Equity Residential reviews

4.0

76% would recommend to a friend

(1,121 total reviews)
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Mark Parrell

87% approve of CEO

72% positive business outlook

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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1K reviews
5.0
Apr 29, 2024

Love the culture!

Recommend
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Pros

I love working for Equity Residential. The things I value most are the culture, great pay & benefits.

Cons

The company is continually evolving to stay ahead of the curve, which occasionally leads to communication adjustments as we adapt.

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Equity Residential Response
2y
Thank you for your feedback! We appreciate your 10+ years of dedication to Equity Residential and are thrilled to hear that you love the culture and value the benefits we offer. We understand that our commitment to staying ahead of the curve can sometimes require communication adjustments, and we truly appreciate your flexibility and adaptability to these changes.
4.0
Apr 29, 2024

Put equity at Equity Residential

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Pros

Overall, great benefits. 401K match, stock purchase option, ect...

Cons

A big disconnect between the employes and the employer on what actually is needed. When a company is public, it's all about pleasing the shareholders!

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Equity Residential Response
2y
Thank you for sharing your feedback; we're so pleased to hear that you appreciate our benefits offerings! Additionally, please know that we're committed to prioritizing our employees' well-being and offer a variety of support platforms. Thank you again, we appreciate your valuable insight.
5.0
Apr 26, 2024

A Company that Embraces Innovation

Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

I am so proud to have worked for Equity Residential for many years! Equity is a company that embraces innovation, constantly looking for better and faster ways to serve our employees and our customers. I can always count on having a new challenge each week, and I feel greatly supported by my peers and leaders.

Cons

Equity is a company that embraces change and moves quickly- you have to keep up and be prepared to lead through changes. If you thrive in that type of environment, this job's for you!

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Equity Residential Response
2y
Firstly, thank you for your 10+ years of service and dedication to our communities and teams! We’re flattered by your 5 star review. We're thrilled to hear that you've found our innovative culture rewarding and that you feel supported by your colleagues and leaders. Embracing change and moving quickly can indeed be challenging, but we appreciate your willingness to adapt and lead through these transitions. Your commitment to excellence is truly valued.
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