{"id":596629,"date":"2026-04-11T08:22:13","date_gmt":"2026-04-11T08:22:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/596629\/"},"modified":"2026-04-11T08:22:13","modified_gmt":"2026-04-11T08:22:13","slug":"esprit-de-vie-winnipeg-free-press","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/596629\/","title":{"rendered":"Esprit de vie \u2013 Winnipeg Free Press"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If there\u2019s one thing families prize above all else when they\u2019re looking to buy a new home, it\u2019s affordability.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s easy to see why.<\/p>\n<p>With the cost of a new entry-level home running between $500,000 and $600,000, home-buying budgets, suffice it to say, are being stretched to their outermost limits.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4119377_web1_Exterior---Esprit-Condominiums.jpg\" data-pswp- data-pswp-width=\"1369\" data-pswp-height=\"2048\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4119377_web1_Exterior---Esprit-Condominiums.jpg\" alt=\"TODD LEWYS \/ FREE PRESS&#10;                                Only two units are left in Esprit Condominiums, with both coming in at under $400,000.\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/p>\n<p>TODD LEWYS \/ FREE PRESS<\/p>\n<p>Only two units are left in Esprit Condominiums, with both coming in at under $400,000.<\/p>\n<p>If possible, families desperately want to find a new residence that costs significantly less, as they need the extra money to put food on the table and clothe their kids.<\/p>\n<p>Myles Viklund, the sales representative for Esprit Condominiums in Bison Run, says the well-designed condos have nearly sold out \u2014 there are presently just two units left \u2014 for one very important reason.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAt $379,900 for 1,214-sq.-ft. units and $397,900 for 1,323-sq.-ft. units, these townhomes are affordable. They are also in a strategic spot close to schools, which also helps,\u201d he says. \u201cThese are also very family-friendly townhomes with floor plans that work well for families. That\u2019s why the project is almost sold out.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>He also says prospective buyers need not despair.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThere\u2019s good news \u2014 Esprit North Townhome Condominiums are coming,\u201d says Viklund. \u201cThey\u2019ll feature the same concept \u2014 solid livable townhomes with the essentials that families need: user-friendly layouts, a good use of space and beautiful finishes. As with Esprit, parking will be on ground level to help keep the condos more affordable.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4119377_web1_Kitchen--Esprit-Condominiums.jpg\" data-pswp- data-pswp-width=\"1369\" data-pswp-height=\"2048\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4119377_web1_Kitchen--Esprit-Condominiums.jpg\" alt=\"TODD LEWYS \/ FREE PRESS&#10;                                Kitchens in both units \u2014 which include four appliances \u2014 were placed along the wall to open up space in both the living room and dining area.\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/p>\n<p>TODD LEWYS \/ FREE PRESS<\/p>\n<p>Kitchens in both units \u2014 which include four appliances \u2014 were placed along the wall to open up space in both the living room and dining area.<\/p>\n<p>Walk through the condos, and it\u2019s easy to see why they\u2019ve been popular with families. The use of space is excellent, they\u2019re naturally bright and the finishes look sharp. This is exactly what families are looking for \u2014 a good environment in which to raise a family.<\/p>\n<p>Flexibility is the key trait of the ground-level main living areas in both the smaller and larger condos (the Hazel and Ivory models, respectively).<\/p>\n<p>While a table for six can fit in without an issue, couples without children or with a small child could opt to put in a table for two to create additional play space.<\/p>\n<p>At the same time, the kitchen was placed along the left-hand side to maximize livable space, leaving ample room for a good-sized living room that\u2019s flooded with natural light coming in through a large window on the right-hand wall.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThere\u2019s also a powder room, too which is a great feature,\u201d says Viklund. \u201cIslands are optional in both models, and kitchens also come with quartz countertops, beautiful cabinets and four appliances are included in the purchase price. Flooring is warm, durable, vinyl plank.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4119377_web1_Living-Room---Esprit-Condominiums.jpg\" data-pswp- data-pswp-width=\"1369\" data-pswp-height=\"2048\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4119377_web1_Living-Room---Esprit-Condominiums.jpg\" alt=\"TODD LEWYS \/ FREE PRESS&#10;                                The living rooms in Streetside Developments\u2019 three-storey attached townhome-style condos in Bison Run are spacious and naturally bright.\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/p>\n<p>TODD LEWYS \/ FREE PRESS<\/p>\n<p>The living rooms in Streetside Developments\u2019 three-storey attached townhome-style condos in Bison Run are spacious and naturally bright.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, parents will like what they find on the unit\u2019s second level \u2014 in this, the 1,323-sq.-ft. Hazel.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe layout of these condos really suits families, as you can see when you arrive at the second floor,\u201d says Viklund. \u201cThere\u2019s a flex area next to a large window that can be used as a reading area or office, which is a nice touch. And the parents have the whole level to themselves.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>As it turns out, the primary bedroom (which checks in at a generous 11.3-by-12.1 feet in the 1,323-sq.-ft. model) is a revelation.