Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc (MAA)vsUDR Inc (UDR)
MAA
Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc
$142.19
+0.49%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $16.04B
UDR
UDR Inc
$41.09
+0.77%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $14.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc generates 25% more annual revenue ($2.21B vs $1.77B). UDR leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 17.6%. MAA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 7.03. UDR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
MAA
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
UDR
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MAA.
Margin of Safety
+30.3%
Fair Value
$57.04
Current Price
$41.09
$15.95 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 26.6%
Earnings expanding 151.6% YoY
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
Areas to Watch
0.8% revenue growth
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Moderate valuation
4.2% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MAA
The strongest argument for MAA centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.6% and operating margin at 26.6%.
Bull Case : UDR
The strongest argument for UDR centers on EPS Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.8% and operating margin at 22.0%.
Bear Case : MAA
The primary concerns for MAA are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 40.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : UDR
The primary concerns for UDR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.78 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MAA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.74 — expect wider price swings.
UDR is growing revenue faster at 4.2% — sustainability is the question.
UDR generates stronger free cash flow (84M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
UDR scores higher overall (59/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 27.8% 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.
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.
UDR Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
UDR Inc. is a publicly traded real estate investment trust that invests in apartments. The company is organized in Maryland with its headquarters in Highlands Ranch, Colorado.
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