Is 91 St. Michael's a good fit for a family that needs more space in Winnipeg?

For a lot of households, yes. This St. Vital bungalow has three bedrooms and an updated kitchen on the main floor, plus a fourth bedroom and a second kitchen on the lower level, with two bathrooms in total. That layout works for a growing family, parents or in-laws moving in, adult kids at home, or a teenager who wants their own space. It's close to St. Vital Centre, nearby walking paths and St. Vital Park.

Quick Facts

Address: 91 St. Michael's, St. Vital, Winnipeg
Style: Bungalow
Bedrooms: 4 (3 up, 1 down)
Bathrooms: 2
Kitchens: 2 (updated main kitchen, second kitchen on the lower level)
Price: $349,900
MLS®: #202625976

The Main Floor: Light, Storage and Room to Cook

The first thing you notice is the light. Large south-facing windows run across the front of the house, so the living room and dining room get sun through most of the day. That counts for a lot in a Winnipeg winter, when it's dark by late afternoon.

The kitchen has been updated, with a good amount of counter space and storage. There's room for more than one person to cook at once, and enough cupboards that the small appliances don't have to live on the counter.

Three bedrooms round out the main floor. Everyone sleeps on one level, which is handy with young kids, and it's easy to set one up as an office or guest room if you don't need all three.

The Lower Level: A Fourth Bedroom and a Second Kitchen

Downstairs adds a fourth bedroom and a full second kitchen. That setup gives you options:

Parents or in-laws can have their own kitchen and some privacy while still being close by
Adult kids saving up for their own place get a bit of independence
A teenager gets a space that's theirs
Long-stay guests don't have to share your kitchen for weeks at a time

With two bathrooms in the house, mornings don't turn into a lineup.

The lower level also gives you flexibility down the road. If the space isn't needed for family at some point, it could bring in roughly $1,000 a month as a rental. If that's part of your plan, check with the City of Winnipeg on what's required for a secondary suite, and talk to your mortgage professional about whether rental income can count toward your qualifying.

The Backyard

The backyard is one of the best parts of this home. There's room for a vegetable garden, space for kids and the dog to run, and plenty of room to set up a table and have people over on a summer evening.

The Location

St. Vital is an established part of the city with mature trees and quiet residential streets, and 91 St. Michael's keeps day-to-day errands simple:

St. Vital Centre is close by for shopping, groceries and errands
Walking paths are right there for morning walks, dog walks or bike rides
St. Vital Park is just down the road, with trails, open green space and the Red River

You also have good access to St. Mary's Road and Bishop Grandin Boulevard for getting downtown, to the University of Manitoba or out to the Perimeter.

What It Takes to Buy

At a list price of $349,900, here's a look at down payment options:

Down payment Amount

Minimum (5%) $17,495

20% (no mortgage default insurance) $69,980

With less than 20% down, mortgage default insurance applies and the premium is usually added to your mortgage. If you're a first-time buyer, the First Home Savings Account (FHSA) and the Home Buyers' Plan can help you get to your down payment sooner.

Talk to a mortgage professional of your choice to get pre-approved and see what your monthly payment would look like.

The Market This Fall

According to the Winnipeg Regional Real Estate Board (WRREB), there were 4,102 active listings in August 2026, close to 70% more than in January, and sales had eased from their spring peak. Buyers have more to choose from and less competition than they did in the spring.

Prices are still holding up. WRREB reported a year-to-date average detached price of $468,679 through August 2026, the highest on record. Homes with a flexible layout in an established neighbourhood tend to get attention, so if this one fits, it's worth seeing sooner rather than later.

The Takeaway

91 St. Michael's is a St. Vital bungalow with a lot of natural light, three bedrooms and an updated kitchen on the main floor, and a fourth bedroom and second kitchen downstairs. It's set up for families who need more room or want family members close by, it has a big backyard, and it's near St. Vital Centre, walking paths and St. Vital Park.

As I always say, Knowledge is Power! The more you know about the home and the neighbourhood, the easier the decision gets.

Book a Showing

If you'd like to see 91 St. Michael's in person, call me, Nicole Hacault, at 204-808-1491 or reach out through yourwinnipegrealtor.com. I'll walk you through the house and answer any questions about the lower level and the area.

Nicole Hacault, Winnipeg REALTOR® Nicole Hacault & Associates Royal LePage Top Producers Real Estate MLS® #202625976

Sources: Winnipeg Regional Real Estate Board monthly MLS® market releases, January–August 2026; REALTOR.ca listing MLS® #202625976.

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