Facility Overview

The Rhode Island Ave-Brentwood parking facility is an expansive, modern parking garage strategically positioned at 2300 Washington Pl NE within the vibrant Rhode Island Row transit-oriented community in Northeast Washington, DC. Situated right alongside the Rhode Island Ave-Brentwood Metrorail station, this facility offers multi-level covered parking designed to accommodate daily commuters, neighborhood residents, and visitors heading into Downtown DC or Maryland. The garage features well-lit driving aisles, designated parking bays, and clear directional signage across all tiers. Because it is a structured multi-deck garage, standard passenger sedans, crossovers, and compact-to-midsize SUVs navigate the facility with ease. Drivers of full-size pickup trucks, conversion vans, or commercial high-roof utility vehicles should remain mindful of posted clearance restrictions (standard clearance 7 feet 0 inches) and note that oversized commercial vehicles, trailers, and dually trucks cannot be accommodated within the covered structure.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Located in the heart of the Brentwood and Brookland peripheral corridor, this garage serves as an optimal jumping-off point for both neighborhood exploration and regional transit. Directly at your doorstep is the Rhode Island Row retail corridor, hosting an array of fast-casual restaurants, coffee spots, and everyday neighborhood services. The nearby Catholic University of America (CUA) and the historic Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception are located less than 1.5 miles north (a 5-minute Metro or rideshare trip). Creative cultural hubs such as the Monroe Street Market Arts Walk, the Edgewood neighborhood, and the Metropolitan Branch Trail (MBT)—a popular walking and cycling thoroughfare linking Silver Spring to Union Station—are immediately accessible. Because the Red Line train stops directly next to the deck, world-class destinations such as Union Station (6 minutes rail time), Chinatown and Capital One Arena (10 minutes rail time), and the National Mall are just a quick, direct ride away.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Drivers can access the parking entrance directly from Washington Place NE, easily reached via Rhode Island Avenue NE (Route 1) and Brentwood Road NE. The arterial Rhode Island Avenue corridor offers swift access west toward Downtown Washington and east toward Route 50, the Baltimore-Washington Parkway, and the Capital Beltway (I-495). Ingress and egress are streamlined via automated barrier gates. Unmatched transit connectivity is the primary highlight: the Rhode Island Ave-Brentwood WMATA Metrorail station (Red Line) is merely steps away across the pedestrian plaza, complemented by multiple Metrobus routes (including the D8, G8, P6, R4, and T18 lines) operating at the adjoining bus transit center.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

• Convenient multi-level covered garage protecting vehicles from weather elements year-round.
• Immediate, direct pedestrian connection to the Rhode Island Ave-Brentwood Red Line Metro Station.
• Dedicated accessible (ADA) parking spaces situated conveniently near elevator cores and pedestrian walkways.
• Bright, energy-efficient interior LED lighting paired with 24/7 security surveillance and WMATA Transit Police patrols in the station zone.
• Contactless and digital payment options supported via ParkMobile, SmartTrip readers, and automated pay-on-foot kiosks.
• Direct connectivity to the Metropolitan Branch Trail (MBT) for seamless multi-modal commuting.

Ideal For

• Daily rail commuters seeking convenient Park & Ride facilities to reach Downtown DC, Capitol Hill, or Bethesda without dealing with urban traffic.
• Sports fans and concertgoers heading to events at Capital One Arena, Nationals Park, or Audi Field via seamless Red Line connections.
• Visitors to Catholic University of America, Trinity Washington University, and Providence Health System facilities.
• Neighborhood diners and retail patrons visiting Rhode Island Row shops, eateries, and services.
• Recreational cyclists and joggers accessing the scenic Metropolitan Branch Trail.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Weekday mornings between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM experience peak commuter arrivals, so arriving earlier in the morning guarantees a wider selection of parking spots on lower tiers. If you are using Metrorail, remember that WMATA parking regulations and discounts apply when paying with a registered SmarTrip card or designated mobile app upon exit. Keep your parking ticket or mobile app confirmation handy. When exiting during evening rush hour (4:30 PM to 6:30 PM), traffic on westbound Rhode Island Avenue can back up; plan for slight signal delays when merging onto the main thoroughfare.