Equity Residential (EQR)vsMid-America Apartment Communities Inc (MAA)
EQR
Equity Residential
$63.66
-3.50%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $25.50B
MAA
Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc
$128.79
-2.06%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $15.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Equity Residential generates 41% more annual revenue ($3.13B vs $2.22B). EQR leads profitability with a 28.0% profit margin vs 18.2%. MAA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 7.03. MAA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
EQR
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
MAA
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-8.6%
Fair Value
$59.55
Current Price
$63.66
$4.11 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MAA.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.9%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.4%
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
2.1% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 39.9%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
1.0% revenue growth
ROE of 7.4% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EQR
The strongest argument for EQR centers on Profit Margin, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.0% and operating margin at 27.9%.
Bull Case : MAA
The strongest argument for MAA centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.2% and operating margin at 25.4%.
Bear Case : EQR
The primary concerns for EQR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MAA
The primary concerns for MAA are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EQR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.75 — expect wider price swings.
EQR is growing revenue faster at 2.1% — sustainability is the question.
MAA generates stronger free cash flow (224M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REIT - RESIDENTIAL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MAA scores higher overall (56/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 18.2% 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.
Equity Residential
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
Equity Residential is a publicly traded real estate investment trust that invests in apartments.
Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
Mid-America Apartment Communities (MAA) is a publicly traded real estate investment trust based in Memphis, Tennessee that invests in apartments in the Southeastern United States and the Southwestern United States.
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