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4990 EMPIRE DRIVE

Address4990 EMPIRE DRIVE, Burnaby BC V5B 1M6
List Price$2,799,999Est. $13,095/month
Beds-
Baths1
Sq Ft1,744
TypeSingle Family Residence
StructureResidential Detached
Year Built1940
Size1,744 sqft
Lot Size6,940 sq ft
Parking3 parking spots
Taxes$5,593.45 /yr (2026)
StatusFor Sale
MLS®#R3169421
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Updated
Listed ByComFree
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Property Description4990 EMPIRE DRIVE, Burnaby, BC

Rare opportunity in a prime Capitol Hill location offering extraordinary panoramic views spanning Burnaby, Richmond, Vancouver, downtown, Burrard Inlet and the North Shore mountains. Situated on a 6,940 sq. ft. lot, enjoy a highly walkable setting with convenient access to transit, parks, schools, shopping and nearby amenities. Confederation Park Elementary is approximately 0.3 km away, about a 15-minute walk, while Alpha Secondary School is approximately 1.0 km away. Tear down property in one of Burnaby’s established Capitol Hill neighbourhoods, combining a desirable location with far-reaching city, water and mountain views.

This Single Family Residence home located at 4990 Empire Drive, Burnaby is currently for sale and has been available on Strawhomes.com for 2 days. This property is listed at $2,799,999 with an estimated mortgage of $13,095* per month. It has 1 bathroom, and is 1,744 square feet. The property was built in 1940. 4990 Empire Drive, Burnaby BC V5B 1M6 is in the Capitol Hill BN Houses neighbourhood Burnaby. Brentwood Park, Vancouver Heights and Willingdon Heights are nearby neighborhoods.

Facts & FeaturesProperty facts for 4990 EMPIRE DRIVE, Burnaby

Property

Area Minor
Capitol Hill BN
Postal Code
V5B 1M6
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1,940
Size (Interior)
1,744 sqft
Building Area Total
1,744 sqft
Area Major
Burnaby North
Property Type
Residential
Status
Active
Last Modified
2026-09-25

Inside

Bathrooms
1
Main Level Bathrooms
Flooring
Mixed
Rooms
Above Grade Finished Area
Below Grade Finished Area

Building

Roof
Asphalt
Floor Area Below Grade
Basement
Partially Finished
Heating
Hot Water
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Structure
Residential Detached
Levels
One
Security Features
Smoke Detector(s)
Construction
Frame Wood, Mixed (Exterior)
Exterior Features
No Outdoor Area

Parking

Parking Space (A)
3
Parking Features
Open, Other, Gravel
Garage
No

Fees

Taxes
$5,593.45
Tax Year
2,026

Utilities

Utilities
Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water Source
Public

Land

Lot Size Units
Square Feet
Lot Features
Lane Access
Lot Size (sq ft)
6,940
Lot Size (acres)
0.16
Frontage
48.55
Lot Size Dimensions
48.55 x 33.43
Lot Size Area
6,940

Listing Details

MLS® Number
R3169421
Ownership
Freehold NonStrata
Age
86 years
Main Floor Finished Area
921 sqft
Listing Source
GVR – FVREB – CADREB – BCNREB – Resi

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
Fireplace Features
Patio & Porch
Fencing
Covered Parking Places

Rooms

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Location

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NeighbourhoodNearby Amenities, Schools, Commute and Travel Times near - 4990 Empire Drive, Burnaby

AreaAvg. PriceUpdated
This Home$2,799,999Sep 24, 2026
Burnaby$1,260,379Sep 24, 2026
Capitol Hill BN$1,725,832Sep 24, 2026

Amenities

Grocery Stores

  • Safeway Burnaby Heights1.01 km
  • Red Apple Market1.53 km
  • Cioffi's Meat Market & Deli1.61 km

Malls

  • Madison Centre2.18 km
  • Zimply2.70 km
  • Parkgate Village4.06 km

Pharmacy

  • Capitol Hill Pharmacy0.56 km

Liquor

  • BC Liquor Stores0.95 km

Libraries

  • Burnaby Public Library, McGill Branch0.70 km
  • BCIT SE14 Library3.79 km

Entertainment & Sports

Movie Theaters

  • Cineplex Odeon Park & Tilford Cinemas4.64 km
  • Cineplex Cinemas Metropolis6.21 km

Restaurants

  • McDonald's0.31 km
  • Sushi Bar Kilala0.39 km
  • Chez Christophe - Burnaby0.45 km

Nightlife

  • North Burnaby Club (BGC South Coast BC)0.65 km
  • Burnaby Football Club1.46 km
  • Old Admiral Pub1.65 km

Arenas

  • SFU Stadium6.66 km
  • Rogers Arena8.31 km

Health and Fitness

Fitness

  • Burn Conditioning Ltd., Burnaby | Fitness Classes & Personal Training0.56 km
  • Deluca fitness0.56 km

Golf

  • Kensington Disc Golf Course1.16 km
  • Elevate Ultimate1.17 km
  • Kensington Pitch & Putt1.17 km

Hospitals

  • Burnaby Hospital4.24 km
  • Lions Gate Hospital6.97 km

Parks

Parks Nearby

  • Confederation Park Water Park0.40 km
  • Confederation Park Lacrosse Box0.88 km
  • Scenic Park0.98 km

Trails Nearby

  • Dog Off-leash Trail0.79 km
  • Maplewood Flats Conservation Area2.66 km
  • Wellington Jogging Trail2.86 km

