139 Bessboro Street

Whyte Ridge, Winnipeg

Property score

85.6

Excellent

Overall 85.6 · Older than most nearby homes

1,797 sqft (top 36%) · Built in 1987 (7 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~137k

Transit 92.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 5 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 school, 2 parks, 1 fuel station, and 2 place of worships nearby

Living Area

Near average

8% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

7 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 63%Chinese · 10%

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

Sold Count

752

Median price

536.3k

$/sqft

$352/sqft

Avg build year

1994

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Property score

85.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

81.5Excellent
Living Area86
1,797 sqftExcellent
Year Built78
1987Good
Lot Size88
7,046 sqftExcellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity23
Low

Community Score

91.8Excellent
Household Income92
Excellent
Education Level91
Excellent
Housing Stress93
Excellent
Core Housing Need100
Excellent
Employment Health83
Excellent

Neighbourhood Sales

Whyte Ridge

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “whyte ridge” (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: #46111215

Community deep dive

$137K

Median household income

$155K

Average household income

7%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.8

P90 / P10 ratio

9%

Single-person households

52%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)832
Labour force participation rate73%
Median age41.6
Avg household size3.1
Unemployment rate6%
Population density3617 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)7%
Single-person households9%
Couple families with children52%
Median household income (2020)$137K

Housing

Renter households0%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$488K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)32%
Visible minority37%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)54%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 63%
Mother tongue (2nd)Chinese · 10%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,797 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 41%Same areaTop 36%CitywideTop 17%
Same street · Bessboro Street
#29 / 49
Bottom 41% · Avg 1,864 sqft
Same area · Whyte Ridge
#852 / 2,382
Top 36% · Avg 1,666 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#33,629 / 194,458
Top 17% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
515k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 20%Same areaTop 48%CitywideTop 17%
Same street · Bessboro Street
#39 / 49
Bottom 20% · Avg 558.3k
Same area · Whyte Ridge
#1,141 / 2,382
Top 48% · Avg 529.6k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#33,907 / 194,458
Top 17% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1987
0255075100
Same streetBottom 24%Same areaBottom 17%CitywideTop 25%

Lot Size

above average
7,046 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 35%Same areaTop 20%CitywideTop 17%

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

139 Bessboro Street — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 education (nearest 478 m), 2 parks (nearest 183 m).

Search radius
🏫Education1
🌳Parks2
Fuel Stations1
Worship2

Crime & Safety

Whyte Ridge · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

4

2026

vs. city avg

-86%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-95%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Violent

75%

Sales History

Sold 12/2017CA$350k–400k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 1%

Same area

Bottom 3%

City-wide

Top 44%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 139 Bessboro Street, Winnipeg

139 Bessboro Street – Property Summary

Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile

This 1,797 sqft home on a 7,046 sqft lot was built in 1987 and is assessed at $515,000. It sits in the Whyte Ridge neighbourhood of Winnipeg. The property’s standout feature is its land: the lot size ranks in the top 20% within the neighbourhood and top 17% citywide, which is unusual for a home of this era in an established area. The living area is slightly below the street average but still places in the top 17% citywide, meaning it offers more interior space than most Winnipeg homes. The assessed value, while below the street average, is right around the neighbourhood median and well above the citywide average—reflecting both the land premium and the area’s relative desirability. The 1987 build date puts it among the older homes on Bessboro Street and within Whyte Ridge, though it is newer than the typical Winnipeg home. This property would suit buyers who prioritize outdoor space and a generous lot over a brand-new interior finish. It may appeal to families looking for room to expand, gardeners, or those who want a home in a mature neighbourhood with established trees and larger yards. The combination of a solid, older build with a sizable lot also makes it a candidate for future renovation or addition, provided zoning allows.


Five Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does this home compare to others in Whyte Ridge?
It sits slightly below the neighbourhood average in assessed value and year built, but above average in land area. The living area is right around the neighbourhood median. In short, you get a larger lot than most nearby homes, but the house itself is a bit older and valued a little less than the street’s newer builds.

2. Is the assessed value of $515,000 a reliable indicator of market price?
Assessed value is a lagging indicator based on market conditions at a set point in time (typically 1–2 years prior). It gives a useful baseline, but current sale prices on the street and in the neighbourhood should be your primary guide. On Bessboro Street, the average assessed value is $558,300, so this property is priced below that benchmark—but check recent sales to be sure.

3. Why is the lot considered above average, and what does that mean practically?
At 7,046 sqft, the lot is about 300 sqft larger than the street average and nearly 900 sqft larger than the neighbourhood average. That extra space could mean a bigger backyard, more room for a deck or garden, or potential for a future addition (subject to city bylaws). It’s a real differentiator in an area where lots tend to be smaller.

4. The home was built in 1987—are there common concerns with homes of that era?
Homes from the late 1980s are generally well-built, but you should look into the condition of the roof, windows, and mechanical systems (furnace, AC, hot water tank) as they may be nearing or past their expected lifespan. Polybutylene plumbing was sometimes used in that period—check if it’s present and whether it has been updated. Electrical panels from that era are typically fine, but an inspection is always wise.

5. What is the neighbourhood like in terms of schools, transit, and amenities?
Whyte Ridge is a family-oriented suburb with several schools within walking or short driving distance, including Whyte Ridge Elementary and Acadia Junior High. There are parks, a community centre, and a retail strip along McGillivray Boulevard. Transit service is available but not as frequent as in denser parts of the city; a car is practical for most errands.