2 Bathroom Apartments for Rent in Burnaby, BC

Burnaby is a suburb located immediately to the east of Vancouver in British Columbia’s Lower Mainland region. Just 15 minutes away from downtown Vancouver and well-serviced by transit, Burnaby offers residents world-class shopping at Metrotown, a wide selection of international cuisine, numerous parks, lakes and trails as well as a calendar of multicultural arts events at the Michael J. Fox theatre. Burnaby’s neighbourhoods are ethnically and culturally diverse and boast a variety of housing options from apartment towers to single-family homes.

Finding 2 bathroom apartments for rent in Burnaby requires research, communication with landlords & property managers, securing references, and signing a lease. All this can add up to a lengthy endeavour if you’re not familiar with how to find an apartment in Burnaby. To help you get started, here is a guide with tips for renting in Burnaby.

Burnaby’s rental rates tend to be comparable to Vancouver’s, albeit slightly cheaper. Still, it will be hard to find cheap rentals in Burnaby - especially if you’re trying to find apartments for rent under $1000. However, to start your search, you can refer to this guide on Burnaby neighbourhoods.

In addition to choosing your location, it’s important to know what rental types are available in Burnaby (e.g. 1 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom apartments, 3 bedroom apartments, studio apartments) and the average rent for each property type. Refer below to figure out your options - ranging from furnished rentals and unfurnished rentals to long term rentals and short term rentals.

There are many rental property types you can choose from in Burnaby.

In addition to choosing your property type, there are also specific rental types you can look into.

When you’re searching for 2 bathroom apartments for rent in Burnaby, make sure to look at what amenities are offered. For instance, check to see if the rental includes utilities like air conditioning, cable and internet or features such as a dishwasher, parking, balcony and fridge.

Tip: When looking at listings on liv.rent, scroll down to the "Amenities" section to see what utilities and features are included with the rental.

Much like Vancouver, Burnaby’s urban setting, diverse appeal, and proximity to nature make it an exceedingly popular city for renters. Although on average the city’s rent prices are still quite high for Canada, there are a number of cheaper rentals available – especially for students at Simon Fraser University looking for accommodations on a budget.

If you’re not sure that Burnaby is the right city for you, check out these resources comparing Burnaby to other Metro Vancouver cities:

Some of the most popular neighbourhoods in Burnaby are Maywood/Metrotown, Burnaby Heights, Brentwood, Sussex-Nelson, Douglas-Gilpin, Capitol Hill, Marlborough, Westridge, and Lougheed Town Centre.

Burnaby has it all, from scenic parks and green spaces to bustling shopping centers and two of Canada’s top universities. Some of the most well-loved landmarks include Burnaby Mountain Park, Deer Lake Park, Barnet Marine Park, Simon Fraser University (SFU), British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT), Central Park, and Metropolis at Metrotown, one of the largest shopping malls in Canada!

Search for condos, townhouses, rooms, and houses for rent in Burnaby, BC on liv.rent. Finding 2 bathroom apartments for rent near you has never been easier. Filter your search by price range (great for finding cheap apartments for rent), unfurnished or furnished apartments for rent, pet-friendly rentals, availability, and housing type. Options range from studio apartments and suites for rent to 1 or 2 bedroom apartment and 3+ bedrooms for rent.

Our Burnaby rental listings are updated in real-time and are current as of Aug 13, 2025.

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