Property Summary: 10 Kettering Street
Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile
This is a 1974 detached home in Winnipeg’s Westdale neighbourhood with 848 sqft of living space on a 4,197 sqft lot. Its assessed value is $286,000.
What makes this property stand out is its position on the street. Within Kettering Street itself, the home ranks in the top 20% for living area and top 25% for lot size—both above the street average. The build year (1974) ties with the newest homes on the block, ranking first out of 44 properties. This suggests it sits on a well-established street where homes are similarly sized and well-maintained, offering a consistent look and feel.
The trade-off is scale. Compared to the wider Westdale neighbourhood and Winnipeg as a whole, the home is on the smaller side—both in floor area and lot. Westdale averages closer to 1,029 sqft of living space and 5,168 sqft of land, so this property is below those benchmarks. The tax assessment is also below the city average of $390,000, which keeps property taxes relatively modest.
Who it suits: This home would appeal to first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone looking for a lower-maintenance property in a stable street without paying for extra space they don’t need. It’s less suited for families expecting large bedrooms or a big yard, or buyers comparing strictly within Westdale’s typical home size.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does the property tax compare to other homes in Westdale?
The assessed value of $286,000 is close to the Westdale average of $307,000. You’d pay slightly less in property tax than the typical home in the neighbourhood, but not dramatically so.
2. Is the lot big enough for additions like a garage or garden suite?
At 4,197 sqft, the lot is above average for the street but below the Westdale norm. Room for major additions would depend on zoning and setbacks. For reference, many Westdale lots are nearly 1,000 sqft larger, so you’d have less flexibility than neighbours.
3. Why is the build year listed as “excellent” if the home is from 1974?
The rating compares it within Kettering Street, where most homes were also built around 1974. Being tied for the newest on the street means it’s in excellent company relative to its immediate neighbours—not that 1974 is unusually new by citywide standards.
4. How does this home compare to the typical starter home in Winnipeg?
It’s smaller than the citywide average living area (848 sqft vs. 1,342 sqft) and on a smaller lot. However, its assessed value is well below the city average, making it more affordable than many starter homes. For someone priced out of larger properties, this could be a practical entry point.
5. What are the drawbacks of buying a home that’s below the neighbourhood average in size?
You may find that resale value is capped if buyers in Westdale primarily want larger homes. Renovations that add square footage could help, but the lot size limits how much you can expand. On the positive side, smaller homes in good condition often sell faster to buyers looking for less upkeep.