39 O'Brien Crescent — Property Summary
Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile
This is a 1965-built home in Winnipeg’s Westdale neighbourhood, with 1,476 square feet of living space on a 5,600-square-foot lot. Its standout feature is size relative to its immediate surroundings: within Westdale, the home ranks in the top 3% for living area (average in the area is 1,029 sqft) and top 5% for assessed value ($398,000 vs. a neighbourhood average of $307,000). On its own street, it’s the second-highest valued property out of 22 homes, and the lot is close to the neighbourhood average. The home’s appeal lies in offering noticeably more interior space than most nearby properties, in a well-established area where newer construction is uncommon — the home is among the older homes in Westdale, which tends to have a later average build year (1971). This combination suggests it would suit a buyer who values generous room dimensions and a central, settled location over the latest finishes or a newer build. It may be a strong fit for someone looking to add their own updates to a solidly sized home in a stable, mid-century neighbourhood.
Five Possible FAQs
1. How does this home compare to others on O'Brien Crescent?
It’s one of the larger and higher-valued homes on the street — ranked 6th of 22 for living area and 2nd of 22 for assessed value. The lot is slightly smaller than the street average, and the build year is close to the street median.
2. The neighbourhood is listed as Westdale. What’s notable about that area?
Westdale has a mix of older and newer homes, but the average build year is 1971, making this 1965 house earlier than most in the community. The area’s average assessed value is $307,000, so this property sits well above that, reflecting its larger size.
3. Is the property considered large by Winnipeg standards?
It’s very close to the citywide average for living area (1,342 sqft) and assessed value ($390,000), and the lot is slightly smaller than average. The home stands out most at the neighbourhood level, not the city level.
4. What does the “assessed value” rank tell me?
The assessed value is used for property tax calculations. A high rank relative to the neighbourhood means the home is valued higher for tax purposes than most nearby homes — in this case, it’s in the top 5% of Westdale assessments.
5. Would this be a good option for someone who wants a newer home?
Not particularly. The house was built in 1965, and while that’s typical for its street and the city overall, it’s older than most homes in Westdale. A buyer looking for a newer build would be better served elsewhere in the neighbourhood.