Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc (MAA)vsUDR Inc (UDR)
MAA
Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc
$122.38
+0.48%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $14.62B
UDR
UDR Inc
$34.11
-3.21%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $12.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc generates 26% more annual revenue ($2.21B vs $1.75B). UDR leads profitability with a 21.6% profit margin vs 20.2%. MAA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 7.03. UDR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
MAA
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
UDR
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-429.3%
Fair Value
$25.70
Current Price
$122.38
$96.68 premium
Margin of Safety
+22.0%
Fair Value
$51.01
Current Price
$34.11
$16.90 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 100.0% year-over-year
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.4%
Revenue surging 150.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 97.6% YoY
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 22.2%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MAA
The strongest argument for MAA centers on Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.2% and operating margin at 28.4%. Revenue growth of 100.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UDR
The strongest argument for UDR centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.6% and operating margin at 22.2%. Revenue growth of 150.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MAA
The primary concerns for MAA are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : UDR
The primary concerns for UDR are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MAA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.77 — expect wider price swings.
UDR is growing revenue faster at 150.0% — sustainability is the question.
MAA generates stronger free cash flow (159M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
UDR scores higher overall (59/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 21.6% margins and 150.0% revenue growth. 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.
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.
UDR Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
UDR Inc. is a publicly traded real estate investment trust that invests in apartments. The company is organized in Maryland with its headquarters in Highlands Ranch, Colorado.
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