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TODD LEWYS / FREE PRESS The 2.945-sq.-ft. home’s striking exterior serves as a preview for its fabulously fashionable and functional interior.

Move-in-ready marvel

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Apr. 11, 2026

Over the years, many neighbourhoods emerged with great fanfare, creating real anticipation among prospective homebuyers.

Those neighbourhoods include (in no particular order) the Bridgwater, Sage Creek and Ridgewood West — among others.

Then, there are some neighbourhoods that — for some reason — fly under the radar. One of those neighbourhoods is Van Hull Estates, located just west of another popular area, River Park South in South St. Vital.

Tucked away off St. Mary’s Road just north of the Perimeter Highway, it’s a quiet, well-treed enclave that runs back toward some of the most picturesque stretches of the Red River.

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The stately, like-new 2,500-sq.-ft., two-storey home sits on a well-treed 60-by-120-foot lot in a prime location in East Fort Garry.
SUPPLIED The stately, like-new 2,500-sq.-ft., two-storey home sits on a well-treed 60-by-120-foot lot in a prime location in East Fort Garry.

Stately East Fort Garry two-storey still stuns a decade on

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Stately East Fort Garry two-storey still stuns a decade on

Todd Lewys 5 minute read Saturday, Apr. 4, 2026

Entertaining the idea of building a new luxury home in one of Winnipeg’s newer neighbourhoods is a romantic pursuit. After all, you’re getting a brand-new home from top to bottom.

That being the case, it’s unlikely you’d get hit by any major repair bills for anywhere from five to 10 years (cross your fingers!).

Not only that, but the home delivered to you will be custom-tailored to your needs and tastes.

Unfortunately, there are some downsides associated with building new.

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Saturday, Apr. 4, 2026

The spotless 1,100-sq.-ft. attached two-storey home has much to offer a young family and has undergone a host of key updates.
The spotless 1,100-sq.-ft. attached two-storey home has much to offer a young family and has undergone a host of key updates.

Well cared-for, updated Crestview two-storey great fit for young family

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Well cared-for, updated Crestview two-storey great fit for young family

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Mar. 28, 2026

These days, a starter home can range in price from $300,000 to $400,000, depending on its condition and location.

And as many a young family has discovered, starter dwellings run the gamut from those needing a ton of work to those requiring little to no updating — and everything in between.

In most cases, houses listing for around $300,000 may need many upgrades, inflating the actual cost of the home to somewhere between $325,000 and $350,000 depending on what needs to be done.

If you’re handy, this may not be a daunting task. However, if you’re not so adept at home repair and refurbishment, the cost of required work — and possibly taking out a purchase-plus-improvements mortgage to cover up to $50,000 in renovation costs — may be untenable for many young couples looking to buy.

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Saturday, Mar. 28, 2026

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Families will love the West End home’s wonderful blend of modern functionality and timeless styling.
TODD LEWYS / FREE PRESS Families will love the West End home’s wonderful blend of modern functionality and timeless styling.

Character-filled starter home checks all the boxes for families

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Character-filled starter home checks all the boxes for families

Todd Lewys 5 minute read Saturday, Mar. 21, 2026

When it comes to ranking oxymorons, the term, “move-in-ready starter home” has to be close to the top of the list, or at least in the top five.

That’s because it’s very rare to find a starter abode that’s truly in move-in-ready condition.

However, there are exceptions.

A character-filled one-and-three-quarter-storey home found at 635 Ashburn St., in the city’s West End is as close to turn-key as you’ll find, says Eric Neumann of Real Brokers.

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Saturday, Mar. 21, 2026

The home’s living room is huge, and flows into both the kitchen and dining area.
The home’s living room is huge, and flows into both the kitchen and dining area.

Transcona bi-level offers up potential and value

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Transcona bi-level offers up potential and value

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Mar. 14, 2026

It would be an understatement to say these are very challenging times for homebuyers, especially young families.

Just a few short years ago, a solid, relatively contemporary starter home could be purchased for somewhere around $300,000. That is no longer the case today due to two factors.

First, homes have naturally appreciated in value over the last three years. And second, home inventory is very low.

This second factor has created bidding wars. Homes — whether move-in-ready or in need of work — are routinely selling for as much as $80,000-$100,000 over list price, leaving many young families licking their wounds after losing out on listing after listing.

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Saturday, Mar. 14, 2026

A rare find, the three-bedroom, two-bath condo is situated in a quiet, two-storey concrete and steel building in one of Charleswood’s best and prettiest spots.
A rare find, the three-bedroom, two-bath condo is situated in a quiet, two-storey concrete and steel building in one of Charleswood’s best and prettiest spots.

