WALDORF, Md. – On September 26, St. John Properties broke ground on Berry Pointe Business Community, marking a significant milestone for Charles County, Maryland. The Charles County Board of County Commissioners and other local and state leaders celebrated the launch of this important development located on Berry Road (MD 228) at Sun Valley Drive in Waldorf, Maryland, 20603.
Set to become the largest office, flex, R&D, and retail development in the county’s history, Berry Pointe will feature 61,880 square feet of office space, 551,520 square feet of flexible R&D space, and 37,850 square feet of supporting retail. Once completed, the development is expected to generate over 2,100 jobs, contributing significantly to the county’s economic growth and vitality.
Charles County Commissioner President Reuben Collins said, “Berry Pointe is not just another development—it represents the future of business infrastructure in our county. Through its innovative ‘flex’ concept, this project will set next-generation standards for commercial spaces in Charles County. By offering a range of spaces that can adapt to a variety of industries—from office to industrial and technology—this development meets the evolving needs of modern businesses.”
Berry Pointe is designed to meet the evolving needs of industries across various sectors, including technology, industrial, and office-based businesses. The flexibility of the spaces ensures that companies from diverse fields can establish operations within the community, creating a dynamic environment that adapts to market changes and business growth.
“Berry Pointe Business Park is not only a testament to the confidence that businesses have in Charles County, but also a catalyst for future growth,” said Economic Development Director Kelly Robertson-Slagle. “This project will provide the infrastructure and innovation that our local businesses need to thrive and attract new companies to the region. St. John Properties’ investment in Berry Pointe represents a long-term commitment to the economic prosperity of our county.”
Berry Pointe Business Park is projected to support more than 2,100 jobs across various industries at full build-out. These jobs will span high-tech, light industrial, and administrative sectors, creating employment opportunities and strengthening the county’s workforce. Additionally, the development is expected to significantly enhance the county’s tax base, supporting critical public services such as education, public safety, and infrastructure improvements.
In line with Charles County’s long-term vision, Berry Pointe is designed with sustainability and community impact in mind. St. John Properties ensures long-term quality and care by maintaining ownership of the properties it develops, making Berry Pointe an enduring asset for businesses and residents.
About St. John Properties
St. John Properties is one of the nation’s largest privately held commercial real estate firms. With over 24 million square feet of commercial space in its portfolio, the company is known for its innovative development projects and long-term commitment to the communities it serves.
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More vacant offices, great job!
Somebody got there pockets fat
Sad more stuff we don’t need.
Traffic is terrible. Do something about that.
Someone got there hands greased
I certainly hope there will be some real opportunities for BLACK advancement with this project and whatever businesses end up setting up shop here.
Yeah, to heck with walking into an office an dealing with someone that is qualified to help you.
if you’re upset that you missed it, thats fine, report to the location + ha ng out there for a few hours. and top it off with a cuppa coffee afterwards
When is the expected project completion date? What initiatives are being considered to encourage businesses to come, stay AND grow in Charles County so that these spaces remain occupied? These answers would have been good additions to this press release.
Umm, potentially more traffic/congestion in an already growing area. Need to slow down and try to keep this area rural, not more knuckle heads. Waldorf is going to the crapper fast. Then again, more wasted space for empty parking lots and office space. Our elected officials need to stop with the “growth” aspect for this area.
How about some entertainment for people to enjoy. More stores, insurance companies, doctors office, apartments, town houses and ect. Oh that’s what we really need. NOT!! Explain how are you going to make traffic better in Charles County. Already getting congested now. Still building when will you stop.
What about infrastructure. The residential “building” is overwhelming.