Lorton - Before and On the Way To After

In all my 30+ years driving around Northern Virginia as a real estate broker I have taken my camera (even before digital) and recorded those scenes I thought would be of some later use.

Last year I snapped the picture above of an old Lorton property located at the corner of Old Colchester and Gunston Roads. At one time it was probably a gas station, neighborhood store or a combination of both. Over the years it has even been occupied as a residence. I recall seeing Big Wheels parked under the covered entry before it was fenced over and boarded up. Obviously, I've always wondered what would be built on that busy corner.

Last week as I was in Lorton on business I passed the old building, came to a halt and snapped the picture on the left. It is obvious they removed the covered entry and the old rear addition. I doubt seriously if it will be a residence since the corner would achieve its' highest and best use as commercial property. Since no workmen were there I was unable to inquire as to what the end product will be. You can bet the family farm I will be keeping my eye on it.

The property is at the gateway to MASON NECK and I am confident all the folks that travel those roads will be keeping their eye on it, too.

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