Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc. — Cyborg Score 7/10

Solid
Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) - Multifamily/Apartment

Strategic Profile

The company's business objectives are to generate a sustainable, stable and increasing cash flow that will fund dividends through all parts of the real estate investment cycle. REITs are positioned for robust growth in 2026, driven by decelerating supply, disciplined capital allocation, and significant valuation discounts to NAV and private markets.

Cyborg Score Rationale

According to 18 analysts, the average rating for MAA stock is "Buy" with a 12-month stock price target of $153.22, an increase of 12.64% from the latest price. However, earnings declined 15.43% in 2025 despite modest revenue growth, indicating near-term operational headwinds.

Top Insights

  • 2025 revenue was $2.21 billion, an increase of 0.83% compared to the previous year.
  • Earnings were $442.98 million, a decrease of -15.43% in 2025.
  • MAA trades at a decade-high yield (~4.4%), offering a high-quality, resilient option for income investors.
  • Stock is trading at 33.2% below estimate of fair value with 8.6% earnings growth per year over the past 5 years.

Named Competitors

  • AvalonBay Communities — Multifamily REIT with national portfolio
  • Equity Residential — Large-cap apartment REIT
  • Essex Property Trust — West Coast focused multifamily REIT

Recent Developments

  • (February 2026) RBC Capital lowered price target to $136 from $138
  • (January 2026) Company announced taxable composition of 2025 distributions to shareholders
  • (January 2026) Company scheduled Q4 2025 and full-year results release for February 4, 2026

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