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CORTLANDT CROSSING, MOHEGAN LAKE, NY

2018

ANNUAL REPORT

Dear Fellow Shareholders: 

Goodbye zombies, hello Darwin. What a difference a year makes! In 2017, tales of the “Retail 
Apocalypse” dominated the headlines. The headlines were oversimplified, but the headwinds were real. 
Many of those challenges still exist today, but it has become more and more clear to the outside world that 
brick-and-mortar retail real estate is not dead. And, thankfully, the marketplace has begun to embrace a 
more nuanced view of what is really happening inside the retailing and retail real estate industries — a 
multi-year evolution, with an ongoing separation of the haves and have nots. (Ironically, this 
phenomenon is not new; retailing has always been Darwinian.) 

Looking ahead, here’s the good news — due to a lot of strategizing and hard work, our company is well 
positioned to thrive in this environment. 
  Our focus on urban and street-retail properties has kept our core portfolio relevant to our retailers; 
  The strong institutional relationships we’ve developed in our fund platform have enabled us to 

profitably invest despite public-market volatility; and 

  The strength with which we’ve built, and continue to maintain, our balance sheet has always given us 

the flexibility to make sound investment-driven decisions. 

At the end of the day, all this should enable us to generate attractive risk-adjusted returns for all our 
stakeholders over any extended period. 

1. Our core portfolio, high quality breeds success 

We are focused on the highest quality retail properties. 
  Approximately 85% of our core portfolio’s value is concentrated in five gateway markets — New York, 

Chicago, San Francisco, Washington DC, and Boston. 

  Within these markets, our street-retail properties are located primarily in live-work-play retail 
corridors, such as Soho (New York), Tribeca (New York), Rush St-Walton St (Chicago), State St 
(Chicago), Union Sq (San Francisco), M St NW (Georgetown, Washington DC) and Newbury St 
(Boston). 

In 2018, as retailer sales improved, and retailers went back on offense, these finally began to feel like 
“must-have” locations again — at least for the “have” retailers. 

Make a plan and stick to it. At the beginning of the year, we set an important goal — sign leases that 
would add $8 million of incremental net operating income (“NOI”) to our core portfolio on a run-rate 
basis. 
  Thanks to improving tenant demand and our team’s hard work, we did it. In fact, we substantially 

achieved our $8 million goal with a few spaces left to lease. 

  Now, it looks like we’ll eventually surpass our goal by nearly $1 million. 
  Moreover, the remaining vacancy includes some of our best street locations, including Madison Ave in 

New York and the Gold Coast of Chicago — i.e., this is not permanent vacancy; the incremental 
earnings “pop” from this final wave of lease up should be achievable. 

It’s a brand-new day. It’s still a tenant’s market, even on the best streets. But, during 2018, we saw a 
broad shift in sentiment: 
  We signed a lease with Gabriela Hearst (now backed by LVMH) at the Retail at the Carlyle House on 
Madison Ave in New York, which showed us there’s still optimism among young brands. (This is 
the designer’s first store.) 

  We signed leases with several digitally-native brands (Allbirds and Outdoor Voices on Armitage Ave 
in Lincoln Park, Chicago and Outdoor Voices, again, on M St in Georgetown, Washington, DC), 
which reminded us that these brands understand the necessity of opening stores as a pathway 
to growth and profitability. 

  And, at year end, we signed a 28k-sf lease with Uniqlo on State St in Chicago to replace a departing 

H&M, which proved that retailers (even large format!) will show up when the right 
location becomes available. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
We’re on the path for 4% growth. Last year, we articulated another important goal — deliver more 
than $20 million of additional core NOI between 2018 and 2022, equating to approximately 4% annual 
growth. 
  A year later, we are well on our way. 
  Strong lease-up in 2018 (done!) and 2019 (so far so good) will be key drivers of this growth, as will 

contractual and mark-to-market revenue growth. 

  Our redevelopment pipeline will also make important contributions with a relatively small investment 

of capital (approximately $50 million). 

In fact, two developments contribute approximately one third of this $20 million, and we made significant 
progress on both during 2018: 

First, at the corner of Clark St & Diversey Pkwy in Lincoln Park, Chicago: 
  We maximized the site’s buildable area with a newly-constructed 30k-sf, two-level retail building. 
  Anchor TJMaxx relocated to the property; consistent with our thesis, they chose to lease second-level 
selling space from us rather than stick with a street-level store in an inferior location a few blocks 
away. 

  We kicked off the lease-up of our small shops with the grand opening of a new bluemercury - now, 

only 7k sf of street-level shops remain to be leased. 

For us, the value of this redevelopment is magnified, because we own all the retail across the street. 

Second, at City Center, a 200k-sf Target-anchored property, in San Francisco: 
  We are building a total of 40k sf of additional retail space in three underutilized parking lots. 
  We also recaptured a 55k-sf Best Buy, and, at year-end 2018, executed a lease with Whole Foods for 

the entire space. We still have to go through an important local approval process before the tenant will 
be cleared to proceed but, assuming we are successful, both the community and the property will 
benefit from this addition. 

  Did you know — at times, there is a line to park your car and shop at the Trader Joe’s across the 

street? This neighborhood needs another good grocery store! 

Stay tuned. Looking ahead, we have additional properties in our development pipeline. This includes a 
Kmart box at our Crossroads Shopping Center in Westchester County, NY. 
  Although Kmart has announced several store closures, they are keeping this location, for now. 
  Best and highest use of the box involves densification or a multi-tenant re-anchoring. Since the 
retailer’s remaining lease term is relatively limited, we have greater hope that we will have an 
actionable opportunity to harvest real growth here in the near term. 

Remember, not all NOI growth is created equal. Overall, it’s worth noting that our urban and 
street-retail properties continue to outperform our suburban properties by more than 300 basis points 
(“bps”). Considering that this portion of our portfolio represents approximately 70% of our gross asset 
value and is poised to grow NOI well above the 4% blended rate, our “value-weighted growth” should 
drive meaningful value creation as we execute our business plan. 

On the core acquisitions front, last year, private sellers of high-quality street-retail properties were 
reluctant to mark their properties to market. So, with mismatched expectations of market rents and/or 
cap rates, we joined sellers on the sidelines and did not make any core property investments in 2018, just 
like in 2017. For 2019, we are beginning to see acquisition opportunities that are both accretive to our net 
asset value and consistent with our long-term growth strategy. But, it is still early. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2. Our balance sheet, highly liquid and rock solid 

Sometimes we’re the opportunistic buy. Unlike the private markets, the public markets were quick 
to correct - and, in my opinion, overcorrect - to shifts in retail real estate values in early 2018. As a result, 
we saw a compelling opportunity to implement a stock buyback initiative and bought $55.1 million at an 
average price of $24 per share. Let’s be clear — we reluctantly allocated capital to buybacks. But, when we 
see a high level of disconnect, I don’t think we have a choice. 

And, with: 
  approximately 25% core debt to core GAV; and 
  more than $100 million of borrowing capacity on our corporate lines of credit; 
we have the liquidity to do it. 

As the year progressed, the markets bounced back, and our buyback window closed. Then, the Grinch 
arrived, just in time for Christmas. And, it was ugly. 
  As REIT shareholders, you can own real estate with the benefit of liquidity. 
  But, sometimes REITs act like stocks, not hard assets; and, it’s incredibly frustrating… for all of us. 

3. Our fund platform, remaining nimble 

Especially in these “Grinchy” moments, it feels good to have dual sources of capital, including one that’s 
disconnected from the public markets. 

So, what was our fund platform up to in 2018? 

Well, on the acquisition front, our funds have been pursuing a barbell strategy, acquiring both: 
  High-yield or other opportunistic investments; and 
  High-quality, value-add properties. 

We’re still picking needles from a haystack. Last year, we saw continued opportunity in our 
contrarian purchase of higher-yielding, but lower-growing, suburban properties in secondary markets; 
but we’ve had to remain fairly selective. 
  We recognize, and appreciate, the inherent risks of these higher-yielding shopping centers. 
  But, at today’s pricing (i.e., 7.5-8.5% entry cap rates), and by remaining selective, we are generally 

able to buy these assets at a discount to replacement cost. 

  In fact, our weighted price per square foot for our Fund V acquisitions is approximately $150 psf. 
  And, while it varies from market to market, it’s hard to replicate a shopping center for that amount 
even if someone gives you the land for free, especially in this era of rising construction costs. As we 
contemplate further construction cost increases, we feel good about this cushion, which creates 
barriers to entry. 

There are signs of life for value add. On the other end of the barbell, sufficient new demand is just 
beginning to reemerge such that we’re starting to see some interesting value-add opportunities — but, it’s 
still early. 
  Ground-up developments can be compelling, and we have the in-house capability to execute them 

successfully… when construction costs make sense. 

  But, we remain sober to the fact that we are late cycle for many types of real estate. No one wants to 

arrive late to that party. 

Patience is not just a virtue; it’s how we make money. During 2018, we completed $149.0 million 
of investments on behalf of Fund V. This compares to our original 2018 fund acquisition guidance of 
$200-700 million. 
  To date, we have allocated approximately 45% of Fund V’s capital commitments. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  This leaves us with approximately $850 million of dry powder, on a leveraged basis, available to 

deploy through the summer of 2021. 

  This is a slower investment pace than we originally anticipated. 
But remember, we’ve been in the fund business longer than we’ve been a public company. It is a cyclical 
business. And, in our opinion, the only way to create long-term value for all our stakeholders is through 
patience, discipline and aggressive execution of our focused strategy. So, that’s what we’ll do, knowing 
that any short-term impact on earnings growth is worth it for the long-term value creation. 

On the disposition front, we completed $76.6 million of dispositions across our fund platform. 
Remember that between 2014 and 2017, we sold $1.2 billion of investments; so, last year’s disposition 
pipeline was smaller, as expected. This pipeline will refill as we complete lease-up and development 
activities across our portfolio of fund properties. 

We are well positioned to meet retailers’ needs. To that end, during 2018, we made meaningful 
progress on our existing fund investments, shedding further light on improving retailer sentiment. For 
example: 
  We signed a lease with lululemon for 26k sf on three levels at 938 W North Ave (Fund IV) in Lincoln 
Park, Chicago, which showed us that, following a couple years of market-rent declines, there are 
meaningful signs of life in the established street-retail corridors in the U.S.; 

  We signed new leases, with strong lease spreads, at Restaurants at Fort Point (Fund IV) in Boston’s 
Seaport District, which showed us retailers’ optimism extends beyond established retail 
corridors to certain up-and-coming retail submarkets; 

  We signed a lease with the TJX Companies’ new brand Homesense at Cortlandt Crossing (Fund III) in 

Westchester County, NY, proving that there continues to be demand for well-located 
suburban assets, albeit muted demand; and 

  We signed an agreement with Alamo Drafthouse to expand their theater (doubling the number of 
screens!) at City Point (Fund II) in downtown Brooklyn, and we also expanded our Dekalb Market 
food hall to include a bar/lounge/entertainment venue, reminding everyone that experiential 
retailing is thriving. 

4. In conclusion… 

In 1998, Acadia became a public company through a reverse merger with Mark Centers Trust, a troubled 
shopping center REIT with too much debt, too many Kmarts, and too few prime locations. 

Since then, we have faced: 
  The bursting of the dot-com bubble; 
  The tragedy of 9/11; 
  The global financial crisis; and, more recently, 
  The so-called “Retail Apocalypse.” 

Along the way, we: 
  Significantly upgraded our portfolio by executing a disciplined asset-recycling program; 
  Decreased our debt and increased our liquidity by actively managing our balance sheet; and 
  Successfully launched five institutional funds, executing on a variety of investments that continue to 

differentiate us today (e.g. the acquisitions of Mervyns department stores and Albertsons 
supermarkets, the redevelopment of Fordham Road, City Point). 

In doing so, we were able to deliver a total shareholder return of approximately 1,400% over the past 20 
years, making us one of the top performing shopping center REITs over that period. 

That said, at the end of the day, I’m most proud of our hardworking team. At year end, one of our 
founding team members retired — Joel Braun, our Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer. 
Over the years, Joel, my trusted collaborator and friend, has been integral to Acadia’s transformation into 
a differentiated, dual-platform company. As importantly, Joel has built a talented and energized 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
investment team that will now be co-led by long-time Acadia team members Jessica Zaski and Reggie 
Livingston. I look forward to partnering with them on our growth initiatives. 

Looking ahead, our team is committed to creating another 20 years of success. So am I. We look forward 
to continuing to grow this company together with you, our shareholders, and thank you for your support. 

Kenneth F. Bernstein 
President & CEO 
March 21, 2019 

 
 
 
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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION 
Washington, D.C. 20549 
FORM 10-K 

 ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 

For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2018 
  TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 

Maryland 
(State of incorporation) 

For the transition period from                  to                 
Commission File Number 1-12002 
ACADIA REALTY TRUST 

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) 

411 Theodore Fremd Avenue, Suite 300 Rye, NY 10580 
(Address of principal executive offices) 
(914) 288-8100 
(Registrant’s telephone number) 
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: 
Common Shares of Beneficial Interest, $0.001 par value 
(Title of Class) 
New York Stock Exchange 
(Name of Exchange on which registered) 

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act: 
None 

23-2715194 
(I.R.S. employer identification no.) 

Indicate by check mark if the Registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. 

YES ☒      NO ☐ 

Indicate by check mark if the Registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15 (d) of the Securities Act. 

YES ☐      NO ☒ 
Indicate by check mark whether the Registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act 
of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports) and (2) has been subject 
to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. 

YES ☒      NO ☐ 
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 
405 of Regulation S-T (§ 232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to 
submit such files). 

YES ☒      NO ☐ 
Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item 405 of Regulation S-K (§ 229.405 of this chapter) is not contained 
herein, and will not be contained, to the best of registrant’s knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements incorporated by reference 
in Part III of this Form 10-K or any amendment to this Form 10-K.      ☐ 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company 
or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company” and “emerging 
growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. 

Large Accelerated Filer ☒       Accelerated Filer ☐         Non-accelerated Filer ☐        Smaller Reporting Company ☐     

Emerging Growth Company ☐ 

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying 
with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13 (a) of the Exchange Act. ☐ 
Indicate by checkmark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Act) YES ☐      NO ☒ 
The aggregate market value of the voting and non-voting common equity held by non-affiliates of the registrant as of the last business day of the 
registrant’s most recently completed second fiscal quarter was approximately $2,230.7 million, based on a price of $27.37 per share, the average 
sales price for the registrant’s common shares of beneficial interest on the New York Stock Exchange on that date. 
The number of shares of the registrant’s common shares of beneficial interest outstanding on February 13, 2019 was 81,703,355. 

DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE 
Part III – Portions of the registrant’s definitive proxy statement relating to its 2019 Annual Meeting of Shareholders presently scheduled to be 
held May 10, 2019 to be filed pursuant to Regulation 14A. 

   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ACADIA REALTY TRUST AND SUBSIDIARIES 
FORM 10-K 
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PART I 
Business 
Risk Factors 
Unresolved Staff Comments 
Properties 
Legal Proceedings 
Mine Safety Disclosures 

PART II 
Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters, Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities and 
Performance Graph 
Selected Financial Data 
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations 
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk 
Financial Statements and Supplementary Data 
Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure 
Controls and Procedures 
Other Information 

PART III 
Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance 
Executive Compensation 
Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management 
Certain Relationships and Related Transactions and Director Independence 
Principal Accounting Fees and Services 

PART IV 
Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules 
Form 10-K Summary 
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SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS 

Certain statements contained in this Annual Report on Form 10-K (the “Report”) may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of 
Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange 
Act”), and as such may involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause our actual results, performance or 
achievements  to  be  materially  different  from  future  results,  performance  or  achievements  expressed  or  implied  by  such  forward-looking 
statements. Forward-looking statements, which are based on certain assumptions and describe our future plans, strategies and expectations are 
generally identifiable by use of the  words “may,” “will,” “should,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “believe,” “intend” or “project” or the 
negative thereof or other variations thereon or comparable terminology. Factors which could have a material adverse effect on our operations and 
future prospects include, but are not limited to those set forth under the headings “Item 1A. Risk Factors” and “Item 7. Management’s Discussion 
and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” in this Report. These risks and uncertainties should be considered in evaluating 
any forward-looking statements contained or incorporated by reference herein. 

SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING CERTAIN REFERENCES 

All references to “Notes” throughout the document refer to the notes to the consolidated financial statements of the registrant referenced in Part II, 
Item 8. Financial Statements. 

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ITEM.1.  BUSINESS. 

GENERAL 

PART I 

Acadia Realty Trust (the “Trust”) was formed on March 4, 1993 as a Maryland real estate investment trust (“REIT”). All references to “Acadia,” 
“we,” “us,” “our” and “Company” refer to the Trust and its consolidated subsidiaries. We are a fully integrated REIT focused on the ownership, 
acquisition,  development  and  management  of  high-quality  retail  properties  located  primarily  in  high-barrier-to-entry,  supply-constrained, 
densely-populated metropolitan areas in the United States. We currently own or have an ownership interest in these properties through our Core 
Portfolio and our Funds (each as defined below). 

