157 Overwater Cove

Elmhurst, Winnipeg

Property score

87.8

Excellent

Overall 87.8 · Larger and newer than most nearby homes

2,212 sqft (top 8%) · Built in 1987 (7 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~127k

Transit 50.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 1 nearby route · Within 500m: 2 parks, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Above average

45% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

7 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 87%French · 2%

Past 10 years Elmhurst sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

438

Median price

477k

$/sqft

$391/sqft

Avg build year

1980

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Property score

87.8 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

88.2Excellent
Living Area2,212 sqft96Excellent
Year Built198778Good
Lot Size7,448 sqft88Excellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity37Low

Community Score

87.2Excellent
Household Income91Excellent
Education Level82Excellent
Housing Stress93Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health60Fair

Neighbourhood Sales

Elmhurst

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “elmhurst” (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: #46110356

Community deep dive

$127K

Median household income

$164K

Average household income

4%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.4

P90 / P10 ratio

11%

Single-person households

41%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)463
Labour force participation rate62%
Median age45.2
Avg household size2.7
Unemployment rate10%
Population density1543 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)4%
Single-person households11%
Couple families with children41%
Median household income (2020)$127K

Housing

Renter households0%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$448K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)18%
Visible minority5%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)42%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 86%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 2%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
2,212 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 24%Same areaTop 8%CitywideTop 6%
Same street · Overwater Cove
#8 / 34
Top 24% · Avg 2,027 sqft
Same area · Elmhurst
#113 / 1,480
Top 8% · Avg 1,523 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#12,363 / 194,458
Top 6% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
574k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 47%Same areaTop 10%CitywideTop 10%
Same street · Overwater Cove
#18 / 34
Bottom 47% · Avg 583.8k
Same area · Elmhurst
#150 / 1,480
Top 10% · Avg 460.2k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#19,529 / 194,458
Top 10% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1987
0255075100
Same streetBottom 35%Same areaTop 13%CitywideTop 25%

Lot Size

above average
7,448 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 32%Same areaTop 33%CitywideTop 14%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

157 Overwater Cove — 3 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 2 parks (nearest 87 m).

Search radius
🌳Parks2
Worship1

Crime & Safety

Elmhurst · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

5

2026

vs. city avg

-83%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-92%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

80%

Sales History

Sold 12/2019CA$600k–650k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 1%

Same area

Top 12%

City-wide

Top 7%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 157 Overwater Cove, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 157 Overwater Cove, Elmhurst

This well-established two-storey home in Elmhurst presents a compelling opportunity for buyers seeking space, a mature setting, and solid value. Built in 1987, it sits on a generous 7,448 sqft lot and offers 2,212 sqft of living space, including a finished basement. The home features an attached garage and no pool. Its recent assessed value is $574,000, with a last recorded sale at $600,000 in December 2019.

Key Characteristics & Appeal

The primary appeal of this property lies in its above-average space and established neighbourhood feel. With a living area ranking in the top 7% of its community and the top 6% city-wide, it offers significant interior room for a growing family or those who value ample living areas. The large lot provides private outdoor space and potential for gardening or expansion. Its strength is not in being the newest on the block, but in offering proven, substantial square footage in a desirable area. The finished basement adds valuable flexible space for recreation, a home office, or guests.

This home would best suit practical buyers who prioritize space and land over a modern, turn-key renovation. It’s an ideal candidate for a family looking to put down roots in a mature neighbourhood, or for value-conscious purchasers comfortable with a home of this vintage that may benefit from personalized updates over time. The strong rankings in community and city-wide value metrics suggest it represents a sound investment in a competitive segment of the Winnipeg market.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What do the ranking percentages actually mean?
They show how this property compares to others in its immediate street, broader Elmhurst community, and all of Winnipeg. For example, ranking in the top 14% city-wide for lot size means 86% of Winnipeg homes have a smaller lot area.

2. The home was last sold in 2019 for $600k, but the current assessment is $574k. Why the difference?
Municipal assessments for tax purposes often lag behind market sale prices and are calculated using a specific methodology. The 2019 sale price is a historical market data point, while the assessment is an estimate of value for taxation as of a given date. The two figures serve different purposes.

3. Is a 1987-built home considered old?
In Winnipeg's context, a 39-year-old home is in the mature category. It places this home newer than 79% of properties in Elmhurst, indicating the neighbourhood itself has many older homes. Buyers should budget for maintenance and updates consistent with this age, such as roof, windows, or mechanical systems.

4. What are the pros and cons of a house with no pool?
The clear advantage is lower maintenance, insurance costs, and safety concerns, especially for families with young children. The trade-off is the lack of a ready-made recreational feature. The large lot, however, leaves the option open for future installation if desired.

5. How significant is the finished basement?
A finished basement effectively adds usable living space to the 2,212 sqft footprint, which is already substantial. This increases the home's functional utility for daily living without increasing its property tax assessment, which is based on the above-grade square footage and other factors.

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