62.1
Fair
Property score
62.1
Fair
Overall 62.1
Smaller than most nearby homes
995 sqft (bottom 13%)
Built in 1991 (6 yrs older than avg)
Located in a high-income area
with median household income of ~93k
Transit 74.0
4-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes
Within 500m: 3 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
33% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Below average
6 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 64%French · 5%
Past 10 years Dakota Crossing sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
973
465k
$394/sqft
1997
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62.1 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: #46110483
$93K
Median household income
$96K
Average household income
6%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
2.8
P90 / P10 ratio
21%
Single-person households
28%
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
438 Novavista Drive — 4 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 3 education (nearest 235 m), 1 parks (nearest 92 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 | Top 11% | Bottom 33% | Top 36% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview & Key Characteristics
This 995 sqft one-storey home at 438 Novavista Drive in Dakota Crossing presents a practical and updated living space. Its key appeal lies in its recent basement renovation and its position as one of the newest homes on its street, built in 1991. With a detached garage and a manageable 3,466 sqft lot, it offers low-maintenance living. The home’s assessed value is notably strong compared to its immediate neighbours, suggesting it is a well-maintained property in its micro-area.
It would suit first-time buyers or downsizers looking for a move-in-ready, single-level home without the upkeep of a larger property. The appeal is grounded in value and convenience rather than size, as the living space is below the neighbourhood and city averages. A thoughtful perspective is that this property represents an opportunity to own a modernized, younger home on a street of older houses, potentially offering better mechanical systems and less immediate need for major updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does the home’s size compare to the area?
While the 995 sqft living area is below the average for both the Dakota Crossing neighbourhood and Winnipeg overall, it is very close to the average for other homes directly on Novavista Drive. This indicates a cozy but consistent scale for its specific street.
2. What does the assessed value tell us?
The assessed value of $37,200 is well above the average for Novavista Drive, ranking in the top 17%. This suggests the property is in good condition relative to its closest comparables, though it is assessed below the broader neighbourhood average.
3. Is the lot size a constraint?
The lot is smaller than typical for both the neighbourhood and the city. This translates to less yard maintenance, which is a benefit for some, but may be a limitation for those wanting extensive outdoor space or future expansions like a large deck or addition.
4. What is the significance of the 1991 build year?
Built in 1991, this is a newer home compared to others on its street (ranking in the top 1%), which often means more modern construction standards, wiring, and plumbing. City-wide, it is also above average in age, being newer than 78% of Winnipeg homes.
5. What was the recent sale history?
The home sold in August 2023 for $38,900. This sale price was higher than the current assessed value and ranked well above the average sale price for the street at that time, indicating a strong market perception of the property’s worth.
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