Burnaby city view
British Columbia

Welcome to Burnaby

Burnaby is centrally located in Metro Vancouver and offers a vibrant mix of urban living, cultural diversity, and natural beauty. Home to top institutions like SFU and BCIT, and major attractions like Metropolis at Metrotown, Burnaby is a top choice for homebuyers and investors.

EXPERT MARKET ANALYSIS

Burnaby Real Estate Market Insights

Our team of local experts analyzes Burnaby's real estate market to provide you with actionable insights.

Avg. Home Price

$1,150,000

-2.3%

Days on Market

21

+5%

Homes Sold (Monthly)

315

-8%

Price per Sq Ft

$725

-1.9%

Market Highlights

  • Burnaby home prices have decreased by 2.3% year-over-year
  • The most competitive neighborhoods are Metrotown and Brentwood
  • Around 40% of homes are selling above asking price
  • New developments continue to reshape the city's skyline
AREA GUIDE

Living in Burnaby: What You Should Know

Burnaby is the third-largest city in British Columbia, offering a perfect blend of urban amenities and natural beauty with extensive parks, shopping centers, and educational institutions.

  • Prime Central Location: Burnaby’s strategic position between Vancouver, Coquitlam, and New Westminster offers the perfect balance of suburban living with easy access to major city centers, highways, and transit routes.
  • Diverse and Family-Friendly Neighborhoods: From the scenic streets of Burnaby Heights to the vibrant communities of Willingdon and Vancouver Heights, Burnaby features a range of neighborhoods that suit families, professionals, and retirees alike.
  • Parks, Trails & Outdoor Lifestyle: Nature lovers enjoy year-round access to Central Park, Deer Lake Park, and countless green spaces, with walking trails, lakes, and cultural spots like the Burnaby Art Gallery just steps away.
  • Shopping, Dining & Entertainment Hub: Home to Metropolis at Metrotown—the largest mall in BC—Burnaby boasts endless options for shopping, restaurants, cinemas, and local entertainment, all in one place.
  • Excellent Schools & Transit Access: With top institutions like Simon Fraser University (SFU) and a well-connected SkyTrain network, Burnaby offers quality education and effortless commuting throughout Metro Vancouver.
Burnaby neighborhood

Top Attractions in Burnaby

Burnaby Mountain
Nature

Burnaby Mountain

Home to Simon Fraser University with panoramic views of the city and hiking trails.

Metrotown
Shopping

Metrotown

BC's largest shopping mall with over 400 stores, restaurants, and entertainment options.

Burnaby Village Museum
Museum

Burnaby Village Museum

Step back in time at this open-air museum showcasing a 1920s village, complete with heritage buildings, costumed interpreters, and a vintage carousel.

Deer Lake Park
Cultural

Deer Lake Park

Cultural hub featuring Burnaby Art Gallery, Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, and scenic lake views.

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GETTING AROUND

Transportation & Accessibility

Convenient access to transportation options makes commuting and traveling around the area easy.

Highways & Major Roads

  • Highway 1 (Trans-Canada Highway)
  • Lougheed Highway
  • Kingsway
  • Boundary Road
  • Hastings Street

Public Transit

  • SkyTrain Expo Line with 5 stations in Burnaby
  • SkyTrain Millennium Line with 4 stations in Burnaby
  • Extensive bus network connecting all neighborhoods
  • Connection to Vancouver and New Westminster via multiple routes

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