38 Barrington Avenue

Norberry, Winnipeg

Property score

44.8

Below average

Overall 44.8 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

636 sqft (bottom 3%) · Built in 1942 (10 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~83k

Transit 80.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 3 dining spots, 1 school, 1 park, and 1 bank/ATM nearby

Living Area

Below average

43% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

10 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 69%French · 4%

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

Sold Count

173

Median price

450k

$/sqft

$330/sqft

Avg build year

1952

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Property score

44.8 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

23.4Low
Living Area636 sqft15Low
Year Built194224Low
Lot Size3,641 sqft46Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity53Fair

Community Score

76.9Good
Household Income78Good
Education Level72Good
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need76Good
Employment Health76Good

Neighbourhood Sales

Norberry

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “norberry” (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: #46110604

Community deep dive

$83K

Median household income

$79K

Average household income

11%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.0

P90 / P10 ratio

30%

Single-person households

25%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)490
Labour force participation rate73%
Median age37.2
Avg household size2.4
Unemployment rate12%
Population density1960 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)11%
Single-person households30%
Couple families with children25%
Median household income (2020)$83K

Housing

Renter households29%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$274K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)19%
Visible minority20%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)35%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 69%
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

below average
636 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 2%Same areaBottom 3%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Barrington Avenue
#133 / 136
Bottom 2% · Avg 1,087 sqft
Same area · Norberry
#458 / 471
Bottom 3% · Avg 1,112 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#191,729 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
238k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 9%Same areaBottom 12%CitywideBottom 15%
Same street · Barrington Avenue
#124 / 136
Bottom 9% · Avg 361.1k
Same area · Norberry
#413 / 471
Bottom 12% · Avg 332k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#166,095 / 194,458
Bottom 15% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1942
0255075100
Same streetBottom 11%Same areaBottom 25%CitywideBottom 20%

Lot Size

below average
3,641 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 4%Same areaBottom 7%CitywideBottom 21%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

38 Barrington Avenue — 13 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 3 dining (nearest 219 m), 1 education (nearest 451 m), 1 parks (nearest 316 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining3
🏫Education1
🌳Parks1
🏦Finance1
Fuel Stations1
Worship5
🏛️Government1

Crime & Safety

Norberry · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

6

2026

vs. city avg

-80%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-93%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

83%

Sales History

Sold 5/2024CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 29%

Same area

Bottom 42%

City-wide

Bottom 36%
Sold 9/2021CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 10%

Same area

Bottom 23%

City-wide

Bottom 24%

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Highlights & common questions: 38 Barrington Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

38 Barrington Avenue is a compact, 636 sqft bungalow built in 1942, situated on a 3,641 sqft lot in Winnipeg's Norberry neighbourhood. With an assessed value of $238k, it presents a notably affordable entry point into home ownership. The data indicates it ranks below average in size, lot dimensions, and value compared to homes on its street, in Norberry, and across the city. Its most recent sale occurred in May 2024 within the $250k-$300k range.

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home’s primary appeal is its affordability and simplicity. It suits first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors seeking a low-cost entry into the market with minimal financial overhead. The below-average taxes associated with its assessment are a practical advantage.

Its compact size offers a manageable footprint for those seeking a minimalist lifestyle or a low-maintenance property. While the lot is smaller than most in the area, it still provides outdoor space without the burden of extensive upkeep. The home’s age (84 years) suggests potential for character, but also implies that value may be found more in the land and location than in the structure itself. A thoughtful perspective is that this property represents a strategic "foot in the door" for building equity in a stable neighbourhood, rather than a move-in-ready dream home. It’s a practical canvas for a buyer comfortable with gradual updates.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value significantly lower than area averages?
The assessed value reflects the home's smaller size (636 sqft), older age, and modest lot dimensions compared to neighbouring properties. It is priced as a basic, no-frills property in the area.

2. What type of buyer is this home best suited for?
It is ideally suited for budget-conscious first-time buyers, investors looking for a rental property, or empty-nesters seeking to downsize into a single-level, manageable home without a large mortgage.

3. Given its age, what should I be concerned about?
Prospective buyers should budget for and prioritize inspections for major aging systems, such as the roof, foundation, plumbing, and electrical. The 1942 build date means some systems may be at or beyond their typical lifespan.

4. How does the lot size impact its potential?
At 3,641 sqft, the lot is smaller than most in Norberry. This limits possibilities for large additions or detached structures but does allow for a modest yard and garden with less maintenance.

5. How reliable are the provided sold price ranges?
The sold price ranges are based on publicly available data, not the MLS. For fully verified and exact sale figures, you must request a manual lookup via email from the site, as industry rules prevent displaying official MLS records here.

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