68.9
Good
Property score
68.9
Good
Overall 68.9
Smaller than most nearby homes
1,100 sqft (bottom 21%)
Built in 1989 (8 yrs older than avg)
Located in a high-income area
with median household income of ~93k
Transit 70.0
1-min walk to transit with 1 nearby route
Within 500m: 1 school, and 3 parks nearby
Sold for $250,000 over asking
Winnipeg Real Estate Sales Summary & Market Analysis May 11–17, 2026
Living Area
Below average
26% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Below average
8 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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68.9 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
522 Novavista Drive — 4 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 1 education (nearest 75 m), 3 parks (nearest 241 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%
522 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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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 522 Novavista Drive, Winnipeg
Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal
This 1,100 sqft home, built in 1989 on a 3,896 sqft lot, presents a compelling case for value-focused buyers. Its primary appeal lies in its strong standing within its immediate locale. On Novavista Drive itself, the home ranks well above street averages for living area, lot size, assessed value, and year built, suggesting it is one of the more substantial and updated properties on the block. With an assessed value of $385k, it sits above the street average but notably below the broader Dakota Crossing neighborhood average, indicating you may get more house for your dollar here than in other parts of the area.
The property would suit first-time buyers or downsizers seeking a well-sized home in a mature, established setting without a premium neighborhood price tag. It also appeals to the practical buyer who values a larger-than-standard lot on the street for outdoor space or future expansion. A thoughtful perspective is that this home offers a balance: it provides the comfort of being a top-tier property on its specific street while allowing entry into a neighborhood where many homes carry a higher assessed value.
Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does this home’s value compare to the area?
The home’s assessed value of $385k is above the average for Novavista Drive but below the average for the wider Dakota Crossing neighborhood. This position suggests it is a higher-value home on its street while potentially being a more affordable option within the neighborhood.
2. Is the living space typical for the area?
At 1,100 sqft, the living area is above average for Novavista Drive but below the average for Dakota Crossing. This indicates the home is spacious compared to its direct neighbors, though some larger homes exist in the broader area.
3. What does the lot size mean for me?
The 3,896 sqft lot is significantly larger than the average lot on Novavista Drive, offering more private outdoor space than many immediate neighbors. However, it is smaller than the typical lot in both Dakota Crossing and Winnipeg overall.
4. How can I get exact historical sale prices?
The site does not display MLS sold records. You can request a manual lookup for the full transaction history and exact figures by email via the "Request exact figures by email" button on the property page.
5. What are the comparable nearby properties like?
The listed nearby properties on Novavista Drive and in adjacent streets like Kennington Bay show similar vintage (1980s builds) and assessed values ranging from the $330ks to $430ks, providing a consistent market context for this home's price point.
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