Cheap Homes for Rent in Burnaby, BC from $550 (70 Rentals)

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property at 3811 Frances St
$900

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Base Rent$900

Total Monthly Price$900
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Sep 30
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3811 Frances St

BurnabyBCV5C 2P1
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property at 4113 Trinity St
$1,050

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Base Rent$1,050

Total Monthly Price$1,050
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
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4113 Trinity St

BurnabyBCV5C 1N9
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property at 306 Esmond Av
$1,150 - $3,500

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Base Rent$1,150 - $3,500

Total Monthly Price$1,150 - $3,500
1 To 3 Bedroom Townhomes for Rent
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306 Esmond Av

BurnabyBCV5C 4J5
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property at 5807 Highfield Dr
$1,400

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Base Rent$1,400

Total Monthly Price$1,400
Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
Furnished

5807 Highfield Dr

BurnabyBCV5B 1E4

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property at 4473 Oxford St
$1,480

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Base Rent$1,480

Total Monthly Price$1,480
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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4473 Oxford St

BurnabyBCV5C 1E6
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property at 115 Gilmore Ave
$1,500
2 Bedroom Rentals
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115 Gilmore Ave

BurnabyBCV5C 4P7
property at 3683 E Hastings St
$1,500 - $1,650
Studio Rentals
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3683 E Hastings St

VancouverBCV5K 2B1
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property at 7305 2nd St
$1,700

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Base Rent$1,700

Total Monthly Price$1,700
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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7305 2nd St

BurnabyBCV3N 3P9
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Burnaby, BC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Burnaby Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Burnaby, BC is a 3 Beds unit found at Cornerstone in the Burnaby neighborhood priced from $1,150. Holly Tree Apartments in the New Westminster neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,485. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Burnaby apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cornerstone3 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom3BR,1BA$1,150
Holly Tree Apartments0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,485
The Somerset Apartments0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,535
Cameron Manor Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,600
Uptown Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,600
Burnaby CentreStudioStudio,1BA$1,625
Sydney Place Apartments0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,650
The Westport Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,650
The Laurels Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,665
Redwood Manor1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,675

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Burnaby, BC

As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Burnaby area is the $2.56 price per square foot 3 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Hillcrest Manor Apartments in the in the New Westminster neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Burnaby apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at St. Johns Apartments starting at $2,200 with a $2.33 price per square foot in the Port Moody neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Burnaby apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hillcrest Manor Apartments3 Beds, 1 Baths3BR,1BA$2.56
St. Johns Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$2.33
Carrigan Court Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2.29
Koto - Student RentalType C1A-2 Bed2BR,1BA$2.06
Redwood Manor1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2.46
The Laurels Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2.45
The Westport Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2.44
Chateau Delon Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2.63
Daylin Manor Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2.67
Uptown Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2.67

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Frequently Asked Questions about Burnaby

What type of rentals are currently available in Burnaby?

There are currently 1964 Apartments for Rent in Burnaby, BC with pricing that ranges from $1,150 to $6,847. There are also 314 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Burnaby ranging from $550 to $6,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Burnaby?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Burnaby ranges from $550 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,603.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Burnaby?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Burnaby range from $1,150 to $5,707, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,420.

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