Home Burnaby, BC Government Road 7969 Burnlake Drive

7969 Burnlake Dr, Burnaby BC - Single Family Residence for Sale - MLS# R3145128

60 days on the market

$2,380,000

Est. Mortgage $10,529/mo

Listing updated: Jul 16, 2026 at 09:09am

EstateBlock checked: Sep 5, 2026 at 10:45pm

5 Beds

3 Baths

2641 sqft

901 $ /sqft

1966 built

37.7% cheaper than comps

60 days on the market

$2,380,000

Est. $10,529/mo with 20% down

Listing updated: Jul 16, 2026 at 09:09am

EstateBlock checked: Sep 5, 2026 at 10:45pm

Photos

Exterior Front Photo of 7969 Burnlake Drive, Burnaby, BC

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Living Room Photo of 7969 Burnlake Drive, Burnaby, BC

Family Room Photo of 7969 Burnlake Drive, Burnaby, BC

Dining Area Photo of 7969 Burnlake Drive, Burnaby, BC

Kitchen Photo of 7969 Burnlake Drive, Burnaby, BC

Kitchen Island Photo of 7969 Burnlake Drive, Burnaby, BC

Pantry Photo of 7969 Burnlake Drive, Burnaby, BC

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Primary Bedroom Photo of 7969 Burnlake Drive, Burnaby, BC

Located in one of Burnaby's most prestigious and sought-after neighborhoods, the Government Road area, this exceptional property offers an outstanding opportunity for families, investors, or those looking to build their dream home. Situated on a spacious 10,000 sq. ft. south-facing lot, the property enjoys excellent sun exposure, an attractive street frontage, and a generous, private backyard perfect for outdoor living, entertaining, or future landscaping. The newly renovated home is move-in ready and includes a self-contained 2-bedroom rental suite, providing an excellent mortgage helper or additional income potential. The prime location combines tranquility with convenience, being within walking distance to an elementary school and just minutes from Costco, Lougheed Town Centre.

Interior Features

Basement Finished Area (sqft)	0
Basement Features	None
Appliances Included	Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
Fireplace	2
Heating Type	Forced Air, Natural Gas
# of Kitchens	2
Flooring	Laminate, Mixed, Tile
Foundation	Concrete Perimeter

Exterior Features

Exterior Features	Balcony
Roof	Asphalt
Structures	Residential Detached

Building Details

Price	$2,380,000
Total Bedrooms	5
Total Bathrooms	3
Full Bathrooms	3
Half Bathrooms	0
Floor Area Total (sqft)	2641
Year Built	1966
Age Of Building	60
Building Type	Single Family Residence
Property Type	Residential
Stories	2
Ownership Type	Freehold NonStrata
Utility Type	Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
Utility Sewer	Public Sewer, Sanitary Sewer, Storm Sewer
Water (WaterSource)	Public
Parking Type	Garage Triple, Front Access
Total Parking Spaces	8
Rental Suites	Unauthorized Suite

Lot & Land

Lot Size	10055
Lot Size Depth	Feet
Lot Size Frontage	75
MLS^® #	R3145128
Area	Burnaby North
Neighbourhood	Government Road
City	Burnaby
Postal Code	V5A 2G2
Gross Taxes	$7,259.69
Zoning	RES

Property Timeline

Status	Date	Price
R3145128 / Active	07-08-2026	$2,380,000

Rooms

Floor	Type	Dimensions
Below	Living Room	13'9 x 13'9 ft
Below	Kitchen	13'9 x 13'9 ft
Below	Dining Room	13'9 x 13'9 ft
Below	Foyer	11'1 x 11'1 ft
Below	Bedroom	12'1 x 12'1 ft
Below	Bedroom	9'4 x 9'4 ft

Bathrooms

Floor	Ensuite	Pieces
Main Level	No	#4
Main Level	Yes	#3
Below	No	#4

Listed by: RE/MAX Crest Realty

NOTE: This representation is based in whole or in part on data generated by the Chilliwack & District Real Estate Board, Fraser Valley Real Estate Board or Greater Vancouver REALTORS^® which assumes no responsibility for its accuracy.

