42 merriwood avenue
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
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42 merriwood avenue
Property Review
Bus & Public Transit
42 Merriwood Avenue is well-served by public transit, with multiple stops on Jefferson Avenue within a five-minute walk. Routes 28 and 37 provide direct access to key destinations including Riverwood Medical Centre, Misericordia Health Centre, and several schools such as Met School and Isaac Newton School. Route 28 also connects to supermarkets like Foodfare, La Grotta, and Sobeys, making errands convenient without a car.
The nearest stop, Westbound Jefferson at Airlies East, is just 191 meters away and serves Route 37. For additional flexibility, Northbound Sinclair at Forest Park is 284 meters away and offers Route 28.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
Within a short walk, residents have access to Collège Garden City Collegiate (115 m, ~2 min walk), K&D Foods convenience store (298 m, ~4 min walk), and Mom's Perogy Factory (299 m, ~4 min walk) for quick meals. Multiple parks are nearby, including Vanier Drive Park (267 m, ~4 min walk) and Teakwood Tot Lot (297 m, ~4 min walk), offering green space for recreation.
Additional amenities include Seven Oaks Soccer Complex (585 m, ~8 min walk) and baseball diamonds (588 m, ~8 min walk), making this a family-friendly location with sports facilities close at hand.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime in Garden City has historically shown a rising trend, with violent incidents increasing from 57 in 2017 to a peak of 148 in 2025. Property crime similarly escalated, reaching 554 incidents in 2025. However, preliminary data for 2026 indicates a dramatic drop to just 31 property crimes and 6 violent incidents, suggesting a strong recent improvement.
The overall trend is improving based on the sharp decline in 2026, though caution is warranted given previous volatility.
Who Is This Home For
42 Merriwood Avenue is ideal for families due to its proximity to multiple schools, parks, and sports facilities. Commuters will appreciate the frequent bus routes and access to key destinations like hospitals and supermarkets. The recent decline in crime makes the neighbourhood increasingly attractive for first-time buyers and investors looking for long-term growth.
Retirees may also find value in the nearby medical centres and walkable amenities.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 42 merriwood avenue, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
Garden City · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
45
2026
vs. city avg
+53%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -94%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
69%
Transit Score
42 merriwood avenue has good transit access. The nearest stop is a 4-minute walk (331 m) away at Westbound Jefferson at Airlies East. Routes 28 and 37 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
42 merriwood avenue — 13 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 299 m), 5 education (nearest 115 m), 1 shopping (nearest 298 m).
Data sources: Winnipeg Transit GTFS (transit stops & routes), OSRM (walking routes), City of Winnipeg open data (nearby places), Winnipeg Police Service (crime statistics). View full property details →