413 boyd avenue

Residents enjoy excellent walkability with numerous everyday amenities within a 5-8 minute walk. The Church of Pentecost, a Shell gas station, and Mom & Dad's Grocery (only 263 m away) are all within a 4-minute stroll. For recreation, Rejoice Fun Park (334 m) and Machray Park (528 m) provide green spaces close by.

A variety of schools, clinics, and places of worship are clustered in the area. Machray School is 5 minutes away on foot, St. John's High School is 7 minutes away, and multiple churches ranging from St. Mary’s Parish to the Ashkenazi Synagogue are within a 5-10 minute walk. The Hope Centre Health Care clinic is also just 5 minutes from the property.

Crime data for St. John's shows a dramatic improvement in overall safety from 2025 to 2026. Total incidents plummeted from over 1,300 in 2025 to just 101 in 2026, with property crime dropping by 94% and violent crime down by nearly 92%. Drug-related offenses also saw a steep decline of 87%.

While crime spiked in 2022 and 2025 particularly for violent and property categories, the 2026 figures represent the lowest levels recorded in the dataset. The neighbourhood continues to see very low traffic incidents (3 in 2026) and fewer federal statute violations, suggesting a strong positive trend.

413 Boyd Avenue is a strong choice for first-time buyers and families due to its proximity to multiple schools, parks, and grocery stores within a short walk. The recent dramatic drop in crime rates enhances its appeal for those seeking an affordable, community-oriented neighbourhood in Winnipeg.

Commuters will appreciate the immediate access to Route D11 (a rapid transit line) and Route 38, connecting quickly to downtown and key amenities. Investors may also find opportunity given the improving safety trend and solid transit links, which could boost long-term desirability.