60.4
Fair
Property score
60.4
Fair
Overall 60.4
Smaller than most nearby homes
870 sqft (bottom 8%)
Built in 1985 (5 yrs older than avg)
Located in a high-income area
with median household income of ~99k
Transit 80.0
2-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes
Within 500m: 1 school, 1 shop, 1 park, and 1 bank/ATM nearby
Sold for $250,000 over asking
Winnipeg Real Estate Sales Summary & Market Analysis May 11–17, 2026
Living Area
Below average
38% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Near average
5 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 69%French · 5%
Past 10 years River Park South sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
1,302
451k
$355/sqft
1990
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60.4 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
River Park South
How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “river park south” (Detached houses (non-condo), 2024). The tallest band is the mainstream budget range; multi-year view shows how that band shifts over time.
Sales-to-New-Listings
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
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.
Dissemination area (DA) — Statistics Canada 2021 Census · Area: #46110505
$99K
Median household income
$95K
Average household income
5%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
2.6
P90 / P10 ratio
22%
Single-person households
30%
Families with children
Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.
Rank by land area, larger = better rank
Rank by year, newer = better rank
Rank by living area, larger = better rank
Rank by assessed value, higher = better rank
Bar: fill length ≈ share of peers you outperform. Fill color reflects tier (red / blue / amber / gray). “Avg” is a rough median benchmark for comparable homes in that scope.
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Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
252 John Forsyth Road — 4 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 education (nearest 339 m), 1 shopping (nearest 324 m), 1 parks (nearest 431 m).
River Park South · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
25
2026
vs. city avg
-15%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -90%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
64%
Local garbage, recycling, and yard waste pickup schedule for 252 John Forsyth Road.
Garbage
friday
Recycling
friday
Yard Waste
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Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Top 23% | Top 43% | Top 33% |
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Bottom 30% | Bottom 14% | Bottom 39% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 252 John Forsyth Road, River Park South, Winnipeg
Key Characteristics & Appeal
This 1985-built home in River Park South presents a practical and affordable entry point into a well-established Winnipeg neighborhood. With 870 square feet of living space, it is notably compact compared to most homes on its street and in the broader area, which typically exceed 1,100 square feet. This smaller footprint is reflected in its assessed value of $363k, which sits below the local neighborhood average but aligns closely with the Winnipeg citywide average.
The appeal here is one of value and efficiency. The lot size is fairly typical for the street, offering manageable outdoor space. Its recent sale history suggests steady market interest. This property would suit first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors seeking a lower-maintenance home in a mature suburb without a premium price tag. It offers the chance to live in a settled community where the investment is primarily in the location and land, with the home itself representing a functional, no-frills foundation. A thoughtful perspective is that a smaller, efficiently designed home can offer lower utility costs and less upkeep, allowing owners to invest more in personalizing the space or enjoying the neighborhood amenities.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the living area unusually small for the area?
Yes. At 870 sqft, this home's living area ranks in the bottom 15% for the River Park South neighborhood and is significantly smaller than the area average of 1,410 sqft.
2. How does its value compare to nearby homes?
Its assessed value ($363k) is below the average for both John Forsyth Road ($397k) and River Park South ($447k). However, it is very close to the citywide average ($390k), indicating it represents a more typical Winnipeg price point.
3. What is the property's recent sales history?
It sold between $400k-$450k in September 2024. Prior to that, it sold between $300k-$350k in June 2017. Exact sale prices are available upon request.
4. Is the lot size a pro or a con?
The 4,326 sqft lot is slightly above average for the street, which is a positive. However, it is below the larger average lot size for the wider River Park South neighborhood.
5. Where can I get verified, exact sale price data for this home?
The public data shows price ranges. For fully verified and exact historical sale figures, you must request a manual lookup via email from the site provider, as MLS data is not displayed here.
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