Map & Neighbourhood

Public Schools

Secondary
Burnaby Mountain Secondary School: Above Average 1.67 km 7.1/10

Information includes BC Government Open License data; school details change often and are offered solely as general guidance.

Private Schools

Elementary,Secondary
John Knox Christian - Elementary Campus: Above Average 2.79 km 9.3/10
Elementary,Secondary
John Knox Christian - Elementary Campus: Above Average 2.79 km 9.3/10

Closest Transit

Bus Stop
Eastbound Government Rd @ Piper Ave: 0.16 km
Skytrain
Skytrain @ Lake City Way Stn: 0.66 km

Crime Rate

Total Crime Rate: Below Average
Violent Crime Rate: Low
Property Crime Rate: Average

Demographics

Post-Secondary Education: Above Average 39.6%
No Certificate/Degree: Below Average 9.9%
Owner Occupied: Below Average 46.4%
Employment Rate: Average 63.5%

Noise/ Power Lines

Road/Hwy Noise: Unlikely
Railway/Sky train Noise: Unlikely
Airport/Port Noise: Unlikely
Close to major Power Lines: Unlikely

Other

Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR): Unlikely
Flood Area: Unlikely
Close to Cemeteries: Unlikely

Sell Speed & Competition

66 / 100

Overall sell-speed score

Likely within weeks

A+

Price competition grade

Avg comparable: $3,277,260

Buyer's

Market conditions

Buyer's market — more supply than demand

Flood Risk (FEMA/BC)

Unlikely — not in floodplain

Railway / Skytrain noise

Unlikely — 0.66 km from station

Road / Highway noise

Unlikely

Airport noise (YVR)

Unlikely

Power lines proximity

Unlikely

ALR (Agricultural Land Reserve)

No — not in ALR

How GOVERNMENT ROAD compares

This property

60 DOM

Slower than area

Government Road avg

37 DOM

Average

Burnaby avg

37 DOM

Faster market

7969 Burnlake Drive has a sell-speed score of 66/100, placing it in the "Expected to sell within weeks" band. The listing is priced 37.7% below comparable active properties in Government Road, which is a strong competitive signal. The local market is currently a Buyer's Market with a sales-to-active ratio of 9.7% and an area average of 37 days on market — buyers have more leverage. With only 247 competing homes currently listed, this property has significant competition. Based on these signals, EstateBlock predicts this listing is likely to sell within a few weeks.

Climate Risk for V5A 2G2

Natural hazards vary by location and can change over time. The following provides a summary of potential impacts to this area, postal code V5A 2G2, over the next 30 years. Projections use the 2041–2070 period (2050s) under a moderate emissions scenario (SSP2-4.5).

Flood Lower Risk

Outside of designated flood hazard zones. Under 10% of buildings in this area have flood risk over the next 30 years.

Fire Low

Located within the "Vancouver" WUI zone (Risk Class 5 — Low). Based on BC Wildfire Service provincial WUI Risk Class mapping; not a site-specific assessment.

Air Quality B / Good

Annual avg PM2.5 5.2 µg/m³ — meets Canada's CAAQS (BC ENV 2024). Nearest station: New Westminster Sapperton Park, New Westminster (~3.8 km). Annual avg AQHI 0 — Low Risk.

Heat Moderate

Burnaby currently sees ~1 day above 30 °C per year (1981–2010 baseline), projected to rise to ~7 by the 2050s (SSP2-4.5 moderate emissions). Hottest day of the year: ~30 °C baseline, ~32.4 °C projected. Tropical nights (>18 °C): ~0 baseline, ~3 projected.

Precipitation Increasing

Annual precipitation ~1393 mm (1981–2010 baseline), projected ~1445 mm by the 2050s. Extreme 1-day rainfall: ~47.8 mm baseline, ~53.3 mm projected. Values vary modestly across the Lower Mainland.

