Definitive Agreement to Sell Assets
Elme Communities entered into a definitive agreement to sell a portfolio of 19 assets to Cortland for $1.6 billion in cash. The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter, subject to shareholder approval.
Strategic Alternatives Review Completed
The Board of Trustees completed a formal evaluation of strategic alternatives, leading to the decision to sell the assets, aiming to maximize shareholder value.
Year-Over-Year Multifamily NOI Growth
Reported a year-over-year multifamily net operating income (NOI) growth of 4.5%, driven by higher rental revenue and growth in fee income.
Planned Special Distributions to Shareholders
Elme intends to return net proceeds from the Cortland transaction and other asset sales to shareholders, with an initial special distribution estimated between $14.50 and $14.82 per share.