Exceeding Expectations in Key Metrics
Second quarter year-over-year same-store revenue and NOI growth of 2.5% and 2.9%, respectively, exceeded initial expectations. First half blended lease rate growth of 2% was 20 basis points above the high end of the guidance range.
Strong Financial Position
Investment-grade balance sheet with over $1.1 billion of liquidity. Net debt-to-EBITDAre was 5.5x, and debt to enterprise value was just 28% at quarter end.
Recognition as Top Workplace
UDR was named Top Workplace Winner in the real estate industry for the second consecutive year.
Positive Regional Performance
The East Coast markets, comprising approximately 40% of NOI, exhibited 4.1% year-to-date same-store revenue growth, slightly above the high end of initial full year expectations.
Successful Lease-Up in Philadelphia
The Broadridge property in Philadelphia improved from 83% to 97% leased within 30-45 days of UDR's takeover.