Property Overview – Hawkins Crescent, Meadowood, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile

This is a single-family home built in 1980, offering roughly 1,120 square feet of living space on a 5,110-square-foot lot. The property sits on Hawkins Crescent in Meadowood, a mature Winnipeg suburb. Its assessed value hovers around $392,000, placing it slightly above the local median for the area.

Where the appeal lies: The appeal is grounded in practical, day-to-day living. The lot is above average for the street, giving you more outdoor space than many neighboring properties—useful for gardening, kids, or a dog, without being so large that maintenance becomes a slog. The 1980 build date puts it in a sweet spot: newer than the aging post-war stock but old enough that the neighborhood is established, with mature trees and settled streets. It’s not flashy, but it’s solid.

Who it suits: This home likely works best for a first-time buyer looking for something move-in ready within a stable, mid-range neighborhood, or for a downsizer who still wants a yard but doesn’t need a huge house. It’s less suited to someone seeking a premium citywide location or a turnkey renovation project—the rankings suggest it’s a comfortable, middle-of-the-road option that won’t stand out in a competition but won’t let you down either. For someone who values space to spread out indoors and outdoors without paying for center-city prestige, it’s a strong fit.

Section 2: Five Common Questions

1. How does the living area compare to other homes in Meadowood?
It’s right around the average for the area. At ~1,120 sqft, it’s slightly larger than many neighboring homes but not unusually spacious—expect a layout that feels standard for the era and size.

2. Is the assessed value in line with what I’d pay?
The assessed value of ~$392,000 is slightly above the local median for the area ($375,600) and very close to the citywide median ($390,100). While assessments don’t set the market price directly, this suggests the asking price should be within a reasonable range of neighborhood comps—neither a steal nor a premium.

3. Why is the land area ranked “above average” on the street but “bottom 39%” in Meadowood?
This simply means the street itself (Hawkins Crescent) has relatively small lots compared to the wider Meadowood area. Your lot is bigger than most on this street, but Meadowood as a whole includes subdivisions with larger, deeper parcels. You’re getting a decent yard for the block, but don’t expect estate-sized grounds.

4. What does the 1980 build year mean for maintenance or renovations?
A 1980 build is roughly 45 years old at this point. You’ll likely want to check the age of the roof, windows, furnace, and plumbing—these are the typical replacement cycles for that vintage. The advantage is that the house is past the initial settlement period, so structural issues are less common, and the layout tends to be more open than 1970s designs.

5. How does this property compare to others on Hawkins Crescent?
It ranks in the top 50% for size, top 16% for lot size, and top 7% for newer build year. In short, it’s one of the better-kept or more updated homes on the street, with a larger yard than most neighbors. The main trade-off is that assessed value is only in the top 40%—so you’re getting above-average physical space and age, but not necessarily a lower price relative to the street.