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Government Road Real Estate

Explore homes and condos for sale in Government Road, one of Burnaby's neighbourhoods. Live MLS® listings, updated continuously, plus a direct line to a Renanza agent who knows the area.

Market snapshot

The Government Road market right now

Government Road currently has 20 active listings. Most homes for sale are priced between $1.99M and $5.50M, with a median around $3.99M. Detached houses make up the largest share of the market.

20
Active listings
20
For sale
$3.99M
Median list price
$1.99M–$5.50M
Typical range
$894
Median price / sq ft
135
Median days listed
1985
Median year built

Figures reflect current active MLS® listings and update as the market moves.

Neighbourhood guide

Living in Government Road

Government Road is a quiet, established residential enclave of large-lot detached homes set between Burnaby Lake and Burnaby Mountain in the city's north-central area.

Location & boundaries

It is bounded by Lougheed Highway to the north and Burnaby Lake to the south, between Gaglardi Way to the east and Sperling Avenue to the west.

Housing & property types

The neighbourhood is almost entirely single detached houses, many on very large lots and including sizable custom-built homes, with a high share of owner-occupiers.

Parks & recreation

Residents have direct access to Burnaby Lake Regional Park's trails, along with Warner Loat Park, the Burnaby Lake Nature House and an off-leash dog area.

Getting around

Bus routes connect the area to the Sperling-Burnaby Lake and Lougheed Town Centre SkyTrain stations, with Lougheed Highway and Gaglardi Way for driving.

Who it may suit

May suit families wanting large-lot detached homes beside a regional park.

Sources: faithwilson.com, garbuttdumas.ca

Neighbourhood snapshot — Burnaby

Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population for Burnaby, City (CY) [Census subdivision], British Columbia. These figures describe the city as a whole, not this specific address — useful context, not a substitute for local knowledge. View source

Population

249,125

Total population

+7%

Growth since 2016

40.4

Median age

Income

$83,000

Median household income

Household

2.4

Avg. household size

29.2%

Live alone

59.8%

Families w/ kids

Housing

60.5%

Owned

39.5%

Rented

$980,000

Median dwelling value

Apartment69.4%
Single-detached house18.9%
Row house / townhouse8.7%
Other3.0%

Education

Highest credential, ages 25–64

Bachelor's degree or higher47.2%
Trades or college diploma26.6%
High school diploma20.4%
No certificate, diploma or degree5.8%

Commute

How residents get to work

Car, truck or van71.0%
Public transit21.6%
Walked4.7%
Bicycle0.9%
Other1.8%

Languages

Mother tongue, top responses

English41.5%
Mandarin13.7%
Cantonese12.1%
Korean3.3%
Tagalog3.0%

Buying a home in Government Road

BC's 2023 small-scale multi-unit housing legislation now allows three to four units on most single-family lots in larger municipalities, which is reshaping what detached lots are worth. Check the lot's current zoning with the municipality, and get a home inspection and a title search before removing subjects.

Budget for BC's property transfer tax on top of the price — it's charged on the purchase and first-time buyers and new builds may qualify for exemptions. See our BC & Alberta closing costs checklist.

Common questions

Frequently asked

If yours isn't here, ask us directly — we'd rather answer it now.

How much does a home cost in Government Road?

The median asking price for homes currently for sale in Government Road is about $3,990,000, and most are listed between $1,988,000 and $5,499,000. These figures come from active MLS® listings and move with the market.

How many homes are for sale in Government Road right now?

There are 20 active listings on this page's search. Listings are updated continuously from the MLS®.

What is the price per square foot for homes in Government Road?

The median asking price per square foot of living area is about $894 across homes currently listed in Government Road. Location, age and building type move this a lot, so compare within a neighbourhood.

How long have homes in Government Road been on the market?

The typical active listing here first came on the market about 135 days ago. That's days listed so far, not time to sell, but a long figure usually signals more room to negotiate.

Can non-Canadians buy a home in Government Road?

Generally not right now. Since January 1, 2023, the federal Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act has barred most non-Canadians from buying residential property, with exceptions such as permanent residents and some work-permit holders. The ban has been extended before, so confirm its current status and get legal advice on your situation.

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