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12 - 6538 Elgin Avenue, Burnaby

Burnaby,Forest Glen BS
List Price$736,000Est. $3,424/month
Beds2
Baths2
Sq Ft1,015

About 12 - 6538 Elgin Avenue, Burnaby

Dwelling Type:Townhouse
Structure:Residential Attached
Year Built:2008
Home Style:Split Entry, Top Floor Unit
Floor Area (sq. ft.):1,015
Parking:2 parking spots
Stories:3
Property Taxes:$2,685.32 /yr (2026)
Maintenance Fee:$413.39/mo
Pets:Yes With Restrictions
Status:For Sale
MLS® #:R3161273
Added: (2 months ago)
Updated:
Provided by:Macdonald Realty
Area:Burnaby South
Sub Area:Forest Glen BS
MLS Reciprocity

Townhouse for sale at 12 - 6538 Elgin Avenue Burnaby, BC V5H 3S6, Canada, Metro Vancouver, Lower Mainland. 1,015 sqft • Forest Glen BS • List Price $736,000. Welcome to this inviting, family townhouse located in a quiet, highly sought after Burnaby South location. This fantastic 2 bedroom, 2 baths plus den home has been thoughtfully designed for comfortable living, and offers an open space, high ceilings, and a versatile den. The home also features an open kitchen with granite countertops, maple cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. A wonderful opportunity for first-time buyers, couples, small families, or investors looking for a well-kept home in a convenient location. Move-in ready and easy to show!

12 - 6538 Elgin Avenue, Burnaby, BC V5H 3S6 (MLS® R3161273) is a 2 bed, 2 bath Townhouse for sale, listed at $736,000 and added to Strawhomes.com on September 3, 2026. The townhouse is 1,015 square feet and was built in 2008. At $736,000, the estimated mortgage is $3,424 per month with 20% down, a 5% interest rate and a 25-year amortization. The townhouse is in the Forest Glen BS Townhouses neighbourhood of Burnaby, with more listings under Burnaby Townhouses for sale. The neighbourhoods whose centres are closest to the townhouse are Oaklands, Upper Deer Lake and South Slope.

Details

Property

Area Minor
Forest Glen BS
Postal Code
V5H 3S6
Property Sub Type
Townhouse
Year Built
2008
Size (Interior)
1,015 sqft
Building Area Total
1,015 sqft
Area Major
Burnaby South
Property Type
Residential
Status
Active
Last Modified
2026-10-30
Neighborhood
Deer Lake Walk
Province
British Columbia
Date first appeared on site
2026-09-03
Features
2 baths, 2 beds, Townhouse, Central Location, Recreation Nearby

Inside

Full Bathrooms
2
Main Level Bathrooms
Rooms
Above Grade Finished Area
Below Grade Finished Area
Kitchen Appliances
Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
Bedrooms
2
Window Features
Window Coverings

Building

Roof
Asphalt
Floor Area Below Grade
Basement
None
No. Floor Levels
3
Heating
Baseboard, Electric
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Structure
Residential Attached
Levels
Split Entry
Common Walls
No One Above
Construction
Frame Wood, Mixed (Exterior)
Exterior Features
Playground, Balcony

Parking

Parking Space (A)
2
Parking Features
Underground
Garage
Yes

Fees

Gross Taxes
$2,685.32
Tax Year
2026
Maintenance Fee
$413.39/month
Common Elements Included
Trash, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Recreation Facilities, Sewer, Snow Removal, Water

Utilities

Utilities
Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Sewer
Public Sewer, Sanitary Sewer, Storm Sewer
Water Source
Public

Highlights

Building Amenities
Trash, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Recreation Facilities, Sewer, Snow Removal, Water
Community Features
Shopping Nearby

Land

Lot Features
Central Location, Recreation Nearby

Listing Details

MLS® Number
R3161273
Ownership
Freehold Strata
Age
18 years
Main Floor Finished Area
898 sqft
Listing Source
GVR – FVREB – CADREB – BCNREB – Resi
Pets Allowed
Yes With Restrictions

