Property Overview & Key Characteristics
This well-situated two-storey home in Amber Trails offers a practical and modern living space. Built in 2013, it presents a balance of relative newness and established community. With 1,916 sqft of living area and an attached garage on a 5,036 sqft lot, it provides ample room for family life. The home’s appeal lies in its strong positional rankings within a desirable neighbourhood; it sits newer than 90% of homes in Winnipeg and larger than 88% of them, suggesting good long-term value retention in a popular area. The unrenovated basement presents a clean canvas for future customization.
This property would suit first-time buyers or growing families looking for a move-in ready home in a modern suburb without the premium of a brand-new build. It’s also a sensible choice for value-conscious buyers who appreciate statistical advantages—like a newer build year and above-average living space for the city—that may not be immediately obvious but contribute to stable investment potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does this home compare to others in Amber Trails?
The home ranks in the top third of the neighbourhood for its newer build year (2013) and in the top third for living area. This means it’s both newer and larger than many comparable properties in Amber Trails.
2. What does the "unrenovated basement" imply?
It indicates the basement is in original, functional condition but hasn’t been professionally finished or updated. This can be a positive for buyers who want to customize the space to their own taste and budget over time.
3. Is the assessed value a reliable indicator of the listing price?
Not directly. The assessed value ($55.40k) is for municipal tax purposes. The home last sold in 2021 for $57.30k. The listing price will be based on current market conditions, which can differ significantly from both these figures.
4. What are the less obvious advantages of this property?
Its rankings show strength in key metrics for Winnipeg overall (newer and larger than most city homes), which often correlates with broader market appeal. Additionally, being newer than 92% of homes on its specific street suggests it may have more modern building materials and systems than its immediate neighbours.
5. Who might this home not suit?
Buyers seeking a fully updated, turn-key property with a finished basement may find the project potential a drawback. Those prioritizing an exceptionally large lot or a unique, character-filled older home would likely want to look elsewhere.