23 Frontenac Bay – Property Summary
Key Characteristics & Buyer Suitability
This is a 1956 bungalow in Winnipeg’s Windsor Park neighbourhood with 936 square feet of living space on a 4,996-square-foot lot. Its assessed value is $336,000.
The property’s main strength is its build year. On Frontenac Bay, it is the oldest home, ranking in the top 2 percent. That may appeal to buyers who value character, solid postwar construction, or a street with established homes rather than newer infills. The living area and assessed value sit roughly in the middle of the street, suggesting it is not an outlier among its immediate neighbours.
Where the property falls short is land. The lot is smaller than most on the street (bottom 3 percent) and in the neighbourhood (bottom 7 percent). Citywide, it is more typical. Buyers who want a large yard for gardens, sheds, or expansion may find it limiting. The assessed value is a touch below the neighbourhood average, which could indicate either a functional older layout or deferred updating—worth investigating in person.
This home would suit someone who values the original character of a 1950s house, wants to be on a quiet bay in a central Winnipeg neighbourhood, and does not require a large lot. It may be less ideal for a family needing significant outdoor space or a buyer looking for a modern open-plan layout without renovation.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does the living area compare to others in the neighbourhood?
At 936 square feet, the home is smaller than about 84 percent of properties in Windsor Park, where the typical home is around 1,091 square feet. On its own street, it is closer to average, ranking in the top 56 percent.
2. Is the assessed value below market?
The city assessment of $336,000 is a little below the neighbourhood average of $354,200 and about middle-of-the-pack on Frontenac Bay. Assessment is not the same as market price, so a current comparative market analysis would give a better sense of listing value.
3. Why is the land area ranked so low?
The lot is just under 5,000 square feet. On a street where lots tend to be over 5,500 square feet, this puts it near the bottom. The difference is less dramatic citywide, where it sits around the middle.
4. What does “Top 2 percent for year built” actually mean?
It means that among the 64 homes on Frontenac Bay, this is the earliest build year—1956. No other home on the street is older. This can be a plus for buyers who appreciate original mid-century details and less uniform streetscapes.
5. Should I be concerned about the rankings being “below average” in some categories?
It depends. Rankings compare this property to others, not to an ideal. A smaller living area and lot may be perfectly fine for a couple or single person, and they often come with lower purchase and maintenance costs. The key is whether the trade-offs match your priorities.