About this Location

Facility Overview

The parking garage at 840 First St NE is a secure, professionally maintained subterranean parking facility located in the bustling NoMa (North of Massachusetts Avenue) commercial district of Washington, DC. Situated directly within a premier Class-A commercial office complex, this multi-level underground parking structure provides convenient sheltered parking shielded from seasonal Mid-Atlantic weather. The facility features standard designated parking bays with clear striping, smooth drive aisles, and directional signage. Due to its underground structure, there is a standard overhead clearance restriction of approximately 6 feet 6 inches (1.98 m), making it ideal for sedans, station wagons, crossovers, and standard-profile SUVs. High-roof commercial vans, lifted trucks, and vehicles carrying rooftop racks exceed vertical height limits and must seek open surface lots nearby.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Conveniently positioned between the bustling H Street Corridor and the Capitol Hill periphery, this facility serves as an exceptional home base for daily commuters, business travelers, and visitors to the nation\'s capital. Major neighborhood institutions and attractions within direct walking distance include:

Washington Union Station: Just a 6-to-8 minute walk (0.4 miles) south, offering Amtrak connections, regional rail, retail shops, and extensive dining.
Federal Agencies & Corporate Offices: Immediate walking distance to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) headquarters.
NPR Headquarters: Located directly across North Capitol Street, less than a 5-minute walk away.
H Street Corridor: A 5-to-10 minute stroll east to vibrant dining, artisan coffee shops, bars, and the historic Atlas Performing Arts Center.
U.S. Capitol & Senate Office Buildings: Roughly a 15-minute walk south down Delaware Avenue NE.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Access to the parking garage is conveniently located along First Street NE between H Street NE and K Street NE. The entrance ramp offers smooth vehicular ingress with automated barrier arms and ticket/scanner kiosks. Drivers arriving from Interstate 395 can easily reach the facility via the Massachusetts Avenue or D Street exits, while those commuting from Maryland can take New York Avenue NE (US-50) down to North Capitol Street. Public transit connections are outstanding; the garage sits directly between two WMATA Metrorail Red Line stations—Union Station and NoMa-Gallaudet U—both reachable in under 10 minutes on foot. Additionally, the DC Streetcar along H Street NE and multiple Metrobus lines provide seamless east-west transit across the District.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Fully covered subterranean parking protected from rain, snow, and summer heat.
Automated gate access with frictionless mobile reservations (compatible with platforms like SpotHero and ParkMobile).
Clearly marked ADA-accessible parking spaces situated near building elevators and pedestrian exits.
Well-illuminated pedestrian walkways and interior stairwells with active security patrols.
Direct elevator access to the office tower lobby and street-level sidewalks.

Ideal For

Corporate Professionals: Convenient, secure daily parking for those visiting or working in the NoMa business corridor and government agencies.
Amtrak & Regional Commuters: An excellent nearby alternative to Union Station\'s primary parking garage.
Capitol Hill Visitors: Easy walking distance to congressional offices, the Supreme Court, and the Capitol Visitor Center.
H Street Evening Diners: Safe off-street parking before heading to dinner and shows along H Street NE.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Traffic along First Street NE and North Capitol Street intensifies significantly during morning (7:30 AM – 9:30 AM) and evening (4:30 PM – 6:30 PM) peak commute windows, so plan your arrival accordingly. If you are parking during standard business hours, consider booking a reserved spot in advance through online parking apps to lock in early-bird rates and guarantee stall availability. Always double-check vehicle clearance if traveling with rooftop cargo boxes or bike mounts before driving down the access ramp.