About this Location

Facility Overview

Lot 28 - Cordell Avenue Lot is an open-air public surface parking facility operated by the Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) in the bustling Woodmont Triangle district of Bethesda, Maryland. Situated at 4854 Cordell Avenue, this surface lot provides straightforward, ground-level parking right in the middle of one of Montgomery County’s most vibrant commercial and dining districts. Because it is completely open-air without an overhead deck or garage roof, Lot 28 provides unobstructed vertical clearance. This makes it an exceptional parking option for taller passenger vehicles, full-size pickup trucks, oversized SUVs, conversion vans, and vehicles equipped with high roof racks or cargo carriers that typically exceed standard parking garage height restrictions.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Positioned directly on Cordell Avenue, Lot 28 places visitors within footsteps of Bethesda’s premier dining, entertainment, and commercial venues. Woodmont Triangle is celebrated for its eclectic mix of independent bistros, global eateries, casual pubs, and specialty boutiques, nearly all located within a 1- to 5-minute walk. Key nearby points of interest include:

Woodmont Triangle Dining & Nightlife: Direct pedestrian access to dozens of restaurants, cafes, and taverns lining Cordell, Norfolk, Del Ray, and St. Elmo Avenues.
Imagination Stage: A premier regional theater offering professional performances and educational programs for young audiences, situated just an 8-minute walk away (0.4 miles).
Bethesda Row: The pedestrian-oriented shopping and fine-dining hub featuring designer retail, Apple Store, and cinema options, roughly a 12-minute walk south (0.6 miles).
Round House Theatre: Acclaimed regional theater located just off East-West Highway, approximately a 12-minute walk away.
National Institutes of Health (NIH) & Walter Reed National Military Medical Center: Located just north along Rockville Pike (MD-355), accessible in under 5 minutes by car or a short bus ride.
Battery Lane Urban Park: A peaceful green space with walking paths and tennis courts situated just two blocks northwest.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Accessing Lot 28 is seamless from major Bethesda arterial roads. Drivers arriving via Rockville Pike (MD-355), Wisconsin Avenue, or Old Georgetown Road (MD-187) can easily turn into Woodmont Avenue or Norfolk Avenue to reach Cordell Avenue. Ingress and egress are clearly marked, and because the lot features direct street-level driveway access, exiting after busy dinner rushes avoids the multi-floor bottlenecking often experienced in covered parking decks.

For transit commuters and travelers connecting to the wider Capital Region, Lot 28 is situated within an 8- to 10-minute walk (0.4 miles) of the Bethesda Metro Station (Washington Metro Red Line and regional bus bay), providing direct links to downtown Washington, D.C., Silver Spring, and Rockville. Additionally, the complimentary Bethesda Circulator trolley stops nearby throughout Woodmont Triangle, offering free, frequent transportation throughout downtown Bethesda. Multiple Montgomery County Ride On bus routes also service adjacent corridors.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Parking: Ample headroom clearance accommodating tall vehicles, high-top vans, and roof racks without clearance concerns.
Mobile App Payment Integration: Pay quickly and extend parking sessions remotely using ParkMobile with posted zone numbers.
Pay-by-Plate Pay Stations: Modern multi-space on-site kiosks accepting major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express).
Designated ADA Accessible Spaces: Clearly marked accessible parking spaces situated close to the sidewalk and curb ramps.
Pedestrian Connectivity: Level, well-lit sidewalks leading directly into the Woodmont Triangle culinary corridor.
Municipal Lighting: Equipped with overhead lighting for visibility and safety during evening and night hours.

Ideal For

Diners & Nightlife Enthusiasts: Visitors enjoying happy hours, dinner reservations, or casual evenings at Woodmont Triangle restaurants.
High-Clearance Vehicles: Drivers with pickup trucks, work vans, rooftop luggage boxes, or bicycle racks seeking hassle-free open-air parking.
Shoppers & Local Service Visitors: Customers visiting neighborhood salons, medical offices, boutiques, and fitness studios.
Event Attendees: Theatergoers attending shows at Imagination Stage or seasonal street festivals such as the Taste of Bethesda.

Visitor & Driver Tips

MCDOT actively enforces parking regulations in the Bethesda Parking Lot District, typically Monday through Saturday from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM (rates and enforcement hours are subject to county regulation; Sundays are typically free). Drivers are strongly encouraged to pay via the ParkMobile app to enable instant expiration reminders and prevent ticketing. During weekend peak dinner hours (Friday and Saturday from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM), spaces can fill up rapidly; arriving slightly ahead of dinner reservations ensures an easy spot. If Lot 28 happens to be full, nearby alternative county facilities such as Garage 49 (Metropolitan Garage) and Lot 43 are just blocks away.