AvalonBay Communities Inc (AVB)vsIndependence Realty Trust Inc (IRT)
AVB
AvalonBay Communities Inc
$184.06
0.00%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $26.28B
IRT
Independence Realty Trust Inc
$16.39
-1.68%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.12B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AvalonBay Communities Inc generates 355% more annual revenue ($3.08B vs $677.16M). AVB leads profitability with a 33.3% profit margin vs 6.4%. IRT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.57. AVB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
AVB
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
IRT
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+10.5%
Fair Value
$200.97
Current Price
$184.06
$16.91 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for IRT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 30.6%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
2.3% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.0% revenue growth
ROE of 1.4% — below average capital efficiency
6.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AVB
The strongest argument for AVB centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.3% and operating margin at 30.6%.
Bull Case : IRT
The strongest argument for IRT centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : AVB
The primary concerns for AVB are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : IRT
The primary concerns for IRT are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 94.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IRT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
IRT is growing revenue faster at 3.0% — sustainability is the question.
AVB generates stronger free cash flow (304M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
AVB scores higher overall (51/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 33.3% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
AvalonBay Communities Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
AvalonBay Communities, Inc. is a publicly traded real estate investment trust that invests in apartments.
Independence Realty Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
Independence Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: IRT) is a real estate investment trust that owns and operates multi-family apartment properties in non-entry US markets, including Atlanta, Louisville, Memphis and Raleigh.
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