Resale Homes – Winnipeg Free Press

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

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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Solid affordability

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Solid affordability

Todd Lewys 5 minute read Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025

Young families with a modest home-buying budget have never struggled so hard to find a solid, affordable starter house.

It’s easy to see why. These days, starter homes in the $250,000-$300,000 price range — whether they need work or not — tend to sell fast, with bidding wars the norm in sought-after neighbourhoods.

That being the case, it’s all too easy for young couples to experience multiple bidding battles without a sniff of success.

In many instances, missing out on a dwelling might turn out to be a blessing in disguise. Why?

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Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025

The solid, well-loved bungalow offers exceptional value and livability throughout.

Smartly updated bungalow condo modern and move-in ready

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Smartly updated bungalow condo modern and move-in ready

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025

When a home is 25 years old, it’s neither old nor young in terms of its design and relative age.

That said, there’s a chance it could reflect the era in which it was built. Which is to say it could be, well, somewhat dated.

Val Miller of Royal LePage Dynamic Real Estate says her new listing — a 1,450-sq.-ft. bungalow condominium found in a tidy, well-designed complex at 12-123 Victor Lewis Dr. in Linden Woods — definitely does not fall into that category.

“Pride of ownership shines in this beautifully maintained unit,” she says. “Not only have the original owners kept it in wonderful condition, but they’ve also updated it tastefully over the years.”

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Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025

The spacious bungalow condo offers a contemporary updated interior and great location.

Value-packed Sanford bungalow a refuge for empty-nesters

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Value-packed Sanford bungalow a refuge for empty-nesters

Todd Lewys 5 minute read Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025

These days, affordability is a huge issue for empty-nest couples with budgets that fall short of the magical $400,000 mark.

Next to affordability, the two most important issues are condition and livability.

Which is to say a home should ideally be in move-in-ready condition, as absolutely no one — especially buyers on a modest budget — wants to sink another $20,000 to $30,000 into renovations just after purchasing a property.

Meanwhile, the home must also be functional, offering a user-friendly layout.

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Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025

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The four-year-old custom-designed modular home delivers over 1,500 sq. ft. of wonderfully livable space in a quiet country setting less than 15 minutes from the city.

Century-old Wolseley home overhauled with young families in mind

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Century-old Wolseley home overhauled with young families in mind

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025

Consider for a moment a home built over 100 years ago in Winnipeg.

In most instances, people tend to visualize the same thing: a quaint-looking home with an interior that falls short of living up to modern standards for one reason or another. One of those reasons may be that dwellings a century or more older can often be quite spartan in their overall design.

For some reason, home designers of the era showed an oft-shocking indifference to comfort, and hence, overall functionality. Consequently, such houses tended to lack flow and be somewhat dull inside, design-wise.

Individual spaces — from living rooms to kitchens, bedrooms to bathrooms — tended to be small in size. Moreover, storage space was in short supply. As a result, when families looking for a move-up home often cross older homes off their list due to an overall lack of space and versatility.

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Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025

Larger than the norm at 1,350 sq. ft., this 102-year-old, one-and-three-quarter storey Wolseley classic has been smartly updated, making for one very family-friendly home.

Lord Roberts infill duplex makes most of space, in style

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Lord Roberts infill duplex makes most of space, in style

Todd Lewys 5 minute read Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025

When it comes to designing highly livable infill homes, it’s all about smartly utilizing available space while not scrimping on style.

In this instance, the builder spent considerable time pondering the design of the dwelling, following that up with high build quality from the ground up.

And the design and construction process wasn’t hurried to ensure everything was done right.

A stylish, five-year-old infill home found at 421 Rosedale Ave. in Lord Roberts benefits from this approach, says Roger Burns of Century 21 Bachman & Associates.

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Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025

The like-new, five-year-old duplex is in a great location and built to the highest standards.

