Kevy K. Kaiserman received this silver dollar as a token of encouragement from electrical salesperson Frank H. Stewart, who told him, “I hope it will be part of the million you make!”  Stewart gave Kevy this encouraging gift upon his departure to start out on his own.

In 1923, Kevy Kaiserman founded Kaiserman Company as a real-estate development firm, marking the beginning of a century-long legacy.

By August of 1926, the company had developed its first residential properties, constructing townhouses and apartments at Georges Lane and West Montgomery Avenue in Overbrook.

In 1931, the company completed the Kevon Apartments, the first garden-style apartment community in Philadelphia, located at 52nd and Montgomery Avenue.

Construction of the Rittenhouse Claridge at 201 South 18th Street began in January 1950, with Samuel Oshiver serving as the primary architect. When it opened in July 1951, the Rittenhouse Claridge stood as the tallest apartment building in Philadelphia. Both the Rittenhouse Claridge and the Rittenhouse Savoy were sponsored and built by Kevy Kaiserman and Matthew McCloskey.

In 1956, a family photograph captured the early years of the Kaiserman family on the Atlantic City Boardwalk. Pictured left to right - Ronald L. Kaiserman, Kevy K. Kaiserman, Constance R. Kaiserman, Teddy Kaiserman, and Kenneth S. Kaiserman.

The Devon Apartments opened in 1962 in Wilmington, Delaware. This development featured 260 rental units.

In 1966, Kaiserman Company opened Radwyn Apartments, a 455-unit early garden-style community in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania.  Additional apartment complexes were built during this time including the Conwyn and Tedwyn Apartments.

The company expanded into commercial real estate with the opening of the 4 story Kevon Office Center in Pennsauken, New Jersey, its first office property.

In 1973, Kaiserman Company opened Meetinghouse Park Apartments, a 167-unit garden-style apartment community in Boothwyn, Pennsylvania.

On September 14, 1974, Springfield Mall opened its doors. As one of the first indoor shopping malls in the United States, it became the largest mall outside the Philadelphia metropolitan area at the time. 

Ken Kaiserman, the eldest son of founder Kevy Kaiserman, succeeded his father as president of the company in 1976. During his 30-year tenure, Ken expanded the company’s portfolio to include both residential and commercial real estate. Deeply devoted to the City of Philadelphia, he helped establish organizations such as the Friends of Rittenhouse Square and the Center City District Association, among others, and supported many initiatives that continue to enrich Philadelphia today.

In 1977, the company developed The Fairmont, a high-end suburban condominium in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania.

The historic Bourse building on Independence Mall was renovated by brothers, Kenneth and Ronald Kaiserman. It was reopened in 1981as a four-level retail mall with offices on the floors above surrounding the enclosed atrium. Built in 1895 it was the first building in the United States to house a commodities exchange.

Ronald L. Kaiserman oversaw the construction of the The Bourse Garage, a 455-space parking facility with first floor retail and conveniently located next to The Bourse.

In 1988 the Olde Sproul Shopping Village was acquired. This busy center, sitting adjacent to Springfield Mall, is home to many popular national and local retailers.

Between 1990 and 1993, the Meetinghouse Park Apartments in Boothwyn were expanded with the addition of 199 two-story townhouses.

The company acquired Constitution Place, a 13- story office building located at 325 Chestnut Street.  The building boasts fabulous views overlooking Independence Hall and is home to Stephen Starr’s iconic Buddakan restaurant.

The acquisition of 400 Market Street, a 12-story building, was the last addition to company’s holdings in the Independence Mall area. The properties collectively were called the Independence Portfolio.

Kaiserman Company opened Kevon II Office Center in 2008. This 30,000 sf building was distinguished as a solar-powered office property located in Pennsauken, New Jersey and became Energy Star certified in 2012.

Homer Robinson, son of Kevy Kaiserman’s daughter Connie, succeeded his uncle, Ken Kaiserman, after Ken’s untimely passing, to become the company’s third president in 2012. Over six years, Homer oversaw the modernization of the company’s processes, while introducing sustainability as a core value. He initiated transformative transactions and capital improvements totaling over $250 million and managed the process of hiring of the company’s first non-family president, after which he joined the board of directors, where he still serves.

In 2016, Kaiserman Company finalized the sale of its Independence Portfolio as a shift to focus on its multi-family communities.

In November 2017, the extended Kaiserman family gathered for a family business retreat which concluded with a family photo.

On June 12, 2018, the company marked a historic milestone by appointing its first non-family member, Mark T. Poston, as president.  Elizabeth A. Valen succeeded Mr. Poston as president in December 2021.

In 2023, Kaiserman Company proudly celebrated its 100th anniversary with friends, staff and family, honoring a century of growth, innovation, and family legacy.