88 Abbotsford Crescent

Vista, Winnipeg

Property score

58.5

Fair

Overall 58.5 · Older than most nearby homes

960 sqft (bottom 33%) · Built in 1962 (12 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~89k

Transit 86.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 4 dining spots, 1 healthcare facility, 3 shops, and 2 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

14% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

12 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 62%French · 8%

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

58.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

46.3Low
Living Area960 sqft42Low
Year Built196246Low
Lot Size5,198 sqft67Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity37Low

Community Score

76.8Good
Household Income80Excellent
Education Level54Fair
Housing Stress100Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health60Fair

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: #46111004

Community deep dive

$89K

Median household income

$90K

Average household income

8%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.6

P90 / P10 ratio

18%

Single-person households

24%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)460
Labour force participation rate58%
Median age40.8
Avg household size2.8
Unemployment rate5%
Population density938 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)8%
Single-person households18%
Couple families with children24%
Median household income (2020)$89K

Housing

Renter households0%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$324K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)17%
Visible minority20%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)28%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 61%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 7%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
960 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 31%Same areaBottom 33%CitywideBottom 22%
Same street · Abbotsford Crescent
#53 / 77
Bottom 31% · Avg 1,062 sqft
Same area · Vista
#338 / 502
Bottom 33% · Avg 1,120 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#150,758 / 194,458
Bottom 22% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
362k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 49%Same areaBottom 34%CitywideTop 50%
Same street · Abbotsford Crescent
#39 / 77
Bottom 49% · Avg 364.3k
Same area · Vista
#330 / 502
Bottom 34% · Avg 379.9k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#96,445 / 194,458
Top 50% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1962
0255075100
Same streetBottom 27%Same areaBottom 8%CitywideBottom 44%

Lot Size

around average
5,198 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 30%Same areaBottom 41%CitywideTop 50%

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

88 Abbotsford Crescent — 12 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 4 dining (nearest 389 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 384 m), 3 shopping (nearest 222 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining4
🏥Healthcare1
🛒Shopping3
🌳Parks2
Fuel Stations1
🏛️Government1

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 5/2021CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 22%

Same area

Bottom 26%

City-wide

Bottom 39%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 88 Abbotsford Crescent, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 88 Abbotsford Crescent

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This 960 sqft bungalow, built in 1962 on a 5,198 sqft lot, presents a solid, no-surprises offering in the Vista neighborhood. Its primary appeal lies in its stability and value consistency within its immediate context. The home sits comfortably in the middle of the pack on its own street and within the Vista area for both size and assessed value ($362k), indicating it’s a typical and fairly priced property for this specific community. It’s not the largest or newest, but it holds its ground locally.

This property would suit pragmatic first-time buyers or downsizers seeking an established, no-fuss neighborhood where the home’s value is unlikely to deviate significantly from the local norm. It’s for those who prioritize community fit over standout features, offering a manageable lot and living space without the premium or the challenges of a more unique property. A thoughtful perspective is that its "average" rankings are a form of insulation from market volatility—it’s a known quantity, which can be a strategic advantage in shifting economic climates.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this home considered small?
While the living area is below the Winnipeg city average, it is very much on par with the typical home on Abbotsford Crescent and within the wider Vista neighborhood. It reflects the character and scale of this specific area.

2. How does the 1962 build year compare?
The home is older than most in the Vista neighborhood but is close to the citywide average. This suggests well-established infrastructure and mature landscaping, but buyers should factor in the potential for age-related updates.

3. Is the assessed value a good indicator of the listing price?
The assessed value is a strong indicator of municipal valuation for tax purposes. That it aligns closely with the street and neighborhood averages suggests the home is not an outlier, providing a reliable benchmark for market pricing discussions.

4. What does the lot size mean for me?
At just over 5,000 sqft, the lot is slightly smaller than the street average but typical for the area. It offers a manageable outdoor space for gardening or recreation without the maintenance demands of a significantly larger yard.

5. What do these rankings actually tell me?
They provide context, not a verdict. They show this property is a core, representative example of its street and neighborhood rather than a standout or a fixer-upper. This can mean less competition for a "unique" find, but also predictable resale dynamics among comparable homes.

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