274 barnes street
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
Price history, assessment value & market trends
274 barnes street
Property Review
Bus & Public Transit
The property at 274 Barnes Street is exceptionally well-connected for public transit, with several stops within a 300-metre walk. The closest is southbound Bairdmore at Barnes, just 98 metres away, serving Route 671. Additionally, the Southbound Pembina at Dalhousie North stop, only 290 metres away, provides access to the high-frequency Route BLUE. This makes commuting to downtown Winnipeg and the University of Manitoba highly convenient.
Route BLUE opens access to numerous key places within a short walk of its stops. For daily needs, multiple supermarkets such as Bulk Barn, Family Foods, and Giant Tiger are reachable via this route. Several clinics, including Greencrest Clinic and Women's Health Clinic, are also accessible, along with schools like Fort Rouge School and George Waters Middle School.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
This location is a hub of convenience with over 20 nearby amenities within a 10-minute walk. You can walk to a dentist at Southern Community Dental Centre in 3 minutes, and to a wide variety of dining options like Hey! I Am Yogost, Pizza Pizza, Dim Sum Garden, and Boston Pizza, all within approximately 3 to 5 minutes. For daily errands, a Shoppers Drug Mart pharmacy is a 5-minute walk, and both Assiniboine Credit Union and BMO banks are within 6 minutes.
Cultural and recreational options are also close by. The Pembina Trail Library is a 5-minute walk away, and coffee lovers have Starbucks and Popocha Tea House nearby. There is even a place of worship and a bar, Obsidian Ultra Lounge, within a 6-minute walk, offering something for everyone in the neighbourhood.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime data for Richmond West shows a significant long-term improvement, with total incidents dropping sharply in the most recent year. After a spike in 2024 where property crime reached 484 incidents and violent crime hit 51, the numbers for 2026 have plummeted to just 14 property crimes and 3 violent crimes. This represents a year-over-year decrease of over 90% in total incidents from 2025 to 2026.
While there were fluctuations in previous years, including a 2022 peak in violent crime, the 2026 data is by far the lowest on record. The trend across all categories—property, violent, other, and drugs—shows consistent declines in the last two years, indicating the neighbourhood has become very safe. However, prospective residents should note that the 2024 figures were elevated before the recent dramatic drop.
Who Is This Home For
274 Barnes Street is an outstanding choice for anyone who values walkability and transit access. With Route BLUE and Route 671 nearby, it is ideal for commuters needing a quick trip to the University of Manitoba or downtown Winnipeg. The plethora of restaurants, banks, and a pharmacy within a 5-minute walk also makes it highly attractive for first-time buyers and retirees seeking convenience without a car.
The recent dramatic improvement in neighbourhood safety from 2024 to 2026 makes it a compelling option for families, who will also benefit from the nearby schools and libraries. Its strong transit links and low crime rates also present a solid case for investors looking for properties in a revitalizing area with high rental demand. Overall, this property is versatile and suits a wide range of buyers.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 274 barnes street, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
Richmond West · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
22
2026
vs. city avg
-25%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -95%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
64%
Transit Score
274 barnes street has excellent transit access. The nearest stop is a 2-minute walk (104 m) away at Southbound Bairdmore at Barnes. Routes 671 and BLUE serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
274 barnes street 500 m 范围内共发现 27 处生活配套，覆盖 6 个类别，含16 处餐饮（最近 224 m）、1 所教育机构（最近 336 m）、5 处医疗设施（最近 206 m）。
Data sources: Winnipeg Transit GTFS (transit stops & routes), OSRM (walking routes), City of Winnipeg open data (nearby places), Winnipeg Police Service (crime statistics).