158 Sawka Bay

North Inkster Industrial, Winnipeg

70.3

Good

Overall 70.3

Smaller than most nearby homes

1,073 sqft (bottom 1%)

Built in 2021 (3 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a high-income area

with median household income of ~121k

Transit 60.0

10-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes

Within 500m: 1 park nearby

Living Area

Below average

34% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

3 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

Punjabi · 33%English · 33%

Past 10 years North Inkster Industrial sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

469

Median price

475.8k

$/sqft

$297/sqft

Avg build year

2018

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Property score

70.3 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

59.7Fair
Living Area1,073 sqft52Fair
Year Built2021100Excellent
Lot Size2,959 sqft28Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity86Excellent

Community Score

86.3Excellent
Household Income91Excellent
Education Level72Good
Housing Stress74Good
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health90Excellent

Neighbourhood Sales

North Inkster Industrial

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “north inkster industrial” (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: #46111118

Community deep dive

$121K

Median household income

$133K

Average household income

5%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.6

P90 / P10 ratio

5%

Single-person households

50%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)3,661
Labour force participation rate78%
Median age31.6
Avg household size4.0
Unemployment rate6%
Population density479 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)5%
Single-person households5%
Couple families with children50%
Median household income (2020)$121K

Housing

Renter households9%
Condominium dwellings3%
Median dwelling value (owners)$440K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)51%
Visible minority86%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)36%
Mother tongue (1st)Punjabi · 33%
Mother tongue (2nd)English · 32%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,073 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 10%Same areaBottom 1%CitywideBottom 36%
Same street · Sawka Bay
#47 / 52
Bottom 10% · Avg 1,410 sqft
Same area · North Inkster Industrial
#621 / 629
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,635 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#124,455 / 194,458
Bottom 36% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
404k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 42%Same areaBottom 26%CitywideTop 37%
Same street · Sawka Bay
#30 / 52
Bottom 42% · Avg 415.1k
Same area · North Inkster Industrial
#464 / 629
Bottom 26% · Avg 484.4k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#72,622 / 194,458
Top 37% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

Elite
2021
0255075100
Same streetBottom 8%Same areaTop 35%CitywideTop 2%

Lot Size

above average
2,959 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 29%Same areaBottom 34%CitywideBottom 10%

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

158 Sawka Bay — 1 amenities found within 500 m, across 1 categories, including 1 parks (nearest 368 m).

Search radius
🌳Parks1

Crime & Safety

North Inkster Industrial · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

5

2026

vs. city avg

-83%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-93%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

100%

Sales History

Sold 12/2021CA$350k–400k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 23%

Same area

Bottom 24%

City-wide

Top 43%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 158 Sawka Bay, Winnipeg

Property Overview & Key Characteristics

This property at 158 Sawka Bay is a modern, compact single-family home built in 2021, situated in Winnipeg's North Inkster Industrial area. Its primary appeal lies in its new construction, offering move-in readiness with minimal immediate maintenance concerns. At 1,073 sqft, the living space is notably efficient—significantly smaller than most homes on its street and in the immediate area, but actually close to the city-wide average. This creates a unique value proposition: you are purchasing a newer home at an assessed value ($404k) that is very close to the Winnipeg average, but with a smaller footprint.

The lot size of 2,959 sqft is above average for Sawka Bay, providing a relative amount of outdoor space for a newer development. The data suggests this home would best suit first-time buyers or downsizers seeking a modern, low-maintenance property without a premium price tag. It’s a practical choice for those who prioritize newer systems and construction over square footage. A less obvious perspective is that its "below average" size for the neighbourhood could mean lower utility and property tax costs compared to larger nearby homes, while its city-wide "elite" ranking for age is a significant, often overlooked, advantage in a housing stock where the typical Winnipeg home is decades older.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this a good value compared to other homes on the street?
The assessed value is around the street average, but you get a significantly newer home (2021 vs. a 2022 average) in exchange for less living space. It represents a trade-off between modern amenities and size.

2. What does the "North Inkster Industrial" area mean for living here?
The name indicates the broader planning district. Prospective buyers should visit to understand the specific street's character, which appears to be a newer residential enclave, and research any nearby industrial activity to gauge noise or traffic.

3. Why is the living area considered small for the area but average for the city?
This highlights a key point: the immediate neighbourhood consists of larger, newer homes. City-wide, however, many older, smaller homes bring the average down. This property sits between those two profiles.

4. How reliable is the sold price data shown?
The site notes sold prices are from public records, not the MLS, and are presented as ranges. For fully verified transaction history and exact figures, you must request a manual lookup from the site via email.

5. What are the potential downsides of such a new home in this location?
While offering modern construction, the property may have less architectural character or established landscaping than older homes. Its high lot ranking on the street also implies surrounding properties are on smaller lots, which could affect future privacy or expansion potential.

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