Property Overview
38 Shoreline Drive is a well-established family home in the desirable Linden Woods neighbourhood. Built in 1996, it offers 2,478 square feet of living space on a generous 8,696 square foot lot. The home’s appeal lies in its balanced positioning: it provides substantial space and a prime location without being an outlier in price for the area. Its assessed value is comfortably above the city-wide average, yet it ranks around the median for Shoreline Drive itself, suggesting it’s a representative and stable offering within one of the neighbourhood's sought-after streets. This property would best suit buyers looking for a established, move-in ready home in a top-tier community, who value a large lot and above-average interior space compared to the broader Winnipeg market, but aren’t necessarily seeking the largest or most recently built house on the block.
Key Details & FAQs
What are the key characteristics and who is this home for?
This is a spacious, late-90s family home on a large lot in Linden Woods. Its primary appeal is location and proven stability—it sits on a street where properties are consistently above the city average. The numbers tell a clear story: while its size and value are around the average for Shoreline Drive, they place it well above average for both the Linden Woods area and especially the entire city. This makes it a solid, upper-tier property city-wide that fits right in on its own street. It would perfectly suit growing families or professionals seeking established community amenities, good schools, and the security of value that comes with a home in a mature, high-demand neighbourhood.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does this home compare to others on the street?
It is very much in line with its immediate neighbours. Its living area and assessed value both rank near the middle (top 60% and 56%, respectively) among the 84 properties on Shoreline Drive, meaning it is a typical, representative home for this specific desirable location.
2. Is the price fair for the area?
Based on its last known sale between $650k-$700k in 2017 and its current assessed value of $77,500 (which is in the top 10% for Linden Woods), the home has historically held value in a premium segment. Its assessment is significantly higher than the Linden Woods average, indicating official valuation aligns with the premium neighbourhood status.
3. What is the lot size like?
At nearly 8,700 sq ft, the lot is a standout feature. It is larger than approximately 91% of residential lots city-wide and is above average even for the spacious Linden Woods area, offering excellent outdoor potential.
4. Is the home older or newer for the neighbourhood?
Built in 1996, it is newer than most homes on Shoreline Drive (ranking in the top 27%) and is also newer than the average home in both Linden Woods and Winnipeg. This suggests fewer immediate major age-related renovations compared to many other properties.
5. Where can I find more detailed comparison data?
A dedicated neighbourhood analysis page is available to view this property on a map and compare it directly with nearby houses based on year built, living area, assessed value, and lot size. You can also request the exact historical sold price via email from the listing source.