Facility Overview

Situated directly across from Franklin Square in the heart of Downtown Washington, DC, the One Parking garage at 1300 I St NW (also known as Franklin Court) provides premier, secure underground parking. This multi-level subterranean facility is designed to serve commercial office tenants, government contractors, tourists, and eventgoers navigating the bustling K Street and Downtown business corridors. The garage features well-lit driving aisles, painted stalls, and smooth subterranean ramps. The standard vertical clearance for the garage is approximately 6 feet 6 inches (6\'6\"), making it well suited for standard passenger sedans, crossovers, and compact to mid-size SUVs. However, drivers of oversized lifted trucks, full-size cargo vans, or vehicles equipped with high-profile roof racks should verify clearance requirements before entry, as high-roof commercial vehicles exceed the height limit.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

The facility’s strategic address places motorists steps away from some of the capital’s most prestigious business, cultural, and political landmarks:

• Franklin Square: Located directly across the street, offering green space, shaded seating, and lunchtime food vendor activations.
• McPherson Square & K Street Corridor: Just 1 to 2 blocks away (a 2–3 minute walk), placing you in DC’s primary legal, lobbying, and financial hub.
• The White House & Lafayette Square: Approximately 4 to 5 blocks south (an easy 8–10 minute walk), ideal for government visits, business meetings, and tourist sightseeing.
• CityCenterDC: Roughly a 7-minute walk east, providing luxury retail shopping, high-end dining, and pedestrian-friendly plazas.
• Walter E. Washington Convention Center: Situated less than 15 minutes away on foot (approx. 0.7 miles), making this facility an excellent overflow parking option during major expos and conventions.
• National Mall & Smithsonian Museums: Around a 15–20 minute stroll south, offering direct access to the nation\'s premier historic and cultural treasures.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

The garage entrance is conveniently accessible from I Street NW, a major east-west artery through downtown DC, nestled between 13th Street NW and 14th Street NW. Motorists approaching via I-395 or the 14th Street Bridge can head north along 14th Street NW and make a brief turn onto I Street NW to access the subterranean entrance. For multi-modal commuters, the garage boasts world-class public transit integration: the McPherson Square Metro Station (serving the Blue, Orange, and Silver Lines) is just one block away, while the Metro Center Station (offering connections to the Red Line alongside the Blue, Orange, and Silver Lines) is within a 5-minute walk. Numerous Metrobus lines also stop directly along I Street and nearby 14th Street.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

• Underground & Covered: Complete protection from inclement weather, snow, rain, and summer heat.
• ADA Accessible: Designated accessible parking spaces located near the elevator cores.
• Automated & Mobile Payments: Supports frictionless entry and exit using modern pay stations, credit cards, and major parking reservation apps such as SpotHero and ParkMobile.
• Security & Safety: Professional garage lighting, visible surveillance cameras, and regular security patrols.
• Direct Building Access: Convenient elevator lobbies connecting the garage directly to upper-level corporate suites and street-level exits.

Ideal For

• Downtown Commuters: Professionals working along K Street, I Street, Franklin Square, and McPherson Square.
• Government & Legal Visitors: Anyone attending meetings at nearby federal agencies, law firms, and lobbying offices near the White House.
• Tourists & Sightseers: Visitors exploring Lafayette Park, the White House visitor perimeter, and downtown monuments.
• Diners & Shoppers: Patrons visiting high-end restaurants in the Franklin Square district and luxury boutiques at CityCenterDC.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Traffic along 13th, 14th, and I Streets can become congested during morning (7:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:30 PM–6:30 PM) rush hours, so plan your arrival accordingly. Utilizing digital reservation services like SpotHero or ParkMobile in advance guarantees your space and often unlocks discounted daily and early-bird rates. Always observe the posted 6\'6\" clearance bar at the garage portal, and note your parking level and stall number before taking the elevator to the surface.