Exceeding Initial Guidance
The second quarter and first half of 2025 results exceeded initial guidance due to better-than-expected revenue growth and tight management of operating expenses. Operating expense growth is now forecasted at 3.1%, 100 basis points better than original guidance.
Development and Investment Success
AvalonBay's $3 billion development projects are expected to generate differentiated external growth, with development underway trending above pro forma stabilized yields. The company is on track to start $1.7 billion in new development projects for the full year, up from $1.6 billion.
Strong Balance Sheet
Raised $1.3 billion of capital year-to-date at an initial cost of 5.0%, with yields over 6% on new development projects, indicating an attractive cost of capital.
Occupancy and Revenue Growth
Core FFO growth of 3.3% year-to-date, positioning AvalonBay towards the top of the sector. Total market occupancy at 94.8% in established regions, with significant growth expected in Seattle and New York regions due to healthy demand and moderating supply.