Burnaby is its own city east of Vancouver, home to the Metrotown and Brentwood condo towers, SFU and established detached neighbourhoods such as Burnaby Heights and Deer Lake. Tower districts add new supply at a steady pace, so condo buyers can often be selective while sellers must stand out on presentation and price. Because Burnaby sets its own bylaws and taxes separate from Vancouver's, local knowledge pays off, so we list one verified professional per service.
Sector professionals
| Profession | Expert | Google rating | Reviews | Score /100 | Status | Profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Real Estate Broker | Geoff Jarman | 4.7 | 45 | 89 | Verified | View profile |
| Mortgage Broker | Nick Shlyakhov | 5 | 346 | 81 | Verified | View profile |
| Home Inspector | David Fairbairn | 4.9 | 247 | 90 | Verified | View profile |
| Real Estate Lawyer | Eleanor Chung | 4.6 | 47 | 77 | Verified | View profile |
| Certified Appraiser | WesTech Appraisal Services Ltd. | 4.2 | 25 | 63 | Partial · below the 70/100 threshold | View profile |
Every expert is scored out of 100 — Google reviews (35), experience (30), active provincial licence (15), local presence (15), bonus (5). No placement can be bought. Our methodology
Real estate market data
Figures for Metro Vancouver (the Greater Vancouver REALTORS area) as a whole, which includes Burnaby. In September 2026, the MLS® benchmark price across Metro Vancouver (the Greater Vancouver REALTORS area) stood at $1,075,900, down 5.5% year over year. By property type: detached $1,784,700 (−7.3%), townhouse $1,016,700 (−4.7%), and apartment $682,500 (−6.2%). There were 1,717 sales during the month, 8.4% fewer than a year earlier.
Source: Greater Vancouver REALTORS (GVR), September 2026
Frequently asked questions
Which real estate professionals does Payotte recommend in Burnaby?
In Burnaby, Payotte selects one independent professional per trade, scored on public data (Google reviews, active licence on the regulator's register, genuine local presence) — no ads, no commissions, no paid placement. Current selections (verified between June 5, 2026 and June 7, 2026): Real Estate Broker — Geoff Jarman; Mortgage Broker — Nick Shlyakhov; Home Inspector — David Fairbairn; Real Estate Lawyer — Eleanor Chung; Certified Appraiser — WesTech Appraisal Services Ltd..
Is Burnaby part of the City of Vancouver?
No. Burnaby is a separate city directly east of Vancouver with its own council, bylaws and property taxes. Its sales are reported through Greater Vancouver REALTORS, but rules differ: notably, Vancouver's Empty Homes Tax does not apply in Burnaby, though the provincial Speculation and Vacancy Tax can. (City of Vancouver; BC Speculation and Vacancy Tax.)
How much inventory is there across Metro Vancouver in 2026?
Months of inventory — the figure used to call a buyer's or seller's market — is not available for Metro Vancouver (the Greater Vancouver REALTORS area) (September 2026), so Payotte does not call it either way rather than guess. In September 2026, the MLS® benchmark price across Metro Vancouver (the Greater Vancouver REALTORS area) stood at $1,075,900, down 5.5% year over year. Source: Greater Vancouver REALTORS (GVR), September 2026.
How does Burnaby pricing compare to the City of Vancouver?
Burnaby generally sits below comparable City of Vancouver homes, especially for detached property, which is part of its appeal to families and SFU-area buyers. Exact gaps vary by neighbourhood and property type, so local comparables matter more than any region-wide benchmark.