Houses for sale in Winnipeg: Norwood and Norwood Flats

Houses for sale in Norwood and Norwood Flats, Winnipeg have a community that includes a diverse residential community made up of single detached homes, small apartment buildings, and some semi-detached properties and condos. Residents can get out and enjoy green spaces along the river to the east or take advantage of commercial amenities along the busier stretches of St. Mary's Road and Marion Street. Norwood retains its historical charm through the antique architecture of buildings such as the Holy Cross Church. Located less than four kilometres from downtown, Norwood East residents working in the city centre enjoy a quick commute and people often choose to walk, cycle, or use public transportation here. Norwood and Norwood Flats form the MLS® area 2B.

Homes in Norwood and Norwood Flats

Norwood and Norwood Flats form one of Winnipeg's most-loved character neighbourhoods, on the St. Boniface side of the rivers just southeast of downtown. The housing is mostly single-detached character homes on mature, tree-lined streets, with some small apartment buildings, semi-detached homes and condos in the mix. The character and central setting keep it a sought-after address, though the variety of home types leaves room for a range of budgets.

The rivers and the Lyndale trail

The area is wrapped by the Red and Seine rivers, and the riverbank is a real draw. The Lyndale Drive trail is popular for walking, running and cycling with big river views, and from the May long weekend through Thanksgiving, Lyndale Drive closes to through traffic on Sundays, which gives it a park-like feel. Playgrounds and green space make it a favourite with families, and it is a short trip to downtown, so many people walk, cycle or take transit.

Buying a character home here

A lot of the housing is older and full of character, so on those homes, check the furnace, windows, wiring and roof, and ask what has been updated. With the rivers close, the basement, sump pump and drainage matter, and on riverfront lots, look at grading, the bank and flood history. Character homes reward buyers who value original details but plan for upkeep. Selling here, the character, the tree-lined street and the river setting are the story.

Where are Norwood and Norwood Flats?
On the St. Boniface side of the rivers, just southeast of downtown.

What kind of homes are here?
Mostly single-detached character homes, with some small apartments, semi-detached homes and condos.

What is the area known for?
Its character housing and the Lyndale Drive riverbank trail along the Red and Seine rivers.

What should I check in a character home?
Furnace, windows, wiring and roof, the basement, sump pump and drainage, and on riverfront lots, grading, the bank and flood history.