# Southwest Waterfront, Washington DC: best fit for…

> Southwest Waterfront is best-fit for defense contractors, federal agencies (hud, faa), professional services.

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**Last updated:** 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
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## TL;DR
- Tier: prime.
- Tenant fit: Defense contractors, federal agencies (HUD, FAA), professional services.
- Average rent $64/sqft/yr.

## Key facts
- **city**: Washington DC
- **submarket**: Southwest Waterfront
- **tier**: prime
- **averageRentLocal**: $64/sqft/yr
- **cityClassARentUsd**: $58/sqft/yr
- **cityVacancyPct**: 19.4%

## FAQ
### Is Southwest Waterfront the right fit for my office?
Defense contractors, federal agencies (HUD, FAA), professional services. If your profile aligns, yes. If your priority is cost over address, consider value-tier submarkets first.

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Citation: Source: Class A Atlas (https://classa.info/cities/washington-dc/southwest-waterfront/topics/best-for), updated 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z.