26 Westmoreland Road – Property Summary
Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile
This is a 1,218 sqft home built in 1989 on a 5,236 sqft lot in Whyte Ridge, Winnipeg. Its appeal is understated: the home is older than much of its neighbourhood (built 1989 vs. a neighbourhood average of 1994), but it’s one of the newer homes on its street, ranking 3rd out of 18. The assessed value of $502,000 is above average citywide (top 19%) but sits around the middle of the pack locally. That combination—slightly older construction in a newer area, with assessed value that’s strong relative to Winnipeg as a whole but not inflated within Whyte Ridge—could appeal to buyers who want a well-established street with mature landscaping and a stable value, without paying a premium for the newest finishes. The lot is average for the street but smaller than the neighbourhood norm, which may suit someone looking for less yard maintenance. The living area is below average both on the street and in the neighbourhood, so this is not a house for those needing maximum square footage. Ideal buyers: couples, small families, or downsizers who prioritize location and value over size, and who don't mind updating an 80s-era home.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does the assessed value compare to similar homes nearby?
On Westmoreland Road, the assessed value is roughly average (ranked 8 of 18). In the broader Whyte Ridge area, it's also around average (ranked 1,373 of 2,382). Citywide, however, it's well above average—top 19% of comparable homes—which suggests the property carries a premium relative to the city standard but not relative to its immediate neighbours.
2. Is the home small for the area?
Yes, on both the street and neighbourhood level. The 1,218 sqft living area is below the street average of 1,488 sqft and well below the neighbourhood average of 1,666 sqft. It ranks near the bottom on the street (16 of 18). Buyers expecting spacious interiors should look elsewhere.
3. How old is the house, and does that matter in this market?
Built in 1989, it’s one of the older homes on the street (3rd oldest out of 18) but is actually newer than the Winnipeg average for comparable homes (1966). The neighbourhood of Whyte Ridge has a higher proportion of homes built in the mid-90s, so this property is from an earlier phase of development. That could mean more established trees and larger lots in some cases, though the lot here is average.
4. What does the land area tell me about the property?
The lot is 5,236 sqft, which is close to the street average (5,320 sqft) but smaller than both the neighbourhood average (6,175 sqft) and citywide average (6,570 sqft). It ranks in the middle on the street and lower in the neighbourhood. The yard is modest—functional for gardening or a small family but not expansive.
5. How reliable are these rankings and averages?
The data compares this property to a group of "comparable homes" within each scope (street, neighbourhood, citywide). The averages are rough medians, not precise targets. Rankings are based on size for land and living area, and higher value for assessed value and newer for year built. The fill colour tiers (red, blue, amber, gray) indicate how much of the peer group you outperform—not a quality rating. Use these figures as relative benchmarks, not absolutes.