Property Overview
This 1975-built, three-level split home in Roblin Park offers a practical layout with a fully finished basement and an attached garage. Its most defining feature is the generous 10,318 sqft lot, providing substantial outdoor space that is increasingly rare. With 1,235 sqft of living space, the home sits on a property that ranks in the top 6% by lot size across Winnipeg, indicating a premium on land over sheer interior square footage. Its appeal lies in this balance: it's a manageable-sized home on a large, private lot in a mature, established neighborhood. The 2021 sale price of $500,000, above the current assessed value, suggests a previously competitive market for this type of property.
It would suit buyers looking for a long-term family home where garden space, privacy, and room for outdoor projects or play are priorities over a brand-new build. It's also a strong candidate for those who value the character and tree-lined streets of older neighborhoods like Roblin Park and are comfortable with a home that may require updates reflective of its age. A less obvious perspective is that this property represents a "land-value play" – the significant lot size is a permanent asset that may appreciate independently of the structure itself, offering a different kind of security compared to a newer home on a standard plot.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What does the ranking data actually tell me?
The rankings compare this property to others on its street, in Roblin Park, and across all of Winnipeg. For example, being newer than 79% of homes in the community but only having more living space than 43% of them confirms it's an average-sized home for the area on a much larger-than-average lot.
2. Is the 2021 sale price relevant today?
It provides important context, showing that buyers previously valued this property highly, likely due to the lot size and location. However, it reflects the market conditions of late 2021 and should be considered alongside a current market evaluation.
3. What are the considerations with a home from 1975?
While the rankings show it's newer than many area homes, a 50-year-old property will have aging core components. Prospective buyers should budget for potential updates to systems like plumbing, electrical, or the roof, and investigate if any major renovations have already been completed.
4. What are the pros and cons of a three-level split layout?
This style offers good separation of living and sleeping areas, often with a distinct lower-level family room. The cons can include more stairs between levels, which may not suit everyone, and sometimes smaller, segmented rooms compared to open-concept modern designs.
5. Why is the lot size highlighted as so significant?
A lot over 10,000 sqft in a mature city neighborhood is uncommon. It provides exceptional space for gardening, recreation, additions, or future development (subject to zoning), offering a lifestyle and long-term value that is difficult to replicate in newer subdivisions.