603-280 Waterfront Drive

Exchange District, Winnipeg

Property score

83.6

Excellent

Overall 83.6 · Larger and newer than most nearby homes

2,061 sqft (top 3%) · Built in 2007 (82 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~75k

Transit 94.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 32 dining spots, 3 schools, 3 healthcare facilitys, and 1 shop nearby

Living Area

Above average

83% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

82 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 81%French · 3%

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

Sold Count

317

Median price

240k

$/sqft

$287/sqft

Avg build year

1925

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Property score

83.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

88.1Excellent
Living Area94
2,061 sqftExcellent
Year Built90
2007Excellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity0
Low

Community Score

76.8Good
Household Income75
Good
Education Level91
Excellent
Housing Stress52
Fair
Core Housing Need76
Good
Employment Health83
Excellent

Neighbourhood Sales

Exchange District

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “exchange district” (Condos, 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: #46110669

Community deep dive

$75K

Median household income

$126K

Average household income

17%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.4

Income inequality (Gini)

6.2

P90 / P10 ratio

54%

Single-person households

7%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)1,350
Labour force participation rate71%
Median age36.4
Avg household size1.7
Unemployment rate6%
Population density1421 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)17%
Single-person households54%
Couple families with children7%
Median household income (2020)$75K

Housing

Renter households52%
Condominium dwellings61%
Median dwelling value (owners)$300K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)12%
Visible minority17%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)53%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 80%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 3%

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

Rankings

Living Area

Elite
2,061 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 4%Same areaTop 3%CitywideTop 1%
Same street · Waterfront Drive
#11 / 276
Top 4% · Avg 1,092 sqft
Same area · Exchange District
#14 / 439
Top 3% · Avg 1,125 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#214 / 26,841
Top 1% · Avg 1,042 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

Elite
860k
0255075100
Same streetTop 5%Same areaTop 3%CitywideTop 1%
Same street · Waterfront Drive
#14 / 276
Top 5% · Avg 351.8k
Same area · Exchange District
#14 / 439
Top 3% · Avg 334.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#74 / 26,841
Top 1% · Avg 256.1k

Year Built

Elite
2007
0255075100
Same streetBottom 38%Same areaTop 1%CitywideTop 34%

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.

Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

603-280 Waterfront Drive — 47 amenities found within 500 m, across 8 categories, including 32 dining (nearest 14 m), 3 education (nearest 172 m), 3 healthcare (nearest 105 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining32
🏫Education3
🏥Healthcare3
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks3
💪Sports3
🏦Finance1
Worship1

Crime & Safety

Exchange District · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

48

2026

vs. city avg

+63%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-95%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

77%

Sales History

Sold 9/2016CA$1.2M–1.25M
Sold price

Same street

Top 1%

Same area

Top 1%

City-wide

Top 1%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 603-280 Waterfront Drive, Winnipeg

Property Overview & Key Characteristics

This condominium at 603-280 Waterfront Drive is a standout, high-value property in Winnipeg’s historic Exchange District. Its primary appeal lies in its exceptional scale and premium valuation. With over 2,000 square feet of living space, it ranks in the top 4% of homes on Waterfront Drive and the top 1% city-wide for size, offering a rare amount of interior space for a condo. This is complemented by a high assessed value of $860,000, placing it in the top 5% locally and the top 1% across Winnipeg.

The unit is situated in a building from 2007, which is modern by Exchange District standards—a neighbourhood known for its heritage character. This offers a balance of contemporary comforts within a historic setting. The property last sold in 2016 for $1.2M, indicating a history of high-market transactions.

It would best suit buyers who prioritize spacious, urban living without compromise, such as empty-nesters seeking a luxurious downtown footprint or professionals desiring a true "home in the sky" with room for a dedicated office and entertainment space. Its elite metrics suggest it’s for those viewing real estate as a long-term investment in a premier location, not just a simple purchase.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does the "Elite" ranking mean for living area?
It means this condo's square footage is larger than approximately 96-99% of all comparable homes in Winnipeg, making it exceptionally spacious for a downtown property.

2. The building was built in 2007. Is that considered old for a condo?
Not in this context. While it's around average for its immediate street, it's actually a very modern building compared to the broader Exchange District, where the average comparable home was built in 1925. This means you get newer construction systems and amenities while being in a historic neighbourhood.

3. Why is there such a large difference between the assessed value ($860k) and the last sale price ($1.2M in 2016)?
Assessed value is for municipal tax purposes and often lags behind the market. The 2016 sale price reflects what a buyer was willing to pay at that time, and it highlights the property's established position in the premium market segment.

4. What are the condo fees, and what do they include?
This information is not provided in the current data. A review of the condo corporation's financial statements, reserve fund study, and bylaws is essential to understand monthly fees, included amenities (like heat, water, building insurance), and the long-term health of the building.

5. The nearby properties listed are all in the same complexes. What does this indicate?
It shows this address is part of a concentrated, modern residential development along the waterfront. This can foster a consistent neighbourhood feel but also means value and livability are closely tied to the management and upkeep of these specific buildings.