Location and Population
The Canadian City of Burnaby in the Province of British Columbia adjacent to the City of Vancouver on the Burrard Peninsula is the seat of the Greater Vancouver Regional District Government (Metro Vancouver). Burnaby covers 38 square miles in the central part of the peninsula between Vancouver on the west and New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam on the east. The Burrard Inlet on the north and a channel of the Fraser River on the south complete Burnaby’s borders. The 2011 Census reported a population of 223,218, more than a third of which is ethnically Chinese, Korean, or Japanese.
Local History
At incorporation in 1892, residents named their municipality after explorer Robert Burnaby, who in 1859 had surveyed the freshwater lake near the city’s present geographical centre. At first a rural agricultural area for nearby urban markets, Burnaby became a first-tier bedroom suburb as Vancouver expanded into a metropolis. Over time, Burnaby itself shifted in character from rural to suburban and now to urban, finally reaching city status in 1992, when the Corporation of the District of Burnaby became the City of Burnaby
Industry and Commerce
Burnaby has many industrial and commercial enterprises. Metropolis at Metrotown is British Columbia’s largest commercial mall. Major technology firms Ballard Power Systems, Electronic Arts, and Telus operate in Burnaby. There are Chevron and Petro-Canada petroleum refineries on the shores of the Burrard Inlet. Electronics firms Future Shop and Nokia have significant facilities in Burnaby. The Online Trading Academy has an administrative office center, and film production studios and TV stations add a lively media presence.
Transportation
SkyTrain, the rail rapid transit system of Greater Vancouver operated by Translink, Metro Vancouver’s regional transportation agency, has its headquarters in Burnaby. SkyTrain runs fully automated trains on grade-separated tracks mostly on elevated platforms from which passengers enjoy vistas over the city and which help maintain the system’s highly punctual performance. The Skybridge, the world’s longest cable-supported bridge dedicated to transit, crosses the Fraser River between New Westminster and Surrey. On the streets, the Coast Mountain Bus Company, a division of Translink, operates a busy bus service.
The Trans-Canada Highway skirts Burnaby Lake on its course through the city center from Vancouver to Surrey and onward to the east. On Sea Island 10 miles away accessible by SkyTrain or a 20-minute drive by car, Vancouver International Airport operates daily flights to destinations worldwide.
Proposed Burnaby Mountain Pipeline
At 1,200 feet, Burnaby Mountain in its northeastern corner near the Burrard Inlet reaches the city’s highest elevation, and the encompassing Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area is a scenic home to the Simon Fraser University campus and to resident and transient deer, bears, and coyotes. Kinder Morgan, which calls itself “a different kind of Energy Company,” proposes to reroute a section of its TransMountain Pipeline from a residential area to a more direct route through the mountain. The proposal would triple pipeline capacity, Kinder Morgan claims.
In May 2014, Burnaby filed a request with the Canadian National Energy Board demanding additional information, arguing that the project would force Burnaby citizens to endure significant new risks and costs for many years. The board announced in July 2014 that it would delay action on Kinder Morgan’s permit application to afford more time for study and public comment.
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New Burnaby Live MLS Listings
The City of Burnaby
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6001 HUMPHRIES Place in Burnaby: Buckingham Heights House for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS® # R2209081
$5,500,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2209081
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 5,744 sq. ft.
Soon to be created 2 Legal fully serviced Lots. TWO R-1 9611 Sqft view lots. Seller can custom build new homes or sell lots together at a price of $4.5 million with no building contract. Spectacular North Shore mountain views in a prime cul-de-sac in Prestigious Buckingham Heights. More detailsRE/MAX Central
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6198 GORDON Place in Burnaby: Buckingham Heights House for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS® # R2208135
$4,998,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2208135
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 6,214 sq. ft.
This spectacular newly built ‘Dream Home’ is located in this most desirable Buckingham Heights neighborhood & was designed by one of Vancouver’s premier award winning architects. This stunning & luxuriously appointed 5 bedroom, 6 bathroom residence offers approximately 6,200 SF of spacious living & was created to offer a wonderful indoor outdoor lifestyle like no other. The home is beautifully designed throughout & features an expansive open floor plan with high ceilings, floor to ceiling windows & a dazzling array of luxury features including a private elevator, air conditioning, integrated lighting & smart home technology as well as an additional Chinese kitchen. All situated on a beautifully landscaped 15,952 SF gated estate property with heated covered terrace & perfect mountain views. More detailsAngell Hasman (Malcolm Hasman) - Aedis Realty
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7280 18TH Avenue in Burnaby: Edmonds BE House for sale (Burnaby East) : MLS® # R2201411
$4,532,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2201411
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 3,445 sq. ft.
Rare investment opportunity! Developers must see!! Potential 4 lots assembly with 27,088 sf in total right next to Kingsway with townhouses rezoning. 7280 18th ave(R2201411), 7288 18th ave (R2201435), 7296 18th ave(R2203367) and 7419 Britton St. One of the best location in convenient Burnaby East Area. Short drive to Metrotown. Walk to Highgate Mall, library, banks, Edmonds Community Center, swimming pool, Edmonds Park, shopping, skytrain station, restaurants, café and more. Walking distance to High Rank St Thomas More Collegiate Private School & OLM primary school (13 mins). The neighborhood is developing fast, call us today for details. More detailsJovi Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
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5611 BESSBOROUGH Drive in Burnaby: Capitol Hill BN House for sale (Burnaby North) : MLS® # R2210778
$4,380,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2210778
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,733 sq. ft.
