63 Battleford Bay – Property Summary
Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile
This 1,218 sqft single-family home built in 1989 sits on an unusually large 8,556 sqft lot in Whyte Ridge. The standout feature is the land: it ranks in the top 9% city-wide and top 11% within the neighbourhood, making it one of the larger lots on Battleford Bay. The assessed value of $507,000 is roughly average for the street and neighbourhood, but above average compared to the city as a whole—suggesting the value is more in the land than the structure itself. The living area is below average for both the street and the area, which means the home is smaller than many nearby properties.
The appeal here is straightforward: you're buying a generous piece of land in an established neighbourhood, not a showpiece home. For buyers who prioritize outdoor space, gardening, or future expansion potential, this property offers something the surrounding homes mostly don't. It's less suited to someone looking for a large, move-in-ready interior or a recently updated home. Given the 1989 build, there will be maintenance and updating to factor in. This works best for buyers who see the lot as the primary asset and are comfortable with a smaller, older home—or who are open to a renovation or rebuild down the line.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why is the living area ranked low on the street but the assessed value is average?
The home is smaller than most on Battleford Bay, but the lot is significantly larger. In this neighbourhood, land value carries more weight than square footage when it comes to assessment, so the smaller house doesn't drag the overall value down as much as you might expect.
2. How does the lot compare to typical Winnipeg lots?
Very favourably. At 8,556 sqft, it's in the top 9% city-wide. The average lot for comparable homes in Winnipeg is around 6,570 sqft, so you're getting roughly 30% more land than typical. On this street specifically, only two other lots are larger.
3. Is the neighbourhood older or newer than average?
Whyte Ridge has a mix, but this home is right at the neighbourhood's average build year. City-wide, it's newer than most (top 23%). The street itself is consistent—most homes were built around 1989—so you're not in a pocket of newer or older construction.
4. What would a typical buyer need to budget for beyond the purchase price?
Given the 1989 build, major systems like the roof, furnace, and windows should be inspected. The home's age suggests some updates are likely needed, though the assessed value being average for the street implies it's not a fixer-upper. Still, a home inspection is recommended to plan for near-term replacements.
5. How does this property compare to others currently for sale in Whyte Ridge?
It's unusual for the area to see a lot this size with a smaller home. Most listings in Whyte Ridge are either larger homes on standard lots or smaller lots with newer builds. This combination of generous land and modest living space is relatively rare, which could narrow the buyer pool but also reduce competition for someone who values the lot.