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Essex Property Trust
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Essex Property Trust

$248.95

-0.42%

Open $249.31·Prev $250.00

as of 13 Apr

BALANCER

Power Core

Essex's moat is the irreplaceable physical positioning of its portfolio in the most supply-constrained multifamily markets in the United States.

Published1 Apr 2026
UniverseS&P 500
SectorReal Estate

Direction of Movement

Cyclical Recovery Within a Structurally Complex Environment

ROC 200

-13.3%

Referenced in 1 other analysis

Company Profile

Essex Property Trust, Inc. is a fully integrated real estate investment trust (REIT) specializing in the multifamily residential sector. It focuses on the ownership, operation, management, acquisition, development, and redevelopment of apartment communities, primarily in supply-constrained West Coast markets including urban and suburban submarkets of Southern California, Northern California, and Seattle. The company maintains ownership interests in approximately 259 apartment communities comprising over 63,000 apartment homes, with additional properties in active development. Essex Property Trust, Inc. emphasizes high-quality, large-scale properties that serve residents in vibrant coastal economies, supporting stable rental housing demand driven by strong job and income growth in these regions. Founded in 1971 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, it plays a key role in providing residential real estate exposure within the REIT industry, catering to investors seeking income-oriented opportunities in premium apartment markets.

Sector

Real Estate

Industry

REIT - Residential

Employees

1,712

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