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Laneway Houses are Coming to Burnaby!
Burnaby neighbourhoods are on the brink of growth as new Burnaby laneway houses, coach houses and semi-detached suites are set to emerge courtesy of Burnaby’s innovative Housing Choices program.
Laneway homes, also known as carriage homes, are compact dwellings constructed in the rear area of a primary residence, positioned alongside the lane. They can generate rental income for homeowners or serve as additional living spaces for extended families. Find out how a laneway house can benefit you!
Featured Burnaby Laneway House Opportunities
BurnabyLanewayHouse.com specializes in finding you property listings featuring homes which have existing laneway houses and coach houses, or offer the zoning opportunity for carriage house construction.
5244 MARINE Drive, Burnaby
Excellent 3-lot subdivision building opportunity at 5244 MARINE Drive, Burnaby, with laneway home potential!...
9977 SULLIVAN Street, Burnaby
Stunning Euro-style new house by CitiDesign at 9977 SULLIVAN Street in desirable Sullivan Heights...
2193 DUTHIE Avenue Burnaby
Don't miss out on the opportunity to own this beautiful, move-in-ready home in a...
The Metro Vancouver Laneway Housing Newsroom
We bring you the latest news about BC Laneway Homes in Vancouver, Burnaby, the BC Lower Mainland and beyond! Catch up on the latest news here.
More Metro Vancouver Laneway House Examples
The following active MLS property listings mention the terms “Laneway House” or “Laneway Home”. That means they may have existing laneway homes or offer opportunities for coach house construction. Browse for properties that might generate rental income, or just to help you plan how to enhance the value of your existing property.
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2577 PARKER Street in Vancouver: Renfrew VE House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2884195
2577 PARKER Street Renfrew VE Vancouver V5K 2T2 $3,490,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2884195
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 3,329 sq. ft.309 m2
Vancouver beauty, owner had it built for himself, which means nothing was spared. Radiant floor heating. Rooftop deck with a beautiful view to all sides of the house. Granite counter tops. Steam shower in master bedroom. central A/C in the main house. Sundecks from each bedroom upstairs with a view. Extra cabinets in the family room and master bedroom. Basement set-up for a 1 or 2 bedroom suite. An extra to go with that is a spacious 1 bedroom laneway home. Set-up for a fountain in the front of house, security system. Elementary school 1 block and high school 3 blocks. Possibility of having 3 legal suites or 3 strata units with the new laws coming in June. Open house May 25th & 26th 1 PM to 4PM. More detailsListed by SRS Panorama Realty- JENNY WUN
- OAKWYN REALTY NORTHWEST (4481 HASTINGS ST)
- 1 (604) 9613559
- Contact by Email
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7 W 28TH Avenue in Vancouver: Cambie House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2884312
7 W 28TH Avenue Cambie Vancouver V5Y 2K7 OPEN HOUSE: May 19, 202402:00 PM - 04:00 PM PDTOpen House on Sunday, May 19, 2024 2:00PM - 4:00PM$3,680,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2884312
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 3,787 sq. ft.352 m2
Located in one of the best neighbourhoods in the city, just steps away from the Hillcrest Community Centre and Main Street, and a mere 5-minute walk to the Canada Line. This home offers almost 3790 sq.ft. including bonus 1-bedroom laneway house (772 sq.ft.) with single garage, which can serve as a mortgage helper. Adorned with luxurious features and finishes throughout. Main floor offers a open plan for everyday living & entertaining. Gourmet kitchen is equipped with Miele appliances. Upstairs 3 spacious bdrms. Basement offers recreation room, games room & 2 bdrms. A/C, radiant, security system, balance of NHW. The convenience of being within a short walking distance to various restaurants, cafes, and other services adds to the appeal of this remarkable home. Open house: May 19, 2-4pm. More detailsListed by Dracco Pacific Realty- JENNY WUN
- OAKWYN REALTY NORTHWEST (4481 HASTINGS ST)
- 1 (604) 9613559
- Contact by Email
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3105 DIEPPE Drive in Vancouver: Renfrew Heights House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2882740
3105 DIEPPE Drive Renfrew Heights Vancouver V5M 4B2 $1,799,800Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2882740
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,581 sq. ft.147 m2