All of our assets are held by, and all of our operations are conducted through, Acadia Realty Limited Partnership (the “Operating Partnership”) 
and entities in which the Operating Partnership owns an interest. As of December 31, 2018, the Trust controlled 94% of the Operating Partnership 
as the sole general partner. As the general partner, the Trust is entitled to share, in proportion to its percentage interest, in the cash distributions 
and profits and losses of the Operating Partnership. The limited partners primarily represent entities or individuals that contributed their interests 
in certain properties or entities to the Operating Partnership in exchange for common or preferred units of limited partnership interest (“Common 
OP Units” or “Preferred OP Units,” respectively, and collectively, “OP Units”) and employees who have been awarded restricted Common OP 
Units  as  long-term  incentive  compensation  (“LTIP  Units”).  Limited  partners  holding  Common  OP  and  LTIP  Units  are  generally  entitled  to 
exchange  their  units on a  one-for-one  basis  for our common shares of beneficial interest of the  Trust (“Common  Shares”). This structure  is 
referred to as an umbrella partnership REIT, or “UPREIT.” 

BUSINESS OBJECTIVES AND STRATEGIES 

Our primary business objective is to acquire and manage commercial retail properties that will provide cash for distributions to shareholders 
while also creating the potential for capital appreciation to enhance investor returns. We focus on the following fundamentals to achieve this 
objective: 

•  Own and operate a portfolio of high-quality retail properties located primarily in high-barrier-to-entry, densely-populated metropolitan 
areas  (“Core  Portfolio”).  Our  goal  is  to  create  value  through  accretive  development  and  re-tenanting  activities  within  our  existing 
portfolio and grow this platform through the acquisition of high-quality assets that have the long-term potential to outperform the asset 
class. 

•  Generate additional growth through our Funds (as defined below) in which we co-invest with high-quality institutional investors. Our 
Fund strategy focuses on opportunistic yet disciplined acquisitions with high inherent opportunity for the creation of additional value, 
execution on this opportunity and the realization of value through the sale of these assets. In connection with this strategy, we focus on: 

o  value-add investments in street retail properties, located in established and “next-generation” submarkets, with re-tenanting or 

repositioning opportunities, 

o  opportunistic acquisitions of well-located real estate anchored by distressed retailers, and 
o  other opportunistic acquisitions, which vary based on market conditions and may include high-yield acquisitions and purchases 

of distressed debt. 

Some of these investments historically have also  included, and may in the future include, joint ventures with private equity investors for the 
purpose of making investments in operating retailers with significant embedded value in their real estate assets. 

•  Maintain a strong and flexible balance sheet through conservative financial practices while ensuring access to sufficient capital to fund 

future growth. 

Investment Strategy — Generate External Growth through our Dual Platforms; Core Portfolio and Funds 

The requirements that acquisitions be accretive on a long-term basis based on our cost of capital, as well as increase the overall Core Portfolio 
quality and value, are key strategic considerations to the growth of our Core Portfolio. As such, we constantly evaluate the blended cost of equity 
and debt and adjust the amount of acquisition activity to align the level of investment activity with capital flows. 

Given the growing importance of technology and e-commerce, many of our retail tenants are appropriately focused on omni-channel sales and 
how to best utilize e-commerce initiatives to drive sales at their stores. In light of these initiatives, we have found retailers are becoming more 
selective as to the location, size and format of their next-generation stores and are focused on dense, high-traffic retail corridors, where they can 
utilize smaller and more productive formats closer to their shopping population. Accordingly, our focus for Core Portfolio and Fund acquisitions 
is on those properties which we believe will not only remain relevant to our tenants, but become even more so in the future. 

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In addition to our Core Portfolio investments in real estate assets, we have also capitalized on our expertise in the acquisition, development, 
leasing and management of retail real estate by establishing discretionary opportunity funds. Our Fund platform is an investment vehicle where 
the Operating Partnership invests, along with outside institutional investors, including, but not limited to, endowments, foundations, pension 
funds and investment management companies, in primarily opportunistic and value-add retail real estate. To date, we have launched five funds 
(“Funds”); Acadia Strategic Opportunity Fund, LP (“Fund I,” which was liquidated in 2015), Acadia Strategic Opportunity Fund II, LLC (“Fund 
II”), Acadia Strategic Opportunity Fund III LLC (“Fund III”), Acadia Strategic Opportunity Fund IV LLC (“Fund IV”) and Acadia Strategic 
Opportunity Fund V LLC (“Fund V,” and our “current fund”). Due to our level of control, we consolidate these Funds for financial reporting 
purposes. Fund I and Fund II have also included investments in operating companies through Acadia Mervyn Investors I, LLC (“Mervyns I”, 
which was liquidated in 2018), Acadia Mervyn Investors II, LLC (“Mervyns II”) and, in certain instances, directly through Fund II, all on a non-
recourse basis. These investments comprise, and are referred to as, the Company's Retailer Controlled Property Venture (“RCP Venture”). 

The Operating Partnership is the sole general partner or managing member of the Funds and Mervyns I and II and earns priority distributions or 
fees for asset management, property management, construction, development, leasing and legal services. Cash flows from the Funds and the RCP 
Venture  are  distributed  pro-rata  to  their  respective  partners  and  members  (including  the  Operating  Partnership)  until  each  receives  a  certain 
cumulative return (“Preferred Return”), and the return of all capital contributions. Thereafter, remaining cash flows are distributed 20% to the 
Operating Partnership (“Promote”) and 80% to the partners or members (including the Operating Partnership). 

See Note 1 in the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements, included in Item 8 of this Report (“Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements”), 
for a detailed discussion of the Funds. 

Capital Strategy — Balance Sheet Focus and Access to Capital 

Our primary capital objective is to maintain a strong and flexible balance sheet through conservative financial practices, including moderate use 
of  leverage  within  our  Core  Portfolio,  while  ensuring  access  to  sufficient  capital  to  fund  future  growth.  We  intend  to  continue  financing 
acquisitions and property development with sources of capital determined by management to be the most appropriate based on, among other 
factors, availability in the current capital markets, pricing and other commercial and financial terms. The sources of capital may  include the 
issuance of public equity, unsecured debt, mortgage and construction loans, and other capital alternatives including the issuance of OP Units. We 
manage  our  interest  rate  risk  through  the  use  of  fixed-rate  debt  and,  where  we  use  variable-rate  debt,  through  the  use  of  certain  derivative 
instruments, including London Interbank Offered Rate (“LIBOR”) swap agreements and interest rate caps as discussed further in Item 7A of this 
Report. 

During 2018, the Company revised its share repurchase program. The new share repurchase program authorizes management, at its discretion, 
to repurchase up to $200.0 million of its outstanding Common Shares. The program may be discontinued or extended at any time. The Company 
repurchased 2,294,235 shares for $55.1 million, inclusive of $0.1 million of fees, during the year ended December 31, 2018. The Company did 
not repurchase any shares during the years ended December 31, 2017 or 2016. As of December 31, 2018, management may repurchase up to 
approximately $144.9 million of the Company’s outstanding Common Shares under this program. 

We launched an at-the-market (“ATM”) equity issuance program in 2012 which provides us an efficient and low-cost vehicle for raising public 
equity to fund our capital needs. Through this program, we have been able to effectively “match-fund” a portion of the required equity for our 
Core Portfolio and Fund acquisitions through the issuance of Common Shares over extended periods employing a price averaging strategy. In 
addition, from time to time, we have issued and intend to continue to issue equity in follow-on offerings separate from our ATM program. Net 
proceeds raised through our ATM program and follow-on offerings are primarily used for acquisitions, both for our Core Portfolio and our pro-
rata share of Fund acquisitions and for other general corporate purposes, subject to certain limitations within its corporate borrowing facilities. 

During 2016, we issued 4.5 million common shares through our ATM program with gross proceeds of $157.6 million and 8.4 million common 
shares in our follow-on offering with gross proceeds of $302.0 million. We also issued OP Units equating to 0.9 million Common Shares in 
connection with the acquisition of properties. See Note 10 for further details. No such issuances were made during 2017 or 2018.   

Operating Strategy — Experienced Management Team with Proven Track Record 

Our  senior  management  team  has  decades  of  experience  in  the  real  estate  industry.  We have  capitalized  on  our  expertise  in  the  acquisition, 
development, leasing and management of retail real estate by creating value through property development, re-tenanting and establishing joint 
ventures, such as the Funds, in which we earn, in addition to a return on our equity interest, Promotes, priority distributions and fees. 

Operating  functions  such  as  leasing,  property  management,  construction,  finance  and  legal  (collectively,  the  “Operating  Departments”)  are 
generally provided by our personnel, providing for a vertically integrated operating platform. By incorporating the Operating Departments in the 
acquisition process, the Company believes that its acquisitions are appropriately evaluated giving effect to each asset’s specific risks and returns.   

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INVESTING ACTIVITIES 

Core Portfolio 

Our Core Portfolio consists primarily of high-quality street retail and urban assets, as well as suburban properties located in high-barrier-to-entry, 
densely-populated trade areas. 

See Item 2. Properties for a description of the properties in our Core Portfolio. 

As we typically hold our Core Portfolio properties for long-term investment, we review the portfolio and implement programs to renovate and 
re-tenant  targeted  properties  to  enhance  their  market  position.  This  in  turn  is  expected  to  strengthen  the  competitive  position  of  the  leasing 
program to attract and retain quality tenants, increasing cash flow, and consequently, property values. From time to time, we also identify certain 
properties for disposition and redeploy the capital for acquisitions and for the repositioning of existing properties with greater potential for capital 
appreciation. During 2018, there were no dispositions within the Core Portfolio. 

We  also  make  investments  in  first  mortgages  and  other  notes  receivable  collateralized  by  real  estate,  (“Structured  Finance  Program”)  either 
directly or through entities having an ownership interest therein. During 2018, we made investments totaling $2.8 million in this program and we 
exchanged a portion of our notes receivable for an additional interest in  a property (Note 4). As of December 31, 2018, we had $56.5 million 
invested in this program. See Note 3, for a detailed discussion of our Structured Finance Program. 

Funds 

Acquisitions 

See Note 2 and Note 4 for a detailed discussion of our consolidated and unconsolidated acquisitions, respectively. 

Fund IV – During 2018, Fund IV consolidated 11 of its previously unconsolidated properties for nominal consideration. 

Fund V – During 2018, Fund V acquired three consolidated properties for an aggregate purchase price of $149.0 million. 

Dispositions 

See Note 2 and Note 4 for a detailed discussion of our consolidated and unconsolidated dispositions, respectively. 

Fund II – During 2018, Fund II sold one consolidated property for $26.0 million. 

Fund IV – During 2018, Fund IV sold two consolidated properties for an aggregate of $28.5 million, sold four residential condominium units 
located  at  a  consolidated  property  for  $12.1  million,  sold  three  unconsolidated  properties  for  an  aggregate  sales  price  of  $10.0  million  and 
terminated its master leases at two unconsolidated properties.   

Development and Redevelopment Activities 

As part of our investing strategy, we invest in real estate assets that may require significant development. In addition, certain assets may require 
redevelopment to meet the demand of changing markets. As of December 31, 2018, there were two Fund development projects and three Core 
redevelopment projects. During the  year ended  December 31, 2018, the Company placed  one Core  and one Fund consolidated  property into 
service as well as one unconsolidated Fund property. See Item 2. Properties—Development Activities and Note 2. 

INFLATION 

Our long-term leases contain provisions designed to mitigate the adverse impact of inflation on our net income. Such provisions include clauses 
enabling us to receive percentage rents based on tenants’ gross sales, which generally increase as prices rise, and/or, in certain cases, escalation 
clauses, which generally increase rental rates during the terms of the leases. Such escalation clauses are often related to increases in the consumer 
price index or similar inflation indexes. In addition, many of our leases are for terms of less than ten years, which permits us to seek to increase 
rents upon re-rental at market rates if current rents are below the then existing market rates. Most of our leases require the tenants to pay their 
share of operating expenses, including common area maintenance, real estate taxes, insurance and utilities, thereby reducing  our exposure to 
increases in costs and operating expenses resulting from inflation. 

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ENVIRONMENTAL LAWS 

For information relating to environmental laws that may have an impact on our business, please see “Item 1A. Risk Factors — We are exposed 
to possible liability relating to environmental matters.” 

COMPETITION 

There are numerous entities that compete with us in seeking properties for acquisition and tenants that will lease space in our properties. Our 
competitors include other REITs, financial institutions, insurance companies, pension funds, private companies and individuals. Our properties 
compete for tenants with similar properties primarily on the basis of location, total occupancy costs (including base rent and operating expenses) 
and the design and condition of the improvements. 

CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS AND EMPLOYEES 

Our executive office is located at 411 Theodore Fremd Avenue, Suite 300, Rye, New York 10580, and our telephone number is (914) 288-8100. 
As of December 31, 2018, we had 112 employees, of which 91 were located at our executive office and 21 were located at regional property 
management offices. None of our employees are covered by collective bargaining agreements. Management believes that its relationship with 
employees is good. 

COMPANY WEBSITE 

All of our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our annual reports on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q 
and current reports on Form 8-K and amendments to those reports filed or furnished pursuant to Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange 
Act of 1934, are available at no cost at our website at www.acadiarealty.com, as soon as reasonably practicable after we electronically file such 
material with, or furnish it to, the Securities and Exchange Commission. These filings can also be accessed through the Securities and Exchange 
Commission’s website at www.sec.gov. Alternatively, we will provide paper copies of our filings at no cost upon request. If you wish to receive 
a copy of the Form 10-K, you may contact Jason Blacksberg, Corporate Secretary, at Acadia Realty Trust, 411 Theodore Fremd Avenue, Suite 
300, Rye, NY 10580. You may also call (914) 288-8100 to request a copy of the Form 10-K. Information included or referred to on our website 
is not incorporated by reference in or otherwise a part of this Form 10-K. 

CODE OF ETHICS AND WHISTLEBLOWER POLICIES 

The Board of Trustees adopted a Code of Business Conduct and Ethics applicable to all employees, as well as a “Whistleblower Policy.” Copies 
of these documents are available in the Investor Information section of our website. We intend to disclose future amendments to, or waivers from 
(with respect to our senior executive financial officers), our Code of Ethics in the Investor Information section of our website within four business 
days following the date of such amendment or waiver. 

ITEM 1A.  RISK FACTORS. 

Set forth below are the risk factors that we believe are material to our investors. You should carefully consider these risk  factors, together with 
all of the other information included in this Report, including our consolidated financial statements and the related notes thereto, before you 
decide whether to make an investment in our securities. The occurrence of any of the following risks could adversely affect our business, results 
of operations, and financial condition. In such case, the value of our Common Shares and the trading price of our securities could decline, and 
you  may lose  all or a significant part of  your investment.  This section includes or refers to certain forward-looking statements.  Refer to the 
explanation of the qualifications and limitations on such forward-looking statements discussed in the beginning of this annual report on Form 
10-K. 

The  following  risk  factors  are  not  exhaustive.  Other  sections  of  this  annual  report  on  Form  10-K  may  include  additional  factors  that  could 
adversely affect our business and financial performance. Moreover, we operate in a very competitive and rapidly changing environment. New 
risk factors emerge from time to time and it is not possible for us to predict all risk factors, nor can we assess the impact of all risk factors on our 
business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may affect our business. Investors should also refer to our quarterly reports 
on Form 10-Q and current reports on Form 8-K for future periods for material updates to these risk factors. 

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RISKS RELATED TO OUR BUSINESS AND OUR PROPERTIES 

There are risks relating to investments in real estate that may adversely affect our income and cash flow. 

Real property investments are subject to multiple risks. Real estate values are affected by a number of factors, including: changes in the general 
economic climate, local conditions (such as an oversupply of space or a reduction in demand for real estate in an area), the quality and philosophy 
of management, competition from other available space, the ability of the owner to provide adequate maintenance and insurance and to control 
variable operating costs. Retail properties, in particular, may be affected by changing perceptions of retailers or shoppers regarding the safety, 
convenience and attractiveness of the property and by the  overall climate for the retail industry. Real estate values are also affected by such 
factors as government regulations, interest rate levels, the availability of financing and potential liability under, and changes in, environmental, 
zoning, tax and other laws. A significant portion of our income is derived from rental income from real property. Our income  and cash flow 
would be adversely affected if we were unable to rent our vacant space to viable tenants on economically favorable terms. In the event of default 
by a tenant, we may experience delays in enforcing, as well as incur substantial costs to enforce, our rights as a landlord.  In addition, certain 
significant  expenditures  associated  with  each  equity  investment  (such  as  mortgage  payments,  real  estate  taxes  and  maintenance  costs)  are 
generally not reduced even though there may be a reduction in income from the investment. 

We rely on revenues derived from tenants, in particular our key tenants, and a decrease in those revenues  may adversely affect our 
ability to make distributions. 

