Essex Property Trust Inc (ESS)vsNexpoint Residential Trust Inc (NXRT)
ESS
Essex Property Trust Inc
$287.39
+2.18%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $19.58B
NXRT
Nexpoint Residential Trust Inc
$24.90
+0.77%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Essex Property Trust Inc generates 682% more annual revenue ($1.98B vs $253.38M). ESS leads profitability with a 20.9% profit margin vs -13.2%. ESS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 7.39. ESS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
ESS
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
NXRT
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+35.1%
Fair Value
$403.12
Current Price
$287.39
$115.73 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NXRT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 34.0%
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 371.8% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
3.1% revenue growth
ROE of 7.8% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.4% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ESS
The strongest argument for ESS centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.9% and operating margin at 34.0%.
Bull Case : NXRT
The strongest argument for NXRT centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book.
Bear Case : ESS
The primary concerns for ESS are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 44.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : NXRT
The primary concerns for NXRT are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 6.41 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ESS profiles as a value stock while NXRT is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
NXRT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
ESS is growing revenue faster at 3.1% — sustainability is the question.
ESS generates stronger free cash flow (234M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ESS scores higher overall (49/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 20.9% 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.
Essex Property Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
Essex Property Trust is a publicly traded real estate investment trust that invests in apartments, primarily on the West Coast of the United States.
Nexpoint Residential Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
NexPoint Residential Trust is a publicly traded REIT, with its shares listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol NXRT, primarily focused on acquiring, owning and operating well-located middle-income multifamily properties with value-added potential in large cities and suburbs. Submarkets in large cities, mainly in the southeastern and southwestern United States.
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