151 Birchdale Avenue

Norwood West, Winnipeg

Property score

81.3

Excellent

Overall 81.3 · Larger than most nearby homes

2,394 sqft (top 4%) · Built in 1941 (4 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~112k

Transit 62.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 1 nearby route · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 2 schools, 3 parks, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Above average

69% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

4 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 75%French · 16%

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

Sold Count

269

Median price

425k

$/sqft

$266/sqft

Avg build year

1937

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Property score

81.3 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

75.1Good
Living Area2,394 sqft96Excellent
Year Built194124Low
Lot Size5,997 sqft74Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity32Low

Community Score

90.5Excellent
Household Income89Excellent
Education Level100Excellent
Housing Stress100Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health60Fair

Neighbourhood Sales

Norwood West

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “norwood west” (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: #46110558

Community deep dive

$112K

Median household income

$127K

Average household income

4%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.2

P90 / P10 ratio

21%

Single-person households

30%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)545
Labour force participation rate64%
Median age48.0
Avg household size2.4
Unemployment rate10%
Population density2270 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)4%
Single-person households21%
Couple families with children30%
Median household income (2020)$112K

Housing

Renter households4%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$400K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)7%
Visible minority2%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)63%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 75%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 15%

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

Rankings

Living Area

Elite
2,394 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 2%Same areaTop 4%CitywideTop 4%
Same street · Birchdale Avenue
#1 / 58
Top 2% · Avg 1,282 sqft
Same area · Norwood West
#43 / 992
Top 4% · Avg 1,420 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#7,375 / 194,458
Top 4% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

Elite
554k
0255075100
Same streetTop 5%Same areaTop 11%CitywideTop 12%
Same street · Birchdale Avenue
#3 / 58
Top 5% · Avg 417.2k
Same area · Norwood West
#108 / 992
Top 11% · Avg 426.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#23,717 / 194,458
Top 12% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1941
0255075100
Same streetTop 50%Same areaTop 50%CitywideBottom 20%

Lot Size

around average
5,997 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 43%Same areaTop 38%CitywideTop 32%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

151 Birchdale Avenue — 7 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 496 m), 2 education (nearest 310 m), 3 parks (nearest 279 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education2
🌳Parks3
Worship1

Crime & Safety

Norwood West · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

6

2026

vs. city avg

-80%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-97%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Violent

50%

Sales History

Sold 12/2021CA$600k–650k
Sold price

Same street

Top 6%

Same area

Top 8%

City-wide

Top 7%

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Highlights & common questions: 151 Birchdale Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 151 Birchdale Avenue, Norwood West, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home stands out primarily for its generous living space. At 2,394 square feet, it offers significantly more room than most, ranking in the top 4% of similar homes across Winnipeg and the top 2% on its own street. Built in 1941, it is a classic, well-established property in a neighborhood of similar vintage. The lot size is consistent with the local area, providing typical outdoor space for Norwood West.

The appeal lies in its combination of above-average size and a solid, established location. With an assessed value of $554,000, it sits above average for the city and street, indicating perceived value and desirability. It last sold in late 2021 for an estimated $600,000–$650,000, a price point that placed it in the top 8% of the neighborhood at the time, suggesting strong market performance.

This property would best suit buyers looking for character and space over a brand-new build. It’s ideal for someone who values a home with history and larger square footage in a mature neighborhood, and who may be prepared for the maintenance or updates that can come with an older home. It’s less suited for those seeking a modern subdivision home or the very newest construction.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does this home’s size truly compare to others?
It is exceptionally spacious for the area. The living area is over 1,000 square feet larger than the average home on Birchdale Avenue and nearly 1,000 square feet above the Winnipeg average for comparable properties.

2. Is the assessed value a reliable indicator of the likely selling price?
The assessed value ($554k) is for municipal tax purposes and is a useful benchmark. Notably, the home last sold for an estimated $600k–$650k in 2021, which was significantly higher than its assessed value at that time, suggesting market value can exceed the assessment.

3. What does the year built (1941) mean for a buyer?
It places the home in the core period of development for Norwood West. Buyers should expect the character and construction methods of that era, which may include solid craftsmanship but also potential needs like updated wiring, plumbing, or windows. A thorough inspection is essential.

4. Can I see the exact historical sale prices?
The site provides sold price ranges for general research. To obtain fully verified and exact sale figures, you must request a manual lookup via email, as this data is not sourced from the MLS system.

5. How does the lot size impact the property?
At just under 6,000 sq. ft., the lot is very typical for Birchdale Avenue and Norwood West. It offers standard backyard space for the area but is not an unusually large or small parcel, so the home’s value is driven more by its interior size than its land.

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