18 Bluebell Avenue

Garden City, Winnipeg

Property score

64.1

Fair

Overall 64.1 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

1,042 sqft (bottom 12%) · Built in 1957 (4 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~101k

Transit 74.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 4 schools, 1 shop, and 6 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

20% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

4 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 61%Tagalog · 14%

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

Sold Count

616

Median price

411k

$/sqft

$361/sqft

Avg build year

1961

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Property score

64.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

54.0Fair
Living Area1,042 sqft52Fair
Year Built195743Low
Lot Size6,045 sqft81Excellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42Low

Community Score

79.2Good
Household Income85Excellent
Education Level72Good
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need88Excellent
Employment Health52Fair

Neighbourhood Sales

Garden City

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “garden city” (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: #46110928

Community deep dive

$101K

Median household income

$105K

Average household income

8%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.1

P90 / P10 ratio

17%

Single-person households

34%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)616
Labour force participation rate61%
Median age44.0
Avg household size3.0
Unemployment rate15%
Population density2933 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)8%
Single-person households17%
Couple families with children34%
Median household income (2020)$101K

Housing

Renter households12%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$320K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)42%
Visible minority45%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)36%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 60%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 13%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,042 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 12%Same areaBottom 12%CitywideBottom 32%
Same street · Bluebell Avenue
#30 / 34
Bottom 12% · Avg 1,169 sqft
Same area · Garden City
#1,673 / 1,909
Bottom 12% · Avg 1,307 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#132,072 / 194,458
Bottom 32% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

Elite
393k
0255075100
Same streetTop 3%Same areaTop 14%CitywideTop 40%
Same street · Bluebell Avenue
#1 / 34
Top 3% · Avg 336.5k
Same area · Garden City
#269 / 1,909
Top 14% · Avg 357.4k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#78,073 / 194,458
Top 40% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1957
0255075100
Same streetTop 18%Same areaBottom 17%CitywideBottom 37%

Lot Size

above average
6,045 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 18%Same areaBottom 42%CitywideTop 30%

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

18 Bluebell Avenue — 13 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 202 m), 4 education (nearest 80 m), 1 shopping (nearest 243 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education4
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks6
Worship1

Crime & Safety

Garden City · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

45

2026

vs. city avg

+53%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-94%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

69%

Sales History

Sold 2/2022CA$400k–450k
Sold price

Same street

Top 9%

Same area

Top 13%

City-wide

Top 31%

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Highlights & common questions: 18 Bluebell Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 18 Bluebell Avenue, Garden City, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a well-maintained, one-storey home built in 1957, offering a practical and straightforward living space of 1,042 sqft. Its key appeal lies in its strong foundational value and desirable lot. The home sits on a larger-than-average 6,045 sqft lot for the area, providing excellent outdoor space and potential. While the living area is modest compared to some neighbours, the property’s assessed value is notably high for its immediate street and neighbourhood, suggesting above-average upkeep, desirable features, or a premium location within Garden City. A renovated basement and an attached garage add functional living and storage space.

This home would suit a first-time buyer, a downsizer, or a practical investor looking for a solid, no-fuss property in a established community. Its appeal is less about grandeur and more about value, space, and stability. A thoughtful perspective is that this property represents a "value anchor" on its street—its high assessment relative to peers could indicate it sets a benchmark for the area, potentially influencing future valuations. The generous lot is a significant asset in an older neighbourhood where such space is increasingly rare.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so high compared to nearby homes on Bluebell Avenue?
The property ranks in the top 3% on its street for assessed value. This typically reflects factors like recent renovations (noted in the basement), superior condition, or advantageous lot characteristics that municipal assessment models recognize.

2. How does the living area size impact livability?
At 1,042 sqft, the living area is functional for a smaller household. The renovated basement effectively expands the usable space, making the home feel larger than the main-floor square footage suggests.

3. What does the sold price history indicate?
Public data shows a sale in early 2022 in the $39.5k-$42.5k range, which aligns closely with the current assessed value of $39.30k. This suggests a stable and realistic valuation in the current market.

4. Who might find the larger lot size particularly beneficial?
The 6,045 sqft lot is a standout feature. It’s ideal for gardening, outdoor recreation, or future expansion like a shed or deck. It also offers more privacy and distance from neighbours than is typical for many homes of this era.

5. Are homes from 1957 a concern for maintenance?
While the home is nearly 70 years old, its above-average assessed value and noted renovations suggest proactive upkeep. A pre-purchase inspection would be wise to clarify the condition of major aging components like the roof, plumbing, and wiring.

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