47% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Below average
7 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 66%French · 7%
Past 10 years Dakota Crossing sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
973
465k
$394/sqft
1997
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52.2 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
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.
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: #46110484
$80K
Median household income
$99K
Average household income
6%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
3.2
P90 / P10 ratio
32%
Single-person households
21%
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
424 Novavista Drive — 5 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 4 education (nearest 307 m), 1 parks (nearest 133 m).
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%
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Bottom 40% | Bottom 4% | Bottom 37% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 424 Novavista Drive, Winnipeg
Key Characteristics & Buyer Appeal
This 792 sqft bi-level home at 424 Novavista Drive in Dakota Crossing presents a practical and affordable entry point into the Winnipeg market. Its key characteristics include a renovated basement, a detached garage, and a modest 3,504 sqft lot. Built in 1990, it is notably newer than most homes on its street and across the city, suggesting potentially fewer major age-related concerns in the near term.
The primary appeal lies in its value proposition and manageability. With a living area significantly below neighbourhood and city averages, this is a low-maintenance property with correspondingly modest utility costs. It last sold in 2017 for $29,800 and carries a current assessed value of $35,800, positioning it as one of the most accessible priced homes in the area. This suits first-time buyers, investors seeking a rental property, or downsizers looking to minimize space and expenses. A thoughtful perspective is that its smaller footprint on a decent-sized lot offers a balance of indoor coziness and outdoor potential, without the burden of maintaining a large yard typical of the neighbourhood.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is this a small house compared to others in the area?
Yes. At 792 sqft, the living area is below average for Novavista Drive, and significantly smaller than the typical home in both the Dakota Crossing neighbourhood and Winnipeg overall. This is reflected in its pricing.
2. What does the "renovated basement" include?
The listing confirms the basement is renovated but does not specify the scope. This is a key detail to clarify with the listing agent, as it could range from cosmetic updates to a fully developed secondary living space.
3. How does the assessed value relate to the likely selling price?
The municipal assessed value for taxation is $35,800. Market sale price is determined by current buyer demand and can be higher or lower. The home last sold for $29,800 in 2017, so the assessed value gives a baseline but not a guaranteed sale price.
4. Are there any obvious concerns based on the data?
The lot size is below average for Dakota Crossing, which is known for larger lots. For some buyers, this is a positive (less upkeep), but for those wanting extensive outdoor space, it may be a limitation. The home's size is its most defining feature—prospective buyers should be comfortable with a compact layout.
5. What is the significance of the 1990 build year?
A 1990 build is relatively recent for this street and the wider city housing stock. This often means building components like windows, roofing, and major systems may be younger or have been updated more recently than in older homes, though a specific inspection is still essential.
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