Revenue from our properties depends primarily on the ability of our tenants to pay the full amount of rent and other charges  due under their 
leases on a timely basis. We derive significant revenues from a concentration of certain key tenants that occupy space at more than one property. 
We could be adversely affected in the event of the bankruptcy or insolvency of, or a downturn in the business of, any of our key tenants, or in 
the event that any such tenant does not renew its leases as they expire or renews such leases at lower rental rates. See “Item 2. Properties—Major 
Tenants” in this Report for quantified information with respect to the percentage of our minimum rents received from major tenants.   

Anchor tenants and co-tenancy are crucial to the success of retail properties and vacated anchor space directly and indirectly affects our 
rental revenues. 

We own properties which are supported by “anchor” tenants. Anchor tenants pay a significant portion of the total rents at a property and contribute 
to the success of other tenants by drawing large  numbers  of customers  to a property. Vacated anchor space not only directly reduces rental 
revenues, but, if not re-tenanted with a similar tenant, or one with equal consumer attraction, could adversely affect the entire shopping center 
primarily through the loss of customer drawing power. This can also occur through the exercise of the right that most anchors have, to vacate 
and prevent re-tenanting by paying rent for the balance of the lease term (“going dark”), as would the departure of a “shadow” anchor tenant that 
is owned by another landlord. In addition, in the event that certain anchor tenants cease to occupy a property, such an action may result in a 
significant number of other tenants having the contractual right to terminate their leases, or pay a reduced rent based on a  percentage of the 
tenant's sales, at the affected property, which could adversely affect the future income from such property (“co-tenancy”). Although it may not 
directly reduce our rental revenues, and there are no contractual co-tenancy conditions, vacant retail space adjacent to, or even on the same block 
as our street and urban properties may similarly affect shopper traffic and re-tenanting activities at our properties. See “Item 2. Properties—
Major Tenants” in this Report for quantified information with respect to the percentage of our minimum rents received from major tenants. 

The bankruptcy of, or a downturn in the business of, any of our  major tenants or  a significant  number of our smaller tenants  may 
adversely affect our cash flows and property values. 

The bankruptcy of, or a downturn in the business of, any of our major tenants causing them to reject their leases, or to not renew their leases as 
they expire, or renew at lower rental rates, may adversely affect our cash flows and property values. Furthermore, the impact of vacated anchor 
space and the potential reduction in customer traffic may adversely impact the balance of tenants at a shopping center. 

Historically and from time to time, certain of our tenants experienced financial difficulties and filed for bankruptcy protection, typically under 
Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code (“Chapter 11 Bankruptcy”). Pursuant to bankruptcy law, tenants have the right to reject some 
or all of their leases. In the event a tenant exercises this right, the landlord generally has the right to file a claim for lost rent equal to the greater 
of either one year's rent (including tenant expense reimbursements) for remaining terms greater than one year, or 15% of the rent remaining under 
the balance of the lease term, but not to exceed three years rent. Actual amounts to be received in satisfaction of those claims will be subject to 
the tenant's final bankruptcy plan and the availability of funds to pay its creditors. 

Our experience shows that there can be no assurance that one or more of our major tenants will be immune from bankruptcy. 

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We may not be able to renew current leases or the terms of re-letting (including the cost of concessions to tenants) may be less favorable 
to us than current lease terms. 

Upon the expiration of current leases for space located in our properties, we may not be able to re-let all or a portion of that space, or the terms 
of re-letting (including the cost of concessions to tenants) may be less favorable to us than current lease terms. If we are unable to re-let promptly 
all or a substantial portion of the space located in our properties or if the rental rates we receive upon re-letting are significantly lower than current 
rates, our net income and ability to make expected distributions to our shareholders will be adversely affected due to the resulting reduction in 
revenues. There can be no assurance that we will be able to retain tenants in any of our properties upon the expiration of their leases. See “Item 
2. Properties—Lease Expirations” in this Report for additional information as to the scheduled lease expirations in our portfolio. 

Our business is significantly influenced by demand for retail space generally, and a decrease in such demand may have a greater adverse 
effect on our business than if we owned a more diversified real estate portfolio. 

A decrease in the demand for retail space, due to the economic factors discussed above or otherwise, may have a greater adverse effect on our 
business and financial condition than if we owned a more diversified real estate portfolio. The market for retail space has been, and could continue 
to  be,  adversely  affected  by  weakness  in  the  national,  regional  and  local  economies,  the  adverse  financial  condition  of  some  large  retailing 
companies, the ongoing consolidation in the retail sector, the excess amount of retail space in a number of markets, and increasing consumer 
purchases through the Internet. To the extent that any of these conditions occur, they are likely to negatively affect market rents for retail space 
and could materially and adversely affect our financial condition, results of operations, cash flow, the trading price of our common shares and 
our ability to satisfy our debt service obligations and to pay distributions to our shareholders. 

E-commerce can have an impact on our business because it may cause a downturn in the business of our current tenants and affect 
future leases. 

The use of the internet by consumers continues to gain in popularity. The migration toward e-commerce is expected to continue. This increase in 
internet sales could result in a downturn in the business of our current tenants in their “brick and mortar” locations and could affect the way future 
tenants lease space. 

While we devote considerable effort and resources to analyze and respond to tenant trends, preferences and consumer spending  patterns, we 
cannot predict with certainty what future tenants will want, what future retail spaces will look like and how much revenue will be generated at 
traditional “bricks and mortar” locations. If we are unable to anticipate and respond promptly to trends in the market because of the illiquid nature 
of real estate (See the Risk Factor entitled, “Our ability to change our portfolio is limited because real estate investments are illiquid” below), our 
occupancy levels and financial results could suffer. 

The economic environment may cause us to lose tenants and may impair our ability to borrow money to purchase properties, refinance 
existing debt or finance our current development projects. 

Our operations and performance depend on general economic conditions, including the health of the consumer. The U.S. economy has historically 
experienced financial downturns from time to time, including a decline in consumer spending, credit tightening and high unemployment. 

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While we currently believe we have adequate sources of liquidity, there can be no assurance that we will be able to obtain secured or unsecured 
loan  facilities  to  meet  our  needs,  including  to  purchase  additional  properties,  to  complete  current  development  projects,  or  to  successfully 
refinance our properties as loans become due. To the extent that the availability of credit is limited, it would also adversely impact our notes 
receivable as counterparties may not be able to obtain the financing required to repay the loans upon maturity. 

Certain sectors of the United States economy are still experiencing weakness. Over the past several years, this structural weakness has resulted 
in  periods  of  high  unemployment,  the  bankruptcy  or  weakened  financial  condition  of  a  number  of  retailers,  decreased  consumer  spending, 
increased home foreclosures, low consumer confidence, and reduced demand and rental rates for certain retail space. There can be no assurance 
that the recovery will continue. General economic factors that are beyond our control, including, but not limited to, economic recessions, decreases 
in  consumer  confidence,  reductions  in  consumer  credit  availability,  increasing  consumer  debt  levels,  rising  energy  costs,  higher  tax  rates, 
continued business layoffs, downsizing and industry slowdowns, and/or rising inflation, could have a negative impact on the business of our 
retail tenants. In turn, this could have a material adverse effect on our business because current or prospective tenants may, among other things, 
(i) have difficulty paying their rent obligations as they struggle to sell goods and services to consumers, (ii) be unwilling to enter into or renew 
leases with us on favorable terms or at all, (iii) seek to terminate their existing leases with us or request rental concessions on such leases, or (iv) 
be forced to curtail operations or declare bankruptcy. 

Political and economic uncertainty could have an adverse effect on our business. 

We cannot predict how current political and economic uncertainty, including uncertainty related to taxation, will affect our critical tenants, joint 
venture partners, lenders, financial institutions and general economic conditions, including the health and confidence of the consumer and the 
volatility of the stock market. 

Political and economic uncertainty poses a risk to us in that it may cause consumers to postpone discretionary spending in response to tighter 
credit, reduced consumer confidence and other macroeconomic factors affecting consumer spending behavior, resulting in a downturn in the 
business of our tenants. In the event current political and economic uncertainty results in financial turmoil affecting the banking system and 
financial markets generally or significant financial service institution failures, there could be a new or incremental tightening in the credit markets, 
low liquidity, and extreme volatility in fixed income, credit, currency and equity markets. Each of these could have an adverse effect on our 
business, financial condition and operating results. 

Inflation may adversely affect our financial condition and results of operations. 

Increased inflation could have a more pronounced negative impact on our mortgage and debt interest and general and administrative expenses, 
as these costs could increase at a rate higher than our rents. Also, inflation may adversely affect tenant leases with stated rent increases or limits 
on such tenant’s obligation to pay its share of operating expenses, which could be lower than the increase in inflation at any given time. It may 
also limit our ability to recover all of our operating expenses. Inflation could also have an adverse effect on consumer spending, which could 
impact our tenants’ sales and, in turn, our average rents, and in some cases, our percentage rents, where applicable. In addition, renewals of 
leases or future leases may not be negotiated on current terms, in which event we may recover a smaller percentage of our operating expenses. 

Many of our real estate costs are fixed, even if income from our properties decreases, which would cause a decrease in revenue. 

Our financial results depend primarily on leasing space at our properties to tenants on terms favorable to us. Costs associated with real estate 
investment, such as real estate taxes, insurance and maintenance costs, generally are not reduced even when a property is not fully occupied, 
rental rates decrease, or other circumstances cause a reduction in income from the property. As a result, cash flow from the operations of our 
properties  may  be  reduced  if  a  tenant  does  not  pay  its  rent  or  we  are  unable  to  fully  lease  our  properties  on  favorable  terms.  Additionally, 
properties that we develop or redevelop may not produce any significant revenue immediately, and the cash flow from existing operations may 
be insufficient to pay the operating expenses and debt service associated with such projects until they are fully occupied. 

Our ability to change our portfolio is limited because real estate investments are illiquid. 

Equity  investments  in  real  estate  are  relatively  illiquid  and,  therefore,  our  ability  to  change  our  portfolio  promptly  in  response  to  changed 
conditions is limited, which could adversely affect our financial condition and results of operations and our ability to pay dividends and make 
distributions. In addition, the Code contains restrictions on a REITs ability to dispose of properties that are not applicable to other types of real 
estate companies. Our Board of Trustees  may establish investment criteria or limitations as it deems appropriate, but  our Board of Trustees 
currently does not limit the number of properties in which we may seek to invest or on the concentration of investments in any one geographic 
region. As discussed under the heading “Our Board of Trustees may change our investment policy without shareholder approval”  below, we 
could  change  our  investment,  disposition  and  financing  policies  and  objectives  without  a  vote  of  our  shareholders,  but  such  change  may  be 
delayed or more difficult to implement due to the illiquidity of real estate. 

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Although we have historically used moderate levels of leverage, if we employed higher levels of leverage, it would result in increased risk 
of default on our obligations and in an increase in debt service requirements, which could adversely affect our financial condition and 
results of operations and our ability to pay dividends and make distributions. In addition, the viability of the interest rate hedges we use 
is subject to the strength of the counterparties. 

We have incurred, and expect to continue to incur, indebtedness to support our activities. As of December 31, 2018, our outstanding indebtedness 
was  $1,560.3  million,  of  which  $558.7  million  was  variable  rate  indebtedness.  None  of  our  Declaration  of  Trust,  our  bylaws  or  any  policy 
statement formally adopted by our Board of Trustees limits either the total amount of indebtedness or the specified percentage of indebtedness 
that we may incur. Accordingly, we could become more highly leveraged, resulting in increased risk of default on our financial obligations and 
in an increase in debt service requirements. This in turn could adversely affect our financial condition, results of operations and our ability to 
make distributions. 

Variable rate debt exposes us to changes in interest rates. Interest expense on our variable rate debt as of December 31, 2018 would increase by 
$5.6 million annually for a 100-basis-point increase in interest rates. This exposure would increase if we seek additional variable rate financing 
based on pricing and other commercial and financial terms. 

We enter into interest rate hedging transactions, including interest rate swap and cap agreements, with counterparties, generally, the same lenders 
who made the loan in question. There can be no guarantee that the future financial condition of these counterparties will enable them to fulfill 
their obligations under these agreements. 

Increases in interest rates would cause our borrowing costs to rise and may limit our ability to refinance debt. 

Although a significant amount of our outstanding debt has fixed interest rates, we also borrow funds at variable interest rates. Increases in 
interest rates would increase our interest expense on any outstanding unhedged variable rate debt and would affect the terms under which we 
refinance our existing debt as it matures, which would adversely affect our cash flow, financial condition and results of operations. 

Competition may adversely affect our ability to purchase properties and to attract and retain tenants. 

There are numerous commercial developers, real estate companies, financial institutions and other investors with greater financial resources than 
we have that compete with us in seeking properties for acquisition and tenants who will lease space in our properties. Our competitors include 
other REITs, financial institutions, private funds, insurance companies, pension funds, private companies, family offices, sovereign wealth funds 
and individuals. This competition may result in a higher cost for properties than we wish to pay. In addition, retailers at our properties (both in 
our Core Portfolio and in the portfolios of the Funds) face increasing competition from outlet malls, discount shopping clubs, e-commerce, direct 
mail and telemarketing, which could (i) reduce rents payable to us and (ii) reduce our ability to attract and retain tenants at our properties leading 
to increased vacancy rates at our properties. 

We could be adversely affected by poor market conditions where our properties are geographically concentrated. 

Our performance depends on the economic conditions in markets in which our properties are concentrated. We have significant exposure to the 
greater New York and Chicago metropolitan regions, from which we derive 36.4% and 28.0% of the annual base rents within our Core Portfolio, 
respectively and 30.0% and 6.0% of annual base rents within our Funds, respectively. Our operating results could be adversely affected if market 
conditions, such as an oversupply of space or a reduction in demand for real estate, in these areas occur. 

We have pursued, and may in the future continue to pursue extensive growth opportunities, including investing in new markets, which 
may result in significant demands on our operational, administrative and financial resources. 

We are pursuing extensive growth opportunities, some of which have been, and in the future may be, in locations in which we have not historically 
invested. This expansion places significant demands on our operational, administrative and financial resources. The continued growth of our real 
estate portfolio can be expected to continue to place a significant strain on our resources. Our future performance will depend in part on our 
ability to successfully attract and retain qualified management personnel to manage the growth and operations of our business. In addition, the 
acquired properties may fail to operate at expected levels due to the numerous factors that may affect the value of real estate. There can be no 
assurance that we will have sufficient resources to identify and manage the properties. 

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Our inability to raise capital for our Funds or to carry out our growth strategy could adversely affect our financial condition and 
results of operations. 

Our earnings  growth strategy is based on the acquisition and development of additional properties, including acquisitions of core properties 
through  our  Operating  Partnership  and  our  high  return  investment  programs  through  our  Fund  platform.  The  consummation  of  any  future 
acquisitions will be subject to satisfactory completion of our extensive valuation analysis and due diligence review and to the negotiation of 
definitive  documentation.  We  cannot  be  sure  that  we  will  be  able  to  implement  our  strategy  because  we  may  have  difficulty  finding  new 
properties, obtaining necessary entitlements, negotiating with new or existing tenants or securing acceptable financing. Furthermore, if we were 
unable to obtain sufficient investor capital commitments in order to initiate future Funds, this would adversely impact our current growth strategy. 

Acquisitions of additional properties entail the risk that investments will fail to perform in accordance with expectations, including operating and 
leasing expectations. In the context of our business plan, “development” generally means an expansion or renovation of an existing property. 
Development is subject to numerous risks, including risks of construction delays, cost overruns or uncontrollable events that may increase project 
costs, new project commencement risks such as the receipt of zoning, occupancy and other required governmental approvals and permits, and 
incurring development costs in connection with projects that are not pursued to completion. 

Historically, a component of our growth strategy has been through private-equity type investments made through our RCP Venture. These have 
included investments in operating retailers. The inability of the retailers to operate profitably would have an adverse impact on income realized 
from these investments. Through our investments in joint ventures we have also invested in operating businesses that have operational risk in 
addition to the risks associated with real estate investments, including among other risks, human capital issues, adequate supply of product and 
material, and merchandising issues. 

Our development and construction activities could affect our operating results. 

We  intend  to  continue  the  selective  development  and  construction  of  retail  properties  (see  “Item  1.  Business  —Investing  Activities–Funds–
Development Activities”). 

As  opportunities  arise,  we  may  delay  construction  until  sufficient  pre-leasing  is  reached  and  financing  is  in  place.  Our  development  and 
construction activities include risks that: 

•  We may abandon development opportunities after expending resources to determine feasibility; 
•  Construction costs of a project may exceed our original estimates; 
•  Occupancy rates and rents at a newly completed property may not be sufficient to make the property profitable; 
• 
•  We  may  not  complete  construction  and  lease-up  on  schedule,  resulting  in  increased  debt  service  expense  and  construction  costs, 

Financing for development of a property may not be available to us on favorable terms; 

including labor and material costs; and 

•  We may  not be able to obtain, or may experience delays in obtaining necessary zoning and land use approvals as  well as building, 

occupancy and other required governmental permits and authorizations. 

