185 Ferndale Avenue

Norwood West, Winnipeg

Property score

61.4

Fair

Overall 61.4 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

912 sqft (bottom 13%) · Built in 1921 (16 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~125k

Transit 100.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 5 nearby routes · Within 500m: 5 dining spots, 2 schools, 2 healthcare facilitys, and 1 shop nearby

Living Area

Below average

36% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

16 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 76%French · 17%

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

61.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

41.9Low
Living Area912 sqft42Low
Year Built192120Low
Lot Size5,998 sqft74Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity32Low

Community Score

90.6Excellent
Household Income91Excellent
Education Level91Excellent
Housing Stress93Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health76Good

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: #46110556

Community deep dive

$125K

Median household income

$144K

Average household income

2%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.0

P90 / P10 ratio

16%

Single-person households

37%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)474
Labour force participation rate71%
Median age47.2
Avg household size2.6
Unemployment rate8%
Population density2788 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)2%
Single-person households16%
Couple families with children37%
Median household income (2020)$125K

Housing

Renter households5%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$448K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)3%
Visible minority10%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)57%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 75%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 17%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
912 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 10%Same areaBottom 13%CitywideBottom 18%
Same street · Ferndale Avenue
#88 / 98
Bottom 10% · Avg 1,431 sqft
Same area · Norwood West
#859 / 992
Bottom 13% · Avg 1,420 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#160,199 / 194,458
Bottom 18% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
410k
0255075100
Same streetTop 42%Same areaTop 49%CitywideTop 36%
Same street · Ferndale Avenue
#41 / 98
Top 42% · Avg 413.4k
Same area · Norwood West
#491 / 992
Top 49% · Avg 426.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#69,891 / 194,458
Top 36% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1921
0255075100
Same streetBottom 34%Same areaBottom 23%CitywideBottom 13%

Lot Size

above average
5,998 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 7%Same areaTop 20%CitywideTop 32%

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

185 Ferndale Avenue — 16 amenities found within 500 m, across 8 categories, including 5 dining (nearest 363 m), 2 education (nearest 489 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 488 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining5
🏫Education2
🏥Healthcare2
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks2
Fuel Stations1
Worship2
🏛️Government1

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 8/2017CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 23%

Same area

Bottom 29%

City-wide

Bottom 47%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 185 Ferndale Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 185 Ferndale Avenue, Norwood West

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home at 185 Ferndale Avenue presents a classic Winnipeg character property built in 1921, situated on a notably generous lot. Its primary appeal lies in the land itself—at nearly 6,000 sq ft, the lot size ranks in the top 7% on its street, offering above-average outdoor space and potential in a mature neighborhood. While the living area (912 sq ft) is modest compared to local averages, the assessed value aligns closely with street and city benchmarks, suggesting the property is priced consistently within the market.

This home would suit a value-conscious buyer who prioritizes land size over interior square footage, such as a first-time homeowner comfortable with a cozier footprint, or a long-term investor attracted by the lot's inherent value in a well-established area. It’s a practical choice for those who see potential in outdoor living, gardening, or future expansion, rather than someone seeking a move-in-ready home with modern, spacious rooms. The data indicates you are buying into a stable, historic streetscape where the land is a standout asset.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the house smaller than others in the area?
Yes. The living area is below the average for Ferndale Avenue, Norwood West, and Winnipeg overall. This is a more compact character home.

2. How does the lot size compare?
This is a key strength. The lot is 5,998 sq ft, which is larger than most on the street and in the neighborhood, ranking in the top 20% for Norwood West.

3. Is the assessed value fair for the size?
The assessed value of $410k is around the average for the street and city. This suggests the valuation accounts for the desirable lot size, balancing the smaller living area.

4. When did it last sell, and for how much?
It sold in August 2017. The public price range is shown as CA$300k–350k. For verified, exact historical sale figures, you can request a manual lookup from the site.

5. What should I consider about a 105-year-old home?
While the age is typical for the street, prospective buyers should budget for potential updates to older systems (like plumbing, wiring, or the roof) and consider the maintenance that comes with a century-old structure, alongside its classic charm.

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