Lease to Leaf Celebrating Earth Day with Equity At Equity Residential, we're passionate about sustainability and its integral role in creating exceptional apartment communities where people can live, work, and play. We recognize the immense influence the real estate industry holds in shaping our environment and we're committed to making a positive impact every step of the way. That's why, to celebrate Earth Day this year, we're thrilled to announce an exciting initiative wit

We asked our residents in Austin and Dallas, Texas to show us what makes their Equity community feel like home for a chance to win up to $600. We're thrilled to announce the #TexasLivingWithEquity winners! Winner in Austin | Jade S. from Flora Apartments Winner in Dallas | Ashley B. from Olivian at the Realm Apartments The Best Reel | Jennifer I. from Westerly Apartments Congratulations to the #TexasLivingWithEquity contest winners! Thank you to all of our residen

Thank you to everyone who entered–Click here to check out the winners! Show us what makes your community feel like home for a chance to win up to $600! We’re thrilled to welcome Austin and Dallas, Texas into the Equity family! There’s no place like Texas, but what makes it feel like home? Show off what makes your apartment, community, or neighborhood feel like home. Whether it’s your cozy dining nook, neighbors that have become friends, or your daily walk to the local coffee

Equity Residential offers a 14-week upskilling training program for individuals who want to learn property maintenance skills. The Maintenance Apprentice is introduced to Equity Residential techniques and concepts through on-the-job training and classroom courses. Daisy M. recently completed the program and now has a fulfilling career with Equity Residential. She joined the apprenticeship program with positive energy and eagerness to dive into the learning process. The progr

Equity Has Your Back. This past year has been especially financially devastating for many families across the United States. With schools reopening after the COVID pandemic, we have a way to help our most vulnerable children start their school year with the resources they need to thrive. As One Team, we invite everyone to join together and help provide school supplies to children in need across all our portfolios. Equity Has Your Back partnered with not-for-profit organizat

Equity and our compensation team are committed to providing the tools and resources to help our employees achieve total well-being. From retirement saving plans to flexible savings accounts, check out our latest blog to learn more about Equity's financial benefits. The benefits and resources provided for financial wellbeing help our employees manage their money better today while preparing for financial milestones along the way. 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan Supplemental Ex

Equity Residential is pleased to have developed space for community gardens at two of our Cambridge, MA communities—Lofts at Kendall Square and Third Square. And, residents are thrilled! Residents sign up for designated areas of the garden, tend to plants, and enjoy “fruits” of their labor. Gardening allows residents and the broader community to experience the outdoors, improve air quality and grow healthy and fresh food. Given the popularity of these gardens, we are eval

The continued success of our rich and inclusive culture is the responsibility of our entire workforce, and we provide opportunities for our employees to lead the way. This month is LGBTQ Pride Month, and Equity will continue to support our employees and communities with Pride Walks throughout the month of June. New this year are additional events to expand awareness, education, and hear directly from our employees. We are hosting Inclusive Conversations—a virtual presentation

All Stars Project (ASP) announced that Equity Residential’s Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Catherine Carraway has been named co-chair of the Chicago Board, with Ben Nortman, Executive Vice President of Hilco Global and is the CEO of Hilco Merchant Resources. The is a national nonprofit that “helps tens of thousands of inner-city youth and their families create success in their lives” through a performance based approach. Catherine joined the ASP o

Mental and emotional wellbeing support remains an important topic at Equity Residential. Looking through the lens of the pandemic and a number of social, racial, and economic disparities which were further spotlighted, we recognize the need to shift the way we discuss mental and emotional health and wellbeing at our company. Now, more than ever, it is critical to reduce the stigma around mental and emotional struggles, because that stigma often prevents individuals from seek

At Equity Residential, our employees contribute to a culture that drives our success. We rely on highly skilled, engaged, and motivated individuals to maintain our standing as a leader in our industry. We strive to cultivate and preserve a work environment that enables our employees to be their best. Our high-quality employee training programs across our business create an inspiring environment where team members can progress their careers and build lasting relationships. We

Equity Residential’s solar pilot project will generate about 2,200 therms per year. We are committed to offsetting a considerable amount of building energy use with on-site clean and renewable energy, including solar PV, solar thermal, and cogeneration, where it is physically possible and financially viable. For example, we are finishing up an innovative pilot project at our Park West property in Los Angeles. We are partnered with the California Energy Commission on an inte

Equity Residential continues to build upon and cultivate a culture of inclusion as CEO and President Mark J. Parrell has signed the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion Pledge . This announcement comes on the heels of the company conducting listening sessions to provide the opportunity for employees of color to share their stories and experiences regarding the racial injustices and societal inequities in our country. “We are proud to join more than 1,000 leading companies i

Our purpose at Equity Residential is creating communities where people thrive. We know that in order to thrive, however, our residents must first feel safe. In all eight of our markets from coast to coast, we are implementing changes in our communities as part of our Commitment to Health and Safety. While cleanliness and safety are always top priorities at Equity, we are focused on further enhancing our existing standards during the Covid-19 pandemic. Learn More

In these times of uncertainty, we look to stay connected and share relevant news and information with our residents. Our purpose at Equity: Now, more than ever, we find ways to support each other, as we navigate this road together. Please refer to page for Covid-related information and links to outside resources in areas of Wellbeing, Community and Financial Support. We will refresh these pages occasionally with new information and ideas. Please let us know what else we ca

https://staging5.blog.equityapartments.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/ChristaSorenson5x7x72dpi-214x300.jpg Christa Sorenson Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resource Officer Equity Residential is pleased to announce that Christa Sorenson, the Company’s current Executive Vice President, Human Resources, has had her title changed to Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resource Officer. This new title is a reflection of the importance of human capital management in

For many people, the recent holidays are a time of giving, and there are many ways to exercise one’s charitable spirit. For Equity Residential employee Yanita, she always knew exactly how she wanted to give back: partnering with the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago through a toy drive at Equity’s Chicago office. Yanita says organizing and committing to the drive was important because “…as a parent it’s heartbreaking for me to think of all the children tha

Freshly renovated apartments boast smart home features, modern kitchens and baths with the architectural charm of this turn-of-the-century building. Located in the heart of Boston’s Financial District, at the doorstep to the North End and the Rose Kennedy Greenway, One India is one of the most unique properties Equity owns. Constructed in 1898 as Boston’s 11-story Board of Trade building, One India Street was one of the city’s first “skyscrapers”. For more than a century, One

Saxton , our newest acquisition in Seattle, a Class A, eight-story building with 325 apartments and a two-level garage, was built in 2019. This acquisition allows EQR to expand its presence in the First Hill (Capitol Hill/First Hill submarket) neighborhood of downtown Seattle. Other EQR properties located nearby Saxton include Seventh and James, Rianna, Chloe on Madison, and Harbor Steps. Saxton has 7,604 square feet of retail space. Our retail team has been hard at wor

Pictured, Mark Parrell, CEO and President of Equity Residential, and Catherine Carraway, Sr Vice President, Compensation and Benefits, present Heather with her Champion of Equity Values Award. Every year, Equity Residential recognizes outstanding results and/or leadership in demonstrating our values with the . Highlighting individuals who promote Diversity & Inclusion, Social Responsibility, Sustainability and Total Wellbeing, winners were announced Tuesday, November 26th.