Solana Langley by Zenterra: Pre-Sale Condos Review (2026)
Solana Langley by Zenterra: Pre-Sale Condos Review (2026)
Solana is Zenterra's 230-home condo project in two 6-storey buildings in Willoughby, Langley, per Zenterra's launch announcement of September 9, 2024, and Zenterra lists its completion as 2027. Zenterra's Solana page (zenterra.ca/solana, checked October 2, 2026) doesn't list prices or a deposit schedule, though the builder's email dated August 27, 2026 priced one 1 bedroom home (plan B2, 635sqft) at $549,990 and offered it at $489,990 for a limited time, with a 5% deposit. Here is the honest review of the plans, amenities, alternatives, and the risks the brochure won't mention.
Solana at a Glance
Starting Price
Not published by the developer
Units
230
Completion
2027
Developer
Zenterra
Future SkyTrain
Willowbrook Station
Deposit
Not published by the developer
Should You Buy at Solana?
If you are looking at new condos in Willoughby and you don't need SkyTrain, Solana is worth a look, but its Solana page doesn't list prices or a deposit schedule, so get both in writing for the exact home before you compare it with anything else. Zenterra has other Willoughby communities, including Eden and The Commons. The trade-off is the location: Willoughby is car-dependent, the commercial core is still developing, and the future SkyTrain station won't be within walking distance. This isn't a transit-oriented investment, it's an amenity play.
Site view of Solana's two-building layout with central courtyard and amenity space.
Location: Willoughby, Langley Township
What's good: R.E. Mountain Secondary 657m away, Willoughby Elementary nearby, Tumble Kids Preschool 557m. Willoughby Town Centre handles daily errands. Willoughby Community Park adjacent. Willowbrook Shopping Centre 5-7km, Langley City downtown 8km, Highway 1 access via 200 Street in 10-15 min.
What's not: No SkyTrain. The Surrey-Langley extension is under construction (estimated late 2029) but the nearest planned station, Willowbrook, will be 5-7km from Solana. You'll still need a car or bus to reach it. Walk Score 45 to 55, Transit Score 30 to 40. Vancouver commute is 60 to 75 min by car.
The honest take: Willoughby is Langley's fastest-growing neighbourhood, transitioning from farmland to master-planned suburbs. Family-oriented, car-dependent, quieter and more affordable than Surrey City Centre. If you work from home or don't commute downtown daily, it works. If you depend on transit, look at Surrey City Centre instead.
Pricing & the Math That Actually Matters
Zenterra's Solana page (zenterra.ca/solana, checked October 2, 2026) doesn't list prices, so there's no starting price or price per square foot to quote here. The one price I can cite is a single home: the builder's email dated August 27, 2026 priced one 1 bedroom home (plan B2, 635sqft) at $549,990 and offered it at $489,990 for a limited time. That's one home, not a starting price for the plan type. The Solana page does list the plans, with sizes, across the two buildings:
| Unit Type | Size (sqft) | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Urban 1 bed | 467 to 515 | Not published |
| 1 bed | 587 to 752 | One home (plan B2, 635sqft): $549,990, offered at $489,990 for a limited time, per the builder's email dated August 27, 2026 |
| 2 bed, 2 bath | 928 to 952 | Not published |
| 3 bed, 2 bath | 1,518 | Not published |
Ask the sales team at the Eden and Solana sales centre on Willoughby Town Centre Drive for the current price list, and ask whether GST is included. Because you're buying new from the builder, GST applies; whether you qualify for a rebate depends on the price and your situation.
Deposit Structure
Zenterra's Solana page (zenterra.ca/solana, checked October 2, 2026) doesn't list a deposit schedule, so there's no full schedule to quote here. The builder's email dated August 27, 2026 said the 1 bedroom plan B2 offer needs a 5% deposit, and it doesn't say how that deposit is staged. Deposit terms are set in your contract of purchase and sale. Ask the sales team for the schedule on the exact home, in writing, including whether any reduced-deposit program applies, before you line up your mortgage pre-approval or move any money, and ask who holds the deposit. The sales centre number is 604-243-4368.
Run the Numbers on Solana
Estimate your monthly payment before you commit. Plug in a price from the sales team's current price list and see what it looks like at today's rates.
Mortgage CalculatorAmenities
Zenterra markets 90,000+ sqft of indoor and outdoor amenity space. Its launch announcement describes that as the amenity space for the whole planned community Solana is the first phase of, about 850 homes, so don't divide it by Solana's 230. The amenities it names include:
- Sports courts (pickleball, bocce)
- Dog park
- Playgrounds
- Table tennis
- Outdoor dining spots with BBQ grills
- Community, rock and sensory gardens
Read this carefully: Zenterra describes the 90,000sqft as indoor and outdoor amenity space for the wider community, not just Solana's own indoor facilities. Ask the sales centre for the breakdown of indoor vs outdoor amenity before using this number to justify the price.
Who Should Buy at Solana
Good Fit
- First-time buyers who want new construction and will get the deposit schedule in writing before they commit.
- Young families who want the 3 bedroom plan (1,518sqft on Zenterra's plan list) as an alternative to a townhome.
- Buyers who prioritize amenity space over urban transit. Sports courts, dog park, playgrounds.
- Work-from-home buyers or anyone commuting outside peak hours, or working in Langley/Surrey.
- Buyers who want a developer with deep local experience: Zenterra has other Willoughby communities, including Eden and The Commons.
