Top 10% of Greater Vancouver Realtors · 2025
Burnaby is one of Metro Vancouver’s most active and varied housing markets, running from the transit-oriented towers of Brentwood and Metrotown to the family neighborhoods of Burnaby Heights, Capitol Hill and East Burnaby. Whether you are considering your first home, a move within the city, or selling a property you have held for years, the decisions in front of you deserve careful thought.
Jaklin Dalir is a REALTOR® with eXp Realty, serving clients across Burnaby, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, and the surrounding Tri-Cities and Metro Vancouver region. With over 20 years in sales and negotiation and more than a decade as a licensed REALTOR®, Jaklin offers a measured, advisor-led approach grounded in clear thinking and thorough preparation.
Burnaby Market Knowledge
Real estate in Burnaby is dynamic. The city has reshaped itself around four town centres, several SkyTrain corridors and a wide mix of housing types, from one-bedroom condos in Lougheed to detached homes on Capitol Hill. That variety is part of what makes Burnaby compelling. It is also what makes informed guidance valuable.
Jaklin’s approach is deliberate. Every client receives a clear plan before listings are viewed or offers are written. That means working out what you actually need, setting aside what the market is pushing, and turning it into a strategy you can follow with confidence.
For buyers, this typically includes a careful read of current inventory, realistic financing review, and disciplined evaluation of properties against your priorities. For sellers, it means thoughtful preparation, accurate pricing, and professional marketing that presents the home at its best.
What you will not find here is pressure, urgency, or claims of being the busiest or the best. What you will find is steady attention, honest feedback, and the kind of follow-through that turns one transaction into a long working relationship. Many of Jaklin’s clients come back, or refer family and friends. That is the measure that matters most.
Buying in Burnaby benefits from preparation. Inventory turns over quickly in some segments, particularly entry-level condos near SkyTrain, while higher-priced detached homes can sit longer and reward patient negotiation. Jaklin’s role as your advisor is to help you understand which side of the market you are entering, and to align your search with the realities of pricing, financing, and timing.
For a deeper look at the process, from financing pre-approval through inspections, subject removal and possession, see the buying a home page.
Selling well in Burnaby means presenting your home clearly and pricing it for the segment it actually competes in, rather than a generic city average. Jaklin’s listing approach combines professional presentation, thoughtful staging guidance, listing strategy, and high-quality video and photography that gives your home an edge in a crowded market.
Every listing receives a marketing plan built for that property and that neighborhood, never a template. To see the full approach to listing, marketing, and selling a home, visit the selling a home page.
Burnaby sits between Vancouver and the Tri-Cities, structured around four town centres: Brentwood, Metrotown, Lougheed and Edmonds. Each is anchored by SkyTrain and surrounded by established neighborhoods. The result is a city where high-rise living, townhouse communities, and detached family homes all coexist within a short transit ride of each other.
Demand in Burnaby tends to be steady, supported by proximity to downtown Vancouver, SFU, BCIT, and major transit infrastructure. The market draws first-time buyers, growing families, downsizers and investors, and inventory shifts noticeably between property types and neighborhoods. A clear understanding of those local dynamics matters far more than any single market headline.
Rather than rely on stale statistics, Jaklin works from current data drawn directly from the board, neighborhood by neighborhood, at the time of your decision. For the latest active inventory across Burnaby, browse the current Burnaby listings updated directly from the REBGV.
Each part of Burnaby has its own character, price profile, and buyer profile. A short overview of the areas Jaklin works in most often:
Brentwood has transformed into one of Burnaby’s most active town centres, anchored by The Amazing Brentwood and the Brentwood SkyTrain station. The neighborhood is dominated by newer high-rise condos and mixed-use developments, with a mature core of single-family streets around it. Brentwood attracts professionals working in Vancouver and Burnaby, downsizers looking for a walkable lifestyle, and investors drawn by the steady rental demand near transit. Pricing varies widely depending on building age, view, and floor plan.
