Property score
70.2
Good
Overall 70.2 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes
1,130 sqft (bottom 25%) · Built in 1986 (11 yrs older than avg)
Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~106k
Transit 82.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 dining spots, 2 healthcare facilitys, 2 shops, and 6 parks nearby
Living Area
Below average
24% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Below average
11 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 73%French · 8%
Past 10 years Dakota Crossing sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
973
465k
$394/sqft
1997
Buying a home is more than a transaction. Our Winnipeg real estate agents provide market insights, pricing analysis, and neighbourhood expertise to help you decide with confidence.
Usually replies in a few minutes
Free · No credit card required
70.2 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: #46110600
$106K
Median household income
$110K
Average household income
3%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
2.7
P90 / P10 ratio
17%
Single-person households
33%
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.
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.
Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
718 Novavista Drive — 14 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 2 dining (nearest 344 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 290 m), 2 shopping (nearest 84 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%
718 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.
Request exact sold prices and history by email
Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview
This two-storey home at 718 Novavista Drive in Winnipeg's Dakota Crossing neighbourhood presents a practical and value-conscious opportunity. Its key appeal lies in offering above-average interior space for its immediate street, within a home that is newer than many across the city. The renovated basement adds functional living area. While the lot is compact compared to the wider neighbourhood and city, this translates to lower maintenance. The detached garage provides useful storage or parking.
It would suit first-time buyers seeking a move-in-ready home with room to grow, or downsizers looking for manageable space without sacrificing a traditional two-storey layout. Investors may also find it attractive as a steady rental property in an established area. A thoughtful perspective is that this home represents a "sweet spot" on its street—offering more modern construction and living space than many direct neighbours, which could be a stability advantage in a micro-market.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the home's size compare to others nearby?
At 1,130 sqft, the living area is notably above the average (968 sqft) for homes on Novavista Drive itself, placing it in the top 20% on the street. However, it is smaller than the typical home in the broader Dakota Crossing area.
What is the property's assessed value?
The assessed value is $35,900. This is around the average for Novavista Drive but below the average for the Dakota Crossing neighbourhood as a whole, which may indicate a value position relative to larger-lot properties nearby.
When was the home built?
The home was built in 1986. This makes it newer than most homes on its street and also newer than the average Winnipeg home, potentially suggesting updates in systems and structure compared to older inventory.
Is the lot size a constraint?
The 3,249 sqft lot is standard for Novavista Drive but is significantly smaller than the average lot in Dakota Crossing and Winnipeg overall. This means less yard maintenance but also less private outdoor space.
What does the ranking data actually tell me?
The rankings compare this home against three groups: its immediate street, the Dakota Crossing neighbourhood, and the entire city. It shows where the property excels or is more modest within each context. For example, it ranks highest for living area on its own street, providing a clear relative strength.
