61.6
Fair
Property score
61.6
Fair
Overall 61.6
Smaller than most nearby homes
866 sqft (bottom 5%)
Built in 1986 (4 yrs older than avg)
Located in a high-income area
with median household income of ~101k
Transit 88.0
1-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
39% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Near average
4 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 67%Tagalog · 7%
Past 10 years River Park South sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
1,302
451k
$355/sqft
1990
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61.6 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: #46110504
$101K
Median household income
$119K
Average household income
4%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
2.6
P90 / P10 ratio
15%
Single-person households
36%
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
257 John Forsyth Road — 4 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 education (nearest 329 m), 1 shopping (nearest 380 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 257 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 16% | Top 40% | Top 31% |
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Bottom 49% | Bottom 30% | Bottom 49% |
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Bottom 32% | Bottom 14% | Bottom 39% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Summary: 257 John Forsyth Road, Winnipeg
Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal
This home presents a specific value proposition within Winnipeg's River Park South neighborhood. Its key characteristic is a modest 866 sqft living area, which is notably below average for the street, area, and city. However, this is balanced by an assessed value ($394k) that is competitive and aligns with area averages, and a lot size (4,648 sqft) that is above average for John Forsyth Road itself.
The appeal lies in its efficiency and positioning. It suits a buyer seeking an entry point into a stable, established neighborhood without paying for excess square footage they may not need. It could be ideal for a first-time buyer, a downsizer, or an investor looking for a manageable property. The data suggests you are purchasing location and land proportionally, rather than a large interior. A thoughtful perspective is that smaller homes can mean lower utility costs, less maintenance, and a clearer renovation path if expansion is desired later, given the decent lot size. Its consistent sale history over the past decade also indicates a resilient, in-demand location.
Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the house significantly smaller than its neighbors?
Yes. The living area ranks in the bottom 5% on its street and in River Park South, making it one of the more compact homes in the immediate area.
2. Does the assessed value seem fair for a smaller home?
The data indicates the assessed value is aligned with the market's pricing for this location. While the interior is smaller, the value holds up well against area averages, suggesting the lot and location are significant factors.
3. How does the lot size compare?
The lot is a positive differentiator on its street, ranking in the top 13% (above average) among immediate neighbors. It provides good outdoor space relative to other homes on John Forsyth Road.
4. What can the sale history tell me?
The home has sold roughly every 2-3 years since 2016, each time within a competitive price band for the area. This pattern suggests steady demand and a property that resells readily, though the reasons for the frequent turnover are not provided in the data.
5. Where can I get exact past sale prices?
The site does not display exact MLS figures. You must request a manual lookup via email to receive the precise sale price history directly from their team.
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