53 Frontenac Bay – Property Summary

Key Characteristics and Buyer Profile

This is a 1,092-square-foot home built in 1956, sitting on a 5,800-square-foot lot in Winnipeg’s Windsor Park neighbourhood. Its standout feature is the property’s position on Frontenac Bay itself—one of the older, more established streets in the area. The home ranks in the top 5% on its street for living area, and it’s the oldest house on the block, which is less a drawback than a sign of a mature street with consistent character. The assessed value of $356,000 is above the street average ($338,900), but roughly in line with the neighbourhood and city medians. What makes this property distinctive is the land: at 5,800 square feet, it’s above average for the street (top 17%), though slightly below the neighbourhood and city averages. The appeal here is less about square footage inside and more about having a solid, well-positioned lot on a street that ranks well by local standards. This would suit a buyer who values location and outdoor space over a large interior footprint—someone willing to update or personalize a mid-century home rather than pay a premium for a newer build. It’s also a reasonable fit for a first-time buyer looking for a home in a stable, established neighbourhood with citywide accessibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the assessed value compare to similar homes nearby?
The home’s $356,000 assessment is above the Frontenac Bay average of $338,900, putting it in the top 25% on the street. At the neighbourhood and city level, it’s essentially at the median—around average for Windsor Park and for Winnipeg as a whole. So you’re paying a slight premium for the street itself, not for the neighbourhood broadly.

2. Is the older construction a concern, or is that typical for the area?
1956 is the earliest build on Frontenac Bay, and the street average is exactly the same year, meaning the whole block has similar vintage stock. In the broader Windsor Park neighbourhood, the average build year is 1961, so this is slightly older but not unusual for the area. The home is typical of mid-century construction in Winnipeg—solid framing, often with room for renovation. It’s not a red flag, but buyers should budget for updates depending on what’s been done since.

3. The living area is above average for the street but below the city average. Does that matter?
It depends on your needs. On Frontenac Bay, 1,092 square feet is top 5%, so it’s generous compared to neighbours. Citywide, the average is 1,342 square feet, so the home is smaller than many Winnipeg homes. For a couple or small family, that’s likely fine. For someone needing significant indoor space, it may feel tight. The trade-off is a larger lot—you get more yard than interior.

4. What’s the land actually like? Is 5,800 square feet usable?
Yes. The lot is above average for the street (top 17%), and while the neighbourhood average is 6,030 square feet and the city average 6,570, 5,800 square feet is still a good-sized lot for an urban property in Winnipeg. It allows for a decent backyard, potential for a garage or garden suite, and some separation from neighbours—rare on newer, denser streets.

5. Who typically buys homes on Frontenac Bay?
Based on the street’s rankings, buyers here tend to prioritize location, lot size, and a quiet bay setting over new construction or large square footage. Many are people who see the potential in an older home—either as a family home with room to expand, or as a renovation project. It’s not a starter home street for people who want turnkey, but it is a strong choice for those who value a mature, low-traffic street with good city access.