279 Columbia Drive

Whyte Ridge, Winnipeg

Property score

86.9

Excellent

Overall 86.9 · Larger but older than most nearby homes

2,056 sqft (top 15%) · Built in 1987 (7 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~132k

Transit 94.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 parks nearby

Living Area

Above average

23% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

7 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 77%Chinese · 6%

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

86.9 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

84.2Excellent
Living Area2,056 sqft94Excellent
Year Built198778Good
Lot Size5,934 sqft74Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity23Low

Community Score

91.0Excellent
Household Income92Excellent
Education Level91Excellent
Housing Stress100Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health68Good

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: #46111061

Community deep dive

$132K

Median household income

$170K

Average household income

3%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.2

P90 / P10 ratio

10%

Single-person households

39%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)629
Labour force participation rate67%
Median age52.0
Avg household size2.7
Unemployment rate9%
Population density1850 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)3%
Single-person households10%
Couple families with children39%
Median household income (2020)$132K

Housing

Renter households4%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$460K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)11%
Visible minority13%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)56%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 76%
Mother tongue (2nd)Chinese · 5%

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

Rankings

Living Area

Elite
2,056 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 5%Same areaTop 15%CitywideTop 10%
Same street · Columbia Drive
#2 / 37
Top 5% · Avg 1,615 sqft
Same area · Whyte Ridge
#367 / 2,382
Top 15% · Avg 1,666 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#18,542 / 194,458
Top 10% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
522k
0255075100
Same streetTop 19%Same areaTop 43%CitywideTop 16%
Same street · Columbia Drive
#7 / 37
Top 19% · Avg 503k
Same area · Whyte Ridge
#1,028 / 2,382
Top 43% · Avg 529.6k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#31,974 / 194,458
Top 16% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1987
0255075100
Same streetBottom 32%Same areaBottom 17%CitywideTop 25%

Lot Size

around average
5,934 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 38%Same areaTop 38%CitywideTop 34%

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

279 Columbia Drive — 2 amenities found within 500 m, across 1 categories, including 2 parks (nearest 307 m).

Search radius
🌳Parks2

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 7/2017CA$450k–500k
Sold price

Same street

Top 38%

Same area

Bottom 40%

City-wide

Top 22%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 279 Columbia Drive, Winnipeg

279 Columbia Drive – Property Summary

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This 1987-built home on Columbia Drive stands out primarily for its generous living space. At 2,056 square feet, it ranks in the top 5% on its street and top 10% citywide, offering significantly more interior room than the average Winnipeg home (1,342 sqft). The 5,934 sqft lot is close to the neighbourhood average, so the emphasis here is on comfortable indoor square footage rather than a large yard.

The assessed value of $522,000 is above the city average but sits very close to the median for the surrounding Whyte Ridge community. This suggests the property is priced in line with its immediate neighbours, despite offering more space than many of them. The home’s age (1987) is older than the Whyte Ridge average (1994), which may appeal to buyers who prefer established construction over newer builds, or who see potential for updating to build equity.

This property would suit buyers who prioritize interior space—such as a growing family, someone who works from home and needs a dedicated office, or anyone who values room to spread out. It is less suited for someone seeking a newer, move-in-ready home or a large, private lot.


Frequently Asked Questions

  1. How does the living space compare to other homes nearby?
    The home is one of the largest on Columbia Drive and well above average for Whyte Ridge. At 2,056 sqft, it is about 27% larger than the typical home in the neighbourhood (1,666 sqft).

  2. Is the assessed value a good indicator of market price?
    The assessment is a reference point for property tax, not a guaranteed market value. While the home is assessed close to the neighbourhood average, its larger floor plan and older construction could mean it sells either above or below that figure depending on interior condition and buyer demand.

  3. What does the 1987 build year mean in practical terms?
    Homes from this era often have solid framing and established landscaping. However, systems like the furnace, roof, and windows may be approaching or past typical replacement age. A home inspection is recommended to clarify the remaining lifespan of major components.

  4. Is the lot large enough for additions or a garage expansion?
    The lot is slightly smaller than the street and neighbourhood averages. While 5,934 sqft allows for a typical backyard and frontage, any significant expansion would require checking local zoning bylaws and setback requirements specific to Columbia Drive.

  5. How does this home compare to others in the same price range citywide?
    Citywide, a $522,000 assessment places this home in the top 16%. Most Winnipeg homes at this value are smaller in living area (average 1,342 sqft), so this property offers a strong “space-per-dollar” advantage, particularly if you are comparing within the same price bracket.

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