
Equity Residential (EQR) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Equity Residential (EQR) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Equity Residential is projected to achieve a 2.6% growth in same-store net operating income (SSNOI) in 2025, with management guidance aligning closely at 2.2%-2.8%, indicating solid operational stability. The company has raised its funds from operations (FFO) estimate for 2025 to $4.04 per share, reflecting positive adjustments stemming from expected non-operating asset gains and strategic capital recycling amid market uncertainty. Additionally, with significant equity repurchase activities amounting to $99 million, management views repurchasing as a favorable strategy over acquisitions or new developments, suggesting confidence in the company’s financial strength and market position.
Bears say
Equity Residential's stock has experienced a significant pullback of 9% this year, underperforming the broader apartment sector and indicating potential weaknesses within the company's market positioning. The company is heavily invested in urban properties, particularly in coastal markets such as San Francisco and Los Angeles, where there is growing concern over weakening apartment rental demand and potential migration pressures. Furthermore, the early decline in demand is reflected in the company's 3Q25 blending results, which fell to the low end of guidance at 2.2%, suggesting challenges in maintaining occupancy and rental rates in its core urban markets.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Equity Residential and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Equity Residential (EQR) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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