Property Summary: 91 Bellflower Road, Bridgwater Lakes, Winnipeg
Section 1: Overview & Appeal
This 2013-built, single-storey home in Bridgwater Lakes presents a practical opportunity. Its key characteristics include a manageable 1,423 sqft living space on a generous 4,251 sqft lot, a detached garage, and an unrenovated basement offering potential. The home’s primary appeal lies in its solid fundamentals within a relatively newer Winnipeg community. It suits first-time buyers or practical-minded purchasers looking for a structurally sound, low-maintenance home where they can add value over time. The lot size is a notable asset, offering better outdoor space than many in the immediate area.
While the interior living space is modest for the neighbourhood, the property’s assessed value has held steady. Its appeal is for those who prioritize a newer build year (newer than 90% of Winnipeg homes) and land size over immediate move-in finish, seeing the basement and potential updates as a chance to customize. It’s a home for a buyer comfortable with a property that ranks average to below average on some local metrics but offers a blank canvas in a desirable, modern community.
Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions
1. What does the ranking data actually mean?
The rankings compare this property against others on its street, in Bridgwater Lakes, and across Winnipeg. For example, being "newer than 90% of Winnipeg" is a strong point, while its living area being "better than only 15% on the same street" indicates the homes on Bellflower Road are generally larger.
2. Is the basement finished?
No, the basement is noted as "not renovated," meaning it is unfinished. This presents both a cost and an opportunity for future expansion to suit a buyer's needs.
3. Why is the current assessed value higher than the last sale price?
The home was last sold in November 2019 for $44.8k and is now assessed at $49.4k. This increase reflects the general market appreciation over that period and the city's assessment of its current value for tax purposes.
4. What are the implications of a detached garage?
A detached garage offers flexibility, potentially allowing for a workshop space separate from the house. The trade-off is dealing with Winnipeg winter elements when walking from the garage to the home.
5. The "Sold" ranking shows over 100% for the street. What does that indicate?
This specific metric shows the 2019 sale price was higher than 99% of comparable sales on the street at that time. It suggests the previous purchase was at a premium for the area, a context useful when considering current value.