

Equity Residential
About Equity Residential
Equity Residential, a U.S. real estate investment trust founded by Sam Zell in 1969, specializes in high-quality multifamily residential properties. Public since 1993 and based in Chicago, it offers rentals in affluent coastal cities like Boston and NYC, and is expanding into markets like Denver and Atlanta. Known for property management, amenities, and sustainability, it reported strong occupancy and growth in Funds From Operations by 2025.

