BRT Realty Trust (BRT)vsMid-America Apartment Communities Inc (MAA)
BRT
BRT Realty Trust
$14.95
+2.02%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $294.19M
MAA
Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc
$137.86
+0.49%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $16.80B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc generates 1711% more annual revenue ($2.21B vs $122.24M). BRT leads profitability with a 20.9% profit margin vs 17.6%. BRT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. BRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
BRT
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
MAA
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 26.6%
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 0.9%
0.8% revenue growth
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BRT
The strongest argument for BRT centers on Profit Margin, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.9% and operating margin at 13.4%. PEG of 0.78 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull 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%.
Bear Case : BRT
The primary concerns for BRT are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.00 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : MAA
The primary concerns for MAA are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 42.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRT profiles as a declining stock while MAA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MAA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.73 — expect wider price swings.
MAA is growing revenue faster at 0.8% — sustainability is the question.
MAA generates stronger free cash flow (16M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BRT scores higher overall (59/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 20.9% 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.
BRT Realty Trust
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
BRT Realty Trust (BRT) is a specialized real estate investment trust (REIT) dedicated to the acquisition, ownership, and management of multifamily properties nationwide. With a strategic focus on high-demand urban and suburban markets, BRT capitalizes on favorable trends in urbanization and rental housing demand through its value-added investment approach. The company's disciplined investment strategy, alongside a strong operational infrastructure, positions it to generate attractive risk-adjusted returns in the dynamic multifamily sector, making it a compelling option for institutional investors seeking to diversify their portfolios with residential real estate assets.
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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