178 Birchdale Avenue

Norwood West, Winnipeg

Property score

46.5

Below average

Overall 46.5 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

704 sqft (bottom 3%) · Built in 1925 (12 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~71.5k

Transit 74.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, 1 shop, and 3 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

50% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

12 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 77%French · 11%

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

46.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

25.7Low
Living Area704 sqft22Low
Year Built192520Low
Lot Size3,959 sqft46Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity32Low

Community Score

77.6Good
Household Income72Good
Education Level91Excellent
Housing Stress63Fair
Core Housing Need88Excellent
Employment Health83Excellent

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: #46110557

Community deep dive

$72K

Median household income

$94K

Average household income

11%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

4.4

P90 / P10 ratio

48%

Single-person households

20%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)537
Labour force participation rate77%
Median age36.8
Avg household size2.0
Unemployment rate10%
Population density1790 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)11%
Single-person households48%
Couple families with children20%
Median household income (2020)$72K

Housing

Renter households41%
Condominium dwellings12%
Median dwelling value (owners)$352K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)11%
Visible minority16%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)51%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 76%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 11%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
704 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 2%Same areaBottom 3%CitywideBottom 4%
Same street · Birchdale Avenue
#57 / 58
Bottom 2% · Avg 1,282 sqft
Same area · Norwood West
#962 / 992
Bottom 3% · Avg 1,420 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#186,514 / 194,458
Bottom 4% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
317k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 3%Same areaBottom 13%CitywideBottom 34%
Same street · Birchdale Avenue
#56 / 58
Bottom 3% · Avg 417.2k
Same area · Norwood West
#859 / 992
Bottom 13% · Avg 426.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#127,404 / 194,458
Bottom 34% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1925
0255075100
Same streetBottom 19%Same areaBottom 30%CitywideBottom 15%

Lot Size

below average
3,959 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 2%Same areaBottom 13%CitywideBottom 25%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

178 Birchdale Avenue — 7 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 387 m), 1 education (nearest 418 m), 1 shopping (nearest 437 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🛒Shopping1
🌳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 7/2017CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 6%

Same area

Bottom 9%

City-wide

Bottom 26%

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Highlights & common questions: 178 Birchdale Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 178 Birchdale Avenue, Norwood West

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home presents a specific and practical opportunity in Winnipeg’s Norwood West neighborhood. Its key characteristic is its compact scale, with a living area of 704 sqft situated on a 3,959 sqft lot—both notably smaller than most homes on its street and in the wider area. Built in 1925, it is a century-old property that appeals through its efficiency and lower financial barrier to entry, reflected in its assessed value of $317k, which is below average for the immediate area but closer to the citywide average.

The primary appeal lies in its position as an affordable entry point into a mature, established neighborhood. It suits buyers seeking minimal upkeep for the structure itself, with the potential to invest in modernizing the interior over time. It could be an ideal fit for a first-time homebuyer, a downsizer looking to rightsize, or an investor seeking a manageable rental property. A thoughtful perspective is that the smaller lot, while not expansive, offers a more manageable outdoor space with less maintenance, which can be a hidden benefit for those with busy lifestyles. Its value proposition is straightforward: you are purchasing location and potential at a price point that reflects the home’s modest physical footprint.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value relatively lower than neighboring homes?
The assessed value is primarily influenced by the home’s significantly smaller living area and lot size compared to others on Birchdale Avenue and in Norwood West, making it one of the more modest properties in the vicinity.

2. What should I consider with a home built in 1925?
While offering classic charm, a home of this age will likely require careful attention to aging infrastructure, such as plumbing, electrical, and the foundation. A thorough inspection is essential to understand the condition and any needed updates.

3. How does the smaller lot size impact the property?
The lot is smaller than average, which limits expansion possibilities but also reduces yard maintenance. It’s important to verify local zoning bylaws if you have any future plans for additions, decks, or detached structures.

4. The data shows it sold in 2017. How can I find the exact sale price?
The exact historical sale price is not publicly displayed on this site. You can request the precise figures by using the provided email lookup service for manually verified data.

5. Is this a good investment for future value growth?
Property value here is heavily tied to the land value in Norwood West. While the structure itself is modest, future value may be driven by the neighborhood’s overall desirability and the potential for renovation or redevelopment, subject to local regulations.

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