185 Birchdale Avenue

Norwood West, Winnipeg

Property score

61.8

Fair

Overall 61.8 · Smaller than most nearby homes

927 sqft (bottom 14%) · Built in 1941 (4 yrs newer than avg)

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

Transit 92.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 5 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, 1 shop, and 3 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

35% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Taon ng Paggawa

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

61.8 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

42.7Low
Living Area927 sqft42Low
Taon ng Paggawa194124Low
Lupa5,997 sqft74Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity32Low

Community Score

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

Istatistika ng benta ng komunidad

Norwood West

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “norwood west” (Detached na bahay (hindi 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.

Mga ranggo

Living Area

mas mababa sa average
927 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 24%Same areaBottom 14%CitywideBottom 19%
Same street · Birchdale Avenue
#44 / 58
Bottom 24% · Avg 1,282 sqft
Same area · Norwood West
#855 / 992
Bottom 14% · Avg 1,420 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#157,823 / 194,458
Bottom 19% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Assessed Value

karaniwan
341k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 7%Same areaBottom 19%CitywideBottom 43%
Same street · Birchdale Avenue
#54 / 58
Bottom 7% · Avg 417.2k
Same area · Norwood West
#801 / 992
Bottom 19% · Avg 426.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#110,825 / 194,458
Bottom 43% · Avg 390.1k

Taon ng Paggawa

karaniwan
1941
0255075100
Same streetTop 50%Same areaTop 50%CitywideBottom 20%

Lupa

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

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Transit & Walkability

Mga malapit na hinto, ruta at transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

185 Birchdale Avenue — 8 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 374 m), 1 education (nearest 436 m), 1 shopping (nearest 438 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks3
Fuel Stations1
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%

Kasaysayan ng Benta

Naibenta 7/2019CA$250k–300k
Presyo ng benta

Parehong kalye

Bottom 17%

Parehong lugar

Bottom 16%

Buong lungsod

Bottom 34%

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Mga tampok at karaniwang tanong: 185 Birchdale Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

185 Birchdale Avenue is a well-established home in Winnipeg's Norwood West neighbourhood, built in 1941. With 927 square feet of living space on a nearly 6,000-square-foot lot, it presents a specific value proposition. Its assessed value of $341,000 sits below the local area average but aligns more closely with the broader city-wide average for comparable homes.

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This property’s primary appeal lies in its balance of a substantial lot size and a manageable, compact home. While the living space is notably smaller than most homes on its street and in Norwood West, the lot is above average for the immediate area. This creates an interesting dynamic: the home itself is cozy and efficient, while the outdoor space offers significant potential for gardening, expansion, or simply enjoying a larger yard than many city properties provide.

It would best suit a first-time buyer, downsizer, or an investor looking for a character home in a central neighbourhood without a premium price tag. The below-average assessment for the area suggests a potentially lower property tax burden relative to neighbouring homes, which is a practical, often overlooked advantage. For the right buyer, this represents an opportunity to enter a mature neighbourhood where the value is anchored more in the land and location than in the size of the existing structure.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the home’s smaller living area a concern?
Yes, it’s a key consideration. At 927 sq ft, the home is significantly more compact than the neighbourhood average. It would suit a minimalist lifestyle or require creative use of space, but may feel cramped for a growing family.

2. How does the assessed value compare?
The $341,000 assessment is below the Norwood West average but near the city-wide average. This indicates you may be paying less in property taxes than many neighbours, but the home is also valued lower within its own desirable area.

3. What does the lot size offer?
The lot of 5,997 sq ft is a standout feature, larger than many in Norwood West. It offers valuable outdoor space and potential for future additions, landscaping, or a garage, which can offset the smaller interior.

4. What is the history of the property?
Public records show it was last sold in July 2019 for an estimated price between $250,000 and $300,000. For verified, exact sale history, you must request a manual lookup from the site via email.

5. Are the sold price comparisons accurate?
The sold price data is compiled from public online sources, not the MLS. The site states it is "reasonably reliable" but not guaranteed. For fully verified figures and a complete transaction history, a direct email request to the site is required.

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