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cNot only is it a good size, but it also offers a walk-in closet and a three-piece ensuite with a walk-in shower,\u201d he says. \u201cAnd having the bedroom as the only space on the second floor naturally creates separation between the primary bedroom and kids\u2019 bedrooms.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Then, there\u2019s the third floor. Once again, the layout is ultra-efficient.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4119377_web1_Main-Living-Area---Esprit-Condominiums.jpg\" data-pswp- data-pswp-width=\"2048\" data-pswp-height=\"1369\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4119377_web1_Main-Living-Area---Esprit-Condominiums.jpg\" alt=\"TODD LEWYS \/ FREE PRESS&#10;                                The main living area in the 1,323-sq.-ft. Hazel is bright, beautifully finished and very livable.\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/p>\n<p>TODD LEWYS \/ FREE PRESS<\/p>\n<p>The main living area in the 1,323-sq.-ft. Hazel is bright, beautifully finished and very livable.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBedroom No. 2 is a really good size at nearly 10-by-11.3 feet, and comes with a walk-in closet, while the second bedroom is also a good size,\u201d says Viklund. \u201cThe kids will also get their own bathroom too.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Viklund says couples that qualify as first-time buyers can take advantage of a new federal program.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThere\u2019s now a federal government GST rebate for first-time buyers that takes five per cent off the purchase price of a home. It\u2019s not a small thing and has in fact spurred buyer activity for us here. A five per cent saving is significant.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Regarding the upcoming Esprit North development, Viklund says unit designs will mirror Esprit Condominiums, while prices will remain under $500,000.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThey will remain affordable and will be close to two schools and the upcoming South Winnipeg Recreation Complex,\u201d says Viklund. \u201cEsprit North will offer great value, as will our other new projects, Sienna (apartment-style) Condos and Leva Condos. We\u2019re excited about all three projects.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4119377_web1_Main-Living-Area-2---Esprit-Condominiums--1214-sq.-ft.-model-.jpg\" data-pswp- data-pswp-width=\"2048\" data-pswp-height=\"1369\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4119377_web1_Main-Living-Area-2---Esprit-Condominiums--1214-sq.-ft.-model-.jpg\" alt=\"TODD LEWYS \/ FREE PRESS&#10;                                The main living area in the more compact Ivory unit was outfitted to show how an optional island would be positioned.\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/p>\n<p>TODD LEWYS \/ FREE PRESS<\/p>\n<p>The main living area in the more compact Ivory unit was outfitted to show how an optional island would be positioned.<\/p>\n<p>lewys@mymts.net<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4119377_web1_Primary-Bedroom---Esprit-Condominiums.jpg\" data-pswp- data-pswp-width=\"2048\" data-pswp-height=\"1369\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4119377_web1_Primary-Bedroom---Esprit-Condominiums.jpg\" alt=\"TODD LEWYS \/ FREE PRESS&#10;                                Primary bedrooms in both condo models are very private and come with a walk-in closet and three-piece ensuite.\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/p>\n<p>TODD LEWYS \/ FREE PRESS<\/p>\n<p>Primary bedrooms in both condo models are very private and come with a walk-in closet and three-piece ensuite.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4119377_web1_Second-Floor-Flex-Area---Esprit-Condominiums.jpg\" data-pswp- data-pswp-width=\"1369\" data-pswp-height=\"2048\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4119377_web1_Second-Floor-Flex-Area---Esprit-Condominiums.jpg\" alt=\"TODD LEWYS \/ FREE PRESS&#10;                                A second-floor flex area is a handy space that could be used as an office or reading area in both of the condominium models.\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/p>\n<p>TODD LEWYS \/ FREE PRESS<\/p>\n<p>A second-floor flex area is a handy space that could be used as an office or reading area in both of the condominium models.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4119377_web1_Esprit-North-Building-100-C-HD.jpg\" data-pswp- data-pswp-width=\"2048\" data-pswp-height=\"1024\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4119377_web1_Esprit-North-Building-100-C-HD.jpg\" alt=\"Supplied&#10;                                Esprit North Condominiums \u2014 which have just started construction \u2014 will offer the same great value, livability and location as Esprit Condominiums.\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Supplied<\/p>\n<p>Esprit North Condominiums \u2014 which have just started construction \u2014 will offer the same great value, livability and location as Esprit Condominiums.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"If there\u2019s one thing families prize above all else when they\u2019re looking to buy a new home, it\u2019s&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":596630,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[194296],"tags":[49,48,22073],"class_list":["post-596629","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-winnipeg","tag-ca","tag-canada","tag-winnipeg"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/596629","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=596629"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/596629\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/596630"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=596629"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=596629"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=596629"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}