In  addition,  the  entitlement  and  development  of  real  estate  entails  extensive  approval  processes,  sometimes  involving  multiple  regulatory 
jurisdictions. It is common for a project to require multiple approvals, permits and consents from U.S. federal, state and local governing and 
regulatory bodies. Compliance with these and other regulations and standards is time intensive and costly and may require additional long range 
infrastructure review and approvals which can add to project cost. In addition, development of properties containing delineated wetlands may 
require one or more permits from the U.S. federal government and/or state and local governmental agencies. Any of these issues can materially 
affect the cost, timing and economic viability of our development and redevelopment projects. 

At times, we may also be required to use unionized construction workers or to pay the prevailing wage in a jurisdiction to unionized workers. 
Due to the  highly labor intensive and price  competitive nature of the construction business, the cost of  unionization  and/or  prevailing  wage 
requirements for new developments or redevelopments could be substantial. Unionization and prevailing wage requirements could adversely 
affect a project’s profitability. In addition, union activity or a union workforce could increase the risk of a strike, which would adversely affect 
our ability to meet our construction timetables, which could adversely affect our reputation and our results of operations. 

Additionally, the time frame required for development, construction and lease-up of these properties means that we may not realize a significant 
cash return for several years. If any of the above events occur, the development of properties may hinder our growth and have an adverse effect 
on our results of operations and cash flows. In addition, new development activities, regardless of whether or not they are ultimately successful, 
typically require substantial time and attention from management. 

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Developments and acquisitions may fail to perform as expected which could adversely affect our results of operations. 

Our investment strategy includes the development and acquisition of retail properties in supply constrained markets in densely populated areas 
with high average household incomes and significant barriers to entry. The development and acquisition of properties entails risks that include 
the following, any of which could adversely affect our results of operations and our ability to meet our obligations: 

•  The property may fail to achieve the returns we have projected, either temporarily or for extended periods; 
•  We may not be able to identify suitable properties to acquire or may be unable to complete the acquisition of the properties we identify; 
•  We may not be able to integrate an acquisition into our existing operations successfully; 
• 

Properties we redevelop or acquire may fail to achieve the occupancy or rental rates we project, within the time frames we project, in 
each case, at the time we make the decision to invest, which may result in the properties' failure to achieve the returns we projected; 
•  Our pre-acquisition evaluation of the physical condition of each new investment may not detect certain defects or identify necessary 
repairs until after the property is acquired, which could significantly increase our total acquisition costs or decrease cash flow from the 
property; and 

•  Our investigation of a property or building prior to our acquisition, and any representations we may receive from the seller  of such 
building or property, may fail to reveal various liabilities, which could reduce the cash flow from the property or increase our acquisition 
cost. 

We operate through a partnership structure, which could have an adverse effect on our ability to manage our assets. 

Our primary property-owning vehicle is the Operating Partnership, of which we are the general partner. Our acquisition of properties through the 
Operating Partnership in exchange for interests in the Operating Partnership may permit certain tax deferral advantages to limited partners who 
contribute  properties  to  the  Operating  Partnership.  Since  properties  contributed  to  the  Operating  Partnership  may  have  unrealized  gains 
attributable  to  the  differences  between  the  fair  market  value  and  adjusted  tax  basis  in  such  properties  prior  to  contribution,  the  sale  of  such 
properties could cause adverse tax consequences to the limited partners who contributed such properties. Although we, as the general partner of 
the Operating Partnership, generally have no obligation to consider the tax consequences of our actions to any limited partner, we own several 
properties subject to material contractual restrictions for varying periods of time designed to minimize the adverse tax consequences to the limited 
partners who contributed such properties. Such restrictions may result in significantly reduced flexibility to manage some of our assets. 

We currently have an exclusive obligation to seek investments for our Funds which may prevent us from making acquisitions directly. 

Under the terms of the organizational documents of our current Fund, our primary goal is to seek investments for the Fund, subject to certain 
exceptions. We may only pursue opportunities to acquire retail properties directly through the Operating Partnership if (i) the ownership of the 
acquisition opportunity by the Fund would create a material conflict of interest for us; (ii) we require the acquisition opportunity for a “like-kind” 
exchange; (iii) the consideration payable for the acquisition opportunity is our Common Shares, OP Units or other securities or (iv) the investment 
is outside the parameters of our investment goals for the Fund (which, in general, seeks more opportunistic level returns). As a result, we may 
not be able to make attractive acquisitions directly and instead may only receive a minority interest in such acquisitions through the Fund. 

Our joint venture investments carry additional risks not present in our direct investments. 

Partnership or joint venture investments may involve risks not otherwise present for investments made solely by us, including the possibility that 
our partner or co-venturer might become bankrupt, and that our partner or co-venturer may take action contrary to our instructions, requests, 
policies or objectives, including with respect to maintaining our qualification as a REIT. Other risks of joint venture investments include impasse 
on decisions, such as a sale, because neither we nor a joint venture partner may have full control over the joint venture. Also, there is no limitation 
under our organizational documents as to the amount of our funds that may be invested in joint ventures. 

Additionally, our partners or co-venturers may engage in malfeasance in spite of our efforts to perform a high level of due diligence on them. 
Such acts may or may not be covered by insurance. Finally, partners and co-venturers may engage in illegal activities which may jeopardize an 
investment and/or subject us to reputational risk. 

Any disputes that may arise between joint venture partners and us may result in litigation or arbitration that would  increase our expenses and 
prevent our officers and/or trustees from focusing their time and effort on our business. Consequently, actions by or disputes with joint venture 
partners might result in subjecting properties owned by the joint venture to additional risk. In addition, we may in certain circumstances be liable 
for the actions of our third-party joint venture partners. 

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Historically, Fund I, Mervyns I and Fund III have provided Promote income. There can be no assurance that our joint ventures  will continue to 
operate  profitably  and  thus  provide  additional  Promote  income  in  the  future.  These  factors  could  limit  the  return  that  we  receive  from  such 
investments or cause our cash flows to be lower than our estimates. In addition, a partner or co-venturer may not have access to sufficient capital 
to satisfy its funding obligations to the joint venture. 

Our structured financing portfolio is subject to specific risks relating to the structure and terms of the instruments and the underlying 
collateral. 

We  invest  in  notes  receivables  and  preferred  equity  investments  that  are  collateralized  by  the  underlying  real  estate,  a  direct  interest  or  the 
borrower’s ownership interest in the  entities that own the  properties and/or by the borrower’s personal guarantee. The  underlying assets are 
sometimes subordinate in payment and collateral to more senior loans. The ability of a borrower or entity to make payments on these investments 
may be subject to the senior lender and/or the performance of the underlying real estate. In the event of a default by the borrower or entity on its 
senior loan, our investment will only be satisfied after the senior loan and we may not be able to recover the full value of the investment. In the 
event of a bankruptcy of an entity in which we have a preferred equity interest, or in which the borrower has pledged its interest, the assets of the 
entity may not be sufficient to satisfy our investment. 

Our real estate assets may be subject to impairment charges.   

We periodically assess whether there are any indicators that the value of our real estate assets and other investments may be impaired. A property’s 
value is considered to be impaired only if the estimated aggregate future undiscounted property cash flows are less than the carrying value of the 
property. In our estimate of cash flows, we consider factors such as trends and prospects and the effects of demand and competition on expected 
future operating income. If we are evaluating the potential sale of an asset or redevelopment alternatives, the undiscounted future cash flows 
consider the most likely course of action as of the balance sheet date based on current plans, intended holding periods and available  market 
information. We are required to make subjective assessments as to whether there are impairments in the value of our real estate assets and other 
investments. Impairment charges have an immediate direct impact on our earnings. There can be no assurance that we will not take additional 
charges in the future related to the impairment of our assets. Any future impairment could have a material adverse effect on our operating results 
in the period in which the charge is taken.       

Market factors could have an adverse effect on our share price and our ability to access the public equity markets. 

The market price of our Common Shares or other securities may fluctuate significantly in response to many factors, including: 

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changes in our earnings estimates or those of analysts; 
changes in our dividend policy; 
impairment charges affecting the carrying value of one or more of our Properties or other assets; 
publication of research reports about us, the retail industry or the real estate industry generally; 
increases in market interest rates that lead purchasers of our securities to seek higher dividend or interest rate yields; 
changes in market valuations of similar companies; 
adverse market reaction to the amount of our outstanding debt at any time, the amount of our maturing debt in the near and medium 
term and our ability to refinance such debt and the terms thereof or our plans to incur additional debt in the future; 
additions or departures of key management personnel; 
actions by institutional security holders; 
proposed or adopted regulatory or legislative changes or developments; 
speculation in the press or investment community; 
the occurrence of any of the other risk factors included in, or incorporated by reference in, this report; and 
general market and economic conditions. 

Many of the factors listed above are beyond our control. Those factors may cause the market price of our Common Shares or other securities to 
decline significantly, regardless of our financial performance and condition and prospects. It is impossible to provide any assurance that the 
market price of our Common Shares or other securities will not fall in the future, and it may be difficult for holders to sell such securities at prices 
they find attractive, or at all. A decline in our share price, as a result of this or other market factors, could unfavorably impact our ability to raise 
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RISKS RELATED TO STRUCTURE AND MANAGEMENT 

The loss of a key executive officer could have an adverse effect on us. 

Our success depends on the contribution of key management members. The loss of the services of Kenneth F. Bernstein, President and Chief 
Executive  Officer,  or  other  key  executive-level  employees  could  have  a  material  adverse  effect  on  our  results  of  operations.  Management 
continues  to  strengthen  our  team  and  provide  for  succession  planning,  but  there  can  be  no  assurance  that  such  planning  will  be  capable  of 
implementation or of the success of such efforts. We have obtained key-man life insurance for Mr. Bernstein. In addition, we have entered into 
an employment agreement with Mr. Bernstein; however, the employment agreement can be terminated by Mr. Bernstein at his discretion. We 
have not entered into employment agreements with other key executive-level employees. 

Our Board of Trustees may change our investment policy or objectives without shareholder approval. 

Our  Board  of  Trustees  may  determine  to  change  our  investment  and  financing  policies  or  objectives,  our  growth  strategy  and  our  debt, 
capitalization, distribution, acquisition, disposition and operating policies. Our Board of Trustees may establish investment criteria or limitations 
as it deems appropriate, but currently does not limit the number of properties in which we may seek to invest or on the concentration of investments 
in any one geographic region. Although our Board of Trustees has no present intention to revise or amend our strategies and policies, it may do 
so at any time  without a vote by our shareholders. Accordingly, the results of decisions  made by our Board of Trustees as implemented by 
management  may  or  may  not  serve  the  interests  of  all  of  our  shareholders  and  could  adversely  affect  our  financial  condition  or  results  of 
operations, including our ability to distribute cash to shareholders or qualify as a REIT. 

Distribution requirements imposed by law limit our operating flexibility. 

To maintain our status as a REIT for Federal income tax purposes, we are generally required to distribute to our shareholders at least 90% of our 
taxable income for each calendar year. Our taxable income is determined without regard to any deduction for dividends paid and by excluding 
net capital gains. To the extent that we satisfy the distribution requirement, but distribute less than 100% of our taxable income, we will be subject 
to Federal corporate income tax on our undistributed income. In addition, we will incur a 4% nondeductible excise tax on the amount, if any, by 
which our distributions in any year are less than the sum of (i) 85% of our ordinary income for that year; (ii) 95% of our capital gain net income 
for that year; and (iii) 100% of our undistributed taxable income from prior years. We intend to continue to make distributions to our shareholders 
to  comply  with  the  distribution  requirements  of  the  Internal  Revenue  Code  and  to  minimize  exposure  to  Federal  income  and  excise  taxes. 
Differences in timing between the receipt of income and the payment of expenses in determining our income as well as required debt amortization 
payments and the capitalization of certain expenses could require us to borrow funds on a short-term basis to meet the distribution requirements 
that are necessary to achieve the tax benefits associated with qualifying as a REIT. The distribution requirements also severely limit our ability 
to retain earnings to acquire and improve properties or retire outstanding debt. 

Changes in accounting standards may adversely impact our financial results. 

The Financial Accounting Standards Board (the “FASB”), in conjunction with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, has issued several 
key pronouncements that will impact how we currently account for our material transactions, including, but not limited to, lease accounting, 
business combinations and the recognition of other revenues. In addition, the FASB has the ability to introduce new projects to its agenda which 
may also impact how we account for our material transactions. At this time, we are unable to predict with certainty which, if any, proposals may 
be passed, what new legislation may be implemented or what level of impact any such proposal could have on the presentation of our consolidated 
financial statements, our results of operations and our financial ratios required by our debt covenants. 

Concentration of ownership by certain investors. 

As of December 31, 2018, five institutional shareholders own 5% or more individually, and 59.3% in the aggregate, of our Common Shares. 
While this ownership concentration does not jeopardize our qualification as a REIT (due to certain “look-through provisions”), a  significant 
concentration of ownership may allow an investor or a group of investors to exert a greater influence over our management and affairs and may 
have the effect of delaying, deferring or preventing a change in control of us. 

Restrictions on a potential change of control could prevent changes that would be beneficial to our shareholders. 

Our Board of Trustees is authorized by our Declaration of Trust to establish and issue one or more series of preferred shares of beneficial interest 
without shareholder approval. We have not established any series of preferred shares other than the Series A and Series C Preferred Operating 
Partnership Units. However, the establishment and issuance of a class or series of preferred shares could make a change of control of us that 
could be in the  best interests of the shareholders  more difficult. In addition,  we have entered into an employment agreement  with our Chief 
Executive Officer and severance agreements are in place with certain of our executives which provide that, upon the occurrence of a change in 

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control of us and either the termination of their employment without cause (as defined) or their resignation for good reason (as defined), those 
executive officers would be entitled to certain termination or severance payments made by us (which may include a lump sum payment equal to 
defined  percentages  of  annual  salary  and  prior  years'  average  bonuses,  paid  in  accordance  with  the  terms  and  conditions  of  the  respective 
agreement), which could deter a change of control of us that could be in the best interests of our shareholders generally. 

Certain provisions of Maryland law may limit the ability of a third party to acquire control of our Company. 

Under  the  Maryland  General  Corporation  Law,  as  amended,  which  we  refer  to  as  the  “MGCL,”  as  applicable  to  REITs,  certain  “business 
combinations,” including certain mergers, consolidations, share exchanges and asset transfers and certain issuances and reclassifications of equity 
securities, between a Maryland REIT and any person who beneficially owns 10% or more of the voting power of the REIT's outstanding voting 
shares or an affiliate or an associate, as defined in the MGCL, of the REIT who, at any time within the two-year period immediately prior to the 
date in question, was the beneficial owner of 10% or more of the voting power of the then-outstanding shares of beneficial interest of the REIT, 
which we refer to as an “interested shareholder,” or an affiliate of the interested shareholder, are prohibited for five years after the most recent 
date on which the interested shareholder becomes an interested shareholder. After that five-year period, any such business combination must be 
recommended by the board of trustees of the REIT and approved by the affirmative vote of at least (i) 80% of the votes entitled to be cast by 
holders of outstanding voting shares of beneficial interest of the REIT and (ii) two-thirds of the votes entitled to be cast by holders of voting 
shares of the REIT other than shares held by the interested shareholder with whom, or with whose affiliate, the business combination is to be 
effected or held by an affiliate or associate of the interested shareholder, unless, among other conditions, the REIT's common shareholders receive 
a minimum price, as defined in the MGCL, for their shares and the consideration is received in cash or in the same form as previously paid by 
the interested shareholder for its Common Shares. 

These provisions of the MGCL do not apply, however, to business combinations that are approved or exempted by the board of trustees of the 
REIT before the interested shareholder becomes an interested shareholder, and a person is not an interested shareholder if the board of trustees 
approved in advance the transaction by which the person otherwise would have become an interested shareholder. In approving a transaction, 
our Board of Trustees may provide that its approval is subject to compliance, at or after the time of approval, with any terms and conditions 
determined by the Board. We have not elected to opt out of the business combination statute. 

The MGCL also provides that holders of “control shares” of a Maryland REIT  (defined as voting shares that, when aggregated with all other 
shares owned by the acquirer or in respect of which the acquirer is entitled to exercise or direct the exercise of voting power (except solely by 
virtue of a revocable proxy), would entitle the acquirer to exercise one of three increasing ranges of voting power in electing trustees) acquired 
in a “control share acquisition” (defined as the direct or indirect acquisition of ownership or control of “control shares”)  have no voting rights 
except to the extent approved by the affirmative vote of holders of at least two-thirds of all the votes entitled to be cast on the matter, excluding 
shares owned by the acquirer, by officers or by employees who are also trustees of the REIT. Our Bylaws contain a provision exempting from 
the control share acquisition statute any and all acquisitions by any person of our shares of beneficial interest. Our Bylaws can be amended by 
our Board of Trustees by majority vote, and there can be no assurance that this provision will not be amended or eliminated at any time in the 
future. 

