United States Postal Service

1.5
148 reviews
Person picking up a package from USPS smart lockers

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Visit your local Post Office™ at 400 Southern Ave SE to find everything you need to send mail and ship packages. Explore our other products and services like money orders, Post Office™ boxes, passports, gift cards, and more

Location

United States Postal Service
400 Southern Ave SE, Washington, DC
20032, United States

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Reviews

1.5
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What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Customer Service

Customers frequently reported unprofessional and rude behavior from staff, with many expressing frustration over the lack of assistance and accountability.

Delivery Issues

Numerous complaints about lost packages, misdeliveries, and failure to follow delivery instructions were noted, leading to significant dissatisfaction.

Long Wait Times

Many reviews highlighted excessively long wait times due to understaffing, with customers often waiting over 30 minutes to receive service.

Facility Conditions

The post office was described as dirty and in need of renovation, contributing to a negative overall experience for customers.
  • CC
    czakura council
    Dec 15, 2025
    1.0
    Left my package in a mailbox that does not close, Also sent an email claiming it was left on front door porch. LEAVE PACKAGE IN YARD OR TAKE IT BACK. We were looking around the yard for 30 minutes in 30 degree weather because it said it was delivered to front door/porch.
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    bria bailey
    May 26, 2023
    1.0
    This is the worst location ever. The line always looks like this. There is only person in the front all the time. They have no consideration for their customers. Honestly I hate coming here. I come in emergencies because it’s the only one in the area. And after reading the reviews whoever owns this location doesn’t care. These reviews clearly don’t matter. Update: 01/03/2024 nothing has changed. The second picture is from today
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    William Craig III
    Sep 10, 2019
    1.0
    Arrived at 4:30 PM 16 people in line, one person working the window...slowly!
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    L Bell
    Feb 22, 2019
    1.0
    This post office is the worst 400 Southern Ave S E.!! calling is a problem to never and answer never!! Then the 1800 # you have to wait 40 MIN or more for customer service SAAAD!!
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    Jaynise Coleman
    Apr 4, 2018
    1.0
    I called this branch from the time they opened til the time they closed. No one answer! I was placed on hold for 2 hours ! It would have been longer but I hung up ! I still have no idea where my package is ! I never recirved it and it said it was delivered to my door by them ! NO PACKAGE !

Frequently Asked Questions About United States Postal Service

Can I get a passport application at this Post Office?

Yes, Thousands of Post Offices™ accept first-time passport applications for the U.S. Department of State. Most of those locations can also take your passport photo. Please complete and print your passport application form before you apply.

Is an appointment needed for passport services?

Most Post Offices that offer passport services have set hours, and you'll need to schedule an appointment using our online scheduler. We also offer limited Passport walk-in hours at select locations.