Griffon Langley: Should You Buy This Willoughby Townhome?

By Alex Dunbar  |  Last updated: 2026-04-17  |  8 min read

Griffon is a 68-unit townhome pre-sale by Sunmark in Willoughby, Langley, priced from $940,000 to roughly $1.1 million with GST bundled in. It is one of only three active Langley pre-sales in 2026, and directly competes with Heath West (BMG, townhomes) and Solana (Zenterra, condos).

If you are a family buyer choosing between two similar-sized Willoughby townhome pre-sales, the difference between Griffon and Heath West comes down to three things: how GST is quoted, floor-plan mix, and location within Willoughby. This page lays all three out honestly.

Griffon at a Glance

Developer	Sunmark
Neighbourhood	Willoughby, Langley
Product type	Family townhomes
Unit count	68 units
Starting price	~$940,000 (GST included)
Top of range	~$1,100,000 (GST included)
GST	Advertised as included, always verify in contract
Warranty	BC 2-5-10 Home Warranty (HPO)
Transit	No rapid transit, car-dependent

Each phase release at Griffon will move pricing. I keep an active tracker for Griffon, Heath West and Solana. Request the current snapshot. before you visit any sales centre.

The GST Included Detail That Actually Matters

Griffon is marketed at prices with GST included. Heath West is marketed at prices plus GST. Many buyers assume that means Heath West is cheaper. The numbers say otherwise.

Scenario	Griffon (GST in)	Heath West (GST extra)
Quoted price	$940,000	$900,000
GST added	$0 (included)	+$45,000
True cost	$940,000	$945,000

Roughly $5,000 apart after GST. When you see a $40,000 price gap on the marketing, the real-world gap is usually under $10,000. Pick between Griffon and Heath West on floor plans, finishings and location, not headline price.

Two things to verify in the contract:

1. That GST is actually included in the purchase price (not just implied in marketing).
2. That the listed price applies to your specific unit (some developers apply GST-included pricing only to specific floor plans or promotional phases).

For a full GST explanation on new Fraser Valley construction, see my GST rebate guide.

Monthly Carrying Cost Estimate

For a $940,000 Griffon townhome with 20% down:

Down payment (20%)	$188,000
Mortgage balance	$752,000
Estimated monthly mortgage	~$4,350 - $4,800
Strata fees (new Willoughby townhome)	~$275 - $375
Property tax (Langley)	~$320
Home insurance	~$110
Monthly total (estimate)	~$5,055 - $5,605

This is an illustrative estimate, not a quote. Your actual mortgage depends on the rate at completion (likely 12 to 30 months after signing), lender underwriting rules, and your specific unit. Requalify before subject removal.

Willoughby and the Real Neighbourhood Story

Every Griffon buyer should understand what they are buying beyond the building:

• Family demand is durable. Willoughby's school catchments, parks and community centre anchor multi-decade family migration from Surrey and Vancouver. That is what underpins resale value, not transit or urban density.
• You will drive everywhere. Willoughby is suburban. Factor 2 cars into your budget if you are moving from a transit-oriented city.
• Retail is good. Willowbrook Shopping Centre, Costco, Home Depot, daycare and medical services are all within a 10 minute drive.
• Transit will arrive eventually. The Surrey-Langley SkyTrain extension is planned with a 202nd Street station that would serve parts of Willoughby. Timing is not confirmed. Do not pay a transit premium today for a station that is years away.

Full breakdown of Willoughby schools, commute times, shopping and lifestyle: Willoughby buyer's guide.

Griffon vs Heath West vs Resale

Three real choices for a Willoughby townhome buyer today:

Option	All-in cost (mid-range)	Move-in	Warranty
Griffon	~$1,020,000 (GST in)	Future (pre-sale)	Full 2-5-10
Heath West	~$945K - $1,080,000 after GST	Future (pre-sale)	Full 2-5-10
Resale 2018-2021 Willoughby townhome	$850K - $1.05M, no GST	Immediate	Remaining 2-5-10 only

Where Griffon wins: price clarity (GST included), no last-minute tax surprise, straightforward financing conversations with your lender.

Where Heath West wins: depending on floor plan and interior selections, the post-GST total on Heath West can land slightly below Griffon for comparable size.

Where resale wins: immediate occupancy, no GST, and you can inspect the actual unit. Costs are the depreciation report, older layouts and no new-construction warranty on the major assemblies.

Full framework for making the pre-sale-or-resale call in Langley: Langley pre-sale vs resale guide.

Who Should Buy Griffon

Good fit:

• Buyers who want GST clarity baked into the quoted price (simpler mortgage and cash-flow conversations)
• Growing families needing 3 or 4 bedrooms with outdoor space
• Buyers comfortable with a 12 to 30 month completion timeline
• First-time buyers trading up from a Surrey or Langley condo and accepting the warranty + modern layout tradeoff over resale

Not a fit:

• Transit-dependent households (Willoughby has none yet)
• Buyers on tight qualification today who cannot absorb potential rate movement at completion
• Buyers who need to move in within 6 months
• Strata-fee-sensitive buyers who would be better served by older resale with a known operating history

Risks the Brochure Won't Discuss

1. Completion dates slip. Willoughby townhome projects have missed published dates more often than they have hit them in the last 3 years. Make sure your plan tolerates a 3 to 6 month extension.

2. Rate qualification at completion. You qualify at today's rate, but you will fund the mortgage at the rate available when Griffon completes. Build a buffer. Stress-test your budget at rates 1 to 1.5% above today's offers.

3. Sunmark is not Concord Pacific. Smaller regional developers can build excellent projects, but they do not have the same balance-sheet depth as the largest BC developers. Review Sunmark's completed projects, any BBB or court filings, and past buyer reviews before committing.

4. Strata fee drift. Developer fee estimates are typically based on first-year operating costs. The strata council adjusts fees once they take over. Budget an extra 15% to 25% cushion on strata fees from year 3 onwards.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Griffon compare to Heath West?

Nearly identical size (68 vs 67 units), same neighbourhood, same family townhome product. Griffon quotes GST-included pricing, Heath West quotes pre-GST. After doing the math, comparable units land within $5,000 to $10,000 of each other. Decide on floor plans, finish, and location within Willoughby.

Is the Sunmark deposit structure different from other Willoughby townhome projects?

Most Willoughby townhome pre-sales use a staged 15% to 20% deposit over 4 installments — see how presale deposits work in BC for the full breakdown. Confirm Griffon's specific schedule in the disclosure statement. Ask whether any deposit is refundable during the 7-day rescission window.

Does Griffon allow assignments?

Assignment policies vary. Review the disclosure statement for the specific phase if assignment flexibility matters to you.

What happens to my deposit if I cancel?

You get a 7-day rescission period after receiving the disclosure. Cancel within that window and your deposit is refundable. After that, your deposit is at risk and the contract is enforceable against you.

Is Griffon a good rental investment?

Willoughby family rentals are stable but returns on new-construction townhomes are typically lower than on comparable resale because purchase prices are higher. Run specific unit numbers before assuming positive cash flow.

Can I tour Griffon with my own agent?

Yes. BC law requires sales centres to honour buyer representation if you register your agent on your first visit. Register me before you walk in and I will walk you through Griffon, Heath West and comparable Willoughby resale on the same visit.

Pricing estimates are as of April 2026 and are subject to change. This article is for informational purposes and does not constitute financial or legal advice. Always review the disclosure statement with a lawyer before signing a pre-sale contract.