72 Viola Street

Garden City, Winnipeg

Property score

68.2

Good

Overall 68.2 · Compared with neighbourhood average

1,227 sqft (top 43%) · Built in 1960 (1 yr older than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~97k

Transit 92.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 5 nearby routes · Within 500m: 21 dining spots, 1 school, 6 shops, and 2 parks nearby

Living Area

Near average

6% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

1 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 52%Tagalog · 20%

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

68.2 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

61.4Fair
Living Area1,227 sqft66Good
Year Built196043Low
Lot Size5,666 sqft74Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42Low

Community Score

78.4Good
Household Income83Excellent
Education Level63Fair
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health60Fair

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: #46110036

Community deep dive

$97K

Median household income

$120K

Average household income

5%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.7

P90 / P10 ratio

21%

Single-person households

35%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)475
Labour force participation rate62%
Median age41.2
Avg household size3.0
Unemployment rate7%
Population density1079 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)5%
Single-person households21%
Couple families with children35%
Median household income (2020)$97K

Housing

Renter households10%
Condominium dwellings7%
Median dwelling value (owners)$300K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)32%
Visible minority45%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)34%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 52%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 19%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,227 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 44%Same areaTop 43%CitywideTop 48%
Same street · Viola Street
#11 / 25
Top 44% · Avg 1,295 sqft
Same area · Garden City
#823 / 1,909
Top 43% · Avg 1,307 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#92,661 / 194,458
Top 48% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
371k
0255075100
Same streetTop 28%Same areaTop 26%CitywideTop 47%
Same street · Viola Street
#7 / 25
Top 28% · Avg 359.4k
Same area · Garden City
#488 / 1,909
Top 26% · Avg 357.4k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#90,675 / 194,458
Top 47% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1960
0255075100
Same streetTop 12%Same areaTop 45%CitywideBottom 42%

Lot Size

around average
5,666 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 16%Same areaBottom 24%CitywideTop 39%

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

72 Viola Street — 35 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 21 dining (nearest 204 m), 1 education (nearest 346 m), 6 shopping (nearest 299 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining21
🏫Education1
🛒Shopping6
🌳Parks2
💪Sports2
🏦Finance2
Fuel Stations1

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 9/2020CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 43%

Same area

Bottom 42%

City-wide

Bottom 43%

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Highlights & common questions: 72 Viola Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 72 Viola Street, Garden City, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This 1960-built, three-level split home on Viola Street offers a practical layout with 1,227 sqft of living space and a renovated basement. Its key appeal lies in its strong position within its immediate neighborhood. While the home's size is average for Garden City, its assessed value ranks notably above average for both the street and the wider area, suggesting it is viewed favorably relative to its local peers. The lot is somewhat smaller than others on Viola Street, but this can translate to less maintenance. A detached garage provides flexible storage or workshop space.

The home would suit first-time buyers or downsizers looking for a move-in-ready property with updated basics in a stable, established neighborhood. Its above-average assessment for the area indicates a solid foundation of value, appealing to those seeking a sensible investment in a mature community. A thoughtful perspective is that a smaller, well-situated lot in a desirable pocket can be an advantage, focusing the property's value on the home itself and its location rather than extensive yard upkeep.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does this home’s value compare to others nearby?
The home’s assessed value is above average for both Viola Street and the broader Garden City area, ranking in the top 30% locally. This suggests it is considered a higher-value property within its immediate comparison group.

2. Is the living space larger or smaller than typical?
At 1,227 sqft, the living area is very close to the average for similar homes in Garden City, offering a standard amount of space for the neighborhood.

3. What should I know about the lot size?
The lot is 5,666 sqft, which is below the average for other homes on Viola Street. This means a more manageable yard but potentially less private outdoor space than some neighbors.

4. How old is this property, and what does that mean?
Built in 1960, the home is older than many on its street (ranking in the top 12% by age on Viola Street). This is typical for Garden City and means prospective buyers should ensure renovations, like the basement update, are thorough and that major systems have been maintained.

5. Where can I find the exact historical sale price?
The listed sale price range is based on public data. To obtain the precise sale price from September 2020, you must request it directly via the email service provided on the listing page.

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