5 Richfield Avenue

Meadowood, Winnipeg

Property score

44.5

Below average

Overall 44.5 · Newer than most nearby homes

1,120 sqft (top 32%) · Built in 1978

Located in a below-average income area with median household income of ~36.4k

Transit 80.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, 1 shop, and 4 parks nearby

Living Area

Near average

1% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

0 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 66%French · 9%

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

Sold Count

624

Median price

392.3k

$/sqft

$432/sqft

Avg build year

1978

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Property score

44.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

57.3Fair
Living Area60
1,120 sqftFair
Year Built67
1978Good
Lot Size28
2,939 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity74
Good

Community Score

25.4Low
Household Income30
Low
Education Level22
Low
Housing Stress30
Low
Core Housing Need25
Low
Employment Health5
Low

Neighbourhood Sales

Meadowood

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “meadowood” (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: #46110595

Community deep dive

$36K

Median household income

$45K

Average household income

38%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.2

P90 / P10 ratio

58%

Single-person households

9%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)564
Labour force participation rate32%
Median age63.2
Avg household size1.8
Unemployment rate33%
Population density3525 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)38%
Single-person households58%
Couple families with children9%
Median household income (2020)$36K

Housing

Renter households75%
Condominium dwellings12%
Median dwelling value (owners)$230K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)21%
Visible minority22%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)13%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 65%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 8%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,120 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 33%Same areaTop 32%CitywideBottom 42%
Same street · Richfield Avenue
#10 / 15
Bottom 33% · Avg 1,253 sqft
Same area · Meadowood
#531 / 1,668
Top 32% · Avg 1,114 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#112,617 / 194,458
Bottom 42% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
271k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 20%Same areaBottom 3%CitywideBottom 22%
Same street · Richfield Avenue
#12 / 15
Bottom 20% · Avg 339.5k
Same area · Meadowood
#1,615 / 1,668
Bottom 3% · Avg 375.6k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#151,601 / 194,458
Bottom 22% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1978
0255075100
Same streetTop 20%Same areaTop 26%CitywideTop 35%

Lot Size

around average
2,939 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 40%Same areaBottom 10%CitywideBottom 9%

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

5 Richfield Avenue — 12 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 344 m), 1 education (nearest 443 m), 1 shopping (nearest 301 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks4
💪Sports3
🏦Finance1
Worship1

Crime & Safety

Meadowood · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

24

2026

vs. city avg

-19%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-93%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

58%

Sales History

Sold 9/2024CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Top 50%

Same area

Top 48%

City-wide

Bottom 48%
Sold 11/2016CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 25%

Same area

Bottom 8%

City-wide

Bottom 23%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 5 Richfield Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 5 Richfield Avenue, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This 1,120 sqft bungalow, built in 1978, presents a practical opportunity in Winnipeg's Meadowood neighborhood. Its core appeal lies in being a competitively priced, manageable-sized home in an established area. The living space is squarely average for the city and neighborhood, offering a comfortable footprint for a smaller household or first-time buyer.

A thoughtful perspective is its position relative to local norms. While the lot size is notably smaller than most in Meadowood and city-wide, this can translate to lower maintenance—a potential benefit for those seeking a yard without extensive upkeep. Furthermore, the home's assessed value is consistently below average across all comparison levels (street, neighborhood, and city), which can indicate a more accessible entry point into the market. The home has changed hands twice in recent years (2016 and 2024), suggesting it fits a specific, steady demand.

This property would best suit budget-conscious buyers, such as first-time homeowners or downsizers, who prioritize location in a mature community over a large lot. It’s a home for those who see value in a simpler, more manageable property rather than one that leads the market in size or assessed value.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the smaller lot size a significant drawback?
While the lot is smaller than many in the area, it reduces landscaping and maintenance responsibilities. For buyers who value a low-maintenance outdoor space, this can be a practical advantage.

2. Why is the assessed value consistently below average?
The below-average assessment likely reflects a combination of the home's smaller lot size, its age, and its modest living area compared to peers. This typically results in lower property taxes, which is a tangible financial benefit for the owner.

3. What does the sale history indicate?
The home sold in 2016 and again in 2024, showing it maintains marketability. The sale price range increased between those periods, consistent with broader market trends, indicating stable, not speculative, value.

4. How does the home's age affect its value?
Built in 1978, it is newer than many homes on its street and in the broader city. This can be a positive, potentially meaning fewer immediate major updates compared to older stock, though a professional inspection is always advised.

5. Who are the most likely neighbors or competing buyers?
Given its profile, likely interest would come from first-time buyers seeking an affordable entry into a settled neighborhood, or from empty-nesters looking to downsize from a larger property while staying in the community.