Property score
62.7
Fair
Overall 62.7 · Older than most nearby homes
1,248 sqft (bottom 48%) · Built in 1948 (27 yrs older than avg)
Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~77k
Transit 74.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 school, 1 healthcare facility, 1 shop, and 1 park nearby
Living Area
Near average
10% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Below average
27 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 78%Tagalog · 4%
Past 10 years Varsity View sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
281
492k
$398/sqft
1975
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62.7 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
Varsity View
How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “varsity view” (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: #46110349
$77K
Median household income
$79K
Average household income
6%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
2.4
P90 / P10 ratio
41%
Single-person households
19%
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.
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.
Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
237 Laxdal Road — 5 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 1 education (nearest 322 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 225 m), 1 shopping (nearest 244 m).
Varsity View · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
6
2026
vs. city avg
-80%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -93%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
83%
237 Laxdal Road: We are not showing a transaction history based solely on public data; that does not mean no sale ever occurred. You can still request details by email in the “Data notes” section below—we will look it up manually and reply with the most accurate information available.
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Summary: 237 Laxdal Road, Varsity View, Winnipeg
Key Characteristics, Appeal & Ideal Buyer
This is a classic, well-maintained two-storey home on a large, mature lot in the established Varsity View neighbourhood. Its key characteristics include a finished basement, a detached garage, and generous 9,004 sqft land area. Built in 1948, the home offers 1,248 sqft of living space.
The primary appeal lies in its location and land. The property ranks in the top 8% of Winnipeg for lot size, offering exceptional outdoor space and potential in a central, desirable area near the University of Manitoba. Its high rankings for lot size within the street (top 23%) and community (top 22%) underscore its standout characteristic. It suits buyers looking for a character home with room to grow, garden, or entertain, who value space over a modern build. It’s ideal for those comfortable with the maintenance of an older home but who want the security of a finished basement and the rarity of a large lot in the city core. A thoughtful perspective is that this property represents a "land-value play" with a liveable house; its greatest asset is the expansive plot in a prime location, offering future potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What does the "ranking" data mean?
The rankings compare this property against others on its street, in Varsity View, and across all of Winnipeg for specific metrics (like lot size or age). For example, being in the "top 8%" for lot size in Winnipeg means 92% of properties have a smaller lot, highlighting a key strength.
2. The house was built in 1948. What should I consider?
While the home has been maintained and the basement is finished, buyers should budget for the upkeep typical of a 78-year-old structure. This includes potential updates to systems like plumbing or electrical, and ensuring insulation and windows meet modern efficiency standards.
3. How does the assessment value relate to the likely selling price?
The municipal assessment of $324,000 is for tax purposes and is based on past market data. In a desirable neighbourhood with a lot this size, the competitive market price is often different. It's a starting point, not a predictor of sale price.
4. What are the advantages of a detached garage?
A detached garage offers flexibility—it can be used for parking, storage, or as a workshop without noise or fumes entering the house. It also provides more options for future landscaping or garden projects on the large lot.
5. Is the large lot more of an opportunity or a responsibility?
Both. It offers fantastic space for gardens, play, or expansion, which is rare in central neighbourhoods. However, it also means more yard work, higher landscaping costs, and potentially higher property taxes relative to houses on standard-sized lots.
