Elme Communities (NYSE:ELME) (NYSE: ELME) is an internally managed real estate investment trust that acquires, develops and operates neighborhood-style single-family rental communities throughout the United States. The company focuses on providing affordable, high-quality homes to working families, including those employed in essential services such as education, healthcare and public safety. Elme Communities structures its properties to offer a cohesive living experience, combining individual rental homes with controlled common areas and on-site amenities.
Since its spin-off from American Campus Communities in 2023, Elme Communities has pursued a growth strategy centered on suburban markets with strong employment fundamentals. Its portfolio spans key Sunbelt regions—particularly in Texas, Florida, Georgia, Arizona and Louisiana—where demand for workforce housing remains robust. The company leverages market research and local partnerships to identify infill sites and value-add opportunities that can be developed or repositioned to meet evolving renter preferences.
Elme Communities offers a full suite of property management services, including leasing, maintenance, landscaping and community programming. Dedicated on-site teams foster resident retention through neighborhood events, environmentally friendly initiatives and digital platforms that streamline rent payment and service requests. This integrated approach aims to balance operational efficiency with high levels of tenant satisfaction.
The company is led by an experienced senior management team with deep expertise in residential real estate, investment management and community development. Under their guidance, Elme Communities continues to expand its footprint and refine its product offering to address the growing need for affordable, professionally managed single-family rentals in suburban markets across the country.
