Burnaby Real Estate Market Report

The Burnaby, British Columbia real estate market is currently classified as a buyer's market. The MLS composite benchmark price is $1.1M, down 6.0% year-over-year.

There are currently 2,018 active listings, representing 8.5 months of inventory. According to Greater Vancouver REALTORS, there were 2,390 sales and 5,938 new listings in June 2026. Inventory has increased 147.6% compared to last month.

Currently, listings spend an average of 28 days on market and the average price per square foot is $946.

Board Data vs Our Listings

MetricGreater Vancouver REALTORSOur Listings
Benchmark / Median Price$1.1M$899K
Active Listings17,0172,018
Detached Benchmark$1.8M$3.6M
Townhouse Benchmark$1.0M$916K
Apartment Benchmark$695K$825K

Detached properties make up the largest share of the Burnaby market at 27% of active listings with an average price of $3.6M. Condo listings follow at 65% (avg $825K).

Sales Activity & Absorption

Volume

237
Sold (30d)
685
Sold (90d)
28
Avg DOM
1,203
New (30d)

Market Signals

412
Price Cuts (30d)
170
New (7d)
11%
Sell-Through
95.4%
List-to-Sale

Greater Vancouver REALTORS reported 2,390 sales this period, 1203 new listings appeared in the past month, 412 sellers reduced their asking price.

Market Balance

Months of Inventory

Seller'sBalancedBuyer's
8.5months
Strong Buyer's Market
Sales-to-New Listings (SNLR)40.2%

Demand moderately exceeds supply — conditions favor sellers.

Sales-to-Active Listings (SALR)14.6%

Moderate absorption — healthy turnover.

Sell-Through Rate10.6%
Inventory Change (30d)+147.6%
Board Active Listings17,017
Site Active Listings2,018

With 8.5 months of inventory, buyers have more options and negotiating leverage. Sellers should price competitively and be prepared for longer marketing times.

Neighborhoods

AreaListingsAvg Price
Gilmore Place13$984K
The City Of Lougheed11$734K
Slate10$1.3M
The Standard9$847K
Kwasen Village9$772K
Station Square9$965K
Alaska8$693K
Concord Brentwood Hillside East7$1.2M
Burlington Square7$613K
Novo 27$508K
Polaris7$825K
Cedar Creek7$695K
Avg 3 schools nearbyAvg 9 parks nearbyAvg 15 transit stops nearby

Interest Rates & Affordability

Current Rates

Bank of Canada Policy Rate2.25%
Prime Rate4.45%
Est. Variable Rate (Prime + 0.5%)4.95%

Lower rates increase purchasing power. The Bank of Canada sets the policy rate which influences prime rates across lenders.

Estimated Monthly Payment

Based on median price of $899K, 20% down, 25yr amortization
$4,183/mo
at 4.95% variable rate

This is an estimate only. Actual rates and payments will vary based on your credit profile, lender, and mortgage terms.

Market Outlook

This is currently a buyer's market with more negotiating power for purchasers. The Burnaby market currently has 2,018 active listings with a median price of $899K and 8.5 months of inventory.

According to Greater Vancouver REALTORS, the composite benchmark price is $1.1M (-6.0% year-over-year). There were 2,390 sales recorded, with a sales-to-active listings ratio of 14.6%. This indicates a balanced market with moderate competition.

  • High inventory (8.5 months) favors buyers
  • Prices declining (-33.2% in 30 days)
  • High price reduction rate (20% of listings)
  • Low sell-through rate (11%)
  • Average price per square foot is $946
  • Sold properties averaged -11 days on market

For Buyers

With more inventory and less competition, buyers in Burnaby have room to negotiate. Take time to compare options and don't rush — but be ready to act on well-priced properties. There were 170 new listings in the past week.

For Sellers

With higher inventory, pricing strategy is critical. Price at or slightly below market value to attract attention. Ensure your listing stands out with quality photos and accurate details. 412 listings have reduced their price in the past 30 days. The current sell-through rate is 11%.

Data sourced from CREA DDF® active and sold listings. Metrics computed from listing data updated daily, with board statistics from Greater Vancouver REALTORS. Prepared by Client Care with AI assistance, reviewed by our team.

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Market data is calculated from active and recently sold MLS® listings as of July 2026. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Consult a real estate professional for specific advice.

Data provided by CREA DDF. The trademarks REALTOR®, REALTORS®, and the REALTOR® logo are controlled by The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.