242 Lynbrook Drive

Varsity View, Winnipeg

Property score

63.6

Fair

Overall 63.6 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

1,050 sqft (bottom 27%) · Built in 1963 (12 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~91k

Transit 62.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 1 nearby route · Within 500m: 1 healthcare facility, 1 shop, and 2 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

24% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

12 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 80%French · 3%

Past 10 years Varsity View sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

281

Median price

492k

$/sqft

$398/sqft

Avg build year

1975

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Property score

63.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

51.5Fair
Living Area52
1,050 sqftFair
Year Built46
1963Low
Lot Size60
4,521 sqftFair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42
Low

Community Score

81.7Excellent
Household Income81
Excellent
Education Level72
Good
Housing Stress100
Excellent
Core Housing Need100
Excellent
Employment Health68
Good

Neighbourhood Sales

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.

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: #46110348

Community deep dive

$91K

Median household income

$105K

Average household income

6%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.2

P90 / P10 ratio

26%

Single-person households

26%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)392
Labour force participation rate62%
Median age48.4
Avg household size2.3
Unemployment rate4%
Population density1866 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)6%
Single-person households26%
Couple families with children26%
Median household income (2020)$91K

Housing

Renter households5%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$348K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)13%
Visible minority8%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)37%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 79%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 2%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,050 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 34%Same areaBottom 27%CitywideBottom 33%
Same street · Lynbrook Drive
#56 / 85
Bottom 34% · Avg 1,266 sqft
Same area · Varsity View
#623 / 848
Bottom 27% · Avg 1,387 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#129,522 / 194,458
Bottom 33% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
317k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 15%Same areaBottom 16%CitywideBottom 34%
Same street · Lynbrook Drive
#72 / 85
Bottom 15% · Avg 406.4k
Same area · Varsity View
#715 / 848
Bottom 16% · Avg 444.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#127,404 / 194,458
Bottom 34% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1963
0255075100
Same streetBottom 40%Same areaBottom 28%CitywideBottom 45%

Lot Size

around average
4,521 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 1%Same areaBottom 3%CitywideBottom 35%

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

242 Lynbrook Drive — 4 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 healthcare (nearest 381 m), 1 shopping (nearest 333 m), 2 parks (nearest 255 m).

Search radius
🏥Healthcare1
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks2

Crime & Safety

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%

Sales History

242 Lynbrook Drive: 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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Highlights & common questions: 242 Lynbrook Drive, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 242 Lynbrook Drive, Varsity View, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a classic, single-story home built in 1963, situated on a generous 4,521 sqft lot in the established Varsity View neighborhood. With 1,050 sqft of living space and a finished basement, it offers a practical, no-frills layout. Its appeal lies in its solid foundation and location within a mature, central community. The property presents a clear opportunity for buyers seeking an entry point into a desirable area, with the lot size being a significant long-term asset. It would best suit a first-time buyer, an investor, or a downsizer comfortable with a home of this vintage. The value proposition is straightforward: you are purchasing location and land, with the house itself offering functional living space that is ripe for personalization or gradual updates over time. A thoughtful perspective is that while its current rankings against newer homes are modest, its stability in a well-regarded neighborhood provides a different kind of security—one based on established community character rather than modern finishes.

Section 2: 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 metrics like size, age, and assessed value. For example, being newer than 41% of Winnipeg homes indicates it's roughly in the middle of the pack for age, which is typical for its neighborhood.

2. Is the basement a legal suite?
The listing states the basement is finished but does not specify it as a legal secondary suite. A buyer should verify its current configuration and compliance with local regulations if rental income is a consideration.

3. What are the implications of a 1963 build year?
Homes from this era often have solid construction but may require updates to major systems like plumbing, electrical, or insulation. A thorough inspection is highly recommended to understand the condition and plan for any modernizations.

4. There's no garage. What are the parking options?
The property has no garage, so parking is limited to the driveway and street. Prospective buyers should assess on-street parking availability, especially during winter parking bans, to ensure it meets their needs.

5. Why is the assessed value lower than similar asking prices in the area?
Municipal assessed value for taxation purposes often lags behind current market values. The assessment is a starting point, but the final sale price will be determined by market conditions, the home's specific condition, and buyer demand for the location.