Additional Property Details

Above Grade Finished Area
Below Grade Finished Area
Basement Finished Area
Main Floor Finished Area
Main Level Bathrooms
Age of Building
Legal Description
Distance to Transit
Rentals Allowed
Management Company
Restrictions
Age Restriction
Fireplace Features
Patio & Porch
Fencing
Covered Parking Places

Rooms

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Sold History Listing records and last sold date for 12 - 6538 Elgin Avenue, Burnaby

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Recently Sold Homes Near MLS® R3161273 - Sold Data

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    Date sold
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    Days on market
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    Sold price
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    Date sold
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    Size
    972 sqft
    Days on market
    14

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    Sold price
    $X,XXX,XXX
    Date sold
    Xxx XX, XXXX
    Size
    1,047 sqft
    Days on market
    13
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Location

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Neighbourhood

Nearby Amenities, Schools, Commute and Travel Times near - 12 - 6538 Elgin Avenue, Burnaby

AreaAvg. PriceUpdated
This Home$736,000Sep 3, 2026
Burnaby$1,233,643Nov 6, 2026
Forest Glen BS$1,257,192Nov 6, 2026

Amenities

Grocery Stores

  • Assi Supermarket0.13 km
  • T&T Supermarket1.31 km · 4800 Kingsway
  • PriceSmart1.52 km · 4650 Kingsway

Malls

  • Metropolis at Metrotown1.34 km · 4700 Kingsway
  • EVERYDAY TOY&STATIONERY1.71 km · 4500 Kingsway
  • The Crystal Mall1.72 km · 4500 Kingsway

Pharmacy

  • Shoppers Drug Mart1.05 km · 4827 Kingsway
  • PharmaChoice South Slope1.19 km · 5203 Rumble Street
  • DRUGStore Pharmacy1.42 km · 4700 Kingsway

Liquor

  • JAK'S Beer Wine Spirits0.20 km · 5665 Kingsway
  • West Coast Liquor Co1.32 km · 7651 Royal Oak Avenue
  • BC Liquor Stores1.87 km · 4429 Kingsway

Libraries

  • District Library Resource Centre0.92 km · 6098 Nelson Avenue
  • Burnaby Public Library1.81 km · 6100 Willingdon Avenue
  • Burnaby Public Library, Tommy Douglas Library2.24 km · 7311 Kingsway

Entertainment & Sports

Movie Theaters

  • Cineplex Cinemas Metropolis1.36 km · 4700 Kingsway
  • SilverCity1.42 km · 4700 Kingsway
  • Theatre Alley Development Corporation4.13 km · 4575 Tillicum Street

Restaurants

  • Liuyishou Hotpot Burnaby0.19 km · 5507 Kingsway
  • New Starlet Seafood Restaurant0.22 km · 5665 Kingsway
  • White Spot Metrotown0.26 km · 5550 Kingsway

Nightlife

  • The Great Bear Pub0.22 km · 5665 Kingsway
  • V-Show Karaoke0.26 km · 6681 Macpherson Ave Unit B
  • Gal Chae Karaoke0.31 km · 5679 Imperial St

Arenas

  • Moody Park Arena4.19 km · 701 Eighth Ave
  • Queens Park Arena5.67 km · 51 Third Ave
  • SFU Stadium7.39 km · 8888 University Dr

Health and Fitness

Fitness

  • Playground Fitness0.17 km · 5549 B Kingsway
  • Polygon Health Burnaby | Physio, Massage(RMT), Chiro, Pilates & More0.17 km · 5595 A Kingsway
  • GFTeam Canada Martial Arts0.25 km · 5528 Kingsway

Yoga

  • YYOGA Highgate1.94 km · 7155 Kingsway
  • Orijin Yoga3.22 km · 3665 Kingsway
  • Oxygen Yoga & Fitness Killarney3.40 km · 3544 Kingsway

