Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Real Estate Investment & Development Solutions
Founded in 1991, Berkeley Investments has established itself as a leader in real estate investment and development with three decades of experience. Our expertise spans residential, commercial, and life sciences spaces, driven by a commitment to innovative design and transit-oriented mixed-use properties. We prioritize adaptive reuse projects that preserve historical character while meeting modern needs, adding value through vertical integration from acquisition to construction. Our team combines diverse backgrounds in finance, architecture, and engineering to tackle complex projects and deliver results for partners. With a focus on local neighborhoods and economies, we maintain a strong co-investment history with domestic and international institutions.Our track record across multiple property types and economic cycles demonstrates our ability to anticipate trends and execute with precision. Headquartered in Boston, we serve markets including Watertown, Somerville, and Providence, managing over 17 million square feet of assets. Our in-house construction management ensures quality control, while our property management division provides on-site operational expertise. Recognized for projects like the Chase Mills redevelopment and Millbrook Lofts transformation, we continue to shape vibrant communities. Our leadership team, including President Young K. Park, brings deep market knowledge and a collaborative approach to every venture.
Services
Acquisition
Asset Management
Development
Redevelopment
Property Management
Construction Management
Adaptive Reuse
Ground-up Development
Historic Rehabilitation
Luxury Residential Communities
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have 30 years of experience in Boston's real estate market
- Our team combines expertise in finance, architecture, and engineering
- We specialize in adaptive reuse of historic properties
- We maintain vertical integration from acquisition to construction
- Our leadership includes industry-recognized professionals with MIT and Harvard credentials
Services
Acquisition
We actively identify and acquire office, lab, industrial, and multi-family properties for redevelopment. Our team evaluates market potential and executes strategic purchases. With deep local market knowledge, we target assets that align with emerging trends and investment goals.
Adaptive Reuse
Specializing in transforming historic structures, we preserve architectural character while modernizing infrastructure. Our expertise includes converting industrial buildings into life science labs and warehouses into residential communities. This approach maintains historical value while meeting contemporary needs.
Property Management
Our management division handles day-to-day operations for commercial and residential properties. Services include tenant relations, maintenance coordination, and leasing strategies. We combine on-site expertise with third-party broker partnerships to maximize asset performance and investor returns.
Construction Management
We provide end-to-end construction oversight from planning to delivery. Our in-house team manages design, budgeting, and execution for both internal projects and select third-party clients. This ensures quality control and alignment with project goals.
Development
From concept to completion, we develop diverse projects including luxury residential communities and commercial spaces. Our process includes feasibility studies, permitting, and design coordination. We focus on innovative solutions that respond to market demands and community needs.
People
Young K. Park
President
Founder and president of Berkeley Investments, Young K. Park leads strategic initiatives and investor relations. With MIT and Harvard credentials, he brings architectural expertise and industry leadership through roles at NAIOP and A Better City.
Samara Kaufman
Senior Vice President, Finance
Samara directs capital markets strategy, overseeing debt and equity financing. With prior experience at Guggenheim Real Estate, she manages over $750 million in commercial portfolios and holds a BS in Business Administration from the University of Vermont.
Daniel McGrath
Senior Vice President, Director of Asset Management
Dan oversees leasing and asset management for Berkeley's portfolio. With 14 years at New Boston Fund and MIT's MS-RED degree, he implements value-add strategies and manages property performance while serving on ULI and NAIOP committees.
Esther Chung Byun
Director, Development
Esther leads residential and mixed-use development projects from inception to completion. A MIT-trained architect and urban planner, she previously worked with The Community Builders and manages Boston-area developments with a focus on design innovation.
Tony Tanery
Executive Vice President
Tony oversees construction activities and value creation strategies. With engineering credentials and prior roles at Corjen Construction, he brings extensive experience in commercial, healthcare, and institutional projects across New York and Boston markets.
Questions
What types of properties does Berkeley Investments specialize in?
We specialize in residential, commercial, life sciences, and mixed-use properties through adaptive reuse, historic rehabilitation, and ground-up development projects.
How long has Berkeley Investments been in business?
Founded in 1991 by Young K. Park, we have over 30 years of experience in real estate investment and development.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Boston and surrounding areas including Watertown, Somerville, Worcester, and Providence, with select projects in Texas and Massachusetts.
What makes Berkeley Investments different from other firms?
Our vertical integration model allows control from acquisition to construction, while our focus on design innovation and historic preservation creates unique value.
Can you handle complex redevelopment projects?
Yes, our team has expertise in complex adaptive reuse projects like transforming historic industrial buildings into modern life science facilities and residential communities.
