Is Equity Residential a good company to work for?

Equity Residential has an overall rating of 4.2 out of 5, based on over 1,163 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months. 79% of employees would recommend working at Equity Residential to a friend and 74% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Equity Residential have been left by employees working as Regional Manager , Intern and Community Manager .

Does Equity Residential pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Equity Residential employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Equity Residential. This rating has decreased by 4% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Equity Residential?

79% of Equity Residential employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Equity Residential 3.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.1 for culture and values and 4.1 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Equity Residential?

Leasing Consultant (249) , Community Manager (136) , Service Manager (35) , Maintenance Technician (30) , Manager (25) , Property Manager (25) , Regional Manager (20) , Concierge (17) , Intern (16) , Assistant Community Manager (15) , Assistant Property Manager (15) , Service Technician (14) , General Manager (11) , Senior Leasing Consultant (11) , Assistant Manager (10)

What are the pros of working at Equity Residential according to real employee reviews?

"Pay was ok but the benefits were great." ((in 117 reviews)); "Great people to work with" ((in 63 reviews)); "They keep us engaged and training is great." ((in 39 reviews)); "Great employees who have been around for years." ((in 34 reviews)); "Growth opportunities locally and nationally!" ((in 21 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Equity Residential according to real employee reviews?

"Monetary Compensation At/Below Average, Conservative Upper Management, Restrictive on Remote Working Arrangements" ((in 41 reviews)); "Poor management communication with lower level employees, in addition to inefficient use of time." ((in 40 reviews)); "no work life balance as you have to work almost every weekend" ((in 37 reviews)); "Regional managers on the east coast." ((in 31 reviews)); "Property management can be busy and stressful" ((in 18 reviews))

What are employees saying about Equity Residential layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Equity Residential layoffs and their outlook for job security at Equity Residential in 2026.

What Equity Residential locations have received the highest employee ratings?

Rancho Cucamonga , Long Beach , Chino Hills , Scottsdale , Mission Viejo , Irvine , Dallas , Arlington , Bellevue , Chicago

Equity Residential reviews

4.2

79% would recommend to a friend

(1,118 total reviews)

Mark Parrell

87% approve of CEO

74% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.3

Diversity & inclusion

4.1

Culture & values

4.1

Career opportunities

3.9

Senior management

3.9

Compensation and benefits

3.8

Work/Life balance

Equity Residential has an employee rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars, based on 1,118 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Equity Residential employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Real Estate industry (3.6 stars).

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Reviews by job title

1K reviews

1.0

Oct 2, 2025

Do not work here

Service technician

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Low rent discount, free parking (unless you're a resident)

Cons

No bonus structure, micromanager culture, clueless leaders

Equity Residential Response

8mo

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We take concerns regarding management style and leadership communication seriously, and we recognize the importance of creating an environment where employees feel supported, empowered, and heard. At Equity Residential, we are committed to fostering a culture of transparency and continuous improvement. Feedback like yours helps us identify areas where we can do better and make meaningful changes for our team members. If you’d like to discuss your experience further or provide additional suggestions, we encourage you to reach out directly to your HR representative. We also offer resources such as our Call to Action Hotline (by phone: 800-231-5699 or online: CallToActionHotline.com) as an option to voice concerns anonymously; please note that each of these channels acts as a resource for our employees to provide the details needed to initiate a proper investigation. We value your perspective and want to ensure your voice is heard.

5.0

Sep 24, 2025

From Candidate to Team Member — A Seamless Journey

Benefits manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

From the application to the interview stage, Equity Residential moves impressively fast. As a candidate, I truly appreciated the efficiency — no endless interview rounds or long periods of silence. The background check was quick and straightforward, and the entire hiring process felt streamlined and respectful of my time. Equity Residential also offers a very generous benefits package, which shows they genuinely prioritize employee wellbeing. From day one, I felt welcomed, supported, and set up for success. My onboarding experience has been nothing short of exceptional.

Cons

The only slight hiccup during my onboarding was with the preboarding team’s communication. I had a few questions but didn’t receive a response when reaching out from my external email, which made it a bit challenging to get the information I needed. That said, I was able to quickly resolve everything by calling directly. It’s a very minor issue in what was otherwise an exceptionally smooth and positive onboarding experience.

Equity Residential Response

8mo

Thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback and for highlighting your journey from candidate to team member. We’re thrilled to hear that your hiring and onboarding experience was smooth, efficient, and welcoming—it’s important to us that every step feels respectful of a candidate’s time and sets the stage for success. We also appreciate your note about communication with the preboarding team. Insights like this are valuable, and we’ll use your feedback to strengthen how we connect with future new hires during this stage. We’re so glad to have you on the team and look forward to supporting your growth and contributions at Equity Residential!

4.0

Sep 24, 2025

Great Company

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great teams at the onsite properties.

Cons

Pay is not the best. Working the weekend.

Equity Residential Response

8mo

Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed being part of the onsite teams—our communities are at the heart of what we do, and it’s great to know that was a highlight of your time with Equity Residential. We also hear your feedback regarding compensation and weekend scheduling. Both are areas we continue to review to ensure we’re offering competitive pay and supporting the best possible work-life balance for our teams. We appreciate your contributions during your time here and wish you continued success in your career.

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