Property Overview: 177 Vince Leah Drive, Riverbend, Winnipeg
Key Characteristics & Appeal
This home stands out in its Riverbend neighborhood for its substantial scale and premium lot. With over 2,000 square feet of living space, it ranks in the top 3% on its street and top 2% in the wider area for size, offering significantly more room than local averages. Its most distinctive feature is the land: at 9,308 sqft, the lot is the largest on Vince Leah Drive (top 1%) and ranks in the top 5% for Riverbend, providing exceptional outdoor space and privacy uncommon for the area. Built in 1990, it is a well-established property in a mature neighborhood.
The appeal lies in its clear positional advantage within a desirable community. It is not just an above-average home, but a leading one on its street in terms of living area, assessed value, and especially land area. This combination suits buyers looking for a family home with room to grow, garden, or entertain, who value space over a brand-new build. It would particularly suit those seeking a long-term home in a settled area where the property's substantial lot and footprint offer a sense of permanence and room that is increasingly hard to find. A thoughtful perspective is that while the home is not new, its elite ranking for lot size represents a finite asset—land—that fundamentally underpins its value and future potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the exact sale history for this property?
Public records do not show a detailed transaction history. You can request a manual lookup by email to receive the most accurate available information on past sales.
2. How does the assessed value compare to likely selling price?
The assessed value of $519,000 is elite for the street (top 1%) and neighborhood (top 4%), serving as a municipal tax benchmark. Market value can differ based on condition, updates, and current market dynamics, but this assessment indicates a high-value property relative to its peers.
3. Is the larger lot mostly usable space?
While the data confirms the lot size is exceptionally large for the area, the specific layout, topography, and any easements would need verification via a property visit or survey to determine the usable garden and yard space.
4. The home was built in 1990. What should I consider?
A home of this age may have seen significant updates or may require modernization of key systems like roofing, windows, or HVAC. Its above-average ranking for year built on its street suggests it is relatively newer than many immediate neighbors.
5. How does this home fit within the broader Winnipeg market?
Citywide, this property ranks above average in all categories (top 8-22%), but its true distinction is hyper-local. It shines brightest within its own community, offering a combination of house and lot size that is rare for Riverbend and elite on its specific street.