SE is the southeastern quadrant of Washington, D.C., located south of East Capitol Street and east of South Capitol Street. It has a rich cultural history.

Neighborhoods in Southeast DC

  • Parts of Capitol Hill
  • Anacostia
  • Navy Yard

Things To See in Southeast DC

  • Anacostia River Waterfront
  • The long-running open-air Eastern Market
  • The remains of several Civil War-era forts
  • Historic St. Elizabeth's Hospital
  • RFK Stadium
  • Nationals Park
  • Congressional Cemetery

Cultural events/activities include the annual Martin Luther King Birthday parade, the free weekly summer jazz concerts in Fort Dupont Park, the Fort Dupont year ice-rink, the Anacostia Museum of the Smithsonian Institution, and the tennis and learning center for youth on Mississippi Avenue. Southeast Washington is accessible via the Blue, Orange and Green Lines of the Washington Metro.

Land and Housing values for Southeast DC continues to rise as redevelopment plans continue for the area. In up and coming areas such as Eastern Market, young professionals have created a high demand for restaurants and bars. Northeast DC is also home to the Nationals Park, the new home of Major League Baseball's Washington Nationals. The park opened in March 2008.


Redevelopment of Southeast DC

We have compiled the following links with very detailed and excellent information on the redevelopment of our local neighborhoods in Southeast DC. Let us know if you have any other questions, we'd love to hear from you!