Spacious Armstrong’s Point dwelling bridges contemporary and classic

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Spacious Armstrong’s Point dwelling bridges contemporary and classic

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025

There are amazing neighbourhoods in our city that somehow manage to fly under the radar, and Armstrong’s Point is one of them.

A plausible explanation in this case is the fact the enclave is tucked away between Crescentwood and Wolseley, making it all too easy to overlook.

However, if you take the time to visit the history-laden enclave, you can’t help but be smitten by what you see: stands of ancient trees, large mature lots and a delightful collection of home styles that stands out for the sheer fact every dwelling is unique in its design.

And while many of the homes in the storied area are special, some are more special than others.

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Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025

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Custom built in 1909, the Armstrong’s Point dwelling offers a combination of yesteryear character and modern functionality.

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River Heights home resplendently remodelled with 1930s charm intact

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River Heights home resplendently remodelled with 1930s charm intact

Todd Lewys 5 minute read Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025

One of the most challenging aspects of remodelling a classic 1930s home is to add modern functionality without compromising its timeless character.

Consequently, when the outgoing owners of 135 Ash St. decided to update their 2,910-sq.-ft. River Heights classic — which was likely a custom-built home when it was built in 1931 — they undertook the project with great care and respect.

To that end, they enlisted the help of Art Gross of Art Gross Builders Inc. and renowned architect Les Stecheson.

Val Miller of Royal LePage Dynamic Realty says no detail of the redesign of the stately home was overlooked.

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Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025

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Lovingly remodelled in 2009-10, the 3,614-sq.-ft., two-storey River Heights classic sits on a mature 100-by-120-foot lot.

Fully updated La Salle two-storey luxurious and livable

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Fully updated La Salle two-storey luxurious and livable

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025

One of the drawbacks of homes with open-concept floor plans is — for better or worse — everything is right in front of you when you walk into the main living area.

And while flow between spaces is seamless, you can’t help but feel all the areas — family room, dining area and kitchen — aren’t as distinct as you’d like them to be.

Thankfully, some homes were designed to provide a happy medium between traditional (segmented) and modern (open-concept) design.

A sharp looking two-storey home located on an expansive lot at 27 McQueen Dr. in La Salle is one of those homes, says David Phillips of Century 21 Carrie Realty.

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Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025

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The 2,575-sq.-ft., two-storey home is exceptionally livable and has been tastefully remodelled throughout.

Tastefully updated River Park South bungalow ideal for a young family

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Tastefully updated River Park South bungalow ideal for a young family

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025

These days, when growing families look to buy a move-up home, they have two options.

Option A is a brand-new detached two-storey home in one of the city’s newer neighbourhoods such as Prairie Pointe, Sage Creek or Summerlea (to name a few).

In most instances, the price tag for such a home — which would be anywhere from 1,350 to 1,500 sq. ft. in size — would range from $500,000 to $560,000 depending on chosen options.

As exciting as the prospect of moving into a brand-new home is, it isn’t a total cakewalk. Which is to say such homes can often be far from complete.

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Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025

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The 1,279-sq.-ft. bungalow is full of upgrades, and is in a family-friendly spot near amenities.

Stately Crescentwood two-and-a-half storey abode truly one-of-a-kind

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Stately Crescentwood two-and-a-half storey abode truly one-of-a-kind

Todd Lewys 5 minute read Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025

A home just doesn’t happen — it’s created.

That’s exactly what the longtime owners did with a stately two-and-a-half storey home situated on a 108-by-135-foot lot at 134 Harrow St. in Crescentwood — create a quietly spectacular home, over the span of three decades.

Built in 1914, the sprawling home is a throwback to a time when craftsmanship was king with its commanding silhouette speaking to its one-of-a-kind, early 20th-century design.

That time period is underscored inside courtesy of high baseboards, hand-hewn red-oak hardwoods, ornate crown mouldings and a delightful collection of special spaces.

