AvalonBay Communities Inc (AVB)vsUMH Properties Inc (UMH)
AVB
AvalonBay Communities Inc
$163.65
+0.06%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $23.16B
UMH
UMH Properties Inc
$14.34
+0.56%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AvalonBay Communities Inc generates 1064% more annual revenue ($3.04B vs $261.31M). AVB leads profitability with a 34.6% profit margin vs 10.1%. UMH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.72. AVB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
AVB
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
UMH
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-257.9%
Fair Value
$50.25
Current Price
$163.65
$113.40 premium
Margin of Safety
-3260.4%
Fair Value
$0.48
Current Price
$14.34
$13.86 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 30.6%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.6%
Areas to Watch
3.7% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 40.9%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 54.2%
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 34.6% and operating margin at 30.6%.
Bull Case : UMH
The strongest argument for UMH centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. PEG of 0.72 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AVB
The primary concerns for AVB are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : UMH
The primary concerns for UMH are Market Cap, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 204.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UMH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — expect wider price swings.
UMH is growing revenue faster at 8.2% — sustainability is the question.
AVB generates stronger free cash flow (241M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
AVB scores higher overall (56/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 34.6% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" 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.
UMH Properties Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
UMH Properties, Inc., which was organized in 1968, is a publicly owned REIT that owns and operates 124 manufactured home communities containing approximately 23,400 developed lots.
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