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US REIT - Residential Stocks: Leading US REIT - Residential Companies in 2026

US residential REITs own and manage rental apartments, single-family homes and manufactured housing communities. Vivmark Residential launched in August 2026 with more than 184,000 apartments, while rental performance across the sector remains sensitive to occupancy, rent growth and borrowing costs. In this article, we cover US Residential REIT stocks and leading companies available to explore on the Tickertape US Stock Screener.

List of US REIT Residential Stocks in 2026

US Residential REIT Stocks

Explore US residential REIT stocks that own, operate, or invest in residential properties, including apartments, rental homes, and other housing assets. Analyse companies using live share price, market cap, returns, valuation, profitability, and other key financial metrics.

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NameUS Stocks (70)↓↓Sub-SectorSub-Sector↓↓Market CapMarket Cap↓↓Close PriceClose Price↓↓PE Ratio (TTM)PE Ratio (TTM)↓↓1M Return1M Return↓↓1D Return1D Return↓↓Return on EquityReturn on Equity↓↓PB RatioPB Ratio↓
1.AT&T Inc. 5.35% GLB NTS 66TBBREIT - ResidentialREIT - Residential1,32,557.861,32,557.8618.8418.843.713.71-3.98-3.98-0.19-0.1912.1212.12--
2.Comcast Holdings CorpCCZREIT - ResidentialREIT - Residential61,134.4861,134.4862.9062.90---2.74-2.74-1.68-1.68----
3.Vivmark ResidentialVMRKREIT - ResidentialREIT - Residential46,264.2546,264.2560.3760.3722.9122.91-8.79-8.790.490.498.498.494.014.01
4.Prudential Financial Inc 4.125% Junior Subordinated NotesPFHREIT - ResidentialREIT - Residential45,494.7945,494.7914.9014.90---2.55-2.55-0.58-0.5811.7711.77--
5.Prudential Financial, Inc. 5.62PRSREIT - ResidentialREIT - Residential44,132.1344,132.1319.5419.54---5.47-5.47-0.71-0.7111.7711.77--
6.The Southern Company JR 2017B NT 77SOJCREIT - ResidentialREIT - Residential21,788.5321,788.5318.7018.7022.3922.39-3.36-3.36-0.43-0.43----
7.Essex Property Trust IncESSREIT - ResidentialREIT - Residential18,517.0218,517.02271.93271.9341.8541.85-1.98-1.980.260.267.717.713.323.32
8.Invitation Homes IncINVHREIT - ResidentialREIT - Residential15,379.8315,379.8326.0626.0624.1124.11-7.65-7.651.321.327.057.051.761.76
9.Sun Communities IncSUIREIT - ResidentialREIT - Residential13,993.5613,993.56112.07112.07141.99141.99-4.74-4.740.240.241.721.722.512.51
10.Mid-America Apartment Communities IncMAAREIT - ResidentialREIT - Residential13,712.9613,712.96116.99116.9933.7033.70-8.52-8.520.420.427.057.052.512.51
11.American Homes 4 RentAMHREIT - ResidentialREIT - Residential12,405.1512,405.1530.0830.0824.0224.02-6.87-6.871.311.317.087.081.631.63
12.UDR IncUDRREIT - ResidentialREIT - Residential12,222.2112,222.2133.9133.9121.0621.06-6.09-6.090.190.1913.7413.743.753.75
13.Equity Lifestyle Properties IncELSREIT - ResidentialREIT - Residential11,672.3611,672.3658.4958.4928.1428.14-5.40-5.400.430.4322.8822.886.746.74
14.Camden Property TrustCPTREIT - ResidentialREIT - Residential11,105.7011,105.7097.3797.3731.6731.67-7.01-7.010.300.307.897.893.023.02
15.Assurant, Inc. 5.25% SubordinatAIZNREIT - ResidentialREIT - Residential9,377.539,377.5317.5817.58---3.14-3.140.510.517.467.46--
16.Janus Living, Inc.JANREIT - ResidentialREIT - Residential9,025.339,025.3328.5628.56---7.78-7.78-0.64-0.640.490.492.532.53
17.Unum Group 6.250% JR NT58UNMAREIT - ResidentialREIT - Residential5,349.575,349.5721.1521.154.424.42-1.21-1.21-0.15-0.15----
18.Millrose Properties, Inc.MRPREIT - ResidentialREIT - Residential4,086.444,086.4423.1723.178.578.57-24.72-24.722.942.948.128.120.760.76
19.DTE Energy Co Pref Series EDTWREIT - ResidentialREIT - Residential3,891.063,891.0618.6418.643.053.05-3.92-3.92-0.59-0.597.527.52--
20.Independence Realty Trust IncIRTREIT - ResidentialREIT - Residential3,506.873,506.8714.7214.7280.6180.61-7.48-7.480.030.031.261.261.021.02
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Disclaimer: Please note that the above table is for informational purposes only, and is not recommendatory. Please do your own research or consult your financial advisor before investing. The data is derived from Tickertape Stock Screener and is subject to real-time updates.