Drought Stable

Longest annual dry spell (consecutive dry days): ~24 days baseline, ~25 days projected for the 2050s. CDD is used as a regional drought proxy; drought risk varies modestly across the Lower Mainland.

Nearby Restaurants, Cafes & Shops

Transit (2 nearby)

Skytrain @ lake city way stn station · 658 m · Transit
Bus stop eastbound government rd @ brighton ave · 995 m · Transit

Groceries (1 nearby)

Pbf pita bread factory factory outlet · 287 m · Bakery

Restaurants (1 nearby)

El comal mexican food · 571 m · Restaurant

Cafes (1 nearby)

Chef's catering and cafe · 686 m · Cafe

Schools NearBy

13 Schools are within 3km

School	Type	Grades Served	Catchment Info	Rating	Distance
Ecole Seaforth Elementary	Public	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	7.8 / 10	Distance 302 m
Burnaby Mountain Secondary School	Public	Grades Served 8-12	Catchment Info In Catchment	7.1 / 10	Distance 1.67 KM
Forest Grove Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	6.2 / 10	Distance 1.98 KM
Montecito Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	7.3 / 10	Distance 2.13 KM
Stoney Creek Community Elementary	Public	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	6.7 / 10	Distance 2.37 KM
Lakeview Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	7.4 / 10	Distance 2.40 KM
Cameron Elementary	Public	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	6.5 / 10	Distance 2.43 KM
Buckingham Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	7.4 / 10	Distance 2.47 KM
Armstrong Elementary	Public	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	7.3 / 10	Distance 2.50 KM
Cariboo Hill Secondary School	Public	Grades Served 8-12	Catchment Info —	6.3 / 10	Distance 2.58 KM
Sperling Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	7.5 / 10	Distance 2.73 KM
John Knox Christian - Elementary Campus	Independent	Grades Served —	Catchment Info —	9.3 / 10	Distance 2.79 KM
Lyndhurst Elementary School	Public	Grades Served K-7	Catchment Info —	0	Distance 2.92 KM

Pre-computed routes from 7969 Burnlake Dr, Burnaby, BC

7969 Burnlake Dr, Burnaby, BC Lake City Way 0.7 km

38 min

Downtown Vancouver Waterfront Station

By transit (Skytrain)

Downtown Vancouver via Lake City Way → Waterfront
38 min
Metrotown, Burnaby via Lake City Way → Metrotown
29 min
SFU Burnaby via Lake City Way → Production Way
13 min
Richmond Centre via Lake City Way → Brighouse
63 min
YVR Airport via Lake City Way → YVR-Airport
64 min

By car (off-peak)

Downtown Vancouver via HWY 1 / Grandview
16 min
Metrotown, Burnaby via Lougheed Hwy
7 min
SFU Burnaby via Gaglardi Way
1 min
Richmond Centre via No. 3 Rd
21 min
YVR Airport via Bridgeport / Sea Island
23 min

Calculate your commute

7969 Burnlake Dr, Burnaby, BC is ideally located for commuters. The property is 0.7 km from Lake City Way, with a 38 min SkyTrain ride to Downtown Vancouver (Waterfront Station). The closest bus stop is Eastbound Government Rd @ Piper Ave (0.16 km). Walk Score Transit rating: Excellent Transit (71/100).

Walkability & Transit Near 7969 Burnlake Drive

Car-Dependent 50

Walk Score - Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Some Transit 71

Transit Score - Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Somewhat
Bikeable 51

Bike Score - Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

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Property Taxes $605

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Financing 80% of the $2,380,000 asking price over 30 years at 4% results in approximately $9,695/month in total estimated carrying costs, $605 property tax.

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Listing data last synced: Jul 16, 2026

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This listing generates an estimated $6,849/month in rental income, leaving a -$3,060/month cashflow at current carrying costs. Investors targeting break-even would need roughly 47% down.

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