Golf

  • Birdie Indoor Golf Metrotown0.49 km · 5318 Imperial St
  • Birdie Golf Academy0.49 km · 5318 Imperial St
  • Vancouver Golf Trading Post0.58 km · 7012 Merritt Ave Unit A

Hospitals

  • Burnaby Hospital3.67 km · 3935 Kincaid Street
  • Royal Columbian Hospital6.47 km · 330 East Columbia Street
  • Holy Family Hospital6.66 km · 7801 Argyle Street

Parks

Parks Nearby

  • Champlain Heights Park0.75 km · 6511 Marlborough Ave
  • McPherson Park1.04 km · 5485 5485 Rumble St
  • Korean War Memorial1.13 km

Trails Nearby

  • Hawthorne Trail1.47 km
  • Deer Lake Trails1.59 km
  • Highland Park Line Trail1.68 km

Public Recreation Center

  • Shriguru Ravidass Sabha Community Centre1.03 km · 7271 Gilley Ave
  • Bonsor Recreation Complex1.11 km · 6550 Bonsor Ave
  • Edmonds Community Centre2.23 km · 7282 Kingsway

Museum

  • Japanese Canadian National Museum1.46 km · 6688 Southoaks Cres
  • Burnaby Village Museum1.94 km · 6501 Deer Lake Ave
  • Gallery at Ceperley House2.02 km · 6344 Deer Lake Ave

University & College

  • Coquitlam College1.95 km
  • British Columbia Institute of Technology2.63 km
  • Alexander College3.09 km

Preschools

  • Angels Playhouse Infant & Toddler Child Care Centre0.87 km · 103 7339 Macpherson Ave
  • Burnaby French Language Playschool0.88 km · 6060 Marlborough Ave
  • Dandelion Daycare Centre1.18 km · 5870 Rumble St

Daycares

  • Windsor YMCA Kids Club0.69 km · 6166 Imperial St
  • Brantford Montessori Childcare1.00 km · 6619 Brantford Ave
  • Metrotown YMCA Child Care1.18 km · 489 4800 Kingsway

Downtown

  • Downtown Burnaby5.08 km
  • Downtown Surrey10.71 km
  • Downtown Vancouver11.69 km

Skytrain Station

  • Royal Oak Station Skytrain0.71 km
  • Metrotown Station Skytrain1.74 km · 4401 Beresford St
  • Patterson Station Skytrain2.00 km · 4101 Beresford St

Bus Stations

  • Northbound Boulevard Cres @ E 19 St0.22 km
  • Northbound Bonsor Ave @ Central Blvd0.22 km
  • Northbound Boundary Rd @ 2nd Ave0.22 km
  • Northbound Boundary Rd @ 1st Ave0.23 km
  • Eastbound Oakland St @ Dufferin Ave0.50 km

Airports

  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR)14.83 km
  • Boundary Bay Airport (CZBB)16.77 km
  • Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)49.71 km

BC Ferries

  • BC Ferries Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal26.31 km
  • BC Ferries Horseshoe Bay26.81 km

West Coast Express

  • Moody Centre Station West Coast Express11.49 km
  • Waterfront Station West Coast Express11.60 km · 601 W Cordova St
  • Coquitlam Central Station West Coast Express14.28 km · 2900 Barnet Hwy

Public

  • Marlborough Elementary0.74 km · 6060 Marlborough Ave
  • Burnaby South1.02 km
  • Brantford1.11 km · 6512 Brantford Ave
  • Clinton1.38 km · 5858 Clinton St
  • Burnaby Central2.10 km
  • Moscrop2.65 km

Private

  • St Francis de Sales1.24 km · 6656 Balmoral St
  • Deer Lake SDA1.84 km · 5550 Gilpin St
  • St Thomas More3.36 km

About: 12 - 6538 Elgin Avenue, Burnaby

If this townhouse doesn't check all the boxes for your dream home, view the other 325 Burnaby Townhouses for sale.

