69 Shillingstone Road – Property Summary
Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile
This is a 1988 home with 1,377 square feet of living space on a 6,221-square-foot lot, assessed at $479,000. It sits in the Whyte Ridge neighbourhood of Winnipeg.
The property’s strongest selling point is its year built. On its own street, it ranks 7th out of 63 homes for newness (top 11%), and citywide it falls in the top 24% — meaning most Winnipeg homes are older. The land area is also a relative strength: while the lot is smaller than others on Shillingstone Road (where many lots average over 7,400 sqft), it’s larger than typical for the neighbourhood and above average citywide. The assessed value, however, trails both the street and neighbourhood averages, though it remains above the citywide median.
The home’s appeal lies partly in this trade-off. Buyers get a newer-than-average house in an established area, but with a more modest footprint and price point compared to immediate neighbours. It would suit someone who values a relatively recent build and a decent-sized lot over maximum interior space, and who doesn’t need to compete at the top of the local market. It may also appeal to buyers who want to be in Whyte Ridge but find many homes in the area too large or expensive.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does this home’s size compare to others nearby?
On Shillingstone Road, the average living area is 1,532 sqft, so this home is about 10% smaller than the street norm. Within Whyte Ridge, the gap is wider — the neighbourhood average is 1,666 sqft. Citywide, however, the average comparable home is only 1,342 sqft, meaning this property is slightly larger than the typical Winnipeg home in its class.
2. Is the assessed value a fair reflection of the home’s condition or upgrades?
Not necessarily. Assessed value is based on market data and comparable sales, not the specific condition or recent renovations. A home that hasn’t been updated may still be assessed fairly relative to its neighbours, but could sell for less — or more — depending on what’s been done inside. It’s worth comparing the assessment to recent sale prices on the street.
3. The land area ranks lower on the street but higher citywide. What does that mean?
Shillingstone Road has unusually large lots — the street average is 7,434 sqft. By that standard, this lot is small. But in Whyte Ridge overall, lots average 6,175 sqft, and citywide they average 6,570 sqft. So while you’re on a smaller lot for the street, you’re on a typical or slightly larger lot for the broader area.
4. Why is the home newer than most in Winnipeg but older than many in Whyte Ridge?
Whyte Ridge was largely developed in the 1990s, so many homes there are newer than this 1988 build. However, across Winnipeg, a significant portion of housing stock dates from the 1960s and 1970s. This home is older than its immediate neighbours but newer than the typical Winnipeg house, which is roughly 58 years old on average.
5. Who would this home not suit?
Buyers looking for the largest living area or lot on the street should look elsewhere — this home is below average on both counts within Shillingstone Road. It’s also less likely to appeal to someone who wants a move-in-ready, recently renovated home, unless the price reflects the need for updates. And if being the newest or most valuable house on the block matters, this property doesn’t fit that profile either.