Equity Residential
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Equity Residential is a real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on the acquisition, development, and management of high-quality apartment properties in major U.S. urban and high-density suburban markets. The company's portfolio consists primarily of apartment communities located in supply-constrained markets with strong demographic and employment growth trends. Equity Residential operates properties in major metropolitan areas including Boston, New York, Washington D.C., Seattle, San Francisco, and Southern California. Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company is one of the largest publicly traded apartment REITs in the United States. Equity Residential focuses on delivering consistent returns through rental income and strategic portfolio management.