259 Novavista Drive

Vista, Winnipeg

Property score

53.1

Fair

Overall 53.1 · Smaller but newer than most nearby homes

809 sqft (bottom 5%) · Built in 1978 (4 yrs newer than avg)

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

Transit 92.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 5 nearby routes · Within 500m: 3 schools, and 2 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

28% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

4 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

53.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

37.1Low
Living Area809 sqft32Low
Year Built197867Good
Lot Size2,499 sqft18Low
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

below average
809 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 20%Same areaBottom 5%CitywideBottom 10%
Same street · Novavista Drive
#177 / 220
Bottom 20% · Avg 968 sqft
Same area · Vista
#479 / 502
Bottom 5% · Avg 1,120 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#175,765 / 194,458
Bottom 10% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
253k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 1%Same areaBottom 1%CitywideBottom 18%
Same street · Novavista Drive
#217 / 220
Bottom 1% · Avg 333.1k
Same area · Vista
#498 / 502
Bottom 1% · Avg 379.9k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#159,758 / 194,458
Bottom 18% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1978
0255075100
Same streetBottom 30%Same areaTop 21%CitywideTop 35%

Lot Size

below average
2,499 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 17%Same areaBottom 4%CitywideBottom 4%

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

259 Novavista Drive — 5 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 3 education (nearest 251 m), 2 parks (nearest 472 m).

Search radius
🏫Education3
🌳Parks2

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 3/2022CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 19%

Same area

Bottom 7%

City-wide

Bottom 24%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 259 Novavista Drive, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This home presents a clear value-oriented opportunity within its neighborhood. Its key characteristic is that it is consistently below average in size and assessed value compared to nearby properties, yet it is an older build within a somewhat newer local context. The appeal lies squarely in its accessibility. With a living area of 809 sqft and an assessed value significantly lower than the street, community, and city averages, it offers a notably lower entry point into the Vista area. This could suit first-time buyers prioritizing location within their budget, investors seeking a rental property with a relatively low tax base, or downsizers looking for a manageable space without a premium price tag. A less obvious perspective is that its 1978 build year, while older than others on its street, is actually newer than many homes in the wider Vista community, potentially suggesting a sweet spot in construction eras before certain building code changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this a small house?
Yes, at 809 sqft, the living space is smaller than most comparable homes on its street, in the Vista community, and across Winnipeg.

2. Why is the property tax assessment so much lower than the neighbors?
The assessed value is based on factors like living area, land size, age, and market trends. Because this home is smaller on a smaller lot and has a lower assessed value, it ranks in the bottom tier for its immediate area, which typically translates to lower municipal property taxes.

3. The house was built in 1978. Is that a concern?
While newer than the average home in the broader Vista community, it is slightly older than the average on its specific street. As with any home of this age, the condition of major systems (roof, windows, furnace) will be more important than the build year itself.

4. What does the ranking data actually tell me?
The rankings show how this property compares to similar ones in three expanding circles: its street, the Vista area, and all of Winnipeg. For example, being in the "top 99%" for assessed value means 99% of comparable properties in the area are assessed higher—confirming its position as a lower-value home in that locale.

5. Who would this property not be suitable for?
It would likely not suit buyers looking for ample indoor living space, a large yard, or a property at the higher end of the neighborhood's value spectrum. Those prioritizing square footage or future value growth based on lot size may find it limiting.

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