Overview of the Top US REIT - Residential Stocks

Vivmark Residential

Vivmark Residential is an apartment real estate investment trust created through the merger of AvalonBay Communities and Equity Residential in August 2026. With dual headquarters in Chicago and Arlington, the company owns and manages apartment communities across major US metropolitan markets, including coastal cities and selected Sun Belt markets. At its launch, Vivmark reported a combined portfolio of more than 184,000 rental apartments and over 11,100 apartments under construction.

Essex Property Trust Inc

Essex Property Trust is a residential REIT that acquires, develops, redevelops and manages apartment communities, primarily along the US West Coast. Headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company focuses on rental housing in markets across California and the Seattle metropolitan area.

Sun Communities Inc

Sun Communities is a residential REIT focused on manufactured housing and recreational vehicle communities. Founded in 1975 and headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, the company owns and operates communities that generate income from site rentals and related services.

Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc

Mid-America Apartment Communities, also known as MAA, is a residential REIT that owns, develops and manages apartment communities primarily across the Southeast, Southwest and Mid-Atlantic regions of the US. Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Germantown, Tennessee, the company operates in suburban and urban rental markets.

UDR Inc

UDR is a residential REIT that owns, develops, acquires and manages apartment communities across selected US rental markets. Founded in 1972 and headquartered in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, the company operates a geographically diversified multifamily housing portfolio.

What are US REIT - Residential Stocks?

US REIT - Residential stocks are shares of real estate investment trusts that own, develop and manage properties used for housing. Their portfolios can include apartment communities, single-family rental homes, manufactured housing communities and residential developments. These companies primarily earn income from rent and related property services. Their performance depends on occupancy, rental rates, operating expenses, property values and financing costs.

How to Evaluate and Invest in US REIT - Residential Sector Stocks?

Here's how to invest in US REIT - Residential stocks from India, step by step:

  1. Log in or Create an Account: Visit Tickertape US Stocks and log in to your account. Create an account if you have not registered yet and complete the US investing account-opening process.
  2. Search for Residential REIT Stocks: Use the Tickertape US Stock Screener and select 'REIT - Residential' under the sector.
  3. Analyse the Stocks: Review each company's stock price, financial performance, portfolio composition, occupancy, rental growth and recent developments.
  4. Add Money to Your US Wallet: Connect an eligible bank account and transfer money to your US Wallet under the Liberalised Remittance Scheme.
  5. Place Your Order: Select the Residential REIT stock you want to invest in and click on 'Buy' to place the order through Tickertape.

Taxation of US REIT - Residential Stocks for Indian Investors

The tax treatment of US Residential REIT stocks depends on the holding period, the investor's circumstances and the classification of REIT distributions. Unlike ordinary company shares, some REIT distributions and share sales may require consideration of special US real estate tax rules.

Income / ActionHolding Period / ConditionTax Rate in the USTax Rate in India
Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG)Held for > 24 months0% (Taxed only in India under DTAA)12.5% (+ applicable surcharge & cess)
Short-Term Capital Gains (STCG)Held for < 24 months0% (Taxed only in India under DTAA)Taxed as per your applicable income slab rate

Advantages of Investing in US REIT - Residential Stocks

Rental Income Exposure

Residential REITs earn revenue from tenants occupying apartments, rental homes and manufactured housing sites. Their portfolios give investors exposure to residential rental markets without buying and managing properties directly.

Property Portfolio Diversification

Residential REITs can own properties across several cities and housing categories. Geographic diversification may reduce reliance on a single local rental market, although regional housing conditions can still affect portfolio performance.