Welcome to 3105 Dieppe Drive, a well-cared-for home in Renfrew Heights. Centrally located, it's just 5 minutes to HWY 1 and 15 minutes to downtown Vancouver. This property features 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a secondary suite with a separate entry, ideal for rental income or extended family. With a laneway and duplex potential (RS-1 zoning), it offers great expansion possibilities. Enjoy mountain views from the spacious balcony and the private yard. The home includes a single attached garage and ample parking. Don’t miss this versatile and conveniently located gem. Contact us today for a viewing! More detailsListed by Stonehaus Realty Corp.- JENNY WUN
- OAKWYN REALTY NORTHWEST (4481 HASTINGS ST)
- 1 (604) 9613559
- Contact by Email
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3275 E 20TH Avenue in Vancouver: Renfrew Heights House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2883298
3275 E 20TH Avenue Renfrew Heights Vancouver V5M 2V6 OPEN HOUSE: May 18, 202402:00 PM - 04:00 PM PDTOpen House on Saturday, May 18, 2024 2:00PM - 4:00PMOPEN HOUSE: May 19, 202401:00 PM - 03:00 PM PDTOpen House on Sunday, May 19, 2024 1:00PM - 3:00PM$2,699,900Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2883298
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 3,200 sq. ft.297 m2
Primary Renfrew Height, South facing flat lot on treelined quiet street, just 2 years new age, quality craftsmanship by experienced expert. north-shore mountain and city view. Practical and Open layout for the main floor, large Den can also be a bedroom for senior with a Full bath. Upper has 3 large bedrooms and 2 baths. Beautiful master bedroom that can enjoy amazing view of city downtown and mountain. Basement has one legal 2 bedroom suite with 2 full baths (option to have a separate studio). Laneway has large bedroom with ensuite full bath up and a room and full bath down. One of the Best Central location in East Van, walk to Vancouver Christian, Windermere Secondary, skytrain station, superstore and all the other shops and restaurants. More detailsListed by Panda Luxury Homes- JENNY WUN
- OAKWYN REALTY NORTHWEST (4481 HASTINGS ST)
- 1 (604) 9613559
- Contact by Email
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464 W 28TH Street in North Vancouver: Upper Lonsdale House for sale : MLS®# R2883511
464 W 28TH Street Upper Lonsdale North Vancouver V7N 2J3 OPEN HOUSE: May 18, 202411:00 AM - 01:00 PM PDTOpen House on Saturday, May 18, 2024 11:00AM - 1:00PMOPEN HOUSE: May 19, 202411:00 AM - 01:00 PM PDTOpen House on Sunday, May 19, 2024 11:00AM - 1:00PM$1,899,900Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2883511
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,026 sq. ft.188 m2
Charming potential awaits you and your creative vision for this gorgeous 6084 sq.ft. corner lot 50’s bungalow in Upper Lonsdale. Offering 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, gleaming oak floors in most rooms, 2 fireplaces, huge recroom, laundry room, single garage and sundeck. European built one owner home, don’t let it’s cosmetic appearance deter you from enjoying it while you plan its transformation. Will you add a storey and push out the back for a beautiful kitchen with main floor primary bedroom? Perhaps you will add a laneway home? Or maybe you just want to start fresh with a new executive style home for this special corner of paradise. Walking distance to what makes this one of the most coveted neighbourhoods in the lower mainland. Close to all levels of Schools, Shopping, transit and community centres. Call your agent today for a private viewing! Sneak Peek Fri 17th 6-730pm Open House Sat & Sun 11am-1pm More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd.- JENNY WUN
- OAKWYN REALTY NORTHWEST (4481 HASTINGS ST)
- 1 (604) 9613559
- Contact by Email
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2256 E PENDER Street in Vancouver: Hastings House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2883587
2256 E PENDER Street Hastings Vancouver V5L 1X4 $2,100,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2883587
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,960 sq. ft.182 m2
RARE THREE STREET FRONTS! Builder/Investor alert! Prime development lot in a desirable neighbourhood. Many possibilities here! Build a multiplex, SFD + laneway house, or duplex. SOLID CUTE BRICK HOUSE ON LARGE 33 X 132 FEET LOT. House sits on quiet nice tree lined street. All three bedrooms & living room are solid oak hardwood on main floor. All three bedrooms & living room are solid oak hardwood on main floor. All measurements are approximate and should be verified if deemed important. Additionally, it's advisable to check with City Hall regarding zoning and development possibilities. More detailsListed by 1NE Collective Realty Inc.- JENNY WUN
- OAKWYN REALTY NORTHWEST (4481 HASTINGS ST)
