442 Lynbrook Drive

Varsity View, Winnipeg

Property score

82.6

Excellent

Overall 82.6 · Newer than most nearby homes

1,571 sqft (top 32%) · Built in 1990 (15 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~105k

Transit 74.0 · 5-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Near average

13% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

15 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 79%Tagalog · 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

82.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

79.6Good
Living Area79
1,571 sqftGood
Year Built78
1990Good
Lot Size97
10,741 sqftExcellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42
Low

Community Score

87.1Excellent
Household Income87
Excellent
Education Level91
Excellent
Housing Stress83
Excellent
Core Housing Need88
Excellent
Employment Health83
Excellent

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: #46110350

Community deep dive

$105K

Median household income

$129K

Average household income

6%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.1

P90 / P10 ratio

26%

Single-person households

34%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)742
Labour force participation rate70%
Median age40.4
Avg household size2.5
Unemployment rate3%
Population density3091 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)6%
Single-person households26%
Couple families with children34%
Median household income (2020)$105K

Housing

Renter households26%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$424K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)15%
Visible minority18%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)53%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 78%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 2%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,571 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 18%Same areaTop 32%CitywideTop 27%
Same street · Lynbrook Drive
#15 / 85
Top 18% · Avg 1,266 sqft
Same area · Varsity View
#269 / 848
Top 32% · Avg 1,387 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#52,064 / 194,458
Top 27% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
500k
0255075100
Same streetTop 16%Same areaTop 31%CitywideTop 20%
Same street · Lynbrook Drive
#14 / 85
Top 16% · Avg 406.4k
Same area · Varsity View
#265 / 848
Top 31% · Avg 444.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#38,410 / 194,458
Top 20% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1990
0255075100
Same streetTop 11%Same areaTop 23%CitywideTop 22%

Lot Size

Elite
10,741 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 11%Same areaTop 14%CitywideTop 5%

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

442 Lynbrook Drive — 3 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 483 m), 1 education (nearest 448 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
Worship1

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

Sold 10/2021CA$550k–600k
Sold price

Same street

Top 13%

Same area

Top 16%

City-wide

Top 10%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 442 Lynbrook Drive, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This 1990-built, one-storey home in Varsity View is defined by its generous, mature lot of over 10,700 sqft—a rare find that places it in the top tier of properties locally. With 1,571 sqft of living space, an unfinished basement, and an attached garage, it offers solid fundamentals. Its appeal lies not just in its size, but in its consistently high rankings across key metrics: it outperforms a vast majority of comparable homes in Winnipeg for lot size, assessed value, and recent sale price, suggesting a property that holds and builds equity effectively. It would particularly suit buyers looking for a long-term family home with ample outdoor space for gardens or play, and for those who value the stability and established character of the Varsity View neighborhood. A thoughtful perspective is that the unfinished basement and the home’s age present a clear, customizable opportunity rather than a drawback, allowing new owners to tailor additional living space to their exact needs without paying a premium for someone else’s finished work.

Key Questions & Answers

1. What do the ranking percentages actually mean?
They show how this property compares to others in its immediate area and across Winnipeg. For example, "in Winnipeg超越95%的其它房屋" means its lot size is larger than 95% of all residential properties in the city, a significant advantage for privacy and outdoor use.

2. The house sold for significantly more than its assessed value in 2021. Why?
The assessed value is for municipal tax purposes and often lags behind the market. The 2021 sale price of $566,000 reflects what a buyer was willing to pay in the competitive market at that time, strongly indicating perceived desirability and value beyond the official assessment.

3. Is an unfinished basement a negative?
Not necessarily. While it requires an investment to finish, it means you avoid the cost and potential of undoing a previous owner’s dated renovation. It provides valuable, flexible space for storage, utilities, and a blank canvas for future living areas, a workshop, or home gym.

4. Who would this property suit best?
It’s ideal for buyers who prioritize land and location over a move-in-ready, modern interior. It suits families or individuals wanting space to grow, gardeners, and those who see value in a home with strong foundational equity where they can gradually add their own personal touches.

5. The home is 36 years old. What should I consider?
While the core structure is established, a home of this age will likely require proactive maintenance and updates to major systems (like roof, windows, HVAC) in the coming years. A thorough inspection is essential to budget for these eventualities, which is typical for any home in this age range.