88 Forrester Avenue

Meadowood, Winnipeg

Property score

66.8

Good

Overall 66.8 · Larger and newer than most nearby homes

1,393 sqft (top 13%) · Built in 2020 (42 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~72k

Transit 74.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, 5 parks, and 2 sports facilitys nearby

Living Area

Above average

25% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

42 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 60%French · 5%

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

66.8 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

67.2Good
Living Area1,393 sqft71Good
Year Built202097Excellent
Lot Size1,521 sqft10Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity74Good

Community Score

66.1Good
Household Income72Good
Education Level72Good
Housing Stress42Low
Core Housing Need63Fair
Employment Health52Fair

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: #46110597

Community deep dive

$72K

Median household income

$82K

Average household income

14%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.3

P90 / P10 ratio

29%

Single-person households

22%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)1,107
Labour force participation rate52%
Median age39.2
Avg household size2.5
Unemployment rate6%
Population density3459 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)14%
Single-person households29%
Couple families with children22%
Median household income (2020)$72K

Housing

Renter households62%
Condominium dwellings5%
Median dwelling value (owners)$300K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)37%
Visible minority44%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)37%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 59%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 4%

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

Rankings

Living Area

Elite
1,393 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 2%Same areaTop 13%CitywideTop 36%
Same street · Forrester Avenue
#1 / 42
Top 2% · Avg 1,393 sqft
Same area · Meadowood
#213 / 1,668
Top 13% · Avg 1,114 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#69,935 / 194,458
Top 36% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
337k
0255075100
Same streetTop 38%Same areaBottom 24%CitywideBottom 42%
Same street · Forrester Avenue
#16 / 42
Top 38% · Avg 339k
Same area · Meadowood
#1,260 / 1,668
Bottom 24% · Avg 375.6k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#113,671 / 194,458
Bottom 42% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

Elite
2020
0255075100
Same streetTop 2%Same areaTop 1%CitywideTop 3%

Lot Size

above average
1,521 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 26%Same areaBottom 2%CitywideBottom 1%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

88 Forrester Avenue — 11 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 282 m), 1 education (nearest 363 m), 5 parks (nearest 152 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🌳Parks5
💪Sports2
🏦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 6/2020CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 38%

Same area

Bottom 18%

City-wide

Bottom 29%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 88 Forrester Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This home at 88 Forrester Avenue in Winnipeg's Meadowood neighbourhood presents a specific and modern profile. Built in 2020, it is a notably newer construction compared to most homes in the area and city-wide. Its key appeal lies in its modern build, which likely means fewer immediate maintenance concerns and contemporary finishes, paired with an efficient use of space. The living area is spacious for the immediate street and neighbourhood, offering above-average square footage for Meadowood.

However, the property has a distinct characteristic: the land area is significantly smaller than typical lots in the broader area and city. This positions the home as a low-maintenance property, ideal for those who prefer a newer home without the demands of a large yard. It would suit first-time homebuyers, downsizers, or investors seeking a modern, turn-key property with a manageable outdoor space. The assessed value is modest relative to city averages, which could indicate a different value proposition focused on the building itself rather than the land.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the small lot size impact daily living?
The compact lot means minimal yard maintenance, which is a benefit for those seeking a lock-and-leave lifestyle or who prefer to spend little time on landscaping. The trade-off is limited private outdoor space for gardening or recreation.

2. Why is the assessed value relatively low compared to city averages?
Municipal assessments often heavily factor in land value and size. This home’s modest lot size, especially when compared to the city-wide average lot, results in a lower assessed value despite the home being newer and well-sized.

3. What are the likely advantages of a 2020 build?
A home of this age should have modern building codes, energy efficiency standards, and warranties potentially still in effect for major components. It likely requires little to no urgent renovations, offering move-in readiness.

4. Who might this property not suit?
It may not be ideal for buyers who prioritize a large, private yard, space for future additions, or who place traditional value on land size as a primary investment metric.

5. The data shows it's "elite" for year built but "below average" for land area. How should I weigh that?
This highlights the property's clear orientation. It is a premium offering in terms of modern construction and building quality, but it is not a traditional land-play. Your preference should depend on whether you value a new, low-maintenance home over the potential for land appreciation or expansion.

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