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Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025

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The stately 4,290-square-foot home, which has been thoughtfully updated throughout, combines timeless charm with modern convenience.

Light, airy and just like new: Make this luxury home your own

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Light, airy and just like new: Make this luxury home your own

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025

Thanks to U.S. tariffs and ever-rising construction material prices, it’s never been more costly to build a luxury home.

Add to that the possibility — due to those and other factors — that a home’s price could increase during the building process and you have a scenario that can be as stress-filled as it is exciting.

That financial pressure can prompt some buyers to forego desirable options and design features in an attempt to keep costs under control, which can leach some of the joy out of a time that should be filled with anticipation and optimism.

But every now and again, a gem of a luxury home comes up on the resale market.

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Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025

Just one year old, this 2,101 sq. ft. two-storey home features luxurious finishes throughout.

Mid-century modern marvel

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Mid-century modern marvel

Todd Lewys 5 minute read Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025

Sometimes when you envision a home, it can come close to perfection.

That’s what happened in 1964 when architect Roy Sellors designed a 1,996 sq. ft. bungalow for an oversized lot at 71 D’Arcy Drive in University Heights.

Tucked away at the back of a narrow tract of land that backs onto the Red River, the sprawling home — which featured a mid-century modern design — was considered the in-thing.

The thing with home designs, though, is that some turn out to be special and have real staying power, while others turn out to be ordinary.

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Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025

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This masterfully designed mid-century modern bungalow is a gem, inside and out.

Well-built bungalow is a homey haven

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Well-built bungalow is a homey haven

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

These days, purchasing a brand-new house can cost a family $650,000 or more.

And bear in mind that’s for a house — whether it be a bungalow, two- storey or cab-over — that may not be landscaped or have a developed lower level, or even appliances. By the time all the dust settles, the total cost of finishing a new home can come to $700,000 or more.

Consequently, many families instead look for a well-maintained, fully developed resale home that falls in the $500,000 to $550,000 range. Problem is, such homes can be hard to find, especially bungalows.

But Phil Gear of The Moore Group (Century 21) and his teammate, Scott Moore, just listed a move-in-ready bungalow at 15 Guernsey Lane in River Park South.

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Saturday, Sep. 27, 2025

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The 10-year-old, 1,284 sq. ft. bungalow is a turnkey treasure that families will fall in love with at first sight.

Wonderful Wellington

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Wonderful Wellington

Todd Lewys 5 minute read Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025

One of the most indelible images of Wellington Crescent is of the stately, early 20th-century homes lining the street amid stands of mature trees.

However, while those River Heights North classics garner attention for their distinctive designs, some of them can be quite dated inside. But that’s not an issue with the 1,565 sq. ft., two-storey home found at 1324 Wellington between Lindsay and Borebank streets, says Nicola Guttormson of RE/MAX Executives Realty.

“This home was actually built in 1986 and has been well maintained from the original design,” she says. “It’s an architectural treasure that was designed by some of Winnipeg’s most prominent architects, including Les Stechesen. As soon as you step onto the walkway that leads up to the home, you feel a serene energy.”

Indeed, there’s a certain magical energy that seems to radiate from the long, deep lot.

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Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025

The masterfully designed home, with its large windows framing views of the mature trees, is beautiful inside and out.

This timbered rustic retreat will wow you

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This timbered rustic retreat will wow you

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Sep. 13, 2025

As exciting as city life can be, there are times when many of us dream of getting away from the stress of our high-paced, ultra-busy lives.

On challenging days, our thoughts often go back to time spent off-grid, either camping or at a cottage set well off the beaten path — times when life was quiet and filled with beauty.

When the frenetic pace of the city becomes too much, some people start looking for a way to lead a simpler life.

That could mean finding a place to raise a family in a safe neighbourhood that offers outdoor activities for kids, or downsizing to an area that promises solitude and tranquility after many years of commuting to the office in heavy traffic.

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Saturday, Sep. 13, 2025

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