Dividend Distributions

REITs generally must distribute at least 90% of their taxable income to maintain their US federal REIT tax status. This structure supports shareholder distributions, although dividend amounts depend on operating cash flow, debt obligations and capital requirements.

Professional Property Management

Listed residential REITs use property-management teams and operating platforms to manage leasing, maintenance and tenant services. Larger portfolios can support centralised purchasing, marketing and administrative functions.

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Risks of Investing in US REIT - Residential Stocks

Higher Borrowing Costs

Residential REITs often use debt to acquire, develop and maintain properties. Higher interest rates can increase refinancing expenses and reduce the cash available for investment or dividends.

Oversupply in Local Markets

A large number of newly completed apartments can increase competition for tenants. Landlords may need to offer lower rents or concessions to maintain occupancy, particularly in markets with substantial new construction.

Rising Property Expenses

Property taxes, insurance, repairs, utilities and labour costs can reduce net operating income. If operating expenses increase faster than rents, a REIT's margins may decline.

Geographic Concentration

Some residential REITs concentrate their portfolios in specific regions. Local employment weakness, migration changes, natural disasters, or housing regulations can disproportionately affect these companies.

Factors to Consider Before Investing in US REIT - Residential Stocks

Same-Property Revenue Growth

Same-property revenue growth measures changes in revenue from a comparable group of properties. It helps investors assess rental performance without the effects of acquisitions or disposals.

Occupancy Rate

Occupancy measures how much of a company's available rental property is leased. It influences rental collections, vacancy costs and the ability to increase rents.

Funds from Operations

Funds from Operations, or FFO, is a commonly used REIT performance measure that adjusts net income for certain real estate-related accounting items. Investors may also compare Core FFO and Adjusted FFO, while checking how each company defines them.

Net Operating Income

Net Operating Income, or NOI, represents property revenue after property-level operating expenses. Same-store NOI growth helps investors assess whether an existing property portfolio is becoming more profitable.

Key Growth Drivers for US REIT - Residential Stocks

Rental Rate Growth

Higher rents on new and renewed leases can support revenue when occupancy remains stable. Essex reported 2.7% year-over-year same-property revenue growth in Q2 2026, illustrating how rental performance contributes to operating results.

Occupancy and Resident Retention

High occupancy helps landlords generate rent from more of their properties. Resident retention can also reduce vacancy periods and leasing costs. Sun Communities reported adjusted blended manufactured housing and RV occupancy of 98.8% in Q2 2026.

Acquisitions and Development

Residential REITs can increase their property portfolios through acquisitions, new developments and redevelopment projects. Vivmark's August 2026 merger created a combined portfolio of more than 184,000 rental apartments, alongside over 11,100 apartments under construction.

Demand for Rental Housing

Household formation, migration, employment and homeownership affordability influence rental demand. However, outcomes vary by city and housing type, and additional apartment supply can put pressure on rents in some markets.

How to Track the Best US REIT - Residential Stocks from India on Tickertape?

You can track US Residential REIT stocks and related ETFs from India on Tickertape's US Stocks & ETFs platform.

  1. Log in: Visit Tickertape and sign in to your account.
  2. Search Residential REIT stocks: Look up companies owning apartments, rental homes, manufactured housing and other residential properties.
  3. Use the screener: Filter US stocks by the 'REIT - Residential' industry.
  4. Compare metrics: Review live prices, market capitalisation, returns, valuation ratios, profitability, financial health and dividend yields.
  5. Create a watchlist: Add selected Residential REIT stocks to monitor their prices, earnings releases, rental performance and dividend announcements.

Conclusion

US REIT - Residential stocks provide exposure to companies owning and managing apartment communities, single-family rental homes and manufactured housing properties. Their financial performance depends on rent growth, occupancy, property expenses, development activity and financing costs. Residential rental demand and acquisitions can support growth, while local oversupply, higher borrowing costs and rising property expenses remain important risks. Investors can use the Tickertape US Stock Screener to compare Residential REIT stocks using 60+ unique filters and custom filters across valuation, profitability, growth, financial health and other key metrics.

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Frequently Asked Questions on US REIT - Residential Stocks

  1. What is a residential REIT?

    A residential REIT is a real estate investment trust that owns, manages or develops housing properties, such as apartments, single-family rental homes and manufactured housing communities. This form of residential real estate investment primarily generates income from rent and related property services.