- 1 (604) 9613559
- Contact by Email
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7725 MARY Avenue in Burnaby: Edmonds BE House for sale (Burnaby East) : MLS®# R2883516
7725 MARY Avenue Edmonds BE Burnaby V3N 3G9 LIVE STREAM: May 18, 202402:00 PM - 04:00 PM PDTVirtual Open House on Saturday, May 18, 2024 2:00PM - 4:00PM video is original, now actual conditions maybe vary.LIVE STREAM: May 19, 202402:00 PM - 04:00 PM PDTVirtual Open House on Sunday, May 19, 2024 2:00PM - 4:00PM video is original, now actual conditions maybe vary.$2,499,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2883516
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 3,085 sq. ft.287 m2
Features 7 bedrooms 7 bath. high ceilings and lots of windows makes each room bright and a cozy atmosphere . Upstairs, Spacious Kitchen, four Good Size bedrooms & living area. The main level includes a Legal 1-bedroom suite for income potential. Plus more feature, 2-bedrooms laneway house , Close to Edmonds Community Centre, St Thomas More Secondary, Our Lady of Mercy School. School Catchment: Twelfth Ave Elem, Byrne Creek Secondary. French Immersion: Marlborough Elem, Cariboo Hill Secondary. ll photos are original, now actual conditions may vary. A Must See. OH:2-4PM SAT/SUN,May 18/19,25/26. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Colonial Pacific Realty- JENNY WUN
- OAKWYN REALTY NORTHWEST (4481 HASTINGS ST)
- 1 (604) 9613559
- Contact by Email
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3282 PARKER Street in Vancouver: Renfrew VE House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2883684
3282 PARKER Street Renfrew VE Vancouver V5K 2V8 $1,699,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2883684
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,684 sq. ft.156 m2
Welcome to this charming two-level home located in the desirable Renfrew area of Vancouver. Featuring 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, situated on a quiet street with both North and South exposure. The upper level offers a spacious living room, 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, a bright kitchen with an eating area. Downstairs perfectly replicates the exquisite layout of the upstairs with separate entrance. The fully fenced yard is private and secure. Updates over the years include newer bathrooms, appliances, flooring, roof, plumbing, wiring, insulation, and a freshly painted living room. The large single-car garage and a carport with laneway access adds convenience and potential. Short walking distance to shops, groceries, restaurants, and transit. More detailsListed by Nu Stream Realty Inc.- JENNY WUN
- OAKWYN REALTY NORTHWEST (4481 HASTINGS ST)
- 1 (604) 9613559
- Contact by Email
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28 W 47TH Avenue in Vancouver: Oakridge VW House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2883689
28 W 47TH Avenue Oakridge VW Vancouver V5Y 2X8 OPEN HOUSE: May 18, 202402:00 PM - 04:00 PM PDTOpen House on Saturday, May 18, 2024 2:00PM - 4:00PMOPEN HOUSE: May 19, 202402:00 PM - 04:00 PM PDTOpen House on Sunday, May 19, 2024 2:00PM - 4:00PM$4,560,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2883689
- Bedrooms:
- 12
- Bathrooms:
- 11
- Floor Area:
- 4,879 sq. ft.453 m2
Situated in the coveted Oakridge area is this 10 yr old custom home offering almost 5000 sqft of living space on a 45.99 X 122 ft lot . This residence is beautifully appointed with an expansive floor plan, bright spacious principal rooms, soaring high ceiling, skylights, hardwood flooring and marble flooring. Entertain your guests on the covered South facing deck that spans the width of the house and enjoy a chef's dream of a gourmet kitchen, enclosed wok kitchen and outdoor built in BBQ. The upstairs offers 3 large bedrooms, 3 bathrooms plus a nook and washer/dryer hook up. The extra large principal bedroom boasts a walk in closet, bay widows, covered balcony and ensuite. Enjoy all the incredible rental income from the laneway house that is currently generating $3600 a month plus there are 2 additional suites in the lower level. A short walk to the new Oakridge Centre, Langara, Skytrain, restaurants, schools, QE park and Hillcrest community centre. Open House SAT, May 18 2-4 pm and SUN, May 19 2-4 pm. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty- JENNY WUN
- OAKWYN REALTY NORTHWEST (4481 HASTINGS ST)
- 1 (604) 9613559
- Contact by Email
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3913 W 22ND AVE in Vancouver: Dunbar House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2882577
3913 W 22ND AVE Dunbar Vancouver V6S 1J9 OPEN HOUSE: May 18, 202402:00 PM - 04:00 PM PDTOpen House on Saturday, May 18, 2024 2:00PM - 4:00PMOPEN HOUSE: May 19, 202402:00 PM - 04:00 PM PDTOpen House on Sunday, May 19, 2024 2:00PM - 4:00PM$6,488,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2882577