Additionally, Title 3, Subtitle 8 of the MGCL permits our Board of Trustees, without shareholder approval and regardless of what is currently 
provided in our Declaration of Trust or Bylaws, to elect to be subject to certain provisions relating to corporate governance that may have the 
effect of delaying, deferring or preventing a transaction or a change of control of our Company that might involve a premium to the market price 
of our Common Shares or otherwise be in the best interests of our shareholders. We are subject to some of these provisions (for example, a two-
thirds vote requirement for removing a trustee) by provisions of our Declaration of Trust and Bylaws unrelated to Subtitle 8. However, pursuant 
to the Articles Supplementary filed November 9, 2017, which are referenced in Part IV Item 15 hereto, the Board of Trustees approved a resolution 
to opt out of Section 3-803 of Subtitle 8 of Title 3 of the MGCL that allows the Board, without shareholder approval, to elect to classify into 
three classes with staggered three-year terms. The Articles Supplementary prohibit the Company, without the affirmative vote of a majority of 
the votes cast on the matter by shareholders entitled to vote generally in the election of trustees, from classifying the Board. 

Becoming subject to, or the potential to become subject to, these provisions of the MGCL could inhibit, delay or prevent a transaction or a change 
of control of our Company that might involve a premium price for our shareholders or otherwise be in our or their best interests. In addition, the 
provisions  of  our  Declaration  of  Trust  on  removal  of  trustees  and  the  provisions  of  our  Bylaws  regarding  advance  notice  of  shareholder 
nominations of trustees and other business proposals and restricting shareholder action outside of a shareholders meeting unless such action is 
taken by unanimous written consent could have a similar effect. 

Our rights and shareholders' rights to take action against trustees and officers are limited, which could limit recourse in the event of 
actions not in the best interests of shareholders. 

As permitted by Maryland law, our Declaration of Trust eliminates the liability of our trustees and officers to the Company and its shareholders 
for money damages, except for liability resulting from: 

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a final judgment based upon a finding of active and deliberate dishonesty by the trustee or officer that was material to the cause of 
action adjudicated. 

In  addition,  our  Declaration  of  Trust  authorizes,  and  our  Bylaws  obligate,  us  to  indemnify  each  present  or  former  trustee  or  officer,  to  the 
maximum extent permitted by Maryland law, who is made a party to any proceeding because of his or her service to our Company in those or 
certain other capacities. As part of these indemnification obligations, we may be obligated to fund the defense costs incurred by our trustees and 
officers. 

Outages, computer viruses and similar events could disrupt our operations. 

We rely on information technology networks and systems, some of which are owned and operated by third parties, to process, transmit and store 
electronic information. Any of these systems may be susceptible to outages due to fire, floods, power loss, telecommunications failures, terrorist 
or cyber-attacks and similar events. Despite the implementation of network security measures, our systems and those of third parties on which 
we rely may also be vulnerable to computer viruses and similar disruptions. If we or the third parties on whom we rely are unable to prevent such 
outages and breaches, our operations could be disrupted. 

Increased Information Technology (“IT”) security threats and more sophisticated computer crime could pose a risk to our systems, 
networks and services. 

Cyber incidents can result from deliberate attacks or unintentional events. There have been an increased number of significant cyber-attacks 
targeted at the retail, insurance, financial and banking industries that include, but are not limited to, gaining unauthorized access to digital systems 
for purposes of misappropriating assets or sensitive information, corrupting data or causing operational disruption. Cyber-attacks may also be 
carried out in a manner that does not require gaining unauthorized access, such as by causing denial-of-service attacks on websites. Cyber-attacks 
by  third  parties  or  insiders  utilize  techniques  that  range  from  highly  sophisticated  efforts  to  electronically  circumvent  network  security  or 
overwhelm a website to more traditional intelligence gathering and social engineering aimed at obtaining information necessary to gain access. 

Increased global IT security threats are more sophisticated and targeted computer crimes pose a risk to the security of our systems and networks 
and the confidentiality, availability and integrity of our data. The open nature of interconnected technologies may allow for a network or Web 
outage or a privacy breach that reveals sensitive data or transmission of harmful/malicious code to business partners and clients. The techniques 
used to obtain unauthorized access, disable or degrade service, or sabotage systems change frequently and may be difficult to detect for long 
periods of time, we may be unable to anticipate these techniques or implement adequate preventive measures. 

Cyber-attacks may cause substantial cost and other negative consequences, which may include, but are not limited to: 

•  Compromising of confidential information; 
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Remediation  may  include  incentives  offered  to  customers,  tenants  or  other  business  partners  in  an  effort  to  maintain  the  business 
relationships or due to legal requirements imposed; 

System downtimes and operational disruptions; 

•  Loss of revenues resulting from unauthorized use of proprietary information; 
•  Cost to deploy additional protection strategies, training employees and engaging third party experts and consultants; 
•  Reputational damage adversely affecting investor confidence; and 
•  Litigation. 

While we attempt to mitigate these risks by employing a number of measures, including a dedicated IT team, employee training and background 
checks,  maintenance  of  backup  systems,  utilization  of  third-party  service  providers  to  provide  redundancy  over  multiple  locations,  and 
comprehensive monitoring of our networks and systems along with purchasing cyber security insurance coverage, our systems, networks and 
services remain potentially vulnerable to advanced threats. 

If a Third-Party Vendor fails to provide agreed upon services, we may suffer losses. 

We are dependent and rely on third party  vendors including Cloud providers for redundancy of our network, system  data, security and data 
integrity.  If  a  vendor  fails  to provide  services  as  agreed,  suffers  outages,  business  interruptions,  financial  difficulties  or  bankruptcy  we  may 
experience service interruption, delays or loss of information. Cloud computing is dependent upon having access to an internet connection in 
order  to  retrieve  data.  If  a  natural  disaster,  blackout  or  other  unforeseen  event  were  to  occur  that  disrupted  the  ability  to  obtain  an  internet 

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access, use and disclosure of personal information. We engage vendors with formal written agreements clearly defining the roles of the parties 
specifying privacy and data security responsibilities. 

Use of social media may adversely impact our reputation and business. 

There has been a significant increase in the use of social media platforms, including weblogs, social media websites and other forms of Internet-
based communications, which allow individuals access to a broad audience, including our significant business constituents. The availability of 
information through these platforms is virtually immediate as is its impact and may be posted at any time without affording us an opportunity to 
redress or correct it timely. This information may be adverse to our interests, may be inaccurate and may harm our reputation, brand image, 
goodwill, performance, prospects or business. Furthermore, these platforms increase the risk of unauthorized disclosure of material non-public 
Company information. 

Climate change and catastrophic risk from natural perils could adversely affect our properties. 

Some of our current properties could be subject to potential natural or other disasters. We may acquire properties that are located in areas which 
are subject to natural disasters. Any properties located in coastal regions would therefore be affected by any future increases in sea levels or in 
the frequency or severity of hurricanes and tropical storms, whether such increases are caused by global climate changes or other factors. 

Climate change is a long-term change in the statistical distribution of weather patterns over periods of time that range from decades to millions 
of years. It may be a change in the average weather conditions or a change in the distribution of weather events with respect to an average, for 
example, greater or fewer extreme weather events. Climate change may be limited to a specific region, or may occur across the whole Earth. 

There may be significant physical effects of climate change that have the potential to have a material effect on our business and operations. These 
effects can impact our personnel, physical assets, tenants and overall operations. 

Physical impacts of climate change may include: 

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As a result of these physical impacts from climate-related events, we may be vulnerable to the following: 

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weather, such as hurricanes or floods; 
Increased insurance premiums and deductibles, or a decrease in the availability of coverage, for properties in areas subject  to severe 
weather; 
Increased insurance claims and liabilities; 
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•  Decreased consumer demand for consumer products or services resulting from physical changes associated with climate change (e.g., 
warmer  temperatures  or  decreasing  shoreline  could  reduce  demand  for  residential  and  commercial  properties  previously  viewed  as 
desirable); 
Incorrect long-term valuation of an equity investment due to changing conditions not previously anticipated at the time of the investment; 
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We are exposed to possible liability relating to environmental matters. 

Under various Federal, state and local environmental laws, statutes, ordinances, rules and regulations, as an owner of real property, we may be 
liable for the costs of removal or remediation of certain hazardous or toxic substances at, on, in or under our  property, as well as certain other 
potential  costs  relating  to  hazardous  or  toxic  substances  (including  government  fines  and  penalties  and  damages  for  injuries  to  persons  and 
adjacent property). These laws may impose liability without regard to whether we knew of, or were responsible for, the presence or disposal of 
those substances. This liability may be imposed on us in connection with the activities of an operator of, or tenant at, the  property. The cost of 
any required remediation, removal, fines or personal or property damages and our liability therefore could exceed the value of the property and/or 
our aggregate assets. In addition, the presence of those substances, or the failure to properly dispose of or remove those substances, may adversely 
affect our ability to sell or rent that property or to borrow using that property as collateral, which, in turn, could reduce our revenues and affect 
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A property can also be adversely affected either through physical contamination or by virtue of an adverse effect upon value attributable to the 
migration of hazardous or toxic substances, or other contaminants that have or may have emanated from other properties. Although our tenants 
are primarily responsible for any environmental damages and claims related to the leased premises, in the event of the bankruptcy or inability of 
any of our tenants to satisfy any obligations with respect to the property leased to that tenant, we may be required to satisfy such obligations. In 
addition, we may be held directly liable for any such damages or claims irrespective of the provisions of any lease. 

From time to time, in connection with the conduct of our business, and prior to the acquisition of any property from a third party or as required 
by our financing sources, we authorize the preparation of Phase I environmental reports and, when necessary, Phase II environmental reports, 
with respect to our properties. Based upon these environmental reports and our ongoing review of our properties, we are currently not aware of 
any environmental condition with respect to any of our properties that we believe would be reasonably likely to have a material adverse effect 
on us. There can be no assurance, however, that the environmental reports will reveal all environmental conditions at our properties or that the 
following will not expose us to material liability in the future: 

•  The discovery of previously unknown environmental conditions; 
•  Changes in law; 
•  Activities of tenants; and 
•  Activities relating to properties in the vicinity of our properties. 

Changes in laws increasing the potential liability for environmental conditions existing on properties or increasing the restrictions on discharges 
or other conditions may result in significant unanticipated expenditures or may otherwise adversely affect the operations of our tenants, which 
could adversely affect our financial condition or results of operations. 

Uninsured losses or a loss in excess of insured limits could adversely affect our financial condition. 

We  carry  comprehensive  general  liability,  all-risk  property,  extended  coverage,  loss  of  rent  insurance,  and  environmental  liability  on  our 
properties, with policy specifications and insured limits customarily carried for similar properties. However,  with respect to those properties 
where the leases do not provide for abatement of rent under any circumstances, we maintain a minimum of twelve months loss of rent insurance. 
In addition, there are certain types of losses, such as losses resulting from wars, terrorism or acts of God that generally are not insured because 
they are either uninsurable or not economically insurable. Should an uninsured loss or a loss in excess of insured limits occur, we could lose 
capital invested in a property, as well as the anticipated future revenues from a property, while remaining obligated for any mortgage indebtedness 
or other financial obligations related to the property. Any loss of these types would adversely affect our financial condition. 

Future terrorist attacks or civil unrest could harm the demand for, and the value of, our properties. 

Over the past several years, a number of highly publicized terrorist acts and shootings have occurred at domestic and international retail properties. 
Future terrorist attacks, civil unrest and other acts of terrorism or war could harm the demand for, and the value of, our properties. Terrorist 
attacks could directly impact the value of our properties through damage, destruction, loss or increased security costs, and  the availability of 
insurance for such acts may be limited or may be subject to substantial cost increases. To the extent that our tenants are impacted by future 
attacks, their ability to continue to honor obligations under their existing leases could be adversely affected. A decrease in retail demand could 
make it difficult for us to renew or re-lease our properties at lease rates equal to or above historical rates. These acts might erode business and 
consumer confidence and spending, and might result in increased volatility in national and international financial markets and economies. Any 
one of these events might decrease demand for real estate, decrease or delay the occupancy of our properties, and limit our access to capital or 
increase our cost of raising capital. 

We may from time to time be subject to litigation that may negatively impact our cash flow, financial condition, results of operations 
and the trading price of our Common Shares. 

We may from time to time be a defendant in lawsuits and regulatory proceedings relating to our business. Such litigation and proceedings may 
result  in  defense  costs,  settlements,  fines  or  judgments  against  us,  some  of  which  may  not  be  covered  by  insurance.  Due  to  the  inherent 
uncertainties of litigation and regulatory proceedings, we cannot accurately predict the ultimate outcome of any such litigation or proceedings. 
An unfavorable outcome could negatively impact our cash  flow, financial condition, results of operations and trading price  of our Common 
Shares. 

Compliance  with  the  Americans  with  Disabilities  Act  and  fire,  safety  and  other  regulations  may  require  us  to  make  unplanned 
expenditures that adversely affect our cash flows. 

All of our properties are required to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, or ADA. The ADA has separate compliance requirements 
for “public accommodations” and “commercial facilities,” but generally requires that buildings be made accessible to people with disabilities. 
Compliance with the ADA requirements could require removal of access barriers, and non-compliance could result in imposition of fines by the 
U.S. government or an award of damages to private litigants, or both. While the tenants to whom we lease properties are obligated by law to 
comply with the ADA provisions, and are typically obligated to cover costs of compliance, if required changes involve greater expenditures than 
anticipated, or if the changes must be made on a more accelerated basis than anticipated, the ability of these tenants to cover costs could be 

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adversely affected. As a result of the foregoing or if a tenant is not obligated to cover the cost of compliance, we could be required to  expend 
funds to comply with the provisions of the ADA, which could adversely affect our results of operations and financial condition and our ability to 
make distributions to shareholders. In addition, we are required to operate our properties in compliance with fire and safety regulations, building 
codes and other land use regulations, as they may be adopted by governmental agencies and bodies and become applicable to the properties. We 
may be required to make substantial capital expenditures to comply with those requirements, and these expenditures could have a material adverse 
effect on our ability to meet our financial obligations and make distributions to shareholders. 

RISKS RELATED TO OUR REIT STATUS 

There can be no assurance we have qualified or will remain qualified as a REIT for Federal income tax purposes. 

We believe that we have consistently met the requirements for qualification as a REIT for Federal income tax purposes beginning with our taxable 
year ended December 31, 1993, and we intend to continue to meet these requirements in the future. However, qualification as a REIT involves 
the  application  of  highly  technical  and  complex  provisions  of  the  Internal  Revenue  Code,  for  which  there  may  be  only  limited  judicial  or 
administrative interpretations. No assurance can be given that we have qualified or will remain qualified as a REIT. The Internal Revenue Code 
provisions  and  income  tax  regulations  applicable  to  REITs  differ  significantly  from  those  applicable  to  other  entities.  The  determination  of 
various factual matters and circumstances not entirely within our control can potentially affect our ability to continue to qualify as a REIT. In 
addition, no assurance can be given that future legislation, regulations, administrative interpretations or court decisions will not significantly 
change the requirements for qualification as a REIT or adversely affect the Federal income tax consequences of such qualification. Under current 
law, if we fail to qualify as a REIT, we would not be allowed a deduction for dividends paid to shareholders in computing our net taxable income. 
In addition, our income would be subject to tax at the regular corporate rates. Also, we could be disqualified from treatment as a REIT for the 
four taxable years following the year during which qualification was lost. Cash available for distribution to our shareholders would be significantly 
reduced for each year in which we do not qualify as a REIT. In that event, we would not be required to continue to make distributions. Although 
we currently intend to continue to qualify as a REIT, it is possible that future economic, market, legal, tax or other considerations may cause us, 
without the consent of our shareholders, to revoke the REIT election or to otherwise take action that would result in disqualification. 

Legislative or regulatory tax changes could have an adverse effect on us. 

There are a number of issues associated with an investment in a REIT that are related to the Federal income tax laws, including, but not limited 
to,  the  consequences  of  our  failing  to  continue  to  qualify  as  a  REIT.  At  any  time,  the  Federal  income  tax  laws  governing  REITs  or  the 
administrative interpretations of those laws may be amended or modified. Any new laws or interpretations may take effect retroactively and 
could adversely affect us or our shareholders. 

