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 114 reviews)); "Great people to work with" ((in 68 reviews)); "Great Training and that's it" ((in 40 reviews)); "Great employees who have been around for years." ((in 33 reviews)); "Great team to work with that supports each other and understands the value of all employees." ((in 25 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 43 reviews)); "no work life balance as you have to work almost every weekend" ((in 40 reviews)); "Poor management communication with lower level employees, in addition to inefficient use of time." ((in 40 reviews)); "Regional managers on the east coast." ((in 30 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

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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 29, 2023

Totally satisfied with my choice to join the Equity Team

Service manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Support of on-site team, leadership, and nearby communities. Great training to enhance and grow career at Equity. Fair and honest understanding of the issues that on-site teams experience in multi-housing.

Cons

None to date after 3 months working with Equity.

Equity Residential Response

2y

Thank you for sharing your positive experience as a Service Manager with Equity Residential! We're thrilled to hear that you're completely satisfied with your decision to join our team. It's wonderful to know that you appreciate the support from your on-site team, leadership, and nearby communities. We're committed to providing great training opportunities for career enhancement and growth, and we're glad to see these efforts are making a positive impact on your experience. Your acknowledgment of a fair and honest understanding of the challenges faced by on-site teams is valuable. We're committed to fostering positive work environments and building communities that our team members are proud to be a part of. If there's anything specific you'd like to share or discuss further, we encourage open communication. Thank you for being a part of the Equity team and Happy New Year!

1.0

Dec 14, 2023

Work Life Balance

Concierge

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The pros are your co-workers.

Cons

Compensation packages haven't kept pace with inflation, making it difficult to retain and attract talent. Management communication regarding resource allocation could be improved to enhance team morale and project execution. Limited opportunities for professional development and advancement within the current structure can hinder employee engagement and retention. Job requirements, including heavy lifting and unsuitable attire for the physical demands, raise concerns about employee safety and well-being.

Equity Residential Response

2y

Thank you for sharing your insights and thoughts about your experience at Equity Residential. We're pleased to hear that your colleagues contribute positively to your experience with us. The cohesiveness of our team plays a pivotal role in driving our success. Equity Residential understands the importance of competitive and fair compensation, and our Compensation and Benefits Teams are committed to maintaining industry competitiveness in our benefits packages and compensation, integrating diverse well-being components. Additionally, your emphasis on professional development aligns with our commitment to career growth, as we provide numerous resources to foster this shared passion. Safety is of paramount importance to us, and we take allegations like what you’ve described very seriously. We strongly encourage all of our employees to Do the Right Thing, and report any safety concerns to your manager, Regional Manager, and/or Human Resources. We also offer our Call to Action Hotline (by phone 800-231-5699 or online CallToActionHotline.com), as an option to voice concerns confidentially and/or anonymously. Please know that each of these channels act as a resource for our employees to provide the details needed to initiate a proper investigation. Thank you for your commitment to Equity Residential over the past years. If you have any specific suggestions or further insights, we encourage you to reach out to your supervisor or our Human Resources team.

4.0

Dec 7, 2023

Great Place to work at

Leasing consultant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good 401 K benefits, working in the city as a leasing consultant is a must, otherwise commission is not that great.

Cons

Management is not always the greatest.

Equity Residential Response

2y

Thank you for sharing your positive feedback about working at Equity Residential! We're glad to hear that you appreciate our 401(k) benefits and love that you highlighted this as a great place to work! Continuous improvement is a priority for us, and your insights contribute to our ongoing efforts to enhance the employee experience. If you have specific suggestions on how we can further improve in this area, please feel free to share them. Thank you again for sharing your perspectives.

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