444 Novavista Drive

Dakota Crossing, Winnipeg

61.7

Fair

Overall 61.7

Smaller than most nearby homes

900 sqft (bottom 8%)

Built in 1990 (7 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area

with median household income of ~93k

Transit 74.0

3-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes

Within 500m: 3 schools, and 1 park nearby

Living Area

Below average

39% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

7 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 64%French · 5%

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

61.7 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

50.4Fair
Living Area900 sqft42Low
Year Built199078Good
Lot Size3,249 sqft38Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity78Good

Community Score

78.7Good
Household Income82Excellent
Education Level63Fair
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health68Good

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: #46110483

Community deep dive

$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

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)483
Labour force participation rate58%
Median age43.6
Avg household size2.6
Unemployment rate0%
Population density3018 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)6%
Single-person households21%
Couple families with children28%
Median household income (2020)$93K

Housing

Renter households13%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$348K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)32%
Visible minority41%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)34%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 63%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 5%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
900 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 37%Same areaBottom 8%CitywideBottom 17%
Same street · Novavista Drive
#139 / 220
Bottom 37% · Avg 968 sqft
Same area · Dakota Crossing
#2,842 / 3,075
Bottom 8% · Avg 1,483 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#162,141 / 194,458
Bottom 17% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
350k
0255075100
Same streetTop 41%Same areaBottom 2%CitywideBottom 46%
Same street · Novavista Drive
#90 / 220
Top 41% · Avg 333.1k
Same area · Dakota Crossing
#3,007 / 3,075
Bottom 2% · Avg 485.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#104,540 / 194,458
Bottom 46% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

Elite
1990
0255075100
Same streetTop 5%Same areaBottom 35%CitywideTop 22%

Lot Size

around average
3,249 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 38%Same areaBottom 2%CitywideBottom 15%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

444 Novavista Drive — 4 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 3 education (nearest 209 m), 1 parks (nearest 91 m).

Search radius
🏫Education3
🌳Parks1

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%

Sales History

444 Novavista Drive: We are not showing a transaction history based solely on public data; that does not mean no sale ever occurred. You can still request details by email in the “Data notes” section below—we will look it up manually and reply with the most accurate information available.

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Highlights & common questions: 444 Novavista Drive, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 444 Novavista Drive, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This 900 sqft, one-storey home at 444 Novavista Drive presents a practical and updated living space in Winnipeg's Dakota Crossing neighbourhood. Its key feature is a renovated basement, adding valuable finished space to the footprint. Built in 1990, it is notably newer than many homes on its own street and across the city, suggesting potentially fewer major age-related maintenance concerns in the near term.

The appeal here is one of efficiency and modern convenience within a established area. The home sits on a manageable 3,249 sqft lot, which means less yard upkeep. With an assessed value of $350,000, it positions itself as a competitively priced entry point into the market. This property would suit first-time buyers seeking a move-in-ready home with modernized basics, or downsizers looking for a single-level layout with low-maintenance outdoor space. It’s a home that offers comfort and simplicity over grandeur, with its renovated basement providing crucial flexibility for a family room, home office, or guest space.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the property's size compare to the area?
At 900 sqft of living area, this home is slightly below the average size for both the Dakota Crossing neighbourhood and Winnipeg overall. However, it is very close to the average for other homes directly on Novavista Drive. The renovated basement effectively expands the usable space beyond the main floor square footage.

2. What does the "Elite" ranking for Year Built mean?
This indicates the 1990 build date is among the newest 5% of homes on Novavista Drive. For the immediate area, it's a relatively recent construction, which can be appealing for buyers wary of the systems and upkeep often needed in much older houses.

3. Is the lot size a limitation?
The lot is under 3,250 sqft, which is smaller than the typical lot in both Dakota Crossing and Winnipeg. This is a trade-off: it means less private outdoor space and smaller gardens, but also significantly reduces yard maintenance responsibilities—a potential plus for busy professionals or those looking to downsize.

4. There's no garage. What are the parking options?
The listing specifies no garage. Buyers should inquire about the driveway situation (if any) and review municipal street parking regulations to understand daily parking logistics.

5. How is the value positioned in the current market?
With a $350,000 assessed value, this home sits around the city-wide average for assessed value. On its own street and in its immediate peer group, it's positioned solidly in the middle range, neither among the most nor least expensive properties. This suggests it is priced in line with its core local market.

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