On December 22, 2017, Pub. L. No. 15-97 (informally known as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the “Act”)) was enacted into law. The Act makes 
significant changes to the Code, including changes that impact REITs and their shareholders, among others. In particular, the Act reduces the 
maximum corporate tax rate from 35% to 21%. By reducing the corporate tax rate, it is possible that the Act will reduce the relative attractiveness 
to investors (as compared with potential alternative investments) of the generally single level of taxation on REIT distributions. However, the 
Act  also  made  certain  changes  to  the  Code  which  are  generally  advantageous  to  REITs  and  their  shareholders.  For  instance,  for  tax  years 
beginning  before  January  1, 2026,  the  Act  permits  up  to  a  20% deduction  for  individuals,  trusts,  and  estates  with  respect  to  their  receipt of 
“qualified REIT dividends”, which are dividends from a REIT that are not capital gain dividends and are not qualified dividend income. These 
changes generally result in an effective maximum U.S. federal income tax rate on such dividends of 29.6%, if the deduction is allowed in full. 
Key provisions of the Act that could impact us and the market price of our shares include the following: 

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temporarily reducing individual U.S. federal income tax rates on ordinary income the highest individual U.S. federal income tax rate 
was reduced from 39.6% to 37% (through tax years beginning before January 1, 2026) 
eliminating miscellaneous itemized deductions and limiting state and local tax deductions; 
reducing the maximum corporate income tax rate from 35% to 21%, which reduces, but does not eliminate, the competitive advantage 
that REITs enjoy relative to non-REIT corporations; 
permitting individuals, trusts and estates (subject to certain limitations) to deduct up to 20% of certain pass-through business income, 
including, as noted above, dividends received by our shareholders that are not designated by us as capital gain dividends or  qualified 
dividend income, which will generally result in an effective maximum U.S. federal income tax rate of 29.6% on such dividends, if the 
deduction is allowed in full (through tax years beginning before January 1, 2026); 
reducing the highest rate of withholding with respect to our distributions to non-U.S. shareholders that are treated as attributable to 
gains from the sale or exchange of U.S. real property interests from 35% to 21%; 
limiting our deduction for net operating losses to 80% of taxable income (prior to the application of the dividends paid deduction), where 
taxable income is determined without regarding to the net operating loss deduction itself, and generally eliminating net operating loss 
carrybacks and allowing unused net operating losses to be carried forward indefinitely; 

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amending the limitation on the deduction of net interest expense for all businesses, other than certain electing real estate businesses 
(which could adversely affect any of our taxable REIT subsidiaries (each, a “TRS”), including any new TRS that we may form); 
expanding the ability of businesses to deduct the cost of certain purchases of property in the year in which such property is purchased; 
and 
eliminating the corporate alternative minimum tax. 

In addition to the foregoing, the Act may impact our tenants, the retail real estate market, and the overall economy, which may have an effect on 
us. It is not possible to state with certainty at this time the effect of the Act on us and on an investment in our shares 

We may be required to borrow funds or sell assets to satisfy our REIT distribution requirements. 

Our cash flows may be insufficient to fund distributions required to maintain our qualification as a REIT as a result of differences in timing 
between the actual receipt of income and the recognition of income for U.S. Federal income tax purposes, or as a result of our inability to currently 
deduct certain expenditures that we must currently pay, such as capital expenditures, payments of compensation for which Section 162(m) of the 
Code denies a deduction, any business interest expense that is disallowed under Section 163 (j) of the Code (unless we elect to be an “electing 
real property trade or business”), the creation of reserves or required amortization payments. If we do not have other funds available in these 
situations, we may need to borrow funds on a short-term basis or sell assets, even if the then- prevailing market conditions are not favorable for 
these borrowings or sales, in order to satisfy our REIT distribution requirements. Such actions could adversely affect our cash flow and results 
of operations. 

Dividends payable by REITs generally do not qualify for reduced tax rates. 

Certain qualified dividends paid by corporations to individuals, trusts and estates that are U.S. shareholders are taxed at capital gain rates, which 
are lower than ordinary income rates. Dividends of current and accumulated earnings and profits payable by REITs, however, are taxed at ordinary 
income rates as opposed to the capital gain rates. Pursuant to the Act, from 2018 through 2025, certain REIT shareholders will be permitted to 
deduct 20% of ordinary REIT dividends received. Dividends payable by REITs in excess of these earnings and profits generally are treated as a 
non-taxable  reduction  of  the  shareholders’  basis  in  the  shares  to  the  extent  thereof  and  thereafter  as  taxable  gain.  The  more  favorable  rates 
applicable to regular corporate dividends could cause investors who are individuals, trusts and estates to perceive investments in REITs, including 
us, to be relatively less attractive than investments in the stock of non-REIT corporations that pay dividends, which may negatively impact the 
trading prices of our securities. 

Complying  with  REIT  requirements  may  cause  us  to  forego  otherwise  attractive  opportunities  or  liquidate  otherwise  attractive 
investments. 

To qualify as a REIT, we must continually satisfy tests concerning, among other things, the sources of our income, the nature and diversification 
of our assets, the amounts we distribute to our shareholders and the ownership of our Common Shares. In order to meet these tests, we may be 
required  to  forego  investments  we  might  otherwise  make  and  refrain  from  engaging  in  certain  activities.  Thus,  compliance  with  the  REIT 
requirements may hinder our performance. 

In addition, if we fail to comply with certain asset ownership tests at the end of any calendar quarter, we must correct the failure within 30 days 
after the end of the calendar quarter or qualify for certain statutory relief provisions to avoid losing our REIT qualification. As a result, we may 
be required to liquidate otherwise attractive investments. 

We have limits on ownership of our shares of beneficial interest. 

For us to qualify as a REIT for Federal income tax purposes, among other requirements, not more than 50% of the value of our shares of beneficial 
interest may be owned, directly or indirectly, by five or fewer individuals (as defined in the Internal Revenue Code to include certain entities) at 
any time during the last half of each taxable year, and such shares of beneficial interest must be beneficially owned by 100  or more persons 
during at least 335 days of a taxable year of 12 months or during a proportionate part of a shorter taxable year (in each case, other than the first 
such year). Our Declaration of Trust includes certain restrictions regarding transfers of our shares of beneficial interest and ownership limits that 
are intended to assist us in satisfying these limitations, among other purposes. These restrictions and limits may not be adequate in  all cases, 
however, to prevent the transfer of our shares of beneficial interest in violation of the ownership limitations. The ownership limits contained in 
our Declaration of Trust may have the effect of delaying, deferring or preventing a change of control of us. 

Actual or constructive ownership of our shares of beneficial interest in excess of the share ownership limits contained in our Declaration of Trust 
would cause the violative transfer or ownership to be null and void from the beginning and subject to purchase by us at a price equal to the fair 
market value of such shares (determined in accordance with the rules set forth in our Declaration of Trust). As a result, if a violative transfer were 
made,  the  recipient  of  the  shares  would  not  acquire  any  economic  or  voting  rights  attributable  to  the  transferred  shares.  Additionally,  the 

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constructive  ownership  rules  for  these  limits  are  complex  and  groups  of  related  individuals  or  entities  may  be  deemed  a  single  owner  and 
consequently in violation of the share ownership limits. 

ITEM 1B. UNRESOLVED STAFF COMMENTS. 

None. 

ITEM 2.  PROPERTIES. 

Retail Properties 

The discussion and tables in this Item 2. include wholly-owned and partially-owned properties held through our Core Portfolio and our Funds. 
We define our Core Portfolio as those properties either 100% owned by, or partially owned through joint venture interests by  the Operating 
Partnership or subsidiaries thereof, not including those properties owned through our Funds. 

As of December 31, 2018, there are 113 operating properties in our Core Portfolio totaling approximately 5.8 million square feet of gross leasable 
area (“GLA”) excluding three properties under redevelopment, one property in development and one pre-stabilized property. The Core Portfolio 
properties are located in 12 states and the District of Columbia and primarily consist of street retail and dense suburban shopping centers. These 
properties are diverse in size, ranging from approximately 1,000 to 800,000 square feet and as of  December 31, 2018, were in total, excluding 
the properties that were pre-stabilized or under redevelopment, 93.9% occupied. 

As of December 31, 2018, we owned and operated 51 properties totaling approximately 5.4 million square feet of GLA in our Funds, excluding 
two properties under development. In addition to shopping centers, the Funds have invested in mixed-use properties, which generally include 
retail activities. The Fund properties are located in 14 states and the District of Columbia and as of December 31, 2018, were in total, excluding 
the properties under development, 86.6% occupied. 

Within our Core Portfolio and Funds, we had approximately 950 leases as of December 31, 2018. A majority of our rental revenues were from 
national retailers and consist of rents received under long-term leases. These leases generally provide for the monthly payment of fixed minimum 
rent and the tenants' pro-rata share of the real estate taxes, insurance, utilities and common area maintenance of the shopping centers. Certain of 
our leases also provide for the payment of rent based on a percentage of a tenant's gross sales in excess of a stipulated annual amount, either in 
addition to, or in place of, minimum rents. Minimum rents, percentage rents and expense reimbursements accounted for approximately 98% of 
our total revenues for the year ended December 31, 2018. 

Five of our Core Portfolio properties and two of our Fund properties are subject to long-term ground leases in which a third party owns and has 
leased the underlying land to us. We pay rent for the use of the land and are responsible for all costs and expenses associated with the building 
and improvements at all of these locations. 

No individual property contributed in excess of 10% of our total revenues for the years ended December 31, 2018, 2017 or 2016. See Note 7 in 
the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements, for information on the mortgage debt pertaining to our properties. 

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The following table sets forth more specific information with respect to each of our Core properties at December 31, 2018: 

Property (a) 
STREET AND URBAN RETAIL 

Key Tenants 

Chicago Metro 

664 N. Michigan Avenue 

840 N. Michigan Avenue 

Rush and Walton Streets 
      Collection (5 properties) 
651-671 West Diversey 

Clark Street and W. Diversey 
      Collection (3 properties) 
Halsted and Armitage 
      Collection (9 properties) 
North Lincoln Park Chicago 
      Collection (6 properties) 
State and Washington 

151 N. State Street 

North and Kingsbury 

Concord and Milwaukee 

California and Armitage 

Roosevelt Galleria 

Sullivan Center 

New York Metro 

Soho Collection 
      (4 properties) 
5-7 East 17th Street 

200 West 54th Street 

61 Main Street 

181 Main Street 

4401 White Plains Road 

Bartow Avenue 

239 Greenwich Avenue 

252-256 Greenwich Avenue 

2914 Third Avenue 

868 Broadway 

313-315 Bowery (b) 

120 West Broadway 

2520 Flatbush Avenue 

991 Madison Avenue 

Shops at Grand 

Gotham Plaza 

Warby Parker 

   Tommy Bahama, 
      Ann Taylor Loft 
   H & M, Verizon 
      Wireless 
   Lululemon, BHLDN, 
      Marc Jacobs 
   Trader Joe's, 
      Urban Outfitters 
   Ann Taylor, Starbucks 
   Serena and Lily, Bonobos, 
   Forever 21, Champion, 
    Carhartt 
   H & M, 
      Nordstrom Rack 
   Walgreens 
   Old Navy, 
      Pier 1 Imports 
      — 
      — 
   Petco, Vitamin 
      Shoppe 
   Target, DSW 

   Paper Source, Faherty, 3x1 
Jeans 
   Union Park Events 
   Stage Coach Tavern 
      — 
   TD Bank 
   Walgreens 
      — 
   Betteridge Jewelers 
   Madewell, Jack Wills, 
    Blue Mercury 
   Planet Fitness 
   Dr. Martens 
   John Varvatos, 
      Patagonia 
   HSBC Bank 
   Bob's Disc. Furniture, 
      Capital One 
   Vera Wang, Perrin Paris, 
Gabriella Hearst 
   Stop & Shop (Ahold) 
   Bank of America, 
      Footlocker 

Year 

Acquired     

Acadia's 
Interest         

Gross 
Leasable 
Area 
(GLA) 

In Place 

Occupancy        

Leased 
Occupancy    

Annualized 
Base 

Rent (ABR)       

ABR/ Per 
Square 
Foot 

2013 

2014 

100.0 %        

18,141           

100.0 %       

100.0 %    $  4,730,741       $ 

260.78    

88.4 %        

87,135           

100.0 %       

100.0 %        7,738,046           

88.81    

    2011/12 

100.0 %        

32,501           

85.3 %       

85.3 %        5,982,996           

215.81    

2011 

100.0 %        

46,259           

100.0 %       

100.0 %        2,022,727           

43.73    

    2011/12 

    2011/12 

    2011/14 

100.0 %        

23,531           

50.1 %       

50.2 %       

690,030           

58.47    

100.0 %        

45,123           

80.9 %       

91.1 %        1,332,078           

36.49    

100.0 %        

49,919           

77.9 %       

77.9 %        1,581,585           

40.66    

2016 

2016 

2016 

2016 

2016 

2015 

2016 

100.0 %        

78,819           

100.0 %       

100.0 %        3,221,107           

40.87    

100.0 %        

27,385           

100.0 %       

100.0 %        1,430,000           

52.22    

100.0 %        

41,700           

100.0 %       

100.0 %        1,641,359           

39.36    

100.0 %        

13,105           

74.1 %       

86.3 %       

306,935           

31.62    

100.0 %        

18,275           

70.6 %       

70.6 %       

616,838           

47.84    

100.0 %        

37,995           

47.7 %       

47.7 %       

581,139           

32.06    

100.0 %         176,181           

97.7 %       

100.0 %        6,604,614           

38.37    

    2011/14 

100.0 %        

12,511           

82.4 %       

82.4 %        3,299,929           

319.95    

2008 

2007 

2014 

2012 

2011 

2005 

1998 

2014 

2006 

2013 

2013 

2013 

2014 

2016 

2014 

2016 

100.0 %        

11,467           

100.0 %       

100.0 %        1,300,014           

113.37    

100.0 %        

5,777           

77.8 %       

77.8 %        1,973,188           

438.80    

100.0 %        

3,400           

— %       

— %       

—           

—    

100.0 %        

11,350           

100.0 %       

100.0 %       

964,280           

84.96    

100.0 %        

12,964           

100.0 %       

100.0 %       

625,000           

48.21    

100.0 %        

14,590           

66.6 %       

66.6 %       

306,073           

31.48    

75.0 %        

16,553           

100.0 %       

100.0 %        1,593,328           

96.26    

100.0 %        

7,986           

100.0 %       

100.0 %        1,336,219           

167.32    

100.0 %        

40,320           

100.0 %       

100.0 %       

963,001           

23.88    

100.0 %        

2,031           

100.0 %       

100.0 %       

767,674           

377.98    

100.0 %        

6,600           

100.0 %       

100.0 %       

479,160           

72.60    

100.0 %        

13,838           

79.8 %       

79.8 %        1,937,128           

175.49    

100.0 %        

29,114           

100.0 %       

100.0 %        1,158,573           

39.79    

100.0 %        

7,513           

91.1 %       

91.1 %        2,627,502           

383.73    

100.0 %        

99,685           

97.0 %       

100.0 %        3,241,932           

33.53    

49.0 %        

25,927           

69.3 %       

81.0 %        1,064,361           

59.22    

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Key Tenants 

Year 

Acquired     

Acadia's 
Interest         

Gross 
Leasable 
Area 
(GLA) 

In Place 

Occupancy        

Leased 
Occupancy    

Annualized 
Base 

Rent (ABR)       

ABR/ Per 
Square 
Foot 

Property (a) 
San Francisco Metro 

555 9th Street 

District of Columbia Metro 

1739-53 & 1801-03 
      Connecticut Avenue 
Rhode Island Place 
      Shopping Center 
M Street and Wisconsin 
Corridor 
      (25 Properties) (c) 
Boston Metro 

330-340 River Street 

165 Newbury Street 

   Bed, Bath & Beyond, 
    Nordstrom Rack 

   Ruth Chris Steak- 
      house, TD Bank 
Ross Dress for Less 

Lululemon, Sephora, The 
Reformation 

   Whole Foods 
   Starbucks 

Total Street and Urban Retail          

2016 

100.0 %         148,832           

100.0 %       

100.0 %        6,217,577           

41.78    

2012 

2012 

100.0 %        

20,669           

100.0 %       

100.0 %        1,295,554           

62.68    

100.0 %        

57,667           

93.4 %       

100.0 %        1,696,305           

31.48    

    2011/16 

25.3 %         239,262           

93.9 %       

96.2 %        16,053,091           

71.47    

2012 

2016 

100.0 %        

54,226           

100.0 %       

100.0 %        1,243,517           

22.93    

100.0 %        

1,050           

100.0 %       

100.0 %       

261,777           

249.31    

           1,539,401           

92.6 %       

94.3 %     $  88,885,378       $ 

62.33    

Acadia Share Total Street and Urban Retail 

           1,333,174           

92.7 %       

94.1 %     $  75,388,187       $ 

61.02    

SUBURBAN PROPERTIES 

New Jersey 
Elmwood Park Shopping Center    Walgreens, Acme 
Marketplace of Absecon 

60 Orange Street 

New York 

Village Commons 
      Shopping Center 
Branch Plaza 

Amboy Center 

Pacesetter Park Shopping 
Center 
LA Fitness 

Crossroads Shopping Center 

New Loudon Center 

28 Jericho Turnpike 

Bedford Green 

Connecticut 
Town Line Plaza (d) 

Massachusetts 

Methuen Shopping Center 

Crescent Plaza 

201 Needham Street 

163 Highland Avenue 

   Rite Aid, Dollar Tree 
   Home Depot 

      — 
   LA Fitness, 
      The Fresh Market 
   Stop & Shop (Ahold) 
   Stop & Shop (Ahold) 
   LA Fitness 
   HomeGoods,Pet- 
      Smart, Kmart 
   Price Chopper, 
      Marshalls 
   Kohl's 
   Shop Rite, CVS 

   Wal-Mart, Stop 
      & Shop (Ahold) 

   Wal-Mart, 
      Market Basket 
   Home Depot, Shaw's 
      (Supervalu) 
   Michael's 
   Staples, Petco 

