Founded in 1933, The Bernstein Companies is a privately-owned real estate firm based in Washington, D.C.  The company owns, manages, develops, and invests in a variety of commercial and residential properties, with a focus on office buildings and hotels.  These investments are made privately and through a series of equity funds known as Consortium Capital.  Concentrating on the greater Washington, D.C., metro area, including Annapolis, Maryland, The Bernstein Companies also has extensive holdings throughout the mid-Atlantic region.

The firm’s institutional structure and family-oriented culture give it numerous qualities that differentiate it from other major industry players.  As a large, sophisticated firm with an impressive depth of resources, the company has successfully completed transactions totaling more than $1 billion.  As a family-led enterprise, The Bernstein Companies is a relationship-based firm with an enduring reputation for integrity, trust, vision, and commitment to the local marketplace.  We are proud to own and manage our portfolio, which allows us to stay close to our assets, preserve our entrepreneurial roots, and maintain critical flexibility.