- Bedrooms:
- 8
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 4,857 sq. ft.451 m2
A fantastic home on a beautiful street in Dunbar area! Large lot with 50 ft frontage. Newly built 2 bdm laneway house! 4 bedrroms/4 bathrooms upstais, grand foyer and the modern open concept living space with quality finishing. Gourmet kitchen featuring top appliances and upscale cabinets. luxurious basement equipped with 2 guest bdrms, luxury home theatre, Bar, recreation room. Air Conditioning, radiant heat, HRV, etc. Steps to St. George's, Lord Byng Secondary and QE Elementary School. Close to UBC, Park and shopping. Absolutely a great home! Open House May 18/19, Sat./Sun. 2-4 pm. More detailsListed by eXp Realty- JENNY WUN
- OAKWYN REALTY NORTHWEST (4481 HASTINGS ST)
- 1 (604) 9613559
- Contact by Email
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2597 E 2ND Avenue in Vancouver: Renfrew VE House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2882730
2597 E 2ND Avenue Renfrew VE Vancouver V5M 1C7 OPEN HOUSE: May 19, 202402:00 PM - 04:00 PM PDTOpen House on Sunday, May 19, 2024 2:00PM - 4:00PM$2,598,888Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2882730
- Bedrooms:
- 11
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 3,409 sq. ft.317 m2
Must see this well kept 1 owner beauty on a large corner lot with 2 basement units plus laneway house! Featurers 4 bedroom up and ground level basement has 3 bedroom unit w 2 bathrooms and another 2 bedroom unit. 10 yr old 2 bedrm laneway. Ornate metal/concrete fence ,granite kitch and bath countertops , newer ss fridge, maple cabs, granite gas fireplace, radiant hot water heat, skylites, newer washer/dryer in separate laundry room for 2 ground units in laneway. Huge sundeck off kitchen with large patio below, bonus: large garage can park 2 small cars, landscape frt and bk yards w palm trees. Concrete tile roof. Close to Maquinna elem diagonally across the street and Renfrew plaza shops and restaurants. All measurements are to be independently verified by the buyer if important. More detailsListed by RE/MAX City Realty- JENNY WUN
- OAKWYN REALTY NORTHWEST (4481 HASTINGS ST)
- 1 (604) 9613559
- Contact by Email
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1546 E PENDER Street in Vancouver: Hastings 1/2 Duplex for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2882731
1546 E PENDER Street Hastings Vancouver V5L 1W1 OPEN HOUSE: May 18, 202401:00 PM - 03:00 PM PDTOpen House on Saturday, May 18, 2024 1:00PM - 3:00PMOPEN HOUSE: May 19, 202401:00 PM - 03:00 PM PDTOpen House on Sunday, May 19, 2024 1:00PM - 3:00PM$1,649,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2882731
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 1,878 sq. ft.174 m2
This impeccable, huge front duplex includes a mortgage helper with separate entrance and laundry. Radiant heating throughout, A/C, HRV, sprinklers, central vacuum ready, and plenty of smart devices. Entertain from the large updated kitchen and full size dining room, or step out to the low maintenance landscaped yard with oversized patio under the mature magnolia tree. Fantastic location on Major Transit Growth Corridor, one block to R5 rapid bus and minutes from downtown. Bike score 89 - access key bike routes straight from the garage with laneway access. 95 Walk score - steps to Commercial Drive, Woodland Park, and some of the City’s best dining. A perfect floor plan made for any stage of life. A must see! Open House: Saturday, May 18th & Sunday May 19th, 1:00 - 3:00 pm. More detailsListed by Evergreen West Realty- JENNY WUN
- OAKWYN REALTY NORTHWEST (4481 HASTINGS ST)
- 1 (604) 9613559
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Laneway Houses in Burnaby: Knowledge & Resources
Laneway Houses, Now Legalized In Burnaby, BC.
Great news! Burnaby has begun working on introducing laneway homes as part of a new Housing Choices program. Starting in September 2023, the first phase of this program will focus on introducing laneway homes along with Coach House and secondary suites in semi-detached homes to Burnaby’s single and two-family neighbourhoods.
Buying A Home With A Laneway House or Building
Laneway homes in Burnaby, BC will offer an innovative housing solution. Laneway homes contribute to optimizing land use within the city…
Renting Out a Laneway House, and Increasing Your Home Value
Laneway houses help homeowners in two ways! They can serve as additional living spaces for extended families, or generate rental income. Also, properties featuring laneway houses typically command a higher resale value and experience an elevation in overall property worth and return on investment for your primary residence.