Vermont 
The Gateway Shopping Center     Shaw's (Supervalu) 
Illinois 

Hobson West Plaza 

   Garden Fresh 
      Markets 

1998 

1998 

2012 

1998 

1998 

2005 

1999 

2007 

1998 

1993 

2012 

2014 

100.0 %         143,910           

88.8 %        

91.7 %     $  3,645,305       $ 

28.52    

100.0 %         104,556           

90.3 %        

90.3 %         1,461,055          

15.48    

98.0 %         101,715           

100.0 %        

100.0 %        

730,000          

7.18    

100.0 %        

87,128           

93.6 %        

93.6 %         2,644,825          

32.42    

100.0 %         123,345           

91.6 %        

93.6 %         3,044,919          

26.95    

100.0 %        

63,290           

84.7 %        

84.7 %         1,777,861          

33.17    

100.0 %        

97,806           

93.2 %        

93.2 %         1,232,004          

13.52    

100.0 %        

55,000           

100.0 %        

100.0 %         1,485,287          

27.01    

49.0 %         311,904           

96.0 %        

96.0 %         7,193,460          

24.03    

100.0 %         255,673           

100.0 %        

100.0 %         2,155,174          

8.43    

100.0 %        

96,363           

100.0 %        

100.0 %         1,815,000          

18.84    

100.0 %        

90,589           

83.0 %        

83.0 %         2,455,471          

32.66    

1998 

100.0 %         206,346           

98.7 %        

98.7 %         1,764,661          

16.40    

1998 

1993 

2014 

2015 

100.0 %         130,021           

100.0 %        

100.0 %         1,360,858          

10.47    

100.0 %         218,148           

90.9 %        

90.9 %         1,900,871          

9.58    

100.0 %        

20,409           

100.0 %        

100.0 %        

646,965          

31.70    

100.0 %        

40,505           

100.0 %        

100.0 %         1,311,747          

32.38    

1999 

100.0 %         101,655           

98.2 %        

98.2 %         2,129,914          

21.33    

1998 

100.0 %        

99,137           

85.8 %        

85.8 %         1,309,799          

15.39    

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Property (a) 

Key Tenants 

Indiana 

Merrillville Plaza 

Michigan 

Bloomfield Town Square 

Delaware 

   Jo-Ann Fabrics, 
      TJ Maxx 

   Best Buy, HomeGoods, TJ 

Maxx 

   Lowes, Bed Bath & 
      Beyond, Target 

Town Center and Other 
      (2 properties) 
Market Square Shopping Center    Trader Joe's, 
      TJ Maxx 
      — 

Naamans Road 

Pennsylvania 

Mark Plaza 

Plaza 422 

Chestnut Hill 

Abington Towne Center (e) 

Total Suburban Properties 

   Kmart 
   Home Depot 
      — 
   Target, TJ Maxx 

Year 

Acquired     

Acadia's 
Interest         

Gross 
Leasable 
Area 
(GLA) 

In Place 

Occupancy        

Leased 
Occupancy    

Annualized 
Base 

Rent (ABR)       

ABR/ Per 
Square 
Foot 

1998 

100.0 %         236,087           

94.3 %        

94.3 %         3,319,766          

14.91    

1998 

100.0 %         235,022           

94.9 %        

94.9 %         3,611,925          

16.19    

2003 

2003 

2006 

1993 

1993 

2006 

1998 

65.1 %         800,018           

91.3 %        

93.6 %         12,458,461          

17.06    

100.0 %         102,047           

100.0 %        

100.0 %         3,072,327          

30.11    

100.0 %        

19,850           

63.9 %        

63.9 %        

614,847          

48.49    

100.0 %         106,856           

100.0 %        

100.0 %        

244,279          

2.29    

100.0 %         156,279           

100.0 %        

100.0 %        

850,978          

5.45    

100.0 %        

37,646           

100.0 %        

100.0 %        

963,468          

25.59    

100.0 %         216,278           

           4,257,583           

93.6 %        

94.3 %       

98.9 %        

855,873          

95.2 %     $  66,057,100       $ 

15.59    

17.49    

Acadia Share Total Suburban Properties 

           3,847,543           

94.8 %       

95.6 %     $  58,770,626       $ 

17.26    

TOTAL CORE PROPERTIES 

           5,796,984           

93.9 %       

95.0 %     $ 154,942,478       $ 

29.78    

Acadia Share Total Core Properties 

           5,180,717           

94.2 %       

95.2 %     $ 134,158,813       $ 

28.91   

(a)  Excludes properties under development, redevelopment or pre-stabilized, see “Development and Redevelopment Activities” section below. The above occupancy and rent 
amounts do not include space which is currently leased, other than “leased occupancy,” but for which rent payment has not yet commenced. Residential and office GLA are 
excluded. 

(b)  Represents the annual base rent paid to Acadia pursuant to a master lessee and does not reflect the rent paid by the retail tenants at the property. 
(c)  Excludes 94,000 square feet of office GLA. 
(d)  Anchor GLA includes a 97,300 square foot Wal-Mart store which is not owned by the Company. This square footage has been excluded for calculating annualized base rent 

per square foot. 

(e)  Anchor GLA includes a 157,616 square foot Target store which is not owned by the Company. This square footage has been excluded for calculating annualized base rent per 

square foot. 

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The following table sets forth more specific information with respect to each of our Fund properties at December 31, 2018: 

Property (a) 
Fund II Portfolio Detail 
New York 
City Point - Phase I and II 

Total - Fund II 

Fund III Portfolio Detail 
New York 
654 Broadway 
640 Broadway 
Cortlandt Crossing 
Nostrand Avenue 
Washington DC 
3104 M Street 
Total - Fund III 

Fund IV Portfolio Detail 
New York 
801 Madison Avenue 
210 Bowery 
27 East 61st Street 
17 East 71st Street 
1035 Third Avenue (b) 
Colonie Plaza 
New Jersey 
Paramus Plaza 
Massachusetts 
Restaurants at Fort Point 
Maine 
Airport Mall 
Wells Plaza 
Shaw's Plaza (Waterville) 
Shaw's Plaza (Windham) 
JFK Plaza 
Pennsylvania 
Dauphin Plaza 
Mayfair Shopping Center 
Rhode Island 
650 Bald Hill Road 

Virginia 
Promenade at Manassas 
Delaware 
Eden Square 
Illinois 
938 W. North Avenue 
Lincoln Place 
Georgia 
Broughton Street Portfolio 
      (13 properties) 
North Carolina 
Wake Forest Crossing 
California 
146 Geary Street 
Union and Fillmore 
Collection (3 properties) 
Total - Fund IV 

Key Tenants 

Year 

Acquired     

Acadia's 
Interest     

Gross 
Leasable 
Area 
(GLA) 

In Place 
Occupancy    

Leased 
Occupancy    

Annualized 
Base 

Rent (ABR)        

ABR/Per 
Square 
Foot 

Century 21, Target, Alamo 
Drafthouse 

2007 

26.7 %         475,000    
       475,000    

72.9 % 
72.9 % 

81.7 %    $  9,525,366    
81.7 %    $  9,525,366    

   $ 
   $ 

27.53    
27.53    

     ─ 
   Swatch 
   ShopRite, HomeSense 
     ─ 

     Patagonia 

     ─ 
     ─ 
     ─ 
   The Row 
     ─ 
   Price Chopper, Big Lots 

   Ashley Furniture, Marshalls 

     ─ 

   Hannaford, Marshalls 
   Reny's, Dollar Tree 
   Shaw's 
   Shaw's 
   Hannaford, TJ Maxx 

   Price Rite, Ashley Furniture 
     Planet Fitness, Dollar Tree 

Dick's Sporting Goods, 
Burlington Coat Factory 

   Home Depot 

   Giant Food, LA Fitness 

   Sephora, Lululemon 
   Kohl's, Marshall's, Ross 

H&M, Lululemon, 
Michael Kors, Starbucks 

     Lowe's, TJ Maxx 

     ─ 

  Eileen Fisher, L'Occitane, 
Bonobos 

2011 
2012 
2012 
2013 

2012 

2015 
2012 
2014 
2014 
2015 
2016 

2013 

2016 

2016 
2016 
2016 
2017 
2016 

2016 
2016 

2015 

2013 

2014 

2013 
2017 

2014 

2016 

2015 

2015 

2,896    
24.5 %        
15.5 %        
4,637    
24.5 %         125,906    
40,977    
24.5 %        

— % 
53.2 % 
73.6 % 
94.1 % 

—    
100.0 %    $ 
53.2 %       
702,617    
73.6 %        2,383,568    
94.1 %        1,808,256    

   $ 
—    
       284.71    
25.74    
46.90    

19.6 %        

5,982    
       180,398    

100.0 % 
77.4 % 

100.0 %       
485,000    
79.0 %    $  5,379,441    

   $ 

81.08    
38.53    

23.1 %        
2,625    
23.1 %        
2,538    
23.1 %        
4,177    
23.1 %        
8,432    
7,617    
23.1 %        
23.1 %         153,483    

— % 
— % 
— % 
100.0 % 
59.2 % 
94.9 % 

— %    $ 
— %       
— %       

—    
—    
—    
100.0 %        2,049,679    
903,679    
70.6 %       
94.9 %        1,631,058    

   $ 

—    
—    
—    
       243.08    
       200.55    
11.19    

11.6 %         150,660    

63.3 % 

74.1 %        1,619,790    

16.97    

23.1 %        

15,711    

100.0 % 

100.0 %       

477,990    

30.42    

23.1 %         221,830    
23.1 %        
90,434    
23.1 %         119,015    
23.1 %         124,330    
23.1 %         151,107    

23.1 %         206,515    
23.1 %         115,411    

68.6 % 
98.3 % 
100.0 % 
88.4 % 
78.0 % 

91.0 % 
67.3 % 

68.6 %        1,012,976    
98.3 %       
727,908    
100.0 %        1,407,316    
88.4 %        1,034,193    
786,801    
78.0 %       

91.0 %        1,863,551    
67.3 %        1,386,112    

6.66    
8.18    
11.82    
9.41    
6.67    

9.92    
17.85    

20.8 %         168,764    

44.4 % 

81.1 %       

946,612    

12.62    

22.8 %         265,442    

87.7 % 

88.0 %        2,986,446    

12.83    

22.8 %         231,044    

89.3 % 

89.3 %        3,154,202    

15.29    

23.1 %        
31,762    
23.1 %         272,060    

100.0 % 
81.7 % 

100.0 %        1,726,350    
90.1 %        2,624,502    

54.35    
11.80    

19.3 %         104,630    

86.5 % 

86.5 %        3,190,830    

35.25    

23.1 %         202,880    

97.5 % 

97.5 %        2,912,708    

14.73    

23.1 %        

11,436    

— % 

— %       

—    

—    

20.8 %        

7,148    
      2,669,051    

100.0 % 
81.9 % 

100.0 %       
702,830    
85.8 %    $ 33,145,533    

   $ 

98.33    
15.16    

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Key Tenants 

TJ Maxx, Best Buy, 
Ross Dress for Less 

   Kohl's, Jo-Ann's, DSW 
TJ Maxx, Michaels, 
Bed Bath & Beyond 

   Kohl's, Best Buy, Dick's 

   Wal-Mart, Regal Cinemas 

   Kohl's, HomeGoods 

   Kohl's, HomeGoods 

Property (a) 
Fund V Portfolio Detail 
New Mexico 
Plaza Santa Fe 

Michigan 
New Towne Plaza 
Fairlane Green 

North Carolina 
Hickory Ridge 
Alabama 
Trussville Promenade 
Georgia 
Hiram Pavilion 
California 
Elk Grove Commons 

Total - Fund V 

TOTAL FUND PROPERTIES 

Acadia Share of Total Fund 
Properties 

Year 

Acquired     

Acadia's 
Interest     

Gross 
Leasable 
Area 
(GLA) 

In Place 
Occupancy    

Leased 
Occupancy    

Annualized 
Base 

Rent (ABR)        

ABR/Per 
Square 
Foot 

2017 

2017 

2017 

2017 

2018 

2018 

2018 

20.1 %         224,223    

97.3 % 

99.4 %    $  3,790,462    

   $ 

17.37    

20.1 %         193,446    

95.4 % 

95.4 %        2,135,908    

11.58    

20.1 %         252,904    

100.0 % 

100.0 %        5,241,779    

20.73    

20.1 %         380,565    

92.1 % 

93.4 %        4,001,612    

11.42    

20.1 %         463,725    

95.6 % 

95.6 %        4,395,241    

9.92    

20.1 %         362,675    

97.8 % 

97.8 %        4,174,227    

11.77    

20.1 %         220,726    

99.2 % 

100.0 %        4,712,546    

21.52    

      2,098,264    

96.4 % 

97.0 %    $ 28,451,775    

   $ 

14.06    

      5,422,713    

86.6 %        

89.5 %    $ 76,502,115    

   $ 

16.29    

      1,181,775    

86.3 %        

89.2 %    $ 16,805,465    

   $ 

16.48   

(a)  Excludes properties under development, see “Development and Redevelopment Activities” section below. The above occupancy and rent amounts do not include space which 

is currently leased, other than “leased occupancy,” but for which rent payment has not yet commenced. Residential and office GLA are excluded. 

(b)  Property also includes 12,371 square feet of 2nd floor office space and a 29,760 square foot parking garage (131 spaces). 

Major Tenants 

No individual retail tenant accounted for more than 5.4% of base rents for the year ended December 31, 2018, or occupied more than 6.7% of 
total leased GLA as of December 31, 2018. The following table sets forth certain information for the 20 largest retail tenants by base rent for 
leases in place as of  December 31, 2018. The amounts below include our pro-rata  share of GLA and annualized base rent for the  Operating 
Partnership’s partial ownership interest in properties including the Funds (GLA and Annualized Base Rent in thousands): 

Retail Tenant 

Number of 
Stores in 
Portfolio (a)          Total GLA 

Annualized 
Base 
Rent (a) 

Percentage of Total 
Represented by Retail Tenant 
Annualized 
Base 
Rent 

Total 
Portfolio 
GLA 

Target 
H & M 
Royal Ahold    (b) 
Albertsons Companies (c) 
Nordstrom, Inc. 
Walgreens 
Bed, Bath, and Beyond (d) 
TJX Companies (e) 
Ascena Retail Group (f) 
Lululemon 
LA Fitness International LLC 
Trader Joe's 
Kohls 
Verizon 
Home Depot 
Gap (g) 
Ulta Salon Cosmetic & Fragrance 
Bob's Discount Furniture 
Tapestry (h) 
JP Morgan Chase 

Total 

424    
85    
208    
201    
89    
69    
132    
282    
27    
14    
108    
49    
187    
26    
337    
58    
41    
58    
4    
30    
2,429    

   $ 

   $ 

8,141    
5,398    
3,745    
3,663    
3,515    
3,322    
3,219    
2,977    
2,695    
2,686    
2,680    
2,612    
2,472    
2,412    
2,173    
2,158    
1,645    
1,570    
1,507    
1,495    
60,085    

6.7 %        
1.3 %        
3.3 %        
3.2 %        
1.4 %        
1.1 %        
2.1 %        
4.4 %        
0.4 %        
0.2 %        
1.7 %        
0.8 %        
2.9 %        
0.4 %        
5.3 %        
0.9 %        
0.6 %        
0.9 %        
0.1 %        
0.5 %        
38.2 %        

5.4 % 
3.6 % 
2.5 % 
2.4 % 
2.3 % 
2.2 % 
2.1 % 
2.0 % 
1.8 % 
1.8 % 
1.8 % 
1.7 % 
1.6 % 
1.6 % 
1.4 % 
1.4 % 
1.1 % 
1.0 % 
1.0 % 
1.0 % 
39.7 % 

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3    
4    
5    
2    
4    
5    
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9    
5    
3    
5    
6    
4    
4    
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7    
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(b)  Stop and Shop (4 locations) 
(c)  Shaw’s (4 locations), Acme (1 location) 
(d)  Bed Bath and Beyond (3 locations), Christmas Tree Shops (1 location), Cost Plus (1 location) 
(e)    TJ Maxx (9 locations, excluding one location under redevelopment, 4.7% including redevelopment), Marshalls (6 locations), HomeGoods (4 locations), HomeSense (1 location)   
(f)  Catherine’s (3 locations), Lane Bryant (3 locations), Ann Taylor Loft (2 locations), Dress Barn (1 location) 
(g)  Old Navy (6 locations), Banana Republic (1 location), Gap (1 location) 
(h)  Kate Spade (2 locations) 

Lease Expirations 

The following tables show scheduled lease expirations on a pro rata basis for retail tenants in place as of December 31, 2018, assuming that 
none of the tenants exercise renewal options (GLA and Annualized Base Rent in thousands): 

Core Portfolio 

Leases Maturing in 
Month to Month 
2019 
2020 
2021 
2022 
2023 
2024 
2025 
2026 
2027 
2028 
Thereafter 
Total 

Funds 

Leases Maturing in 
Month to Month 
2019 
2020 
2021 
2022 
2023 
2024 
2025 
2026 
2027 
2028 
Thereafter 
Total 

        Annualized Base Rent (a, b) 

GLA 

Number of 
Leases 

Current 
Annual 
Rent 

Percentage 
of Total 

Square 
Feet 

Percentage 
of Total 

3    
35    
56    
81    
55    
60    
53    
35    
29    
24    
41    
27    
499    

   $ 

   $ 

175           
5,660           
11,312           
17,226           
12,133           
20,275           
14,417           
10,293           
5,414           
5,222           
18,022           
14,010           
134,159           

0.1 % 
4.2 % 
8.4 % 
12.8 % 
9.0 % 
15.1 % 
10.7 % 
7.7 % 
4.0 % 
3.9 % 
13.4 % 
10.7 % 
100.0 % 

9,541    
242,659    
423,221    
812,705    
372,159    
666,905    
575,161    
240,837    
161,272    
159,800    
667,680    
294,320    
4,626,260    

0.2 % 
5.2 % 
9.1 % 
17.6 % 
8.0 % 
14.4 % 
12.4 % 
5.2 % 
3.5 % 
3.5 % 
14.4 % 
6.5 % 
100.0 % 

        Annualized Base Rent (a, b) 

GLA 

Number of 
Leases 

Current 
Annual 
Rent 

Percentage 
of Total 

Square 
Feet 

Percentage 
of Total 

4    
42    
63    
79    
56    
49    
29    
28    
29    
19    
21    
29    
448    

   $ 

   $ 

45           
673           
1,731           
2,136           
1,625           
1,061           
1,223           
1,324           
1,207           
486           
1,048           
4,246           
16,805           

0.3 % 
4.0 % 
10.3 % 
12.7 % 
9.7 % 
6.3 % 
7.3 % 
7.9 % 
7.2 % 
2.9 % 
6.2 % 
25.2 % 
100.0 % 

7,714    
38,017    
159,148    
132,617    
111,846    
78,178    
75,785    
58,533    
54,606    
30,433    
44,333    
228,515    
1,019,725    

0.8 % 
3.7 % 
15.6 % 
13.0 % 
11.0 % 
7.7 % 
7.4 % 
5.7 % 
5.4 % 
3.0 % 
4.3 % 
22.4 % 
100.0 % 

(a)  Base rents do not include percentage rents, additional rents for property expense reimbursements, nor contractual rent escalations. 
(b)  No single market represents a material amount of exposure to the Company as it relates to the rents from these leases. Given  the diversity of these markets, properties and 
characteristics of the individual spaces, the Company cannot make any general representations as it relates to the expiring rents and the rates for which these spaces may be re-
leased. 

