Property Overview: 38 Woodcrest Drive, Garden City, Winnipeg
Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal
This one-storey home in Garden City is a practical and well-situated property. Its key characteristic is a renovated basement, adding valuable finished living space to the 1,297 sqft footprint. Built in 1963, the house is actually older than many in the immediate area, which can sometimes indicate a well-established, mature neighbourhood streetscape. The living area is above average for Woodcrest Drive itself, suggesting a slightly more spacious offering among its direct peers.
The appeal lies in its solid, middle-of-the-road metrics. It’s not an outlier in size, value, or lot dimensions, but performs consistently around neighbourhood and city averages. This represents a stable, predictable investment in a known community. The absence of a garage or pool points to a lower-maintenance lifestyle, while the 5,500 sqft lot provides adequate outdoor space without being burdensome.
This home would suit first-time buyers or downsizers looking for a manageable, single-level layout with the bonus of a finished basement for extra room. It’s also a sensible fit for value-oriented buyers who prioritize a renovated interior over premium lot size or newer construction, and who appreciate being in a home that is actually more spacious than many others on its own street.
Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the assessed value a reliable indicator of the selling price?
Not directly. The assessed value (listed as $34.90k) is for municipal tax purposes. The historical sold price range from 2017 ($28.5k - $31.5k) and current market conditions are far more relevant for determining today’s likely selling price.
2. What does the "above average" year built ranking mean?
While the home was built in 1963, it ranks "above average" on its street because many neighbouring homes were built even earlier. This isn’t about the home being new, but about it being relatively newer compared to its immediate peers, which can be a subtle positive.
3. How does the lot size compare?
At 5,500 sqft, the lot is around the city average but is noted as "below average" for the Garden City area specifically. This means yards in this neighbourhood tend to be larger, so this property offers a standard-sized yard with potentially less maintenance than some larger lots nearby.
4. What are the implications of having no garage?
This means parking will be limited to driveway and street. Buyers should consider their vehicle needs, winter parking regulations, and the potential value of adding a garage or carport in the future, subject to local bylaws.
5. Where can I find the exact historical sold prices?
The listing service provides sold price ranges based on public data. To obtain the exact historical sale figures, you must request them directly via the email link provided on the detail page, as this information is manually verified and shared.