981 Scurfield Boulevard – Property Summary
Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile
This 2,297 sqft home in Winnipeg’s Whyte Ridge neighbourhood stands out primarily for its living space. Citywide, it ranks in the top 5% for size, and on its own street it sits at #9 out of 197 homes. The trade-off is a land area that’s below average for the street and neighbourhood (5,040 sqft vs. a street average of 5,755 sqft), and a year built of 1992 that’s slightly older than the local median. The assessed value of $553,000 is above average across all three comparison levels, but less dramatically so than the living area—suggesting the home offers strong square footage per dollar relative to its immediate surroundings.
The appeal here is space efficiency: you get a large interior on a modest lot. That will suit buyers who prioritize room to spread out over a big yard, or who see the smaller land area as lower maintenance. It may also appeal to someone looking for a home with above-average citywide value stability—the assessed value ranks in the top 12% citywide, well above Winnipeg’s $390,000 average. The 1992 build year puts it in a sweet spot: newer than a large portion of the city’s housing stock (top 21% citywide), but old enough that mechanical updates may be due. Buyers comfortable with a slightly older home in a well-established neighbourhood (Whyte Ridge) where the average home is from 1994 will find this a solid, spacious option.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does the living area compare to similar homes nearby?
The home is well above average at every level. It’s in the top 5% on its street, top 6% in Whyte Ridge, and top 5% citywide. The street average is 1,750 sqft; this home is over 500 sqft larger.
2. Is the lot size a concern?
The lot is 5,040 sqft, which is below the street average (5,755 sqft) and the neighbourhood average (6,175 sqft). Citywide, it’s about average (top 54%). If you want a large backyard for gardens or play structures, it’s worth measuring the usable space. But if you prefer a lower-maintenance property, this is a plus.
3. Why is the assessed value only "above average" when the living area is so high?
Assessed value reflects more than square footage, including lot size, condition, and overall desirability. The home’s smaller land area and slightly older construction balance out the large interior. The value is still strong—top 12% citywide—but the price per square foot is more moderate than the raw size would suggest.
4. What kind of condition should I expect from a 1992 home?
Homes from the early 1990s are often solidly built, but key systems (roof, furnace, windows, water heater) may be nearing or past their expected lifespan. Ask about updates when viewing. The home is older than the street average (1996) but newer than most homes citywide (median 1966), so it’s not an outlier age-wise for the area.
5. How does this home compare to others in Whyte Ridge overall?
It ranks in the top 6% for living area and top 25% for assessed value, but in the bottom third for land area (72nd percentile). It’s a home that offers exceptional interior space in a neighbourhood where most properties are slightly newer and sit on larger lots. For buyers who value interior square footage over yard size, it’s a standout.