BRT Apartments Corp
NYSE:BRT
BRT Apartments Corp
BRT Apartments Corp. is a real estate investment trust, which engages in the ownership, operation, and development of multi-family properties. The company is headquartered in Great Neck, New York and currently employs 9 full-time employees. The firm is focused on the ownership, operation and, to a lesser extent, development of multi-family properties. The multi-family properties include garden apartment, mid-rise or town home style properties that provide residents with amenities, such as a clubhouse, swimming pool, laundry facilities and cable television access. The Company’s properties include Silvana Oaks Apartments-N. Charleston, SC; Avondale Station-Decatur, GA; Newbridge Commons-Columbus, OH; Avalon Apartments-Pensacola, FL; Parkway Grande-San Marcos, TX; Woodland Trails-LaGrange, GA; Kilburn Crossing - Fredericksburg, VA; Crestmont at Thornblade - Greenville, SC; Brixworth at Bridge Street-Huntsville, AL; Retreat at Cinco Ranch- Katy, TX ; Grove at River Place - Macon, GA; Civic Center I-Southaven, MS ; The Veranda at Shavano - San Antonio, TX; Chatham Court and Reflections - Dallas, TX, and Waters Edge at Harbison- Columbia, SC.
BRT Apartments Corp. is a real estate investment trust, which engages in the ownership, operation, and development of multi-family properties. The company is headquartered in Great Neck, New York and currently employs 9 full-time employees. The firm is focused on the ownership, operation and, to a lesser extent, development of multi-family properties. The multi-family properties include garden apartment, mid-rise or town home style properties that provide residents with amenities, such as a clubhouse, swimming pool, laundry facilities and cable television access. The Company’s properties include Silvana Oaks Apartments-N. Charleston, SC; Avondale Station-Decatur, GA; Newbridge Commons-Columbus, OH; Avalon Apartments-Pensacola, FL; Parkway Grande-San Marcos, TX; Woodland Trails-LaGrange, GA; Kilburn Crossing - Fredericksburg, VA; Crestmont at Thornblade - Greenville, SC; Brixworth at Bridge Street-Huntsville, AL; Retreat at Cinco Ranch- Katy, TX ; Grove at River Place - Macon, GA; Civic Center I-Southaven, MS ; The Veranda at Shavano - San Antonio, TX; Chatham Court and Reflections - Dallas, TX, and Waters Edge at Harbison- Columbia, SC.
Quiet Transaction Market: BRT described the current acquisitions environment as extremely slow, with low transaction volumes and little excitement for purchases due to negative leverage and high interest rates.
Share Repurchases: The company repurchased $16.7 million of shares in 2023 and into 2024, viewing this as the best investment option given current market conditions.
Operational Focus: Management is prioritizing property operations, stabilizing occupancy, and maximizing portfolio performance over growth in the near term.
Outlook for 2024: BRT expects continued occupancy pressures and limited rent growth in 2024 due to new supply and inflation, but anticipates better conditions by 2025 and 2026.
Balance Sheet Strength: The company has no significant mortgage debt maturities until early 2026, providing financial stability.
Supply and Demand: While there is overbuilding in some markets, management believes their portfolio is largely insulated and expects eventual absorption of new supply by mid-2025.
