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 is on the low level of acceptable but benefits and company discounts were pretty good" ((in 69 reviews)); "Great people to work with" ((in 65 reviews)); "They keep us engaged and training is great." ((in 40 reviews)); "Great employees who have been around for years." ((in 32 reviews)); "Growth opportunities locally and nationally!" ((in 23 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 46 reviews)); "Poor management communication with lower level employees, in addition to inefficient use of time." ((in 42 reviews)); "no work life balance as you have to work almost every weekend" ((in 38 reviews)); "Regional managers on the east coast." ((in 32 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

Equity Residential reviews

4.0

76% would recommend to a friend

(1,121 total reviews)

Mark Parrell

87% approve of CEO

72% positive business outlook

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (1,121 reviews)

Ratings by demographic groups

Race / Ethnicity

Gender

Sexual orientation

Disability

Parent or family caregiver

Veteran status

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).

Reviews by job title

1K reviews

5.0

Dec 7, 2018

Community Manager

Community manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Everyone is extremely supportive in regards to career growth.

Cons

None that I know of.

Equity Residential Response

7y

High five to you for your five star review - and for your five years of service! We appreciate all that you do as a leader for your customers and team - keep up the great work!

5.0

Nov 27, 2018

Best company ever!!!

Assistant property manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Feels like a family at work, excellent pay and benefits, perfect balance of work and home, exceptional training, appreciation

Cons

No cons at this company

Equity Residential Response

7y

Hello, and thank you so much for taking the time to share your memories of your time with Equity! We're thrilled to hear that you have carried positive memories of your Equity family and the training and support you received here with you. Thank you again for the honor of your review, and we wish you the best!

5.0

Nov 23, 2018

5 Stars all the way!!!

Leasing consultant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Equity Residential is one of kind. I love my job!!!!!

Cons

I don’t have anything negative.

Equity Residential Response

7y

A high five to you for your five-star review! We can feel the enthusiasm in your words, and it makes us smile knowing that someone with your energetic, upbeat attitude is out there interacting with customers as the face of our company. That positive outlook has undoubtedly served you well in your Leasing Consultant role, and we can't wait to see what the future holds for you here. Keep up the great work!

Viewing 853 - 855 of 1,121 Reviews

Jobs at Equity Residential

Community Manager - Manhattan, NY (Longacre)

Resident Experience Coordinator - Floater - Los Angeles

Resident Experience Coordinator - Pegasus, Glo and Milano Lofts

Maintenance Assistant - The Drexel Collective

Leasing Consultant - 2400 M