This freehold townhouse was built in 2008 and is currently listed at $725 per square foot. Monthly strata fees for this unit are $413.39. The property offers 2 parking spaces, a garage. Annual property taxes were assessed at $2,685 in 2026.

12 - 6538 Elgin Avenue is in the city of Burnaby, British Columbia and found in the community of Forest Glen BS in Burnaby.

Other communities nearby are Oaklands, Metrotown and Central Park BS. Elgin has 8 homes currently on the market, while the district of Forest Glen BS has 97 postings on the market. This represents approximately 5.1% of the total 1,915 properties listed for sale in Burnaby. The average listed price of a townhouse in Forest Glen BS is $1,363,857, with an estimated mortgage of $6,378 per month.* That is 1.3 times the average list price of $1,016,372 for a townhouse in Burnaby.

Townhouses listed in Forest Glen BS are an average of 1,998 sq ft, with 4 beds and 4 baths.

In the area surrounding 12 - 6538 Elgin Avenue, townhouses outnumber apartments/condos on the market.

The monthly payment amount is an approximation calculated loan requiring a 20% down payment at a 5% rate for a 5-year mortgage term

MLS®#: R3161273 · $736,000 · 2 bedroom townhouse in Forest Glen BS Burnaby.

FAQs About 12 - 6538 Elgin Avenue, Burnaby

What is the square footage of 12 - 6538 Elgin Avenue, Burnaby, MLS® R3161273?
This townhouse, MLS® R3161273, has a size of 1,015 sqft. This is below the average square footage for a townhouse in the Forest Glen BS neighbourhood, which is 1,998 sqft.
What are nearby schools to this townhouse?
Nearby secondary schools include Burnaby South, Deer Lake SDA School and Burnaby Central. Nearby elementary schools include Ecole Marlborough, Brantford and St Francis de Sales.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this home have?
There are 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in this townhouse, MLS® R3161273.
Does this townhouse have parking available?
Yes, there is parking available for this townhouse with 2 spots.
What are annual taxes for this townhouse?
Annual taxes for this home are estimated at $2,685 per year based on 2026 tax year reports.
Is this townhouse walkable?
With a Walk Score™ of 88, this home is considered very walkable with many errands that can be accomplished by foot and close transit options.
How does this townhouse compare to other homes selling in Forest Glen BS, Burnaby?
This home is listed at 46.0% below average townhouse prices for Forest Glen BS and has been on the market for 3 days fewer than the typical home in that neighbourhood.

Townhouse for sale in Burnaby South, Burnaby, BC, MLS® R3161273

This Townhouse is an attached property that is currently for sale and was listed on September 3, 2026, or listed 1 month ago on our web site. This Split Entry, Top Floor Unit home is for sale and is located in the neighbourhood of Forest Glen BS, in the Deer Lake Walk complex. It was built in the year of 2008, or 18 years old. The full mailing address is 12 - 6538 Elgin Avenue, Burnaby, BC, V5H 3S6. It has 2 beds & 2 baths. The list price of this Split Entry, Top Floor Unit is $736,000 and the living area is 1,015 sq ft, or $725 per square foot. The monthly strata fee is $413 and the ownership is freehold strata.

12 - 6538 Elgin Avenue, Burnaby

Upcoming Open Houses

The postal code V5H 3S6 has a few open houses in Burnaby British Columbia Canada. This Forest Glen BS Split Entry, Top Floor Unit for sale is one of Lower Mainlands best priced properties in the Forest Glen BS neighbourhood.

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Home Value

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Price History

You can see Price History, house prices, Walk Score, and property disclosure above. The data relating to real estate on this website (MLS® R3161273) comes in part from the Burnaby MLS® Reciprocity program of either Greater Vancouver REALTORS® (GVR), the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board (FVREB) or the Chilliwack and District Real Estate Board (CADREB).