Property score
80.8
Excellent
Overall 80.8 · Compared with neighbourhood average
1,501 sqft (top 38%) · Built in 1976 (5 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: 3 parks, and 1 sports facility nearby
Living Area
Near average
2% larger than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Near average
5 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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80.8 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
163 Mcdowell Drive — 4 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 3 parks (nearest 422 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 | Bottom 29% | Top 33% | Top 22% |
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Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview
163 McDowell Drive is a well-established, one-storey home in Winnipeg's Eric Coy neighbourhood, built in 1976. Its primary appeal lies in its generous, mature lot of over 8,400 sqft—a rarity that offers significant space and potential in a city setting. The home itself features a practical 1,501 sqft layout with a finished basement, catering to a need for functional living space rather than luxury. The data suggests a property that has been a solid, long-term holding; it last sold in 2016 and now holds an assessed value that ranks it in the top 17% city-wide, indicating strong underlying value growth.
This home is ideally suited for a practical buyer who prioritizes land size and future potential over a turn-key, modern finish. It would appeal to a growing family seeking space for children or pets, a handy homeowner comfortable with gradual updates, or an investor recognizing the value of a large lot in a stable community. Its city-wide rankings for lot size (top 10%) and assessed value (top 17%) are its standout features, pointing to a property that offers more long-term equity potential than its vintage might initially suggest.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the true value of such a large lot?
Beyond simple outdoor space, a lot of this size (over 8,400 sqft) is a strategic asset. It provides privacy, room for additions like a garage or workshop, gardening potential, and is a key driver of the property's value ranking in the top 10% across Winnipeg.
2. Is the 1976 build date a concern?
While the home is 50 years old, its rankings show it is newer than 65% of homes in its own community. The focus for a buyer should be on the condition of major systems (roof, wiring, plumbing) and the quality of maintenance over the years, rather than the age alone.
3. How does the lack of a garage impact usability and value?
The absence of a garage is a trade-off for the large lot. It presents an opportunity—the space exists to add one—but also an immediate cost. For some buyers, the ample driveway space and lot size adequately compensate, especially if indoor vehicle storage isn't a priority.
4. The home ranks highly city-wide but lower within its own neighbourhood. What does this mean?
This indicates Eric Coy is a community of relatively large, valuable properties. While the home outranks most of Winnipeg, it faces stiffer competition on its own street. This suggests a stable, desirable area where your immediate neighbours' properties also hold strong value.
5. Based on the 2016 purchase price and current assessment, has the value increased?
The assessed value of $507,000 is approximately 11% higher than the 2016 sale price of $455,000. This indicates steady appreciation over that period, consistent with the property's strong value rankings.
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