Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile

This is a 1,020 sqft single-family home built in 1956, on a 5,501 sqft lot. Its strongest point is its assessed value relative to the street it sits on: it ranks 4th out of 22 homes on Briarwood Road (top 18%), meaning you’re getting a property with a tax assessment that’s notably higher than the street average. The trade-off is that the living space is on the smaller side for its street and city—ranking 18th out of 22 (bottom 82%) on the road, and 72nd percentile citywide. The land size is right in the middle for the street but slightly below the neighbourhood and city averages.

The appeal here is less about square footage or a big yard, and more about relative value within a specific block. Because the home’s assessed value punches above its size ranking on this street, it suggests the property may have features that the market or assessor values beyond just floor area—lot location, condition, or perhaps a renovation that didn’t add square metres but did add worth. The neighbourhood, Windsor Park, has homes averaging around 1,091 sqft and 1961 construction, so this property fits the general character of the area but is one of the older homes (built 1956 ranks 75th percentile for age in the neighbourhood).

This property would best suit a buyer who values being on a street where few homes are assessed higher—this often correlates with more established landscaping, better privacy, or a well-maintained structure—and is less concerned with having the largest interior or newest build. It’s a sensible fit for someone who wants a solid mid-century home in a stable area, and who recognizes that the living space is modest but the asset value on the street is strong. First-time buyers comfortable with a smaller footprint, or downsizers who appreciate a manageable interior with a decent lot, should take a closer look.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this home smaller than typical homes in Windsor Park?
   Not by much. The average living area in the neighbourhood is about 1,091 sqft, and this home is 1,020 sqft—roughly 6.5% smaller, which is fairly close. It’s more noticeably smaller than the citywide average of 1,342 sqft, but that’s expected for an older, inner-ring neighbourhood.

2. Why is the property’s assessed value higher than others on the same street if it’s not the biggest or newest?
   Assessed value isn’t just about square footage and age. It can reflect overall condition, upgrades, lot position (corner lots or those with fewer neighbours, for example), mature trees, or even recent permit work that increased livability without expanding the footprint. This property ranks 4th out of 22 on the street for value, so it’s likely one of the better-kept homes in that block.

3. How much land does it have, and is that a concern?
   The lot is 5,501 sqft, which is almost exactly the street average (5,620 sqft) and slightly below the Windsor Park average (6,030 sqft). It’s not a huge yard by city standards, but it’s perfectly in line with what’s typical on Briarwood Road. If you want more outdoor space, you’d need to look at other streets or newer subdivisions.

4. Is a 1956 home likely to have major maintenance issues?
   A home of this age can have original systems or outdated wiring, plumbing, and insulation, but that’s true of any mid-century house. The data doesn’t tell you what’s been updated—only the build year. If the assessment is high relative to the street, it might signal that the property has been maintained or improved. Always get a professional inspection to check the roof, furnace, electrical panel, and foundation specifically.

5. How does this property compare to the city as a whole?
   It’s slightly below average in living area (1,020 vs. 1,342 sqft), slightly below average in lot size (5,501 vs. 6,570 sqft), and older than the typical Winnipeg home (1956 vs. 1966). Its assessed value is close to the city median (ranking 49th percentile). Overall, it’s a reasonably affordable, modest home that’s a little older and a little smaller than the city norm, but it holds its own in its immediate street context.