Metrotown is Burnaby's downtown — the most transit-connected, retail-dense rental market outside of Vancouver proper. Expo Line and 49 B-Line converge here, and the mall (Metropolis at Metrotown) is BC's largest.
Rentals in Metrotown
22 active rentals · avg $2,534/mo
Average Rent by Type
| Type | Beds | Avg Rent | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Condo | 1 bed | $2,304 | 8 |
| 2 bed | $3,050 | 5 | |
| 3 bed | $3,350 | 3 | |
| House | 1 bed | $1,240 | 2 |
| Townhouse | 2 bed | $3,500 | 1 |
About Rentals in Metrotown, BC
Metrotown has 22 active rental listings available through RentalGuideBC, with an average monthly rent of $2,534 and prices ranging from $980 to $3,800 per month. Listings are pulled directly from the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board MLS and refreshed daily, so what you see here reflects the current market.
The rental mix in Metrotown skews toward 16 condos, 2 houses and 1 townhouse. Availability changes constantly as new units come on market and others lease out.
By bedroom count, Metrotown offers 10 1-bedroom, 6 2-bedroom and 3 3-bedroom units — useful context if you're sizing rent to household.
7 of 22 listings in Metrotown explicitly allow pets (dogs or cats). Use the Dogs, Cats, and Parking filters on the map to narrow down further.
Once you have chosen a place, go through a move-in inspection checklist with the landlord on the RTB-27 form before you take possession — it is the record that protects your security deposit at move-out.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many rentals are available in Metrotown?
- There are 22 active rental listings in Metrotown, BC as of today. Listings are sourced from the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board MLS and refreshed daily.
- What's the average rent in Metrotown?
- The average monthly rent in Metrotown is $2,534, with listings ranging from $980 to $3,800 per month depending on size, type, and building.
- What types of rentals are in Metrotown?
- Metrotown currently has 16 apartment/condos, 2 single family residences, 1 townhouse for rent.
- Are pet-friendly rentals available in Metrotown?
- Yes — 7 of the 22 active listings in Metrotown allow dogs or cats. Use the pet filters on the map to see them.
- How is rent controlled in British Columbia?
- In BC, landlords can only increase rent once every 12 months and must give 3 months' written notice. The maximum allowable increase is set annually by the provincial government. Tenancy rules are enforced by the Residential Tenancy Branch (RTB).
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