Equity Residential (EQR)vsMid-America Apartment Communities Inc (MAA)
EQR
Equity Residential
$63.88
-1.75%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $25.57B
MAA
Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc
$125.71
-1.19%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $15.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Equity Residential generates 41% more annual revenue ($3.11B vs $2.21B). EQR leads profitability with a 30.6% 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+).
EQR
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
MAA
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+4.7%
Fair Value
$67.84
Current Price
$63.88
$3.96 discount
Margin of Safety
-4.4%
Fair Value
$130.28
Current Price
$125.71
$4.57 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.4%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 26.6%
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
2.5% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 64.6%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.8% revenue growth
ROE of 6.7% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EQR
The strongest argument for EQR centers on Profit Margin, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.6% and operating margin at 27.4%.
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 : EQR
The primary concerns for EQR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MAA
The primary concerns for MAA are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EQR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.77 — expect wider price swings.
EQR is growing revenue faster at 2.5% — sustainability is the question.
EQR generates stronger free cash flow (335M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REIT - RESIDENTIAL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
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.
Equity Residential
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
Equity Residential is a publicly traded real estate investment trust that invests in apartments.
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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