1048 Dakota Street

Vista, Winnipeg

Property score

65.3

Good

Overall 65.3 · Newer than most nearby homes

1,090 sqft (top 37%) · Built in 1980 (6 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~94k

Transit 94.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 3 schools nearby

Living Area

Near average

3% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

6 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 67%French · 9%

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

Sold Count

166

Median price

402.9k

$/sqft

$420/sqft

Avg build year

1974

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Property score

65.3 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

57.5Fair
Living Area1,090 sqft52Fair
Year Built198067Good
Lot Size5,550 sqft74Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity37Low

Community Score

77.0Good
Household Income82Excellent
Education Level54Fair
Housing Stress100Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health52Fair

Neighbourhood Sales

Vista

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “vista” (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: #46111006

Community deep dive

$94K

Median household income

$100K

Average household income

6%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.5

P90 / P10 ratio

21%

Single-person households

26%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)504
Labour force participation rate54%
Median age45.6
Avg household size2.4
Unemployment rate4%
Population density3360 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)6%
Single-person households21%
Couple families with children26%
Median household income (2020)$94K

Housing

Renter households15%
Condominium dwellings10%
Median dwelling value (owners)$348K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)21%
Visible minority22%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)26%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 67%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 9%

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

Rankings

Living Area

Elite
1,090 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 3%Same areaTop 37%CitywideBottom 39%
Same street · Dakota Street
#1 / 33
Top 3% · Avg 914 sqft
Same area · Vista
#184 / 502
Top 37% · Avg 1,120 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#119,484 / 194,458
Bottom 39% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
387k
0255075100
Same streetTop 6%Same areaTop 37%CitywideTop 42%
Same street · Dakota Street
#2 / 33
Top 6% · Avg 343.8k
Same area · Vista
#187 / 502
Top 37% · Avg 379.9k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#81,326 / 194,458
Top 42% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1980
0255075100
Same streetBottom 24%Same areaTop 17%CitywideTop 34%

Lot Size

Elite
5,550 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 3%Same areaTop 50%CitywideTop 42%

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

1048 Dakota Street — 3 amenities found within 500 m, across 1 categories, including 3 education (nearest 276 m).

Search radius
🏫Education3

Crime & Safety

Vista · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

1

2026

vs. city avg

-97%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-98%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

100%

Full crime data for Vista →Winnipeg crime overview →

Sales History

Sold 9/2022CA$400k–450k
Sold price

Same street

Top 10%

Same area

Top 10%

City-wide

Top 27%

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Highlights & common questions: 1048 Dakota Street, Winnipeg

Property Summary: 1048 Dakota Street, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This well-situated home at 1048 Dakota Street presents a compelling blend of space, value, and location within the Vista neighborhood. Its primary appeal lies in its standout characteristics relative to its immediate street, offering more than what is typical for the area.

The home features a generous 1,090 sqft of living space, which is notably larger than most on Dakota Street (ranking in the top 3%). It sits on a substantial 5,550 sqft lot, the largest on the street (top 3%), providing excellent outdoor potential. While the 1980 build date is older than some direct neighbors, it is newer than many homes in the broader Vista area and city. With an assessed value of $387k, it is positioned above the street average but aligns closely with neighborhood and city benchmarks, suggesting a solid valuation.

This property would suit practical buyers looking for a "best on the block" scenario in terms of indoor and outdoor space. It’s ideal for someone who values a larger yard and more spacious interior than nearby homes offer, without a premium that places it far outside area norms. It also appeals to the value-conscious buyer who appreciates that its official assessment is already in line with broader market averages, providing a grounded starting point.

A less obvious perspective is that this home offers a relative sense of privacy and room to grow that is uncommon on its specific street, while still being part of a well-established, mature neighborhood. It represents an opportunity to own one of the larger properties in its immediate micro-location, which can be a durable advantage.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does this home’s size compare to others nearby?
At 1,090 sqft, the living area is significantly larger than the average home on Dakota Street (914 sqft). It is very close to the Vista neighborhood average and slightly below the citywide average for comparable properties.

2. Is the assessed value reasonable for the area?
Yes. The $387k assessment is above the average for Dakota Street but aligns closely with the averages for both the wider Vista neighborhood ($379.9k) and the city of Winnipeg ($390.1k), indicating it is assessed in line with the broader market.

3. What is the lot size, and is it a standout feature?
The lot is 5,550 sqft. This is the largest lot on Dakota Street, making it a premier feature for this specific street. It is just slightly below the average lot size for the Vista neighborhood.

4. The home was built in 1980. Is that older than the neighbors?
On Dakota Street, yes. The average build year for comparable homes on the street is 1988, so this home is slightly older than its immediate peers. However, it is actually newer than the average home in both the Vista neighborhood and Winnipeg overall.

5. What do these rankings mean for resale value?
The rankings indicate this property excels in space (both living area and land) on its own street. This "best on the block" status for key features can be a stable advantage. Its metrics are more average when zooming out to the neighborhood or city, which suggests its value is not based on an unusual outlier premium but on solid, comparable fundamentals.

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