Camden Property Trust (CPT)vsMid-America Apartment Communities Inc (MAA)
CPT
Camden Property Trust
$112.60
+0.53%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $11.39B
MAA
Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc
$137.54
+0.49%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $16.58B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc generates 40% more annual revenue ($2.21B vs $1.58B). CPT leads profitability with a 24.5% profit margin vs 17.6%. MAA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 7.03. MAA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
CPT
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
MAA
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+13.8%
Fair Value
$128.50
Current Price
$112.60
$15.90 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MAA.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 26.6%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Operating margin of 3.7%
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : CPT
The strongest argument for CPT centers on Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.5% and operating margin at 3.7%.
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 : CPT
The primary concerns for CPT are P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : MAA
The primary concerns for MAA are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 42.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CPT profiles as a declining stock while MAA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CPT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.81 — 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
MAA scores higher overall (50/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 17.6% margins. Both earn "Hold" 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.
Camden Property Trust
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
Camden Property Trust, an S&P 400 company, is a real estate company primarily engaged in the ownership, management, development, remodeling, acquisition, and construction of multi-family apartment communities.
Visit Website →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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