Property Summary: 1284 Scurfield Boulevard, Winnipeg
Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile
This home offers a combination of size, newer construction, and a generous lot that stands out at every level of comparison—street, neighbourhood, and citywide. With 1,962 sqft of living space, it ranks in the top 12% across Winnipeg, and its 7,161 sqft land area places it in the top 16% citywide. The property was built in 2003, making it newer than 84% of comparable homes in the city, where the average year built is 1966. Its assessed value of $586,000 is in the top 9% citywide, reflecting both the home’s physical attributes and likely its condition and desirability in the market.
The appeal here is pragmatic: a buyer gets more square footage on a larger lot than most homes in the same price range, in a neighbourhood (Whyte Ridge) where both living area and land area are already above average. The home’s age also means it falls into a sweet spot—modern enough to avoid major structural updates, but established enough that landscaping and neighbourhood amenities are mature. This property would suit buyers who prioritize interior space and outdoor room over location within a tighter, older, or more boutique infill area. Families, downsizers wanting a single-level layout (if applicable), or anyone looking for a home that doesn’t immediately require renovations would be a natural fit. A less obvious point: the land-to-living-area ratio is favourable compared to many newer builds in the city, which often sacrifice lot size for square footage.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does this home compare to others in Whyte Ridge?
It ranks in the top 13% for assessed value and top 20% for living area within the neighbourhood. This means it’s a larger, higher-value home relative to nearby properties—not just average for the area.
2. Is the land size actually useful, or just a number?
The lot is about 1,000 sqft larger than the neighbourhood average and nearly 1,400 sqft larger than the street average. That extra space is usable for gardens, play areas, or future additions, and it’s rarer in a newer subdivision where lots tend to be smaller than in older Winnipeg neighbourhoods.
3. What does “assessed value” really tell me about the market?
Assessed value is a tax-based estimate, not a sale price. But when a home ranks in the top 9% citywide, it suggests the property’s size, age, and location are well above typical benchmarks—so it’s likely priced accordingly in a competitive market.
4. Why is the year built important here?
Homes from the early 2000s often have updated electrical, plumbing, and building standards compared to the average Winnipeg home (built around 1966), but they’re old enough that any initial settlement or warranty issues have already surfaced. You’re getting a relatively young house without paying the premium for brand new construction.
5. How do the rankings actually work?
Each metric (living area, land area, year built, assessed value) is ranked against comparable homes at three levels: same street, same neighbourhood, and citywide. The “top X%” means the home performs better than that percentage of peers. For example, top 12% citywide for living area means it’s larger than 88% of comparable homes in Winnipeg.