Welcome to your dream home! On the quiet side of the Capital Hill in North Burnaby, this home unobstructed views of the Burrard Inlet, Indian Arm, Deep Cove & the North Shore Mountains from all levels. Rare large land over 12,000 sf (66'x183') built with dedication and lots of luxury. Extra high ceilings and extra big windows give great natural light, top of the line appliances in kitchen and wok kitchen, smart control. Upstairs four large bedrooms all with walk-in closet. Downstairs huge media room, 1 bedroom separate entry suite. Central location close to The Heights, Kensington Plaza, Brentwood Mall, freeway access, schools, SFU & buses. A Sensational Residence in Capital Hill w/Truly Amazing Water & Mountain Views. Open House Sat and Sun 2-4PM More detailsRoyal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
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7305 BULLER Avenue in Burnaby: Metrotown Home for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS® # R2132277
$3,899,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2132277
The subject property is located in the South Slope and in an established industrial area bounded by Kingsway & Royal Oak, rumble & Griffiths. It is an irregular shaped site with frontage on Buller of 63 feet and frontage on Beresford of 222 feet (total 23000 sqft). the site is occupied by a one-storey wood frame workshop building & a bungalow house, currently used as warehouses with a potential for rezoning as development of multi-family townhouses or apartment building. The value is for land only. Paved central yard, front and north side yards are landscaped with lawn and fencing. More detailsRE/MAX Central - Aedis Realty
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6614 PARKDALE Drive in Burnaby: Parkcrest House for sale (Burnaby North) : MLS® # R2203555
$3,888,888Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2203555
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 4,728 sq. ft.
A luxurious, custom crafted home w/ Metrotown views on the South & ideally positioned near Sperling Elementary. Home of 4728 sqft on an ideal 60x140 lot, generously proportioned and its layout flexible to suit your needs. Open-concept home boasts many desirable features: 7 bedrms,6 bathrms,2 relax rms, 1 outside swimming pool, hardwood flrs,vast storage,gorgeous decorative paint,gourmet kitchen,granite counters,a/c,HRVautomation,security system w/cameras & double garage,Auto Sping in Garden. 5-10 minutes to shopping center and Burnaby Lake. A masterpiece of a home,a dream come true for those accustomed to the best quality in design and lifestyle. More detailsNew Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
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6622 PARKDALE Drive in Burnaby: Parkcrest House for sale (Burnaby North) : MLS® # R2203559
$3,888,888Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2203559
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,728 sq. ft.
A luxurious, custom crafted home w/ Metrotown views on the South & ideally positioned near Sperling Elementary. Home of 4728 sqft on an ideal 60x140 lot, generously proportioned and its layout flexible to suit your needs. Open-concept home boasts many desirable features: 7 bedrms,6 bathrms,2 relax rms, 1 outside swimming pool, hardwood flrs,vast storage,gorgeous decorative paint,gourmet kitchen,granite counters,a/c,HRVautomation,security system w/cameras & double garage,Auto Sping in Garden. 5-10 minutes to shopping center and Burnaby Lake. A masterpiece of a home,a dream come true for those accustomed to the best quality in design and lifestyle.Open house: Oct. 7/8 2-4PM More detailsNew Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
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5488 SPERLING Avenue in Burnaby: Deer Lake House for sale in "Deer Lake" (Burnaby South) : MLS® # R2213289
$3,888,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2213289
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,838 sq. ft.
Lovely home in prestige Deer Lake area. This house with a huge lot (13120 SF) was 95% rebuilt in 2010 except the ceiling in the living rooma nd the fire place. Seller kept the original foundation due to the Bylaw. High-end material and high quality finishing. Granite counter-top in kitchen, marble bathroom counter-top, engineering hardwood floor, rough-in fish tank in family room. Air-conditioning, air exchanger & heat recovery. Steps to Deer Lake. Close to Buckingham Elementary and Burnaby Central Secondary. More detailsRE/MAX Central - Aedis Realty
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5166 LORRAINE Avenue in Burnaby: Central Park BS House Duplex for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS® # R2194162
$3,800,000Multifamily- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2194162
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 3,687 sq. ft.
Sub-dividable property! Must be sold in conjunction with 3749 Burke Street. 3 Lot subdivision. Creation of one R5 duplex lot, two single family lots. Close to bus, skytrain, Metrotown, hospital and schools. Central location, quiet neighbourhood. More detailsSutton Centre Realty - Aedis Realty
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7628 WHEATER Court in Burnaby: Deer Lake House for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS® # R2212661
$3,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2212661
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 5,526 sq. ft.
FABULOUS! Westcoast living at its finest, a Whistler Chateau, a spa like retreat, an oasis of luxury & comforts that you can call home! 5526 sqft., 5 bdrms & den, 6 baths, 3 levels 3 car garage, of luxury home in Deer Lake / Buckingham Heights, (one of the most sought after locations in Bby), on one of the prettiest streets in the neighborhood, amongst newer luxury homes, fully gated & fenced, 1/4 acre property, private, quiet cul de sac location, & situated w/in walking distance to top ranked schools, Deer Lake & Deer Lake Park. Rarely do one owner custom built homes become available! Meticulously maintained, this home is as fresh & inspiring as its first day. Large windows, vaulted ceilings & skylights create a bright, open & spacious floorplan perfect for day to day living. More detailsRE/MAX Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
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