2 Chenier Bay

Island Lakes, Winnipeg

Property score

81.6

Excellent

Overall 81.6 · Older than most nearby homes

1,567 sqft (bottom 42%) · Built in 1986 (9 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~148k

Transit 70.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 1 nearby route · Within 500m: 1 school, and 3 parks nearby

Living Area

Near average

4% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

9 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 70%French · 6%

Past 10 years Island Lakes sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

654

Median price

580k

$/sqft

$348/sqft

Avg build year

1995

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Property score

81.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

75.7Good
Living Area1,567 sqft79Good
Year Built198678Good
Lot Size5,718 sqft74Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity32Low

Community Score

90.5Excellent
Household Income93Excellent
Education Level82Excellent
Housing Stress93Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health83Excellent

Neighbourhood Sales

Island Lakes

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “island lakes” (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: #46111205

Community deep dive

$148K

Median household income

$155K

Average household income

3%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.9

P90 / P10 ratio

10%

Single-person households

50%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)1,773
Labour force participation rate72%
Median age43.6
Avg household size3.1
Unemployment rate5%
Population density2906 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)3%
Single-person households10%
Couple families with children50%
Median household income (2020)$148K

Housing

Renter households1%
Condominium dwellings8%
Median dwelling value (owners)$448K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)19%
Visible minority24%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)46%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 70%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 5%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,567 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 35%Same areaBottom 42%CitywideTop 27%
Same street · Chenier Bay
#13 / 20
Bottom 35% · Avg 1,647 sqft
Same area · Island Lakes
#1,232 / 2,119
Bottom 42% · Avg 1,635 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#52,523 / 194,458
Top 27% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
404k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 1%Same areaBottom 8%CitywideTop 37%
Same street · Chenier Bay
#20 / 20
Bottom 1% · Avg 478.3k
Same area · Island Lakes
#1,953 / 2,119
Bottom 8% · Avg 494.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#72,622 / 194,458
Top 37% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1986
0255075100
Same streetBottom 25%Same areaBottom 17%CitywideTop 27%

Lot Size

around average
5,718 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 10%Same areaTop 49%CitywideTop 38%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

2 Chenier Bay — 4 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 1 education (nearest 454 m), 3 parks (nearest 105 m).

Search radius
🏫Education1
🌳Parks3

Crime & Safety

Island Lakes · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

3

2026

vs. city avg

-90%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-97%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Violent

67%

Sales History

Sold 8/2019CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 1%

Same area

Bottom 4%

City-wide

Bottom 48%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 2 Chenier Bay, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This 4-level split home at 2 Chenier Bay in Winnipeg's Island Lakes neighbourhood presents a practical opportunity. Built in 1986, it offers 1,567 sqft of living space on a 5,718 sqft lot with an attached garage. The home's assessed value is notably lower than most in its immediate area, which is a defining characteristic. The basement exists but is noted as not being renovated.

Key Characteristics & Appeal

The primary appeal of this property lies in its position as a value-oriented entry point into the well-established Island Lakes community. While its living space is fairly average for the area, its assessed value ranks at the very bottom on its own street and below average in the neighbourhood. This significant gap suggests potential for equity growth through updates, making it a candidate for a "live-in and improve" strategy. The lot size, while smaller than some on the street, is still generous by city-wide standards.

It would suit a first-time buyer or an investor looking for a foothold in a mature suburb without the premium price tag of a turn-key home. It's also a match for a buyer comfortable with a project, as the unrenovated basement and overall value metrics indicate the home may require modernizing. A less obvious perspective is that its lower assessment could translate to relatively lower property taxes compared to neighbouring homes with similar square footage, providing ongoing savings.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than neighbouring homes?
While the exact reason isn't specified, a below-average assessment for the street and neighbourhood often correlates with a home that has seen fewer updates or renovations compared to its peers. The note that the basement is "not renovated" supports this possibility.

2. Is the sold price history provided the exact price?
No, the listed sold price from 2019 is a range based on public data. You can request the exact sold price by email, which the service provides manually without using your email for unsolicited marketing.

3. What does the ranking data (e.g., "Top 65%") actually mean?
These rankings compare this home to specific groups. For example, "Top 65%" for living area on its street means its square footage is greater than 65% of comparable homes on Chenier Bay. It's a relative performance metric, with a higher percentage generally being better.

4. What are the implications of a 4-level split design?
4-level splits typically offer good separation of living and sleeping areas across multiple half-levels. This can provide privacy but may involve more stairs than a bungalow or 2-storey layout. It's a common and functional style for homes of this era.

5. How does this home compare to the city-wide Winnipeg average?
Interestingly, while it sits below average in its immediate area for value and lot size, it ranks above the city-wide average for living space and year built. This highlights Island Lakes as a neighbourhood of generally larger, newer homes, where this property is a more affordable option within that context.

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