Griffon Langley: Should You Buy These Move-In Ready Townhomes?

By Alex Dunbar, REALTOR · REAL Broker BC Ltd. · Updated April 2026

Griffon is a 68-unit townhome project by Sunmark Developments at 7716 207 Street in Langley's Yorkson neighbourhood. Every unit is a 4-bedroom, 3-storey townhome ranging from 1,533 to 1,930 sqft, priced from $939,900 with GST included. Unlike most pre-sales in Willoughby, Griffon is move-in ready in 2026, no multi-year construction wait. This review walks through the pricing, the trade-offs, and who Griffon actually fits.

Griffon at a Glance

Project Name	Griffon
Developer	Sunmark Developments
Property Type	Townhome
Location	Yorkson / Willoughby, Langley
Total Units	68
Unit Types	4-bedroom only, 2.5 to 3.5 baths, 1,533 to 1,930 sqft
Price Range	$939,900 to $1,099,900 (GST included)
Completion	Move-in ready (2026)
Best For	Families who need 4 bedrooms and want new construction without waiting
Key Benefit	Move-in ready, no completion wait, GST included in price
Key Drawback	All units are 4-bedroom only, limiting the buyer pool to families

Should You Buy at Griffon?

If you are shopping for a new townhome in Langley's Willoughby area and need 4 bedrooms, Griffon is one of the few options where you can move in now rather than waiting 1 to 2 years for construction. That alone makes it unusual in the pre-sale market. But "move-in ready" does not mean "right for everyone." The all-4-bedroom layout, the car-dependent location, and the unconfirmed deposit structure all deserve a closer look before you commit.

Project Overview

Griffon is a 68-unit townhome community by Sunmark Developments in Yorkson, part of the broader Willoughby masterplan. These are 3-storey wood-frame townhomes, all with 4 bedrooms. There are no 2-bedroom or 3-bedroom options.

Unit Mix:

Plan	Bed	Bath	Size (sqft)	Price (GST incl.)	$/sqft
Plan A	4	2.5	1,533 to 1,576	$939,900	~$613
Plan B	4	2.5	1,628	$994,900	~$611
Plan C	4	3.5	1,898	$1,099,900	~$579
Plan D	4	3.5	1,915 to 1,930	$1,069,900	~$554

All prices as of April 2026, GST included per REW listing.

Amenities: firebowl lounge (outdoor), children's play area, shared lawn, 24-hour security, visitor & underground parking, storage lockers, city views from select units. No indoor amenity building, gym, pool, or concierge. Community-scale outdoor focus only.

Finishes: laminate hardwood, quartz countertops, stainless appliances, forced air heating (not heat pump), internal garage with bike storage. Standard for the price band, no upscale package.

Location: Yorkson, Willoughby

Yorkson is a family suburb in Langley Township, transitioning from farmland to new-build residential. Schools, parks, and commercial anchors are arriving in stages. Walk Score 40 to 55, car-dependent, no SkyTrain, local bus service only.

Commute (by car): Downtown Vancouver 60 to 75 min, Surrey Centre 25 to 35 min, Downtown Langley 10 to 15 min.

Schools nearby: Tiny Hoppers Early Learning, Donna Gabriel Robins Elementary (under 800m), Peter Ewart Middle, R.E. Mountain Secondary (~15 min walk).

Retail & recreation: Willoughby Town Centre (Independent Grocer, Shoppers Drug Mart), Yorkson Community Park (sports fields, bike park, dog park), Langley Events Centre.

The honest take: the bones of a good neighbourhood are here, but it is not finished. The area still has a construction-heavy feel. Buy based on what it is today, not the brochure version of what it might be in 2030.

Pricing & the Math That Actually Matters

What "GST included" means: REW lists Griffon's prices with GST baked in. The listed price is your purchase price, no additional 5% on closing, no GST rebate to calculate. Compare to Heath West, where $40K to $51K in GST is added on top.

Verify with the sales centre that there are no other charges outside the listed price.

Monthly cost estimate (Plan A, $939,900):

Cost	Monthly (est.)
Mortgage (20% down, 5.5%, 30-yr amort)	~$4,250
Property tax	~$280
Strata fees (estimated, year 1)	~$320
Total carrying cost	~$4,850/month

Pre-sale vs resale check: Griffon's $/sqft ($554 to $613 GST-included) is competitive with newer Willoughby resale ($500 to $640/sqft). Older resale is cheaper but comes with used finishes and deferred maintenance. See the full pre-sale vs resale guide.

Deposit Structure

Unconfirmed. Neither Sunmark nor the marketing partner (AXIS Real Estate Solutions) has published the schedule. Typical for a move-in ready project at this price band: 5 to 10% on signing.

Unit	5% Deposit	10% Deposit
Plan A ($939,900)	$47,000	$94,000
Plan C ($1,099,900)	$55,000	$110,000

Register at liveatgriffon.com to confirm the schedule. BC rescission period: 7 days, 0.2% fee ($1,880 on $939,900).

