Property score
85.5
Excellent
Overall 85.5 · Larger and newer than most nearby homes
1,876 sqft (top 19%) · Built in 1981 (10 yrs newer than avg)
Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~127k
Transit 30.0 · 9-min walk to transit with 1 nearby route · Within 500m: 2 parks nearby
Living Area
Above average
27% larger than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Above average
10 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 87%Chinese · 2%
Past 10 years Eric Coy sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
243
457.5k
$369/sqft
1971
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85.5 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
Eric Coy
How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “eric coy” (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: #46111065
$127K
Median household income
$124K
Average household income
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
2.6
P90 / P10 ratio
19%
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.
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Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
157 Mcdowell Drive — 2 amenities found within 500 m, across 1 categories, including 2 parks (nearest 415 m).
Eric Coy · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
2
2026
vs. city avg
-93%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -94%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Other
50%
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Top 38% | Top 23% | Top 16% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 157 McDowell Drive
This two-storey family home in Winnipeg's Eric Coy neighborhood presents a compelling opportunity for buyers seeking space and potential. Built in 1981, it sits on a large, approximately 10,361 sqft lot and features 1,876 sqft of living space, an unfinished basement, an attached garage, and a swimming pool.
Key Characteristics & Appeal
The primary appeal of this property lies in its generous scale and established setting. The lot size is a significant asset, ranking in the top 14% on its street and top 6% city-wide, offering ample room for gardening, play, or future expansion. The living space is also well above average for the area. The presence of a pool provides a ready-made recreational feature for summer months. As an older home with an unfinished basement, it offers a clear canvas for customization and modernization to suit a new owner's tastes. The 2021 sale price suggests a market history that may interest value-conscious buyers.
This home would suit a practical, hands-on buyer—perhaps a growing family or a couple—who values private outdoor space over a brand-new build. It’s ideal for someone comfortable with taking on projects, whether immediately or over time, to update the interior and finish the basement to add significant value. The strong rankings for lot and living space indicate a property with solid fundamentals in a mature neighborhood.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the true condition of the home given its age?
The listing notes an unfinished basement, which is common for homes of this era. This suggests major systems may be original and that a thorough inspection is crucial to understand the condition of the roof, windows, HVAC, and plumbing, and to budget for any necessary updates.
2. Are there any concerns with the swimming pool?
A private pool is a luxury but requires consideration. Buyers should inquire about its age, liner condition, equipment functionality, and associated operating and insurance costs to understand the ongoing commitment.
3. Why is the current assessed value significantly lower than the 2021 sale price?
The assessed value is for municipal tax purposes and often lags behind market trends. The 2021 sale price is a more current market data point, but the discrepancy highlights the importance of a new, professional appraisal to determine the home's present market value.
4. What are the pros and cons of the unfinished basement?
It's both a project and an opportunity. While it requires investment to finish, it allows a new owner to create exactly the space they need—a rental suite, home theater, or extra bedrooms—without having to undo someone else's work, potentially adding substantial value.
5. The home ranks highly for size but lower for assessed value on its street. What does this mean?
This pattern often indicates a property with excellent "bones" (a large lot and good square footage) that may not have been fully updated to match the potential of its location. For a buyer, this can represent a chance to add value through renovations, rather than paying a premium for already-completed work.
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