About this Location

Facility Overview

The Vermeer Garage, operated by Atlantic Parking (Atlantic Services Group), is an underground, modern subterranean parking facility situated beneath The Vermeer luxury residential development at 113 Potomac Ave SW (at the intersection of 1st Street SW and Potomac Avenue SW) in Washington, DC's vibrant Buzzard Point / Southwest Waterfront district. Delivering a clean, well-engineered parking layout with over 260 stalls, this covered facility protects vehicles from the elements while providing a reliable staging ground for both residents and visitors. The garage features an expansive maximum vertical clearance of 8 feet 2 inches (8'2"), making it remarkably spacious for an urban subterranean garage. It comfortably accommodates compact sedans, midsize crossovers, full-size SUVs (such as Cadillac Escalades, Chevy Suburbans, and Ford Expeditions), and standard crew-cab pickup trucks. While standard passenger vehicles navigate the drive aisles with ease, ultra-tall commercial delivery vans and customized lifted trucks with roof equipment exceeding 8'2" cannot enter.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Situated in the rapidly expanding Buzzard Point sports and entertainment corridor, the Vermeer Garage offers unmatched proximity to DC’s premier sports venues and riverfront activities:

Audi Field: Located just one block away (less than a 2-minute walk, approximately 0.1 miles), making this one of the absolute closest and most convenient parking facilities for D.C. United (MLS) and Washington Spirit (NWSL) matches, professional rugby fixtures, and major stadium concerts.
Nationals Park: Home of Major League Baseball’s Washington Nationals, positioned a straightforward 8- to 10-minute walk (approx. 0.4 miles) east along Potomac Avenue SW.
Buzzard Point & Anacostia Riverfront: Immediate walking access to scenic strolls along the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail, neighborhood pocket parks, and emerging waterfront dining concepts throughout Buzzard Point and The Stacks.
The Yards & Navy Yard Dining Hub: Located within a 12- to 15-minute walk, offering celebrated local eateries, craft breweries, and waterfront patios such as The Salt Line, Bluejacket, and District Winery.
Fort Lesley J. McNair: Bordering the western edge of Buzzard Point, easily accessible for civilian and defense visitors.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Ingress and egress are positioned directly off Potomac Avenue SW near 1st Street SW. Approaching drivers can access the garage seamlessly via South Capitol Street SW, M Street SW, or 2nd Street SW. For regional commuters, the garage boasts swift access to major highway corridors: the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge links quickly to I-295 and Suitland Parkway, while the Southeast Freeway (I-695) provides rapid connectivity to I-395, Downtown Washington, and Northern Virginia.

For mixed-mode travelers, the Navy Yard–Ballpark Metro Station (serving the Green Line) is located roughly 10 to 12 minutes away on foot. Multiple Metrobus routes (including Route 74) run through Southwest DC, connecting visitors to the National Mall, L'Enfant Plaza, and the Southwest Waterfront.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Fully Covered Underground Parking: Weather-protected subterranean garage shielding vehicles from rain, summer heat, and winter snow.
Generous Overhead Clearance: 8'2" height limit accommodates full-size pickup trucks, large SUVs, and standard passenger vans.
Hybrid Operations: Accommodates self-parking alongside attendant-assisted valet operations ("keys held") during high-volume stadium events to maximize efficiency.
Digital Reservations & Contactless Access: Supports mobile parking passes and digital pre-booking via SpotHero, ParkWhiz, and ParkMobile for guaranteed entry.
Modern Lighting & Security: Bright LED fixtures throughout driving lanes, clear wayfinding signage, security monitoring, and controlled access doors.
ADA Accessible Stalls: Designated accessible parking spaces located close to pedestrian elevator cores and street exit paths.
EV Charging Availability: Electric vehicle charging infrastructure located on-site for resident and select visitor parking needs.

Ideal For

Game-Day Sports Enthusiasts: Soccer supporters attending D.C. United and Washington Spirit matches at Audi Field looking for the shortest possible post-game walk.
Baseball Fans: Nationals Park attendees who prefer parking west of the stadium to bypass heavy Navy Yard traffic after the final inning.
Concert & Stadium Event Attendees: Ticket holders heading to live music spectacles, outdoor performances, and festivals along Buzzard Point and the Anacostia River.
Neighborhood Residents & Guests: Overnight visitors, diners, and contractors visiting The Vermeer apartments and surrounding Buzzard Point developments.

Visitor & Driver Tips

On major game days and stadium concert nights at Audi Field, street traffic on 1st Street SW and Potomac Avenue SW swells rapidly; plan to arrive at least 45 to 60 minutes before kickoff or showtime to avoid pre-game street closures. During capacity events, attendants may utilize valet-assist stacking where drivers are required to leave vehicle keys with on-site staff. Reserving your stall in advance through ParkWhiz, SpotHero, or ParkMobile is highly recommended to secure drive-in event pricing and guarantee entry before surrounding lots sell out. When exiting after an Audi Field match, follow traffic control officers toward South Capitol Street for the quickest path toward freeway on-ramps.