12 Puffin Place

River East, Winnipeg

Property score

70.5

Good

Overall 70.5 · Compared with neighbourhood average

1,140 sqft (bottom 35%) · Built in 1976

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~96k

Transit 64.0 · 5-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 4 dining spots, 1 healthcare facility, 2 shops, and 4 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

19% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

0 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 78%Punjabi · 3%

Past 10 years River East sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

826

Median price

425k

$/sqft

$395/sqft

Avg build year

1976

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Property score

70.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

65.3Good
Living Area1,140 sqft60Fair
Year Built197667Good
Lot Size9,226 sqft95Excellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity32Low

Community Score

78.4Good
Household Income83Excellent
Education Level54Fair
Housing Stress93Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health68Good

Neighbourhood Sales

River East

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “river east” (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: #46110743

Community deep dive

$96K

Median household income

$96K

Average household income

7%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.7

P90 / P10 ratio

19%

Single-person households

25%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)598
Labour force participation rate67%
Median age40.8
Avg household size2.5
Unemployment rate8%
Population density3517 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)7%
Single-person households19%
Couple families with children25%
Median household income (2020)$96K

Housing

Renter households4%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$290K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)15%
Visible minority6%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)27%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 77%
Mother tongue (2nd)Punjabi · 3%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,140 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 33%Same areaBottom 35%CitywideBottom 44%
Same street · Puffin Place
#2 / 6
Top 33% · Avg 1,118 sqft
Same area · River East
#1,853 / 2,836
Bottom 35% · Avg 1,399 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#109,190 / 194,458
Bottom 44% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
407k
0255075100
Same streetTop 17%Same areaTop 41%CitywideTop 37%
Same street · Puffin Place
#1 / 6
Top 17% · Avg 361.7k
Same area · River East
#1,158 / 2,836
Top 41% · Avg 401.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#71,270 / 194,458
Top 37% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1976
0255075100
Same streetTop 17%Same areaTop 48%CitywideTop 39%

Lot Size

above average
9,226 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 33%Same areaTop 14%CitywideTop 8%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

12 Puffin Place — 12 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 4 dining (nearest 409 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 380 m), 2 shopping (nearest 433 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining4
🏥Healthcare1
🛒Shopping2
🌳Parks4
Worship1

Crime & Safety

River East · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

17

2026

vs. city avg

-42%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-92%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

71%

Sales History

Sold 8/2016CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 25%

Same area

Bottom 36%

City-wide

Bottom 48%

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Highlights & common questions: 12 Puffin Place, Winnipeg

Property Summary: 12 Puffin Place, River East, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home at 12 Puffin Place is a well-positioned property in Winnipeg's River East neighborhood, built in 1976. Its key appeal lies in its balance of space and value. With 1,140 sqft of living area, the house is very typical for its street and area, offering a comfortable, average-sized family layout without standing out as unusually large or small.

The property’s most distinctive feature is its generous 9,226 sqft lot, which is significantly above average for both the neighborhood and the city. This presents a major opportunity for outdoor living, gardening, or future expansion. The assessed value of $407k is the highest on its street, suggesting it is well-maintained or has features that set it apart locally, though it aligns more closely with averages in the wider area.

This home would suit practical buyers looking for a solid, established property in a mature neighborhood. It’s ideal for someone who values a larger yard over a sprawling house and appreciates a home that holds its value well within its immediate community. It represents a stable, grounded choice rather than a standout bargain or a luxury offering.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the assessed value relate to the likely selling price?
The assessed value of $407k is for municipal tax purposes and is a useful benchmark, but market conditions ultimately determine the sale price. Given it's the highest assessment on the street, it indicates the property is likely in good condition relative to its neighbors.

2. What does the lot size mean for me practically?
At over 9,200 sqft, the lot is notably larger than most in Winnipeg. This means more private outdoor space, room for additions like a shed or deck, and potentially fewer space constraints than typical city lots.

3. The home was last sold in 2016. What can that tell me?
The previous sale (between $300k-$350k) eight years ago shows a history of ownership stability. The increase to the current assessed value reflects market appreciation over that period. A long-term owner can sometimes indicate a well-cared-for home.

4. How does this home compare to others nearby?
The data shows it has a larger lot and a higher assessed value than most on its street. Compared to the broader River East area, the living space is average, but the lot size is well above average, which is a key differentiator.

5. Where can I get exact historical sale prices?
The provided sold price is an estimated range from public records. For fully verified and exact sale figures, including a complete transaction history, you must request a manual lookup from the site via email, as MLS data is not displayed here.

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