BRT Apartments (NYSE:BRT) is an equity real estate investment trust (REIT) that acquires, owns and operates multi-family residential properties. The company targets mid-market apartment communities and seeks value-add opportunities through renovations, operational efficiencies and active asset management. Its investment strategy is focused on generating stable, long-term rental income and potential capital appreciation from its portfolio of rental properties.
Established in 2013, BRT Apartments Corp. completed its initial public offering on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol BRT. Since its listing, the company has pursued a disciplined acquisition approach, concentrating on secondary and tertiary markets in the Southeastern United States. Key states in its portfolio include Florida, Georgia, the Carolinas and Tennessee, where it believes demographic trends and job growth support demand for quality, reasonably priced housing.
The REIT’s properties predominantly serve residents seeking well-located, affordable apartments. BRT Apartments Corp. focuses on communities that offer a mix of one-, two- and three-bedroom units, often with on-site amenities such as leasing offices, fitness centers and outdoor residential areas. Through targeted capital improvements and hands-on property management, the company aims to enhance tenant satisfaction and maintain occupancy levels above market averages.
BRT Apartments Corp. is externally managed by BRT Advisors, LLC, whose leadership team brings deep experience in real estate acquisitions, development and property operations. The advisory board oversees sourcing new investments, executing renovation programs and implementing leasing strategies. By leveraging this expertise, BRT Apartments Corp. seeks to offer investors exposure to multifamily real estate across growing regional markets without the day-to-day responsibilities of property management.