5-449 pandora avenue w
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
Price history, assessment value & market trends
5-449 pandora avenue w
Property Review
Bus & Public Transit
This property at 5-449 Pandora Avenue West is exceptionally well-served by public transit. The nearest stop, Westbound Pandora at Hoka, is just 56 meters away and serves Route 444, while the Eastbound stop is only 63 meters away. Additionally, the FX3 route is accessible within a 200-meter walk on Regent Avenue, providing fast connections across the city.
Transit access opens up key destinations including the Plessis Medical Center (clinic) and École Pierre-Elliot Trudeau school via Route 444, while Route FX3 connects to the Real Canadian Superstore, African Food General supermarket, and several other schools like Fort Rouge School and Winnipeg South Academy.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
Within a 10-minute walk, residents enjoy a variety of parks including Yale Avenue Playground (6 min), Scouts Park (7 min), and Jurkowski Memorial Park (9 min). For dining, Szeto's Chinese Food and Salisbury House are both about 11 minutes away, and fast food options include Wendy's and Tim Hortons within a 10-11 minute walk.
Nearby services include Access Credit Union (10 min walk), Snap Fitness (11 min), and multiple places of worship such as St. George's Anglican Transcona (6 min) and Saint Joseph the Worker Church (8 min). Joe's Pandora Inn provides a local bar option just 9 minutes away.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime in Melrose has shown a long-term improving trend with significant drops in recent years. Property incidents decreased from 87 in 2021 to 51 in 2025, and violent crime fell from 41 in 2023 to just 1 in 2026. The most recent data (2026) shows only 3 property incidents and 1 violent incident, indicating a dramatic improvement.
While there were fluctuations in earlier years, the overall trajectory since 2021 is positive. The 2026 figures represent a 94% reduction in property crime and a 97% drop in violent crime compared to 2023 peaks, making the neighbourhood increasingly safe.
Who Is This Home For
This property offers strong transit connectivity, abundant nearby amenities, and a rapidly improving safety profile, making it a compelling choice for a wide range of buyers. The area is particularly well-suited for families due to the proximity of parks, schools, and recreational spaces.
First-time buyers will appreciate the affordability typically found in the Melrose area combined with walkable access to essentials. Commuters benefit from the frequent Route 444 and FX3 buses, while investors may see potential given the improving crime statistics and stable rental demand from nearby amenities.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 5-449 pandora avenue w, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
Melrose · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
5
2026
vs. city avg
-83%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -94%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
60%
Transit Score
5-449 pandora avenue w has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 2-minute walk (146 m) away at Westbound Pandora at Hoka. Routes 444 and FX3 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
5-449 pandora avenue w — 2 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 1 parks (nearest 433 m).
Data sources: Winnipeg Transit GTFS (transit stops & routes), OSRM (walking routes), City of Winnipeg open data (nearby places), Winnipeg Police Service (crime statistics).