Apartment-style condo offers spacious livability with a view

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Apartment-style condo offers spacious livability with a view

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Mar. 7, 2026

The decision to down-size around the age of 55 is never an easy one.

There are several reasons for this, the first that it can be a highly emotional time.

After living in a single-family home for 30-plus years, it can be difficult to leave a familiar residence that’s served as the anchor point where you raised kids and hosted countless family gatherings.

Second, there are the financial implications associated with making the move. The reality is, not all 55-plus couples have unlimited budgets after selling their home. In many instances, it may have been a modest but functional residence that sold for a good, but not massive price.

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Saturday, Mar. 7, 2026

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A rare find, the affordable two-bedroom suite has been fully updated, offers a gorgeous river view and is close to everything.
TODD LEWYS / FREE PRESS A rare find, the affordable two-bedroom suite has been fully updated, offers a gorgeous river view and is close to everything.

Updated Wellington Crescent suite offers character and value

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Updated Wellington Crescent suite offers character and value

Todd Lewys 5 minute read Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026

When people think about two-bedroom condominiums on Wellington Crescent, they typically think of three things.

First, they visualize a fancy high-rise building that comes with amenities like a 24-hour concierge, luxurious foyer, a gym and more.

Second, they think the condo will be unattainable due to high condo fees, ridiculous property taxes, and of course, a price tag that resides somewhere in the stratosphere.

And third, there’s the chance (and a pretty good one at that) a condo on Wellington Crescent will feel dated.

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Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026

Rebuilt and re-imagined in 2022, the 2,409-sq.-ft., two-storey home is a character-filled masterpiece from top to bottom.
Rebuilt and re-imagined in 2022, the 2,409-sq.-ft., two-storey home is a character-filled masterpiece from top to bottom.

Overhauled Kingston Row gem offers heritage charm, modern utility

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Overhauled Kingston Row gem offers heritage charm, modern utility

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026

No matter how great a vintage home is, it can always be improved upon.

That’s exactly the case with a venerable 1938-built dwelling found on a fetching riverside lot at 207 Kingston Row in storied Elm Park, says Amber van den Broek of Re/Max Executives Realty.

“The home was re-imagined, expanded and rebuilt to modern standards by Macanta Design Build in 2022,” she says of the 2,409-sq.-ft., two-storey residence. “It was a complete rebuild from the studs from the ground up. The thought put into the design of the home is exceptional.”

That attention to detail is on display from the moment you set eyes on the house.

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Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026

The beautifully designed home offers over 3,600 total square feet of space.
The beautifully designed home offers over 3,600 total square feet of space.

Space and style abound in Oak Bluff West bungalow

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Space and style abound in Oak Bluff West bungalow

Todd Lewys 5 minute read Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026

There are times when luxury homes can be a bit puzzling in terms of how they were designed.

One of three things can happen when you walk in.

First off, a dwelling’s entrance, while functional, may be somewhat bland and disappointing. Then again, an entrance could be over-the-top in its design, offering lots of wow factor but little usability.

The entrance to an 1,898-sq.-ft. bungalow found at 43 Blacksmith Rd. in Oak Bluff West falls into a third category, says Viktoria Fazekas of Re/Max Executives Realty, with its well-considered design making a statement in a more subtle, elegant way.

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Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026

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The 1,820-sq.-ft. bungalow is in like-new shape inside and out and offers around 3,500 sq. ft. of total living space.
Supplied The 1,820-sq.-ft. bungalow is in like-new shape inside and out and offers around 3,500 sq. ft. of total living space.

Seven-years Old, like new

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Seven-years Old, like new

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026

Two scenarios tend to play out when a family home has been inhabited for going on a decade.

The first is that it could look well-used, particularly inside. After all, things happen with families — frenetic early mornings with work and school days intertwining, not necessarily in smooth, orderly fashion.

Then, there are pets and entertaining, both of which — like high-paced family life — can cause wear and blemishes, no matter how careful family members might try to be.

Next comes scenario No. 2. Somehow, some way (yes, miracles do happen) a home manages to come through seven years of controlled chaos, emerging in near-pristine condition.

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Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026

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Situated on a huge, mature corner lot in the heart of Tuxedo, the 3,511-sq.-ft., two-storey home is full of updates and modern functionality.
Todd Lewys / Free Press Situated on a huge, mature corner lot in the heart of Tuxedo, the 3,511-sq.-ft., two-storey home is full of updates and modern functionality.

Tuxedo treasure

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Tuxedo treasure

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026

As cherished an area as Tuxedo is with its mix of grand homes and expansive, mature lots, homebuyers often have one objection about the way many of the homes are designed.

That quibble is the stately homes often lack flow — both in terms of light and the navigability through and between spaces.

