Barack and Michelle Obama are widely reported to live primarily in the Kalorama neighborhood of Washington, D.C., and they also spend significant time at their home on Martha’s Vineyard in Massachusetts and maintain a longtime house in Chicago.

Quick Scoop: Where the Obamas Live

  • Primary base: A large home in Washington, D.C.’s upscale Kalorama neighborhood, where they settled after leaving the White House so their younger daughter could finish school there.
  • Martha’s Vineyard retreat: Since 2019 they’ve owned an ocean‑adjacent estate near Edgartown Great Pond on Martha’s Vineyard, used heavily for summers and downtime.
  • Chicago roots: They still own a substantial home in the Kenwood area near Chicago, which has long been associated with the family from before the presidency.

A bit of context

After departing 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue in January 2017, the Obamas opted to remain in Washington, D.C. instead of immediately returning to Chicago, largely for family and schooling reasons. Over the years, their Martha’s Vineyard property has become a highly publicized getaway spot, frequently highlighted in lifestyle and design coverage as their preferred escape from political life.

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