Developer Profile: Sunmark Developments

HQ	Surrey, BC
Years Active	25+
Specialization	Townhomes exclusively
Units Built	500+ across 7 projects, all sold out

Keaton (80 units) was built in the same Willoughby area. Track record is solid. Request BC Housing warranty details before signing.

Who Should Buy at Griffon

Good fit:

• Families who need 4 bedrooms now. Every unit is a 4-bedroom.
• Buyers who want new construction without a 2-year wait. Move-in ready is the main reason buyers choose Griffon.
• Buyers with $180K to $220K for a down payment. Standard 20% on Plans A through D.
• Families relocating to Langley for schools. Elementary school within walking distance.
• Buyers who value a townhome specialist developer. 25+ years, 500+ units, townhomes only.

Not a good fit:

• Couples or singles who only need 2 to 3 bedrooms. No smaller units available. See Heath West or Solana.
• Transit-dependent buyers. No SkyTrain, no rapid bus.
• Investors focused on rental yield. 4-bed townhomes compress cap rates at $940K+.
• Buyers who want upscale amenities. No gym, pool, or clubhouse.
• Buyers needing a heat pump. Griffon uses forced air heating.

Griffon vs Alternatives

Feature	Griffon	Heath West	Solana	Resale (newer)
Bedrooms	4 only	2 to 4	1 to 3 (condo)	Varies
Starting price	$939,900	$799K + GST	$549K + GST	$850K to $1.05M
GST treatment	Included	On top	On top	N/A
Heating	Forced air	Heat pump	Heat pump	Mixed
Completion	Move-in ready	May 2026	Est. 2027	Now

See QUEENS Forest Hills for a Surrey townhome alternative.

Risks & Trade-offs

1. Completion risk: low

Move-in ready. No construction wait. This eliminates the most common pre-sale concern.

2. Market risk

If prices decline before closing, you are locked in. The closing window is weeks, not years, so the exposure is limited.

3. Deposit risk

Structure unconfirmed. On a move-in ready project, the deposit period is short, which reduces opportunity cost.

4. Construction quality

Sunmark has a solid 25-year track record. Request BC Housing warranty details and a full deficiency walkthrough before closing.

5. Strata fees

Developer-set fees are typically low in year 1. Expect increases after year 2 once the strata council takes over and builds reserves.

6. Assignment

Policy unconfirmed. Clarify assignment rights and fees before signing.

7. Area development

Willoughby is still under active construction. SkyTrain is years away. Buy for the neighbourhood as it is today.

8. All 4-bedroom

Narrows your resale audience to families only. Worth pricing in if you plan to sell within 5 years.

What the Developer Won't Put on the Brochure

1. The all-4-bedroom format is a resale narrowing factor

When you go to sell, you are competing against every other unit for the same buyer type at resale. Couples, downsizers, and first-time buyers will skip you.

2. Forced air heating is a step behind comparable new builds

Most competitors in this price range are installing heat pumps. It will not affect daily life today, but it may matter at resale and on your utility bill.

3. The neighbourhood still feels like a construction zone

Renderings show finished streets and mature trees. Reality on the ground is active development for the next several years.

4. Plan D gives more square footage per dollar than the smaller plans

$1,069,900 for 1,915 to 1,930 sqft works out to ~$554/sqft, vs Plan A at ~$613/sqft. If your budget stretches, Plan D gives you more square footage per dollar.

5. Deposit terms are not yet public

That alone is worth a phone call to the sales centre before you visit. Get the schedule in writing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a townhome at Griffon cost?

Pricing starts at $939,900 (Plan A, 1,533 sqft) up to $1,099,900 (Plan C, 1,898 sqft). All prices include GST as of April 2026.

Is GST included in the price?

Yes. The listed price is your purchase price with no additional 5% on closing. Confirm with the sales centre that there are no other charges.

When can I move in?

Griffon is move-in ready as of 2026. No multi-year wait for construction.

What is the deposit structure?

Unconfirmed. Typical for move-in ready at this price: 5 to 10% on signing. Register at liveatgriffon.com for exact terms.

Can I assign my contract?

Not confirmed. Ask about assignment rights and fees before signing.

How does Griffon compare to Heath West?

Heath West offers 2 to 4 bed variety, Fisher & Paykel appliances, and a heat pump. GST is on top ($40K to $51K extra). Griffon: all 4-bed, GST included, move-in ready.

What if I change my mind after signing?

BC provides a 7-day rescission period. Cancel within that window for a 0.2% fee ($1,880 on $939,900).

Pricing, availability, and timelines are based on publicly available information as of April 2026 and may not reflect current conditions. Deposit structure is unconfirmed. Always verify directly with the developer or your REALTOR before making a purchase decision.