This is certainly not the case with a stately two-storey home found at 34 Birkenhead Ave., says Garrett Parker of Royal LePage Dynamic Real Estate.

“I think the first thing that hits you about this home is how wide-open it is,” he says of the 3,511-sq.-ft. residence, which was built in 1966. “When the outgoing owners got the home, it was quite chopped up and dark. They did a wonderful job of opening the home up to improve flow from space to space.”

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Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026

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The 2,290-sq.-ft., two-storey home, which was built in 2012, features a fabulous floor plan and contemporary finishes from top to bottom.
Todd Lewys / Free Press The 2,290-sq.-ft., two-storey home, which was built in 2012, features a fabulous floor plan and contemporary finishes from top to bottom.

Updated in style

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Updated in style

Todd Lewys 5 minute read Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026

There are two key issues that can crop up when purchasing a home built a decade and a half ago.

The first is that the finishes could reflect the design trends at the time which it was built. Back then, the trend was for both flooring and cabinets to be of darker shades — either cappuccino or espresso.

Then, there’s the issue of how the dwellings of that era were laid out.

Today, many homes have a flex space next to the front door that can be used as either a home office or bedroom. In 2012, most homes didn’t have this convenient design feature.

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Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026

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Immaculate outside and inside, the extensively updated 1,700-sq.-ft., four-level split possesses the livability, style and value young families are looking for.
Todd Lewys / Free Press Immaculate outside and inside, the extensively updated 1,700-sq.-ft., four-level split possesses the livability, style and value young families are looking for.

Spacious split-level design is move-in-ready

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Spacious split-level design is move-in-ready

Todd Lewys 5 minute read Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026

With home prices steadily increasing, young families looking for a move-up dwelling are after two things.

Not surprisingly, the first is value. If you’re going to pay somewhere between $450,000 and $550,000 (or more) for a house, it should have a lot to offer in the sense that it should be largely move-in ready.

The second requisite is functionality.

When a family is young and growing, it’s crucial that a home’s layout possesses the flexibility to meet the needs of every family member.

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Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026

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The 1,090-sq.-ft., two-storey attached townhome is in move-in-ready condition from top to bottom.
Todd Lewys / Free Press The 1,090-sq.-ft., two-storey attached townhome is in move-in-ready condition from top to bottom.

Move-in-ready townhome great for budget-minded buyers

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Move-in-ready townhome great for budget-minded buyers

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026

To say the least, the phrase, “affordable starter home” has become an oxymoron, of late.

And it’s something many young families searching for such a dwelling know from first-hand experience, as many such prospective buyers have a limited budget of $350,000 or less.

Consequently, if a home is affordable — say the price tag is somewhere around $275,000-$300,000 — chances are it will come with a lengthy list of upgrades and renovations that need to be addressed.

Those projects can involve much more than cosmetic fixes, with costly repairs to foundations and roofs redlining already-stretched budgets. In many instances, young families find themselves living in homes they can’t afford to repair — a horrible fix to be in.

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Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026

Situated on a gorgeous one-acre riverside lot in Headingley, the three-year-old home offers over 7,000 sq. ft. of total livable space.
Situated on a gorgeous one-acre riverside lot in Headingley, the three-year-old home offers over 7,000 sq. ft. of total livable space.

Headingley haven: Resplendent riverside residence offers custom-built comfort with a view

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Headingley haven: Resplendent riverside residence offers custom-built comfort with a view

Todd Lewys 5 minute read Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026

It’s something everyone dreams about at one time or another: possessing an unlimited budget with which to build your dream home.

That would entail several things. First, there’s the lot — and, of course, its location.

For most people, the lot would be large enough to provide good separation from potentially noisy neighbours.

It would also possess irrefutable beauty, surrounded by mature trees. If possible, water — whether it be a river, lake or pond — would also be present.

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Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026

The remodelled Arts and Crafts-inspired home catches your eye the instant you see it.
The remodelled Arts and Crafts-inspired home catches your eye the instant you see it.

River Heights two-storey smartly melds contemporary and classic

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River Heights two-storey smartly melds contemporary and classic

Todd Lewys 5 minute read Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025

Once upon a time, a one-and-a-half storey home was built in 1927 on a choice 50-by-120-foot lot at 1493 Wellington Cres.

Then, some 85 years later, in 2012, its owner decided to give the home a dramatic facelift both outside and in.

“Its unique Arts and Crafts-inspired design begins with a gorgeous wood and stone exterior that catches your attention the instant you see it — it doesn’t look like it’s 85 years old,” says Scott Moore of Century 21 Bachman & Associates (the Moore Group). “That’s just the start. When you step inside you can hardly believe what you see.”

What you see, it turns out, is a stunning entryway.

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Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025

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