Metrotown is the largest of Burnaby’s town centres, built around Metropolis at Metrotown and the SkyTrain corridor that connects directly to downtown Vancouver. The area is densely served by condos and townhomes, with established detached neighborhoods extending into Maywood and South Burnaby. Metrotown appeals to first-time buyers, families seeking schools and amenities within walking distance, and long-term holders looking at one of the region’s most active rental markets.
Lougheed Town Centre sits at the northeast edge of Burnaby, where the city meets Coquitlam and Port Moody. The neighborhood has seen extensive redevelopment around the SkyTrain station, with new high-rise towers complementing established townhouse and family-home enclaves. For buyers commuting to the Tri-Cities or Vancouver, Lougheed offers strong connectivity and a steady mix of new and resale inventory.
Burnaby Heights and Capitol Hill, in the city’s northwest, feel different again: older detached homes, mature trees, and views of Burrard Inlet and the North Shore mountains. The area is favoured by families looking for established neighborhoods with strong schools, and by buyers drawn to character homes with renovation potential. Pricing here reflects scarcity of detached inventory in proximity to Vancouver.
Burnaby Mountain is home to Simon Fraser University and the planned community of UniverCity. The neighborhood draws faculty, staff, students, and families who value access to the mountain’s trails and the SFU campus. Inventory is concentrated in condos, townhomes and select detached pockets, where views and elevation move the price noticeably.
Edmonds and East Burnaby cover the southeast portion of the city, including Highgate, Big Bend, and the established streets near 10th Avenue. The area is family-focused, with a mix of newer townhome and condo developments around Edmonds Town Centre and detached homes throughout the older neighborhoods. East Burnaby in particular offers some of the city’s most spacious detached lots, drawing buyers who want room without leaving the region.
Many clients ask about buying or selling locally. Whether you are buying a home in Burnaby or selling a home in Burnaby understanding neighbourhood dynamics first makes a measurable difference.
Recognized among the Top 10% of Realtors in British Columbia, 2025
Burnaby is one of Metro Vancouver’s most dynamic real estate markets, and each neighbourhood carries its own pricing patterns, buyer behaviour and long-term potential. Jaklin Dalir, PREC, provides thoughtful, strategy-led guidance designed to help buyers and sellers move through the Burnaby market with greater clarity and confidence. Working with Jaklin means:
From Brentwood and Metrotown to Deer Lake, South Slope, and North Burnaby, successful real estate decisions take more than broad market knowledge. They take local insight applied with discipline and strategy.
A few words from clients who wanted clarity, structure, and strong execution.
Each service is designed to support clear thinking, informed choices, and strong outcomes in Burnaby’s resale market.
It depends on what you are looking for. Brentwood and Metrotown lead the market for high-rise condos near SkyTrain, while Burnaby Heights, Capitol Hill, and East Burnaby remain strong for buyers seeking detached homes in established neighborhoods. Lougheed and Edmonds offer a balanced mix of new and resale inventory.
Burnaby has long been one of Metro Vancouver’s most active markets for first-time buyers, particularly in the town centres where transit, amenities, and entry-level condo inventory align. Working with an experienced advisor helps you separate genuinely well-priced opportunities from listings that look attractive on the surface but carry hidden complications.
Burnaby is built around four town centres: Brentwood, Metrotown, Lougheed and Edmonds. Each is anchored by SkyTrain and supported by a surrounding mix of townhomes and detached neighborhoods. That structure creates very different sub-markets within the same city, which is why local guidance matters.
Yes. Jaklin works with both buyers and sellers across Burnaby and the surrounding Metro Vancouver and Tri-Cities region, including Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, and Port Moody.
The simplest first step is a short conversation. Reach Jaklin directly at (604) 719-5105 or through the contact page. There is no pressure and no commitment, just a chance to talk through your situation and your timing.
If you are thinking about buying or selling in Burnaby, this year or further out, a conversation costs nothing and helps you plan with clarity.
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