Facility Overview
Colonial Parking operates Lot 846, an underground covered parking facility beneath the commercial mid-rise at 1015 Half St SE in the heart of Washington, D.C.'s bustling Navy Yard and Capitol Riverfront district. Accessible via a dedicated entrance at 15 K St SE, this clean and well-illuminated garage offers secure, sheltered parking shielded from weather extremes. Unlike many underground garages across the District with restrictive ceiling clearances, this facility boasts an impressive 8-foot-2-inch (8' 2") vertical clearance. This generous headroom accommodates standard sedans, compact crossovers, large SUVs, and full-size pickup trucks with ease, making it a favorite for drivers with taller vehicles (though oversized commercial box trucks and vehicles with tall roof cargo carriers should always verify clearance at the portal).
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
Situated mere steps from premier sports, dining, and government hubs, the garage provides exceptional accessibility to the Capitol Riverfront's best destinations:
- Nationals Park: Located just 0.2 miles south down Half Street SE—an easy, flat 4 to 5-minute walk directly to Center Field Gate.
- Audi Field: Home of D.C. United and the Washington Spirit, approximately 0.8 miles away (a pleasant 15 to 18-minute walk southwest).
- Canal Park: A quick 2-block stroll (0.2 miles) featuring community greenspace, seasonal ice skating, and water fountains.
- The Yards Park & Anacostia Riverwalk: Around 0.4 miles away (an 8-minute walk) to riverfront promenades, boardwalks, and green space.
- Neighborhood Dining & Entertainment: Steps from popular gathering spots including The Bullpen, Bluejacket Brewery, Mission Navy Yard, Bonchon (located right at the building base), and the M Street dining corridor.
- Government & Corporate Offices: On-site and adjacent to major administrative hubs including the D.C. Department of Human Resources (DCHR), the District Emergency Operations Center, and federal agencies.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
The garage entrance is conveniently located on the south side of K Street SE between Half Street SE and South Capitol Street SE, marked by prominent green and white '1015 Half Street Park' signage. Positioned just north of M Street SE, drivers benefit from simpler ingress and egress compared to lots situated directly adjacent to Nationals Park, allowing you to bypass dense pedestrian closures on game days. Motorists have swift connectivity to the I-695 (Southeast Boulevard) freeway ramps, Interstate 395, and the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge via South Capitol Street. For commuters combining personal vehicles with mass transit, the Navy Yard-Ballpark Metro Station (Green Line) entrance is only one block south at Half and M Streets SE, offering rapid service across the metropolitan area.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Fully covered multi-level underground parking structure protecting vehicles from weather elements.
- Generous 8' 2" height clearance accommodating full-size passenger pickups and tall SUVs.
- On-site parking attendants and garage management staff during peak and event operating windows.
- Convenient mobile parking reservations supported via SpotHero, ParkMobile, and ColonialFlex programs.
- Designated accessible ADA parking stalls situated close to garage elevator lobbies.
- Pedestrian elevator and stairwell access connecting directly to street level.
- Well-maintained pavement, bright LED lighting, and security monitoring.
Ideal For
- Baseball & Soccer Fans: Game-day parkers attending Washington Nationals games or Audi Field events wanting a hassle-free walking route and quick post-game freeway access.
- Daily Commuters: Professionals working in the 1015 Half Street building or nearby Navy Yard corporate and federal offices.
- Waterfront & Evening Visitors: Guests visiting Yards Park, local breweries, and vibrant dining along the Capitol Riverfront.
- Concertgoers: Event attendees at Nationals Park, Audi Field, or neighborhood music venues.
Visitor & Driver Tips
Enter the location via 15 K St SE rather than Half Street SE, as Half Street immediately south of M Street is often closed to vehicular traffic on Nationals game days. When using digital pre-booking platforms such as SpotHero or ParkMobile, keep your mobile pass or printed reservation ready to display to the on-site attendant. Although standard hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, the garage specifically extends operations during all evening and weekend events at Nationals Park and Audi Field, keeping doors open and parking valid until one hour after the event concludes. During peak stadium sellouts, the garage may operate in an attendant-assisted or valet stack configuration; expect to hand your keys to staff if instructed, and allow a few extra minutes upon departure.