193 Birchdale Avenue

Norwood West, Winnipeg

Property score

54.6

Fair

Overall 54.6 · Smaller than most nearby homes

789 sqft (bottom 7%) · Built in 1941 (4 yrs newer than avg)

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

Transit 92.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 5 nearby routes · Within 500m: 3 dining spots, 1 school, 1 healthcare facility, and 1 shop nearby

Living Area

Below average

44% smaller 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

54.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

30.7Low
Living Area789 sqft22Low
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

below average
789 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 10%Same areaBottom 7%CitywideBottom 8%
Same street · Birchdale Avenue
#52 / 58
Bottom 10% · Avg 1,282 sqft
Same area · Norwood West
#926 / 992
Bottom 7% · Avg 1,420 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#178,505 / 194,458
Bottom 8% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
370k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 21%Same areaBottom 30%CitywideTop 47%
Same street · Birchdale Avenue
#46 / 58
Bottom 21% · Avg 417.2k
Same area · Norwood West
#692 / 992
Bottom 30% · Avg 426.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#91,333 / 194,458
Top 47% · 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

193 Birchdale Avenue — 11 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 3 dining (nearest 345 m), 1 education (nearest 466 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 498 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining3
🏫Education1
🏥Healthcare1
🛒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%

Sales History

Sold 12/2022CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 1%

Same area

Bottom 8%

City-wide

Bottom 26%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 193 Birchdale Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 193 Birchdale Avenue, Norwood West, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home presents a distinct profile centered on its generous lot and location within a mature neighbourhood. Built in 1941, its 789 sqft living area is notably compact, ranking in the bottom 10% for size both on its street and in the wider Norwood West area. This creates a clear value proposition: the appeal lies not in the size of the house, but in the potential of the approximately 6,000 sqft property itself. With an assessed value of $370k, it sits below the average for Birchdale Avenue but aligns more closely with the Winnipeg city-wide average, suggesting the price reflects the smaller home on a desirable lot.

This property would best suit a specific type of buyer. It’s a prime candidate for someone looking for a long-term hold in a well-established area, with the vision and means to either extensively renovate the existing structure or eventually rebuild. It could also appeal to a minimalist buyer or investor seeking a lower entry point into the neighbourhood, who values outdoor space over interior square footage and is comfortable with a home that requires updates consistent with its era.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the house in livable condition, or is it a tear-down?
The data does not specify the interior condition. The home was last sold in late 2022, indicating it was likely habitable at that time. However, given its age and smaller size, a prospective buyer should budget for updates to major systems (roof, plumbing, electrical) and anticipate a renovation to modernize the layout and maximize the living space.

2. Why is the assessed value lower than many neighbours on the same street?
The assessed value is primarily a function of the home’s relatively small living area compared to others on Birchdale Avenue. The lot size is average for the street, so the lower valuation stems from the existing structure, not the land.

3. What are the possibilities for expanding the existing home?
The large lot is the key asset here. There appears to be significant scope to build an addition, subject to local zoning bylaws and setback requirements. This makes the property ideal for someone wanting to customize and enlarge their home over time.

4. How does the last sold price (2022) relate to the current assessed value?
The sold price range of $250k-$300k in late 2022 is below the current $370k assessment. This gap likely reflects market-wide value increases since 2022 and possibly some improvements made by the sellers. It underscores the importance of obtaining verified sale data for the most accurate comparison.

5. Is this a good investment for the future?
Its investment potential hinges on the neighbourhood and the lot. Norwood West is a stable, mature area, and the lot size is a permanent asset that is increasingly rare in newer subdivisions. The investment return would be heavily influenced by the cost and quality of any renovations or redevelopment undertaken.

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