Southeast

Southeast is a quadrant of the city located south of East Capitol Street and east of South Capitol Street, featuring a mix of residential blocks and commercial corridors. The area includes parks, schools, and local businesses that serve the neighborhoods within its boundaries.

The area was fortified during the Civil War between 1861 and 1865 with multiple defensive structures built to shield the city from Confederate forces. These fortifications remain visible features that shaped the landscape and continue to mark important locations.

Eastern Market serves as a gathering place where locals and visitors browse fresh goods, handmade crafts, and regional foods from neighborhood vendors. The market reflects the craft traditions and diversity of the people who live and work in the area.

The Blue, Orange, Green, and Silver Lines of the Washington Metro serve multiple stations throughout the quadrant, making it easy to navigate by public transit. Neighborhoods have varying walkability depending on the density of the local street grid.

The Anacostia River runs through the quadrant, separating a western section that includes the Navy Yard from an eastern section with Fort Dupont Park. This division created two neighborhoods with distinct characters and development patterns.

Location: Washington, D.C.

Shares border with: Northwest, Northeast, Southwest, Prince George's County

GPS coordinates: 38.86361,-76.97444

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:07