137 Dickens Drive

Westwood, Winnipeg

Property score

77.1

Good

Overall 77.1 · Larger and newer than most nearby homes

1,544 sqft (top 23%) · Built in 1968 (2 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~113k

Transit 70.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 schools, and 1 park nearby

Living Area

Above average

12% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

2 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 86%French · 1%

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

Sold Count

898

Median price

405k

$/sqft

$307/sqft

Avg build year

1966

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Property score

77.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

70.7Good
Living Area1,544 sqft79Good
Year Built196852Fair
Lot Size5,903 sqft74Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity37Low

Community Score

86.7Excellent
Household Income90Excellent
Education Level82Excellent
Housing Stress93Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health60Fair

Neighbourhood Sales

Westwood

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “westwood” (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: #46111090

Community deep dive

$113K

Median household income

$115K

Average household income

3%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.8

P90 / P10 ratio

19%

Single-person households

31%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)1,120
Labour force participation rate58%
Median age50.8
Avg household size2.5
Unemployment rate5%
Population density1098 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)3%
Single-person households19%
Couple families with children31%
Median household income (2020)$113K

Housing

Renter households15%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$400K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)14%
Visible minority9%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)41%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 86%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 1%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,544 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 39%Same areaTop 23%CitywideTop 28%
Same street · Dickens Drive
#27 / 70
Top 39% · Avg 1,445 sqft
Same area · Westwood
#574 / 2,523
Top 23% · Avg 1,372 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#54,585 / 194,458
Top 28% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
374k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 26%Same areaTop 46%CitywideTop 46%
Same street · Dickens Drive
#52 / 70
Bottom 26% · Avg 410.1k
Same area · Westwood
#1,152 / 2,523
Top 46% · Avg 392.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#88,864 / 194,458
Top 46% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1968
0255075100
Same streetTop 24%Same areaTop 18%CitywideTop 50%

Lot Size

around average
5,903 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 36%Same areaBottom 48%CitywideTop 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

137 Dickens Drive — 3 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 2 education (nearest 75 m), 1 parks (nearest 395 m).

Search radius
🏫Education2
🌳Parks1

Crime & Safety

Westwood · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

9

2026

vs. city avg

-69%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-97%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

100%

Sales History

Sold 8/2016CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 4%

Same area

Bottom 21%

City-wide

Bottom 39%

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Highlights & common questions: 137 Dickens Drive, Winnipeg

137 Dickens Drive – Property Summary

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a 1,544 sqft home built in 1968, set on a 5,903 sqft lot in Winnipeg’s Westwood neighbourhood. The living area is slightly above the street average and comfortably above both the neighbourhood and city averages, meaning you get more interior space than many comparable homes in the area. The lot size is close to the local norm, offering a usable outdoor footprint without being oversized.

The year built places it in an older, more established segment of the street and neighbourhood, where homes from the mid-60s are common. That can appeal to buyers who appreciate a mature area with settled landscaping and a consistent architectural character.

Where this property stands out is in value relative to space. Its assessed value of $374k is below the street average ($410.1k) and slightly under the neighbourhood and city averages for comparable homes. For someone looking for above-average square footage without paying a premium, this home offers a practical trade-off. It would suit a buyer who prioritises interior room over a "top-of-the-market" street address, or someone who sees room for long-term value growth in a solid, mid-range neighbourhood.

Five Possible FAQs

1. Why is the assessed value lower than the street average when the living area is larger?
Assessed value reflects more than just square footage—it factors in condition, updates, layout, and comparable sales. It’s possible that homes on Dickens Drive with lower square footage have been renovated or have features (like garages, finished basements, or modern kitchens) that lift their value. A lower assessment can also mean lower property taxes.

2. How does the build year of 1968 affect maintenance or renovations?
Homes from the late 1960s often have solid framing and established foundations, but may need updated electrical, plumbing, or insulation. It’s worth checking the age of the roof, furnace, windows, and whether any structural updates have been made. Being part of a street where the average build year is also 1968 suggests similar maintenance patterns in the area.

3. What does “around average” for lot size actually mean for use?
A 5,903 sqft lot is typical for Westwood and the street. It’s large enough for a garden, patio, or play space, but not oversized for the neighbourhood. It won’t feel cramped or unusually spacious—it’s in the middle range, which is fine for most families and couples.

4. How does this property compare to newer homes in Westwood?
The area’s average build year is 1966, so this home fits right in. Newer builds in the neighbourhood are rarer and usually command higher prices. If you prefer a home with more existing character or a larger floor plan for the price, older homes like this often offer better value per square foot than newer infill builds.

5. What does “top 23% for living area in the neighbourhood” actually mean?
Out of 2,523 comparable homes in Westwood, this property ranks 574th for living area—meaning it is larger than about 77% of similar homes in the neighbourhood. For most buyers, that translates to more usable interior space than average, without being a borderline oversized house that might feel difficult to heat or furnish.

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