Property Overview
This 1985-built bi-level home at 59 Carbutt Place offers a practical and spacious family living proposition in the Betsworth neighborhood. Its key appeal lies in the combination of a large, 7,241 sqft lot—which ranks in the top 15% of all properties in Winnipeg for size—and a fully finished basement, providing ample room for growth and living space. With 1,156 sqft of living area, a connected garage, and a layout that outperforms most of the city in terms of lot size and assessed value, it represents a solid value proposition.
The home is particularly well-suited for first-time buyers or growing families who prioritize outdoor space and the potential for customization over a brand-new build. Its strong city-wide rankings for lot size (top 15%) and assessed value (top 32%) suggest it is a competitively priced asset in a land-rich setting. A buyer should be comfortable with a home from the 1980s, seeing the established neighborhood and generous yard as a foundation for the long term.
Key Questions for Consideration
1. What does the "bi-level" style mean for daily living?
A bi-level design features split entryways, leading directly to both the main living area and the lower level. This can offer good separation of space, often making the finished basement feel like a natural part of the home. It's efficient, but stairs are a central feature.
2. The home ranks low for living area on its street. Should I be concerned?
While it has the smallest living footprint on Carbutt Place, this is balanced by the fully finished basement, which effectively doubles the usable space. The more significant advantage here is the lot size, which is larger than most in the city, offering valuable outdoor expansion potential.
3. How should I interpret the strong city-wide rankings but moderate community rankings?
This highlights the property's specific strengths. Its lot size and value are exceptional compared to all of Winnipeg. Within Betsworth itself, it's more of an average offering, suggesting the neighborhood may have many similar, solid properties—a sign of consistency rather than a drawback.
4. The house was built in 1985. What should I plan for?
Homes from this era are generally well-built but are now entering a period where major components may need attention or updating. A thorough inspection should focus on the roof, windows, original HVAC systems, and any past renovations to ensure they meet current standards.
5. What is the real advantage of such a large lot?
Beyond simple yard space, a lot of this size (over 1/6 of an acre) provides rare flexibility in Winnipeg. It allows for substantial additions, the potential for a detached garage or workshop, extensive gardening, or simply a significant buffer and play area that is increasingly hard to find.