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Live in History

Set in the footprint of the historic Lorton Reformatory, Liberty Crest is the result of a meticulous rehabilitation and offers one- and two-bedroom apartment homes.

Each apartment at Liberty Crest is rich with historic elements, high-quality finishes, and modern conveniences – an irresistible mix of new and old.

Located in the heart of Liberty – a new urban village in Lorton, Virginia, just 25 miles from DC, this modern and vibrant community hub attracts residents and visitors to live, work, shop, and thrive.

 

Lorton, Virginia

(703) 982-8090

historic power plant apartments coming fall 2025

About Liberty

Located outside the District of Columbia in Lorton, Virginia, the historic Lorton Reformatory has undergone extensive rehabilitation. Now known as Liberty, this community hub offers a variety of residences, a cohesive mix of shops and restaurants, as well as ample community amenities and green space.

Nestled within this new vibrant hub is Liberty Crest and Power Plant Apartments, one-of-a-kind apartment communities offering an irresistible mix of new and old. Deeply rooted in history, but looking towards the future, this creative community hub inspires residents and visitors to gather together and thrive.

 

“I love it. The architecture here, every bit of it tells a story – every inch, every crack.”

Diamon Pearson, Liberty Crest Resident

In a 2025 interview with the New York Times (article here)

Liberty Crest Apartments

Liberty Crest offers a variety of apartment styles catering to a range of income levels. Each apartment at Liberty Crest is rich with historic elements, high-quality finishes, and modern conveniences.

Power Plant Apartments: Coming Fall 2025

Power Plant offers only 10 unique apartments in the former powerhouse of the Lorton Reformatory. With expansive windows and soaring ceilings, these exclusive homes are under construction and will be ready in Fall 2025.

Swimming Pool

Lanes for recreational swimming and water features for little swimmers

Pet Friendly

Your pets are welcome here, with no breed or weight restrictions

Gym + Studio

Well-equipped fitness center and yoga studio under a soaring, open-truss ceiling

Liberty Green

3+ acres of green space for community-driven events such as movie nights

Liberty Market

Enjoy shops, dining, and grocery options next door at Liberty Market

Trail Access

The Gerry Connolly Cross County Trail passes through the community

Club Room

Enjoy a spacious and comfortably-furnished gathering space

Historic Charm

Discover the irresistible mix of historic charm and modern conveniences

Our Story

Originally commissioned by Theodore Roosevelt in the early 20th century, the Lorton Reformatory defied prison norms from the very beginning.

Natural light, fresh air, and open green space were all items that Roosevelt felt were important in rehabilitation, leading to the dormitory-style buildings being constructed in a manner akin to a college campus versus traditional cellblocks.

This was one of the many factors that made the historic Lorton Reformatory an appealing candidate for adaptive reuse.

1910

Lorton Reformatory was created

2001

Reformatory operations ceased

2017

First phase is done, Liberty is born

Where new meets old

Live in History