Not a Good Fit
- Daily Vancouver commuters who depend on SkyTrain: No rapid transit access, none planned within walking distance.
- Buyers needing to move within 6 months: Estimated completion is 2027.
- Buyers expecting a walkable urban lifestyle: Willoughby's commercial core is still developing.
- Investors targeting student rental demand: No major post-secondary nearby (unlike Surrey City Centre's KPU/SFU).
- Buyers who need transparent parking + storage costs upfront: Both are TBC.
| Feature | Solana (Zenterra) | Parkway (Bosa) | Heath West (BMG) | Willoughby Resale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Mid-rise condo | Condo | Townhome | Condo |
| Price | 1 bed (plan B2) listed at $549,990, per the builder's email dated August 27, 2026 | Studio from $491,900 before incentives, per the builder's email dated September 28, 2026 | Homes from $769,900, per the builder's promotion dated September 24, 2026 | Varies |
| $/sqft | Not published | Not published | Not published | Varies |
| Deposit | 5% on one 1 bed offer, per the builder's email dated August 27, 2026 | Not published | Not published | Mortgage down payment |
| Transit | No SkyTrain | Not published | No SkyTrain | Varies |
| Completion | 2027 | Not published | Move-in ready | Move-in |
Parkway Surrey is the opposite end of the spectrum: a tower near transit from a top-tier developer. Heath West is the townhome alternative in the same broader area, with more space and parking, and its builder says its homes are move-in ready. Eden by Zenterra is the most direct comparable (same developer, same neighbourhood, sells from the same sales centre), worth visiting both at once.
Considering Solana or Another Langley New Home?
Bring the current price sheet and exact address. We can compare the contract, closing costs, ownership structure and nearby alternatives.
What the Developer Won't Put on the Brochure
1. The 90,000sqft amenity number needs unpacking
Zenterra describes it as indoor and outdoor amenity space for the whole planned community, which its launch announcement puts at about 850 homes, not Solana's 230 alone. Ask which spaces Solana owners can use and how the costs are shared.
2. You're comparing new Zenterra to old Zenterra
Zenterra has built in Willoughby before, so ask the sales team which of its completed buildings are nearby and walk one to see how its finishes have held up. The premium you pay over resale is partly for newer finishes and a fresh warranty.
3. The SkyTrain story is overstated
Marketing will mention the Surrey-Langley extension. The reality: the closest planned station, Willowbrook, is 5-7km away. Even when it opens (estimated late 2029), you still need a car or bus to reach it. Solana is not a transit-oriented address.
4. Parking and storage costs are still TBC
In a car-dependent neighbourhood, parking is essential, not optional. Confirm what it costs and whether it's included before you sign. A parking add-on changes your monthly carrying cost, so get the price in writing.
5. Strata fees will rise after year 2
Developer-set fees are typically conservative in year 1. With this much amenity space shared across only 230 units, expect meaningful increases once the strata council takes over and starts building reserves for maintenance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a 2-bed cost at Solana? ▼
Zenterra's Solana page doesn't list prices. The builder's email dated August 27, 2026 priced one 1 bedroom home at $549,990 and offered it at $489,990 for a limited time. Ask the sales team for the current price list for the exact home, and add 5% GST unless the price says it's included.
Is GST included? ▼
Ask the sales team whether the price includes GST. Because you're buying new from the builder, GST applies, and whether you qualify for a rebate depends on the price and your situation.
What is the deposit? ▼
Zenterra's Solana page doesn't list a deposit schedule. The builder's email dated August 27, 2026 said the 1 bedroom plan B2 offer needs a 5% deposit. Get the schedule for the exact home in writing before you sign.
When is completion? ▼
Zenterra lists Solana's completion as 2027 on its website. Confirm the date for your building with the sales centre, in writing.
Can I assign my contract? ▼
Assignment policy is to be confirmed. Confirm before signing.
Does parking come with units? ▼
Underground parkade is available, but inclusion and cost are TBC. Confirm before signing, parking is essential in this neighbourhood.
What if I change my mind? ▼
BC's 7-day rescission period for pre-sales applies. Read the rescission terms in the disclosure statement and your contract before you sign.
Featured Guides
- Pre-Sale vs Resale in LangleySide-by-side cost math on condos and townhomes.
- Deposit GuideHow BC pre-sale deposits work, including Equity Edge.
- GST Rebate GuideWhen GST applies to buying & if you can get it back.
- Pre-Sale WatchlistFree email updates on every Fraser Valley pre-sale launch.
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Alex Dunbar Personal Real Estate Corporation
REAL Broker BC Ltd. | Living in the Lower Mainland
I help buyers compare Langley new homes against each other and against resale alternatives. If you are weighing Solana against Eden, Scale, Jericho Park, I'll give you honest numbers and a clear decision framework.
Sources & Further Reading
Sources: Developer marketing materials and applicable public agency guidance
Accuracy and changes
The details on this page were accurate to the best of our knowledge as of 2026-10-02. Pre-sale pricing, deposit structure, incentives, floorplans, unit sizes, availability and completion timing are set by the developer and can change at any time without notice. Where a figure is an estimate, it is identified as one.
This is an independent review. It is not the developer's marketing material, it has not been reviewed or approved by the developer, and nothing here is an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy. In British Columbia the developer's Disclosure Statement is the governing document for a pre-sale purchase and prevails over anything stated on this page. Renderings, floorplans and dimensions are the developer's representations and are subject to change.
Errors and omissions excepted.
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