The Bernstein Companies

The Bernstein Companies is a U.S. real estate investment, development, and asset management firm with a long legacy dating back to 1933, making it one of the oldest active full-service real estate organizations in the Mid-Atlantic region. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., the firm undertakes commercial, multifamily, office, hotel, and structured finance projects, combining in-house investment, ownership, property management, and structured finance capabilities to execute complex real estate strategies and long-term value creation.

The firm’s portfolio encompasses adaptive reuse, new construction, and redevelopment projects across the United States, with notable developments including Marriott International’s global headquarters and flagship hotel, multifamily communities in Washington, D.C. and Midwest markets, and conversion of historic office properties to residential use. Through its Structured Finance division, The Bernstein Companies is a pioneer in tax credit syndication and incentive-based financing, having closed billions in transactions utilizing Historic, New Markets, renewable energy, and other tax credits to fund community and economic development.

In addition to direct real estate investments, the company integrates asset and property management with development execution and investment oversight, maintaining a vertically integrated platform that serves institutional partners, REITs, and private investors. While specific performance data (e.g., consolidated IRRs or equity multiples) are published only in confidential offering materials, The Bernstein Companies’ multi-decade track record, extensive development footprint, and structured finance experience underscore its depth and leadership in diversified real estate investment.