Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc. (MAA) delivered Core FFO results in line with expectations for the third quarter of 2025, despite elevated supply, economic uncertainties, and slower job growth. The company achieved new and renewal pricing above last year's levels and sequential improvement in blended rates. Resident retention remained strong with turnover at a record low. MAA also expanded its development pipeline with acquisitions in Kansas City and Scottsdale, Arizona.
Core FFO per share diluted was $2.16, aligning with expectations for the quarter.
Effective blended lease rate growth was 0.3%, with renewal lease rate growth at 4.5% and new lease rate growth at -5.2%.
Average physical occupancy for the Same Store portfolio was 95.6%, with average effective rent per unit at $1,693.
MAA acquired a 318-unit multifamily apartment community in Kansas City and land parcels in Kansas City and Phoenix for future development, leveraging a strong balance sheet.
MAA has updated its full-year 2025 guidance for Earnings per diluted common share, Core FFO per diluted Share, and Core AFFO per diluted Share, reflecting a revised outlook. The company expects Core FFO for Q4 2025 to be in the range of $2.17 to $2.29 per diluted share, with a midpoint of $2.23.