189 Forest Park Drive

Garden City, Winnipeg

Property score

69.2

Good

Overall 69.2 · Compared with neighbourhood average

1,163 sqft (bottom 44%) · Built in 1961

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~111k

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

Living Area

Near average

11% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

0 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 60%Tagalog · 15%

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

69.2 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

59.4Fair
Living Area1,163 sqft60Fair
Year Built196146Low
Lot Size6,104 sqft81Excellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42Low

Community Score

83.9Excellent
Household Income89Excellent
Education Level63Fair
Housing Stress100Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health68Good

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: #46110033

Community deep dive

$111K

Median household income

$106K

Average household income

4%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.7

P90 / P10 ratio

16%

Single-person households

39%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)659
Labour force participation rate65%
Median age40.4
Avg household size3.0
Unemployment rate9%
Population density3468 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)4%
Single-person households16%
Couple families with children39%
Median household income (2020)$111K

Housing

Renter households0%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$324K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)35%
Visible minority36%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)30%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 60%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 14%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,163 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 10%Same areaBottom 44%CitywideBottom 46%
Same street · Forest Park Drive
#61 / 68
Bottom 10% · Avg 1,834 sqft
Same area · Garden City
#1,060 / 1,909
Bottom 44% · Avg 1,307 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#104,369 / 194,458
Bottom 46% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
359k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 22%Same areaTop 37%CitywideBottom 49%
Same street · Forest Park Drive
#53 / 68
Bottom 22% · Avg 404k
Same area · Garden City
#702 / 1,909
Top 37% · Avg 357.4k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#98,457 / 194,458
Bottom 49% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1961
0255075100
Same streetBottom 31%Same areaTop 31%CitywideBottom 43%

Lot Size

above average
6,104 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 32%Same areaTop 39%CitywideTop 29%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

189 Forest Park Drive — 18 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 452 m), 4 education (nearest 278 m), 1 shopping (nearest 433 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education4
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks3
💪Sports8
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 7/2024CA$350k–400k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 41%

Same area

Top 31%

City-wide

Top 43%
Sold 12/2017CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 5%

Same area

Bottom 19%

City-wide

Bottom 31%

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Highlights & common questions: 189 Forest Park Drive, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 189 Forest Park Drive, Garden City, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This one-storey bungalow on a 6,104 sqft lot in Garden City presents a practical and affordable entry into the Winnipeg housing market. Its key characteristics include a renovated basement, an attached garage, and a manageable 1,163 sqft of living space. Built in 1961, the home is of a typical vintage for the area.

The primary appeal lies in its value proposition and low-maintenance layout. The home sits on a lot that is above average in size citywide, offering good outdoor space for its footprint. With a recently renovated basement, it provides move-in-ready potential without immediate major projects. Its assessed value is positioned around the city average, suggesting a relatively accessible price point.

This property would best suit first-time buyers, downsizers looking for a single-level living, or investors seeking a straightforward rental property. It’s a home for those prioritizing function, lot size, and neighborhood stability over expansive square footage or modern architectural style. A thoughtful perspective is that while the living area is modest compared to immediate neighbors, this can translate to lower utility costs and less upkeep, aligning with a simpler, more efficient lifestyle.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the size of this home compare to others?
At 1,163 sqft, the living area is below average for Forest Park Drive itself but is around the average for both the wider Garden City area and the city of Winnipeg as a whole.

2. What is the significance of the lot size?
The 6,104 sqft lot is a standout feature. It is larger than the average lot across Winnipeg, offering more private outdoor space than many comparable properties citywide.

3. Has the property value been stable?
Based on available sold price data, the property has appreciated between its late-2017 and mid-2024 sales, indicating positive value trends in its market segment.

4. What does the "renovated basement" include?
The listing confirms the basement is renovated but does not specify the scope. Buyers should inquire about the finishes, permits, and the nature of the space (e.g., recreational room, additional bedroom).

5. Is this a good street in Garden City?
The metrics show the home’s assessed value is below average for Forest Park Drive, meaning it is one of the more affordable homes on a street where properties generally have higher values. This can represent an opportunity to enter a well-regarded micro-location within the neighborhood.

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