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      Equity Residential

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      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

      Ratings by demographic groups

      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
      4.0
      Dec 3, 2025

      Stable Employer Corporate Culture

      Regional manager
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Stable employment and fair communication of expectations. Your benefits will always be explained and HR resources will always be available.

      Cons

      Very corporate culture at its core. Management is very rigid with strategy and business practices.

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      Equity Residential Response
      7mo
      Thank you for sharing your experience and for your years of service with Equity Residential. We’re glad to hear that you found the organization to be a stable employer with clear expectations, reliable HR resources, and consistent communication — these are areas we strive to uphold across all teams. We also appreciate your candid feedback about the corporate structure and the rigidity you experienced in certain business practices. We recognize that working within a large, established organization can sometimes feel structured, and we continue to look for opportunities to create more flexibility, encourage innovation, and involve our teams in shaping how we work. Thank you again for your contributions over the years. We wish you continued success in your next chapter.
      5.0
      Oct 29, 2025

      Fantastic place to work!

      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      -Healthy, collaborative environment -Work-life balance is better than most -Fun people to work with -Growth opportunities come often if you want to move up

      Cons

      Pay is less than stellar, but the work is rewarding and they allow a lot of opportunities to grow.

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      Equity Residential Response
      8mo
      Thank you for taking the time to share your experience as part of the Equity Residential team! We’re so happy to hear that you value our collaborative culture, strong work-life balance, and opportunities for growth. Our people truly make Equity a great place to work, and it’s wonderful to know that the environment and team spirit have made a positive impact on your experience. We appreciate your feedback regarding compensation — we regularly review our pay and benefits to remain competitive while continuing to invest in career development and internal mobility. Thank you again for your dedication over the past few years, and for contributing to the positive, rewarding culture that defines Equity Residential.
      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

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      Equity Residential Response
      9mo
      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.
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