Public Recreation Center

  • Confederation Community Centre0.73 km
  • Eileen Dailly Leisure Pool and Fitness Centre0.82 km
  • Kensington Complex1.47 km

Museum

  • Gallery at Ceperley House4.82 km
  • Burnaby Village Museum5.04 km

University & College

  • Simon Fraser University5.06 km
  • British Columbia Institute of Technology6.36 km
  • Alexander College6.73 km

Preschools

  • Jessie's Tots Educare Centre1.67 km

Downtown

  • Downtown Burnaby3.34 km

Skytrain Station

  • Holdom Station Skytrain0.72 km

Bus Stations

  • Northbound Hythe Ave @ Empire Dr0.13 km
  • Westbound Empire Dr @ Hythe Ave0.16 km
  • Eastbound Cambridge St @ N Springer Ave0.20 km
  • Eastbound Empire Dr @ Delta Ave0.22 km
  • Westbound Empire Dr @ Delta Ave0.29 km

Airports

  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR)16.83 km

Seabus

  • Lonsdale Quay Seabus Southbound7.49 km

BC Ferries

  • BC Ferries Horseshoe Bay22.78 km

West Coast Express

  • Waterfront Station West Coast Express8.75 km

Elementary

  • Capitol Hill0.80 km
  • Capitol Hill Elementary0.84 km
  • Rosser1.17 km

Secondary

  • Alpha0.88 km
  • Burnaby North1.38 km
  • Burnaby North Secondary1.56 km

About: 4990 EMPIRE DRIVE, Burnaby

If this detached house doesn't check all the boxes for your dream home, view the other 1,995 houses in Burnaby.

This freehold detached house was built in 1940 and is currently listed at $1,606 per square foot. The property sits on a 6,940 sq ft lot with 48.55 feet of frontage. The property offers 3 parking spaces. Annual property taxes were assessed at $5,593 in 2026.

4990 EMPIRE DRIVE is in the city of Burnaby, British Columbia and found in the community of Capitol Hill BN in Burnaby.

Other communities nearby are Brentwood Park, Westridge BN and Vancouver Heights. Empire has 1 homes currently on the market, while the district of Capitol Hill BN has 67 postings on the market. This is roughly 3.4% of Burnaby's total 1,995 listings on the market. In Capitol Hill BN, the average asking price for a detached house is $1,725,832, which translates to a monthly mortgage payment of around $8,071.* This is 1.4 times the average price of $1,260,054 for a similar detached house in the city of Burnaby.

The average Capitol Hill BN listed detached house is 2,036 sq ft, has 4 beds, and 3 baths.

The majority of properties for sale in the community around 4990 EMPIRE DRIVE are detached houses, not townhouses.

Monthly payments are an estimate based on a mortgage with 20% down @ 5% with a 5-yr mortgage rate

MLS®#: R3169421 · $2,799,999 · ? bedroom detached house in Capitol Hill BN Burnaby.

FAQs About 4990 Empire Drive, Burnaby

What is the square footage of this house?
4990 Empire Drive, MLS® R3169421 has a size of 1,744 sqft and a lot size of 6,940 sqft. This is below the average square footage for house in the Capitol Hill BN neighbourhood, which is 2,470 sqft.
What are nearby schools to 4990 Empire Drive, Burnaby?
Nearby secondary schools include Alpha, Burnaby North and Moscrop. Nearby elementary schools include Capitol Hill, Rosser and Aubrey.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this home have?
There are 0 bedrooms and 1 bathroom in this house at 4990 Empire Drive, MLS® R3169421.
Does this house have parking available?
Yes, there is parking available for the house at 4990 Empire Drive with 3 spots.
What are annual taxes for 4990 Empire Drive, Burnaby, BC?
Annual taxes for this home are estimated at $5,593 per year based on 2026 tax year reports.
Is 4990 Empire Drive, Burnaby, walkable?
With a Walk Score™ of 79, this home is considered very walkable with many errands that can be accomplished by foot and close transit options.
How does 4990 Empire Drive compare to other homes selling in Capitol Hill BN, Burnaby?
This home is listed at 31.6% above average house prices for Capitol Hill BN and has been on the market for 40 days fewer than the typical home in that neighbourhood.

House for sale in Burnaby North, Burnaby, BC, MLS® R3169421

The list price of the House at 4990 Empire Drive, Burnaby is $2,799,999 and has been listed on strawhomes.com. 4990 Empire Drive, Burnaby, BC V5B 1M6 has 1 bath, and is 1,744 sq ft. This MLS® listing ID R3169421 was built in 1940. 4990 Empire Drive, Burnaby is located in the city of Burnaby Houses for sale, and situated in a great neighbourhood called Capitol Hill BN Houses for sale.

This House is a detached property that is currently for sale and was listed on September 24, 2026, or listed 1 day ago on our web site. This detached house is for sale and is located in the neighbourhood of Capitol Hill BN, in the Capital Hill complex. It was built in the year of 1940, or 86 years old. The full mailing address is 4990 Empire Drive, Burnaby, BC, V5B 1M6. It has 1 bath. The list price of this detached house is $2,799,999 and the living area is 1,744 sq ft, or $1,606 per square foot. The lot is 6,940 sq ft.

Upcoming Open Houses

The postal code V5B 1M6 has a few open houses in Burnaby British Columbia Canada. This Capitol Hill BN detached house for sale is one of Lower Mainlands best priced properties in the Capitol Hill BN 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® R3169421) 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).