Property score
81.2
Excellent
Overall 81.2 · Larger and newer than most nearby homes
1,656 sqft (top 29%) · Built in 1978 (7 yrs newer than avg)
Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~127k
Transit 40.0 · 6-min walk to transit with 1 nearby route · Within 500m: 1 park, and 1 place of worship nearby
Living Area
Above average
13% larger than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Above average
7 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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81.2 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
98 Mcdowell Drive — 2 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 1 parks (nearest 325 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%
98 Mcdowell 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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Property Overview: 98 McDowell Drive, Winnipeg
Key Characteristics & Appeal
This 1978 four-level split home in the Eric Coy neighbourhood offers a practical and spacious layout on a large 6,139 sqft lot. Its key features include 1,656 sqft of living space and a finished basement, providing ample room for a growing family or those who value distinct living zones. The home’s standout appeal lies in its strong value proposition within the broader Winnipeg market, ranking in the top 21% for living space and the top 13% for its municipal assessment value. This suggests a property that offers more square footage and perceived value than many others in the city.
Its appeal is grounded in space, value, and established community character. It would suit buyers looking for a functional family home with room to grow, those who appreciate a larger lot, and value-conscious purchasers seeking a property with solid fundamentals in a mature neighbourhood. A thoughtful perspective is that while its rankings within its immediate street and community are more modest, its strong city-wide rankings indicate it may be a standout property for the area, offering more house and land for the dollar compared to wider Winnipeg averages.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is a four-level split layout?
This home design features four short sets of stairs separating living areas, often splitting bedrooms, main living spaces, a family room, and the basement into distinct levels. It offers good separation of space but involves more stairs than a bungalow or two-storey.
2. How does the finished basement add value?
It immediately increases the usable living area, ideal for a recreation room, home office, or guest space. It’s a functional advantage over homes with unfinished basements.
3. The home was built in 1978. What should I consider?
While the structure is solid, key systems like the roof, windows, furnace, and plumbing may be at or nearing their typical lifespans. A thorough inspection is essential to understand the condition and any upcoming maintenance.
4. The lot is large. What are the pros and cons?
The 6,139 sqft lot provides excellent outdoor space for gardening, play, or expansion. The consideration is the corresponding maintenance, such as lawn care and landscaping, which requires more time or expense.
5. What do the neighbourhood rankings indicate?
The rankings show this home’s metrics (like size and value) compared to nearby properties. While it ranks highly city-wide, its mid-tier ranking on its own street suggests a uniformly good area where this home is a competitive, typical option rather than an outlier.
