Essex Property Trust Inc (ESS)vsNexpoint Residential Trust Inc (NXRT)
ESS
Essex Property Trust Inc
$285.43
+0.29%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $19.56B
NXRT
Nexpoint Residential Trust Inc
$28.83
+0.80%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Essex Property Trust Inc generates 681% more annual revenue ($1.97B vs $251.88M). ESS leads profitability with a 29.1% profit margin vs -12.7%. ESS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 7.39. ESS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
ESS
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
NXRT
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+35.2%
Fair Value
$403.62
Current Price
$285.43
$118.19 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NXRT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 35.2%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 371.8% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 47.8%
0.5% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -9.7% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ESS
The strongest argument for ESS centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.1% and operating margin at 35.2%.
Bull Case : NXRT
The strongest argument for NXRT centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book.
Bear Case : ESS
The primary concerns for ESS are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : NXRT
The primary concerns for NXRT are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ESS profiles as a mature stock while NXRT is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
NXRT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.20 — expect wider price swings.
ESS is growing revenue faster at 6.4% — sustainability is the question.
ESS generates stronger free cash flow (244M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ESS scores higher overall (53/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 29.1% 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.
Essex Property Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
Essex Property Trust is a publicly traded real estate investment trust that invests in apartments, primarily on the West Coast of the United States.
Nexpoint Residential Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
NexPoint Residential Trust is a publicly traded REIT, with its shares listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol NXRT, primarily focused on acquiring, owning and operating well-located middle-income multifamily properties with value-added potential in large cities and suburbs. Submarkets in large cities, mainly in the southeastern and southwestern United States.
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