63 optimist way
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
Property Review
Bus & Public Transit
63 Optimist Way is well-served by transit stops within a 500 m walk, including Westbound Portage at Stewart (424 m) and Southbound Buchanan at Livinia (455 m). Routes 220 and D15 connect directly to key places such as Grace Hospital, Buchanan School, and Bulk Barn supermarket.
Additional routes like Route 70 and Route 223 also serve the area, providing access to Safeway supermarket and Sun Chiropractic clinic. Most key places are reachable within one transfer or less.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
Within a short walk, residents enjoy three parks: Bernadine Crescent Park (57 m), Bernadine Stradford Park (334 m), and Stewart / Livinia Park (336 m). The Hockey for All Centre stadium is just 386 m away, ideal for sports enthusiasts.
Everyday errands are covered by Red River Co-op fuel (412 m), Shoppers Drug Mart (622 m), Walmart Supercentre (693 m), and several fast-food options including Tim Hortons and Burger King within 700 m. Dining choices range from Chicken Chef to Original Joe's and Sushi One.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime data for Buchanan shows a generally worsening trend over the long term, with property incidents rising from 62 in 2017 to 109 in 2023, though there was a decline to 84 in 2024. Violent crime has fluctuated but peaked at 29 incidents in 2024 before dropping to 26 in 2025.
Preliminary 2026 data through early months shows a dramatic drop across all categories, with only 2 property incidents and 1 other incident reported. This may signal an improving short-term outlook, but historical volatility suggests caution.
Who Is This Home For
63 Optimist Way is a practical choice for first-time buyers and families, thanks to its proximity to multiple parks, schools (including Buchanan School and Collège Roméo-Dallaire), and transit routes. The grocery options and pharmacy within a 10-minute walk add daily convenience.
Investors may note the moderate crime uptick in recent years, though the 2026 drop could indicate improving conditions. The area is suitable for commuters who rely on frequent bus service along Portage Avenue.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 63 optimist way, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
Buchanan · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
3
2026
vs. city avg
-90%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -97%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
67%
Transit Score
63 optimist way has good transit access. The nearest stop is a 8-minute walk (593 m) away at Westbound Portage at Stewart. Routes 70, 220, 223 and D15 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
63 optimist way — 7 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 2 dining (nearest 430 m), 3 parks (nearest 57 m).
Data sources: Winnipeg Transit GTFS (transit stops & routes), OSRM (walking routes), City of Winnipeg open data (nearby places), Winnipeg Police Service (crime statistics). View full property details →