  2. What are US REIT - residential stocks?

    Residential REITs are publicly traded real estate investment trusts that own and manage residential rental properties. Their performance depends on occupancy, rent growth, property operating costs, financing expenses and real estate valuations.

  3. Who are the top 5 residential REIT companies?

    As of 25th September 2026, the five largest eligible residential REITs by market capitalisation are:
    1. Vivmark Residential
    2. Essex Property Trust Inc
    3. Sun Communities Inc
    4. Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc
    5. UDR Inc


    Disclaimer: The above US Residential REIT stocks list is based on eligible companies and the market capitalisation values supplied in the Tickertape CSV. It is for educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Investors should conduct their own research or consult a financial advisor before investing.

  4. What is the outlook for US REIT - residential stocks?

    The outlook varies by rental market and property type. Apartment REITs reported improving operating conditions in Q2 2026, although rental pricing remained uneven across regions. Occupancy, rent growth, new housing supply and borrowing costs remain important factors for individual companies.

    Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Investors should conduct their own research or consult a financial advisor before investing.

  5. Are US REIT - residential stocks risky for Indian investors?

    Yes. Residential REITs face risks from higher financing costs, falling occupancy, slower rent growth, property expenses and local housing oversupply. Indian investors should also consider rupee-dollar movements and the tax treatment of US REIT distributions.

  6. How can I compare US REIT - residential stocks on Tickertape?

    You can use the Tickertape US Stock Screener to compare residential REIT stocks across market capitalisation, valuation, profitability, financial health, returns and dividend yield. Company filings can provide additional measures such as FFO, occupancy and same-store NOI.

  7. Can beginners invest in US REIT - residential stocks?

    Beginners can access US residential REIT stocks through platforms offering US equities. However, they should understand rental income, occupancy, FFO, debt levels, property valuations and distribution taxation before evaluating individual companies.

    Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Investors should assess their financial goals and risk tolerance or consult a financial advisor before investing.

  8. How to invest in US REIT - residential stocks from India?

    Investors in India can access US residential REIT stocks through Tickertape. The process generally involves:
    1. Create an account: Open a US investing account on Tickertape.
    2. Explore Residential REIT stocks: Compare companies owning apartments, rental homes and manufactured housing communities.
    3. Complete KYC: Verify your identity and submit the required documents.
    4. Link a bank account: Connect an eligible bank account for LRS remittances.
    5. Add funds: Transfer money to your US investing account.
    6. Place an order: Select a Residential REIT stock and place an order, including fractional orders where available.

  9. What are the advantages of investing in US REIT - residential stocks?

    Residential REIT stocks provide exposure to rental properties without the responsibilities of direct property ownership. An apartment REIT, for example, allows investors to gain exposure to a portfolio of rental apartments through shares in a listed company.

    Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Investors should conduct their own research before investing.

  10. What is the difference between individual US residential REIT stocks and REIT ETFs?

    A residential equity REIT primarily owns and manages housing properties and earns income from rent. A mortgage REIT invests in mortgages and mortgage-backed securities and earns income from interest and related investments. The two models have different exposure to property operations, credit risk and interest rates.

  11. What is the difference between residential REITs and mortgage REITs?

    Residential REITs primarily own and manage housing properties and earn income from rent. Mortgage REITs primarily invest in mortgages and mortgage-backed securities, earning income from interest and related investments. The two business models have different exposure to property operations, credit risk and interest rates.

  12. What metrics are commonly used to evaluate US REIT - residential stocks?

    Common metrics for evaluating a residential property REIT include FFO per share, Core FFO, Adjusted FFO, same-store NOI growth, occupancy, rent growth, debt levels and dividend coverage. Investors may also assess property locations, portfolio age and development pipelines.

  13. What is same-store NOI in residential REITs?

    Same-store NOI measures changes in net operating income from properties included in comparable reporting periods. It helps investors assess the performance of an existing rental portfolio without including the full effects of newly acquired or sold properties.

  14. Do US REIT - residential stocks pay dividends?

    Many Residential REITs pay regular dividends because the REIT structure generally requires them to distribute at least 90% of taxable income to maintain US federal REIT tax status. However, high dividend paying REITs do not necessarily offer sustainable payouts. Investors should also examine operating performance, dividend coverage, debt and capital requirements.

    Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Investors should conduct their own research or consult a financial advisor before investing.

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