Is Equity Residential a good company to work for?

Equity Residential has an overall rating of 4.0 out of 5, based on over 1,166 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months. 76% of employees would recommend working at Equity Residential to a friend and 72% 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 3.8 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?

76% of Equity Residential employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Equity Residential 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.1 for culture and values and 4.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Equity Residential?

Leasing Consultant (250) , 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 115 reviews)); "Great people to work with" ((in 64 reviews)); "Pay is on the low level of acceptable but benefits and company discounts were pretty good" ((in 62 reviews)); "Great Training and that's it" ((in 46 reviews)); "Great employees who have been around for years." ((in 32 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 41 reviews)); "no work life balance as you have to work almost every weekend" ((in 38 reviews)); "Regional managers on the east coast." ((in 29 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 are the top reviewed Equity Residential locations?

Chicago , New York , Los Angeles , Seattle , Washington , San Francisco , Boston , Irvine , Denver , San Diego , Arlington , Alexandria , Jersey City , San Jose , Atlanta , Mission Viejo , Scottsdale , Rancho Cucamonga , Santa Clara , Fort Lauderdale , Augusta , Dallas , Long Beach , Chino Hills , Bellevue , Hoboken , Phoenix , Orange , Pasadena , Ontario

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4.0

76% would recommend to a friend

(1,121 total reviews)

Mark Parrell

87% approve of CEO

72% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.2

Diversity & inclusion

4.1

Culture & values

4.0

Career opportunities

3.8

Compensation and benefits

3.7

Work/Life balance

3.7

Senior management

Equity Residential has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 1,121 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good 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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5.0

Apr 13, 2020

A great place to build your career

Manager

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

This is a place where leadership cares and where teams and care about each other. I wouldn't want to be anywhere else during this COVID19 crisis. Everyone has responded thoughtfully to take care of both the customers and team members. The sophisticated operating platform has made it easier to operate in difficult times. We also have great benefits which were increased even more during COVID 19 when everyone was awarded another 160 hours of paid time to deal with any personal issues or if we choose to self quarantine. Thanks Equity!

Cons

Property management can be busy and stressful

Equity Residential Response

What a heartwarming review! Thank you so much; we agree that Equity has had a thoughtful approach to our current conditions. At the core of this company are our teams who care about people - their teammates, residents, and vendors, just to name a few groups. Our employees are valued and deserve to be supported during this time and always. Thank you for all that you are doing to support your team and residents as well.

5.0

Apr 10, 2020

Amazing Company!

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Company that puts people first. Excellent benefits, transparent leadership, great growth oppoertunities, best in class technology.

Cons

It's very challenging work and is ever-changing. I do think this is why they are the best in the business.

Equity Residential Response

We couldn’t agree more; people will always come first with Equity Residential. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts, and for the encouraging and kind remarks.

3.0

Mar 26, 2020

Good job

Leasing consultant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

It’s and average job with an average Fortune 500 company

Cons

Could be more inclusive environment

Equity Residential Response

Thank you for your comments and for sharing your concerns. We work hard to create a culture of inclusivity, and have had a long standing initiative to support diversity and inclusion through our Equity Values Council. We also welcomed our amazing Diversity & Inclusion Director to the team in 2019, as a dedicated resource to this highly important topic. With that being said, we value your perspective and would like to hear more on what you’re seeing/not seeing. Please feel free to reach out to your local HR team to share more about your concerns; they are here to hear and support you.

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