Facility Overview
The DCHFA Garage is a modern, covered parking structure located at 828 V St NW in the vibrant Shaw and U Street Corridor neighborhood of Northwest Washington, DC. Built beneath the District of Columbia Housing Finance Agency headquarters, this subterranean facility offers secure, weather-protected parking within one of the District\'s most bustling nightlife, dining, and cultural districts. The garage is well-lit, fully paved, and features clearly striped standard stalls alongside designated accessible bays. Clearance is standardized for passenger vehicles (approximately 6\'6\"), making it well suited for sedans, station wagons, crossovers, and standard-sized SUVs. High-roof commercial vans, lifted trucks, or vehicles with elevated roof racks should verify clearance heights before entering.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
Situated in the historic heart of DC\'s music and entertainment district, the DCHFA Garage offers unbeatable proximity to top regional music venues and historic landmarks:
- 9:30 Club: Located less than a block away at 815 V St NW, this garage is one of the closest and most convenient parking options for concertgoers (1–2 minute walk).
- The Atlantis: Directly adjacent to the 9:30 Club on 9th Street, concert attendees can reach the venue in under two minutes on foot.
- Howard Theatre: Historic performance hall located at 620 T St NW, easily reachable within a 6 to 8-minute walk.
- Howard University & Howard University Hospital: Situated just north across Florida Avenue and Georgia Avenue NW (3–5 minute walk).
- U Street Corridor: Famous for legendary nightlife, cocktail bars, live jazz venues, and iconic dining like Ben\'s Chili Bowl (3–5 minute walk).
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
The facility entrance is situated on V Street NW between 8th Street NW and 9th Street NW, just off the Florida Avenue corridor. Incoming traffic from Georgia Avenue NW or 7th Street NW can easily navigate V Street NW to access the vehicle ramp. While street congestion can surge before and after major concerts at the 9:30 Club and The Atlantis, the garage’s layout allows for relatively swift outbound flow toward Florida Avenue or 9th Street NW. For public transit travelers, the U Street/African-Amer Civil War Memorial/Cardozo Metro Station (Green Line) is approximately three blocks west, while the Shaw-Howard Univ Metro Station is accessible a few blocks south.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Covered, multi-level subterranean parking protecting vehicles from rain, snow, and heat.
- Dedicated ADA-accessible parking spaces situated near elevator cores.
- CCTV surveillance coverage, bright interior LED lighting, and gated security access.
- Mobile reservation and contactless payment capabilities supported through popular apps like SpotHero and ParkMobile.
- Pedestrian elevator and stair access leading directly to street level on V Street NW.
Ideal For
- Live Music & Eventgoers: The premier parking destination for sellout concerts at the 9:30 Club, The Atlantis, and Howard Theatre.
- Howard University Visitors: Convenient short-term parking for university guests, faculty, and hospital visitors.
- Evening Diners & Nightlife Enthusiasts: Stress-free parking for patrons frequenting the bars and restaurants lining 9th Street, Florida Avenue, and U Street NW.
- Neighborhood Commuters: Safe daily and monthly parking for professionals working in the Shaw and Pleasant Plains areas.
Visitor & Driver Tips
Because the garage sits mere steps from two of the nation\'s busiest music clubs, spaces can fill up rapidly on concert nights. Drivers are strongly encouraged to reserve parking in advance through online parking platforms to secure a spot and avoid event-rate surges. When attending weekend shows, plan to arrive at least 30 to 45 minutes prior to door times to avoid traffic bottlenecks along V Street NW and Florida Avenue.
