Our mission is to create quality communities in premier locations and our vision is to provide great communities in which to live, work and invest.
We are Essex—the proven leader in West Coast apartments. We are a fully integrated real estate investment trust (REIT) that acquires, develops, redevelops, and manages multifamily apartment communities located in supply-constrained markets. With a commitment to the vibrant coastal economies in which we operate, we continually push to innovate, improve, and add value to the lives of our residents, associates, and shareholders.
Shareholder Services and Information
Essex is a fully integrated real estate investment trust (REIT) that acquires, develops, redevelops, and manages multifamily apartment communities located in supply-constrained markets. The Essex portfolio is concentrated along the West Coast, including Southern California, the San Francisco Bay Area, and the Seattle metropolitan area. Please see the general Company Presentation for additional information about the Essex portfolio.
Creating Better Communities
More than 10 years ago, we began pursuing new initiatives aimed at integrating sustainable practices into our communities. Our goal is to make our communities a place our residents are proud to call home.
U.S. Green Building Council

We are a proud member of USGBC, and have achieved Green or LEED certifications—the leading programs for green buildings and communities worldwide—on 27 development projects, over 8,000 sustainable homes.
Corporate Social Responsibility
Our four pillars to creating quality communities include improving our residents’ well-being, creating a positive work experience for our employees, reducing our environmental footprint, and delivering long-term results for our investors. View our CSR Report.