161 Avaco Drive

Valley Gardens, Winnipeg

Property score

58.1

Fair

Overall 58.1 · Compared with neighbourhood average

1,140 sqft (top 39%) · Built in 1973 (3 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~78.5k

Transit 80.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 healthcare facility, and 4 parks nearby

Living Area

Near average

2% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

3 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 63%Punjabi · 9%

Past 10 years Valley Gardens sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

652

Median price

325k

$/sqft

$343/sqft

Avg build year

1976

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Property score

58.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

55.4Fair
Living Area60
1,140 sqftFair
Year Built58
1973Fair
Lot Size38
3,000 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42
Low

Community Score

62.2Fair
Household Income76
Good
Education Level44
Low
Housing Stress52
Fair
Core Housing Need50
Fair
Employment Health52
Fair

Neighbourhood Sales

Valley Gardens

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “valley gardens” (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: #46110786

Community deep dive

$79K

Median household income

$80K

Average household income

22%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.2

P90 / P10 ratio

16%

Single-person households

32%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)562
Labour force participation rate57%
Median age33.2
Avg household size3.0
Unemployment rate11%
Population density5620 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)22%
Single-person households16%
Couple families with children32%
Median household income (2020)$79K

Housing

Renter households33%
Condominium dwellings31%
Median dwelling value (owners)$300K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)31%
Visible minority32%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)22%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 63%
Mother tongue (2nd)Punjabi · 9%

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 areaTop 39%CitywideBottom 44%
Same street · Avaco Drive
#20 / 61
Top 33% · Avg 1,067 sqft
Same area · Valley Gardens
#773 / 2,004
Top 39% · Avg 1,117 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#109,190 / 194,458
Bottom 44% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
238k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 11%Same areaBottom 12%CitywideBottom 15%
Same street · Avaco Drive
#54 / 61
Bottom 11% · Avg 309.9k
Same area · Valley Gardens
#1,761 / 2,004
Bottom 12% · Avg 325.5k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#166,095 / 194,458
Bottom 15% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

Elite
1973
0255075100
Same streetTop 2%Same areaBottom 45%CitywideTop 43%

Lot Size

below average
3,000 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 15%Same areaBottom 10%CitywideBottom 11%

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

161 Avaco Drive — 5 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 1 healthcare (nearest 472 m), 4 parks (nearest 209 m).

Search radius
🏥Healthcare1
🌳Parks4

Crime & Safety

Valley Gardens · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

28

2026

vs. city avg

-5%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-94%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

71%

Sales History

Sold 8/2017CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 10%

Same area

Bottom 10%

City-wide

Bottom 14%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 161 Avaco Drive, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This two-storey home in Valley Gardens presents a practical opportunity in a well-established Winnipeg neighbourhood. Built in 1973, its key appeal lies in a desirable combination of a renovated basement and a lot size that ranks highly for the street. With 1,140 sqft of living space and a 3,000 sqft lot, it offers room to grow. The assessed value positions it as a more accessible entry point compared to many similar-sized homes in the wider area. This property would suit first-time buyers or practical investors looking for a home with foundational updates in a mature neighbourhood, where the value is anchored more in the land and potential than in high-end finishes. A thoughtful perspective is that while the home itself is of average size for the city, its lot size within its immediate context is a standout, suggesting outdoor space or future expansion potential that neighbours may not have.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the lot size compare to nearby homes?
The 3,000 sqft lot is a key feature, ranking in the top 15% on Avaco Drive itself. This means the property likely has more outdoor space than most of its direct neighbours.

2. The home was built in 1973. What should I consider?
While the basement has been renovated, a home of this age will have original major systems, like the roof, windows, and plumbing. A thorough inspection is advised to budget for any upcoming maintenance or updates.

3. Why is the assessed value notably lower than some comparable listings?
The assessed value is a municipal tool for taxation, not market price. However, its lower percentile ranking suggests the home may be valued conservatively relative to the neighbourhood and city, which can be attractive for buyers but should be contextualized with a current market appraisal.

4. There's no garage. How does parking work?
The listing indicates no garage, so parking would be limited to driveway and street parking. It’s worth checking municipal bylaws for any street parking restrictions.

5. What is the neighbourhood like?
Valley Gardens is a mature, established area. The "top 10%" neighbourhood ranking for lot size indicates a community with generally spacious properties, offering a quieter, more residential feel compared to newer, denser subdivisions.