Magellan is one of Solar's first signature condominium developments. As it is now encountered mainly on the resale market, the building's and unit's actual history matters more than original promotional material.
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Video tour of a condo at Magellan
Alexis Marcoux filmed this tour of a condo he previously offered for sale at Magellan, in Solar Uniquartier, Brossard. It provides a concrete example of his property presentation work in the neighbourhood.
Past marketing example, not a current listing. Any price or availability mentioned in the original post may no longer apply. This unit does not represent every condo or phase at Magellan.
A condo tour filmed by Alexis Marcoux
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Open the video on InstagramKey takeaways
- Magellan has three phases; the developer’s sold-out notice does not rule out resales.
- Amenities and sharing between phases must be checked against the unit’s rights.
- A completed condo lets you examine the real space, fees and management history before deciding.
Three phases: identify the building before comparing
The developer describes Magellan as three phases of condominiums and penthouses. Its website states that developer inventory is sold out; that does not describe current resale availability. When comparing listings, first identify the address, phase and rights attached to each unit.
- Shared amenities : confirm which facilities the unit can access and how their costs are allocated.
- REM : check the indoor route and access rights from the selected phase to Du Quartier station.
- Comparables : prioritize sales in the same phase, then account for floor, view, size and parking.
Devimco and TLA: architecture across three phases
Magellan is a Devimco Immobilier development. TLA Architectes includes phases 1, 2 and 3 in its portfolio. The ensemble has a contemporary expression, with towers, balconies and extensive glazing; layouts and outlooks vary by phase.
Beyond the building’s appearance, check balcony depth, facing neighbours and light in the rooms you use most. A shared terrace view is not necessarily the outlook from the condo you are considering.
Phase figures: launch information for context
Devimco’s communications help distinguish the phases. The figures below come from 2017 and 2018 announcements; they are neither current inventory nor a definitive cadastral count.
| Phase | Announced units | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Magellan 1 | 136 units | November 2017 announcement |
| Magellan 2 | Over 200 units | 15 storeys announced in November 2017 |
| Magellan 3 | Over 200 units | 23 storeys announced in August 2018 |
For a purchase, identify the address, fraction and syndicate associated with the selected condo.
Pools, fitness and gathering spaces
The developer’s descriptions show amenities evolving across phases. Initial announcements mention a gym, rooftop pool, terrace and lounge. The Magellan 3 presentation adds an indoor pool, spa area and panoramic terrace.
Devimco also announced access for Magellan 3 residents to phases 1 and 2 common areas. For a resale, verify current rights and rules with the syndicate rather than relying solely on launch material.
- Pools and spa : which facilities are open, and when?
- Gym and lounge : what hours, booking arrangements and guest rules apply?
- Shared expenses : how are costs shared between phases?
Magellan and the REM: check the indoor route
Devimco described an indoor tunnel connection to Du Quartier station in its Magellan communications. Examine the route from your phase and entrance, including the access actually permitted.
During a visit, locate elevators, level changes and exits toward shops. This actual route is more useful than a map distance when assessing daily travel.
Buying a completed condo: viewing and occupancy
At Magellan, a purchase search now focuses on resale units. You can examine the completed layout, finishes, light and maintenance. Occupancy is negotiated according to the seller’s circumstances; a completed building does not guarantee an immediately available unit.
Customization then involves work after purchase rather than off-plan choices. Before budgeting renovations, check required approvals, syndicate rules and building constraints. Compare the total cost with units already fitted to your preferences.
Understand the specific unit
Magellan includes different formats, from studios to multi-bedroom units and penthouses. Floor, orientation, view, area, balcony, parking and storage can create meaningful differences within the same development.
Renovations and interior condition should be assessed separately from the building's common characteristics. An updated unit does not automatically justify any price premium.
Read the condominium history
Minutes, financial statements, insurance, completed work and reserve-fund recommendations help explain how the building has been managed since delivery.
Special assessments, claims or planned work do not automatically make a condominium problematic; they should be understood in context and compared with available resources.
Positioning a resale
A Magellan resale should begin with recent transactions in the same project, then expand to comparable units in Nobel, Oria or other REM-area condominiums. Construction date and amenity differences should be adjusted.
Marketing should highlight the unit and Solar lifestyle without promising returns or future appreciation that cannot be guaranteed.
Compare two Magellan units
Start by identifying the building and fraction involved. A shared complex name does not mean every home has the same rights, fees or features. Request records specific to each unit.
| Criterion | Question |
|---|---|
| Layout | Are areas measured on the same basis? |
| Orientation | What differences in light and facing neighbours are visible? |
| Accessory rights | Are parking and storage comparable? |
| Fees | What do they cover and which work is documented? |
| Condition | Which improvements are verifiable and what costs remain? |
Before deciding: on-site checks
Walk the route from the unit to the garage, shared areas and Du Quartier station. Check access rules and ask how deliveries, visitors and moves are handled. These factors affect daily life as much as finishes.
Prepare a Magellan resale
Gather information before choosing a price: comparable sales, current competition, syndicate documents and rights attached to the unit. Present documented features without automatically assigning a premium to every renovation.
Compare with other Solar projects
Compare specific units: total budget, layout, orientation, amenities and occupancy date. Palma under construction, Oria and Solar resales suit different timelines.
Sources and useful links
- City of Brossard — Solar Uniquartier
- Solar Uniquartier — Condominiums for sale
- Solar Uniquartier — Apartments for rent
- Magellan — Official three-phase overview
- TLA Architectes — Magellan phases 1, 2 and 3
- Devimco — Phases 1 and 2 announcement (2017)
- Devimco — Magellan 3 presentation (2018)
- Devimco — Initial Magellan amenity announcement