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Geographic Concentrations 

The  following  table  summarizes  our  operating  retail  properties  by  region,  excluding  redevelopment  and  pre-stabilization  properties,  as  of 
December 31, 2018. The  amounts below  include our pro-rata  share  of GLA and annualized base rent for the  Operating Partnership’s partial 
ownership interest in properties, including the Funds (GLA and Annualized Base Rent in thousands): 

Region 

    GLA (a,c) 

% Occupied 
(b) 

Annualized 
Base 
Rent (b,c) 

Percentage of Total 
Represented by 
Region 

GLA 

Annualized 
Base Rent     

Annualized 
Base 
Rent per 
Occupied 
Square Foot 
(c) 

Core Portfolio: 
Operating Properties: 
New York Metro 
Chicago Metro 
Mid-Atlantic 
New England 
Midwest 
Washington D.C. Metro 
San Francisco Metro 

Total Core Operating Properties 

Fund Portfolio: 
Operating Properties: 

Pro Rata by Geography: 
New York Metro 
Southeast 
Northeast 
Midwest 
Mid-Atlantic 
Chicago Metro 
West 
Southwest 
San Francisco Metro 

Total Fund Operating Properties 

1,674          
686          
1,190          
772          
570          
139          
149          
5,180          

229          
310          
276          
90          
113          
70          
45          
45          
4          
1,182          

93.9 %    $ 
90.0 %       
95.1 %       
96.9 %       
93.1 %       
95.2 %       
100.0 %       
94.2 %    $ 

48,653       $ 
37,583          
15,457          
10,620          
8,241          
7,387          
6,218          
134,159       $ 

75.9 %    $ 
94.8 %       
78.3 %       
98.0 %       
88.4 %       
83.6 %       
99.2 %       
97.3 %       
36.0 %       
86.3 %    $ 

5,021       $ 
3,835          
2,206          
1,483          
1,400          
1,005          
947          
762          
146          
16,805       $ 

30.94          
60.90          
15.74          
16.24          
15.53          
55.91          
41.78          
28.91          

28.89          
13.07          
10.19          
16.87          
13.98          
17.12          
21.52          
17.37          
98.33          
16.48          

32.3 %       
13.2 %       
23.0 %       
14.9 %       
11.0 %       
2.7 %       
2.9 %       
100.0 %       

19.4 %       
26.2 %       
23.4 %       
7.6 %       
9.6 %       
5.9 %       
3.8 %       
3.8 %       
0.3 %       
100.0 %       

36.4 % 
28.0 % 
11.5 % 
7.9 % 
6.1 % 
5.5 % 
4.6 % 
100.0 % 

30.0 % 
22.8 % 
13.1 % 
8.8 % 
8.3 % 
6.0 % 
5.6 % 
4.5 % 
0.9 % 
100.0 % 

(a)  Property GLA includes a total of 255,000 square feet, which is not owned by us. This square footage has been excluded for calculating annualized base rent per square foot. 
(b)  The above occupancy and rent amounts do not include space that is currently leased, but for which payment of rent had not commenced as of December 31, 2018. 
(c)  The amounts presented reflect the Operating Partnership's pro-rata shares of properties included within each region. 

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Development and Redevelopment Activities 

As part of our strategy, we invest in  retail real estate assets that may require significant development.  As of  December 31, 2018, we had six 
development or redevelopment projects in various stages of the development process. 

   Ownership        

Estimated 
Stabilization    

Square Feet 
Upon 
Completion 

Location 

Leased 
Rate 

Key 
Tenants 

Outstanding 
Debt 

Incurred 
(b) 

Estimated 
Future Range 

Estimated Total 
Range 

Property 
Development: 
CORE 
56 E Walton Street (a)        
FUND III 
Broad Hollow 
Commons 

FUND IV 
717 N. Michigan 
Avenue 

Redevelopment: 

CORE 
City Center 
Route 6 Mall 
Mad River 

Pre-Stabilized: 

CORE 
613-623 West 
Diversey 

FUND II 

City Point 

FUND III 
Cortlandt Crossing 
654 Broadway 
640 Broadway 
Nostrand Avenue 

FUND IV 

100.0 %    Chicago, IL 

2019 

8,874          

— %    

TBD 

   $ 

—       $  10.1       $  —       to    $  0.4       $  10.1       to    $  10.5    

100.0 %    Farmingdale, NY 

2021 

   180,000 - 200,000          

— %    

TBD 

—           17.2          32.8       to       42.8           50.0       to        60.0    

100.0 %    Chicago, IL 

2020 

62,000          

25.0 %    

Disney Store 

100.0 %    San Francisco, CA     
100.0 %    Honesdale, PA 
100.0 %    Dayton, OH 

2020 
TBD 
TBD 

241,000          
TBD          
TBD          

90.0 %    
100.0 %    
50.0 %    

Target 
TBD 
TBD 

66.6           107.9          12.1       to       19.6          120.0       to       127.5    
66.6       $  135.2       $ 44.9              $ 62.8       $ 180.1              $ 198.0    

—       $  172.0       $ 18.0       to    $ 28.0       $ 190.0       to    $ 200.0    
—        TBD       TBD              TBD        TBD               TBD    
—        TBD       TBD       to    TBD        TBD       to     TBD    
—       $  172.0       $ 18.0              $ 28.0       $ 190.0              $ 200.0    

   $ 

   $ 

   $ 

100.0 %    Chicago, IL 

2019 

29,778          

76.1 %    

TJ Maxx, Blue 
Mercury 

   $ 

—          

94.2 %    New York, NY 

2020 

475,000          

81.7 %    

Century 21, Target, 
Alamo Drafthouse 

264.6          

100.0 %    Mohegan Lake, NY    
100.0 %    New York, NY 
63.1 %    New York, NY 
100.0 %    Brooklyn, NY 

2019 
2019 
2019 
2019 

125,906          
2,896          
4,637          
40,977          

73.6 %    ShopRite, HomeSense       
100.0 %    
53.2 %    
94.1 %    

─ 
Swatch 
─ 

26.0          
—          
49.5          
10.1          

Paramus Plaza 

50.0 %    Paramus, NJ 

2019 

150,660          

650 Bald Hill Road 
210 Bowery 
801 Madison 
27 E 61st Street 
1035 Third Avenue 

90.0 %    Warwick, RI 
100.0 %    New York, NY 
100.0 %    New York, NY 
100.0 %    New York, NY 
100.0 %    New York, NY 

2019 
2019 
2019 
2019 
2019 

168,764          
2,538          
2,625          
4,177          
7,617          

Ashley Furniture, 
Marshalls 
Dick's Sporting Goods, 
Burlington Coat 
Factory 
─ 
─ 
─ 
─ 

74.1 %    

81.1 %    
— %    
— %    
— %    
70.6 %    

(a)  56 E Walton Street was moved from Development to Pre-Stabilized effective January 1, 2019. 
(b) 

Incurred amounts include costs associated with the initial carrying value.     

ITEM 3.  LEGAL PROCEEDINGS. 

   $ 

17.6          

16.5          
—          
—          
—          
38.4              
422.7              

We are involved in various matters of litigation arising in the normal course of business. While we are unable to predict with certainty the outcome 
of any particular matter, Management is of the opinion that, when such litigation is resolved, our resulting exposure to loss contingencies, if any, 
will not have a significant effect on our consolidated financial position, results of operations, or liquidity. 

ITEM 4.  MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES. 

Not applicable. 

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PART II 

ITEM 5.  MARKET FOR REGISTRANT’S COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS AND ISSUER 

PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND PERFORMANCE GRAPH. 

Market Information, Dividends and Holders of Record of our Common Shares 

At February 13, 2019, there were 270 holders of record of our Common Shares, which are traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the 
symbol “AKR.” Our quarterly dividends declared are discussed in Note 10 and the characterization of such dividends for Federal Income Tax 
purposes is discussed in Note 14.   

Securities Authorized for Issuance Under Equity Compensation Plans 

At  the  2016 annual shareholders’  meeting, the shareholders' approved the Second  Amended and Restated 2006 Incentive  Plan (the  “Second 
Amended 2006 Plan”). This plan replaced all previous share incentive plans and increased the authorization to issue options, Restricted Shares 
and LTIP Units (collectively “Awards”) available to officers and employees by 1.6 million shares, for a total of 3.7 million  shares available to 
be issued. See Note 13 in the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements, for a summary of our Share Incentive Plans. 

The following table provides information related to the Second Amended 2006 Plan as of December 31, 2018: 

Equity Compensation Plan Information 
(b) 

(a) 

Number of 
securities to 
be issued upon 
exercise of 
outstanding 
options, 
warrants and 
rights 

Weighted-average 
exercise price 
of outstanding 
options, warrants 
and rights 

(c) 
Number of 
securities 
remaining 
available for 
future issuance 
under equity 
compensation 
plans (excluding 
securities 
reflected in 
column (a)) 

Equity compensation plans approved by security holders 
Equity compensation plans not approved by security holders 
Total 

—        $ 
—           
—        $ 

—           
—           
—           

1,173,692    
—    
1,173,692   

Remaining Common Shares available under the Amended 2006 Plan are as follows: 

Outstanding Common Shares as of December 31, 2018 
Outstanding OP Units as of December 31, 2018 
Total Outstanding Common Shares and OP Units 

Common Shares and OP Units pursuant to the Second Amended 2006 Plan 
Total Common Shares available under equity compensation plans 

Less: Issuance of Restricted Shares and LTIP Units Granted 
Issuance of Options Granted 
Number of Common Shares remaining available 

81,557,472    
5,030,417    
86,587,889    

8,893,681    
8,893,681    

(4,948,216 ) 
(2,771,773 ) 
1,173,692   

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Share Price Performance   

The following graph compares the cumulative total shareholder return for our Common Shares for the period commencing December 31, 2013, 
through December 31, 2018, with the cumulative total return on the Russell 2000 Index (“Russell 2000”), the NAREIT All Equity REIT Index 
(the “NAREIT”) and the SNL Shopping Center REITs (the “SNL”) over the same period. Total return values for the Russell 2000, the NAREIT, 
the SNL and the Common Shares were calculated based upon cumulative total return assuming the investment of $100.00 in each of the Russell 
2000, the NAREIT, the SNL and our Common Shares on December 31, 2013, and assuming reinvestment of dividends. The shareholder return 
as set forth in the table below is not necessarily indicative of future performance. The information in this section is not “soliciting material,” is 
not deemed “filed” with the SEC, and is not to be incorporated by reference into any of our filings under the Securities Act or the Exchange Act, 
whether made before or after the date hereof and irrespective of any general incorporation language contained in such filing. 

Index 
Acadia Realty Trust 
Russell 2000 
NAREIT All Equity REIT Index 
SNL REIT Retail Shopping Ctr Index 

2013 

2014 

At December 31, 
2016 
2015 

2017 

2018 

   $ 

100.00       $ 
100.00          
100.00          
100.00          

134.48       $ 
104.89          
128.03          
129.58          

144.55       $ 
100.26          
131.64          
136.51          

147.43       $ 
121.63          
143.00          
141.27          

128.04       $ 
139.44          
155.41          
125.62          

115.96    
124.09    
149.12    
105.42   

Recent Sales of Unregistered Securities Use of Proceeds from Registered Securities 

None.   

Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities 

During 2018, the Company revised its share repurchase program. The new share repurchase program authorizes management, at its discretion, 
to repurchase up to $200.0 million of its outstanding Common Shares. The program may be discontinued or extended at any time. The Company 
repurchased 2,294,235 shares for $55.1 million, inclusive of $0.1 million of fees, during the year ended December 31, 2018. The Company did 
not repurchase any shares during the years ended December 31, 2017 or 2016. As of December 31, 2018, management may repurchase up to 
approximately $144.9 million of the Company’s outstanding Common Shares under this program. 

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ITEM 6. 

SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA 

The following table sets forth, on a historical basis, our selected financial data. This information should be read in conjunction with our audited 
Consolidated  Financial  Statements  and  Management’s  Discussion  and  Analysis  of  Financial  Condition  and  Results  of  Operations  appearing 
elsewhere in this Report.   

2018 

Year Ended December 31, 
2016 

2017 

2015 

2014 

(dollars in thousands, except per share amounts) 
OPERATING DATA: 
Revenues 
Operating expenses, excluding depreciation and impairment charges 
Depreciation and amortization 
Impairment charges 
Equity in earnings of unconsolidated affiliates inclusive 
      of gains on disposition of properties 
Interest income 
Gain on change in control and other 
Interest expense 
(Loss) income from continuing operations before income taxes 
Income tax (provision) benefit 
(Loss) income from continuing operations before 
      gain on disposition of properties 
Income from discontinued operations, net of tax 
Gain on disposition of properties, net of tax 
Net (loss) income 
Loss (income) attributable to noncontrolling interests: 
Continuing operations 
Discontinued operations 
Net loss (income) attributable to noncontrolling interests 
Net income attributable to Acadia 

Supplemental Information: 
Income from continuing operations attributable to Acadia 
Income from discontinued operations attributable to Acadia 
Net income attributable to Acadia 

Basic earnings per share: 
Income from continuing operations 
Income from discontinued operations 
Basic earnings per share 

Diluted earnings per share: 
Income from continuing operations 
Income from discontinued operations 
Diluted earnings per share 

Weighted average number of Common Shares outstanding 

Basic 
Diluted 

Cash dividends declared per Common Share 

BALANCE SHEET DATA: 

Real estate before accumulated depreciation 
Total assets 
Total indebtedness, net 
Total common shareholders’ equity 
Noncontrolling interests 
Total equity 

OTHER: 

Funds from operations attributable to Common Shareholders 
      and Common OP Unit holders (a) 
Cash flows provided by (used in): (b) 
Operating activities 
Investing activities 
Financing activities 

    $ 

262,213        $ 
(117,123 )         
(117,549 )         
—           

250,262        $ 
(113,554 )         
(104,934 )         
(14,455 )         

9,302           
13,231           
—           
(69,978 )         
(19,904 )         
(934 )         

(20,838 )         
—           
5,140           
(15,698 )         

47,137           
—           
47,137           
31,439        $ 

23,371           
29,143           
5,571           
(58,978 )         
16,426           
(1,004 )         

15,422           
—           
48,886           
64,308           

(2,838 )         
—           
(2,838 )         
61,470        $ 

189,939        $ 
(98,039 )         
(70,011 )         
—           

39,449           
25,829           
—           
(34,645 )         
52,522           
105           

52,627           
—           
81,965           
134,592           

(61,816 )         
—           
(61,816 )         
72,776        $ 

199,063        $ 
(88,850 )         
(60,751 )         
(5,000 )         

37,330           
16,603           
1,596           
(37,297 )         
62,694           
(1,787 )         

60,907           
—           
89,063           
149,970           

(84,262 )         
—           
(84,262 )         
65,708        $ 

179,681    
(79,104 ) 
(49,645 ) 
—    

111,578    
12,607    
2,724    
(39,426 ) 
138,415    
(629 ) 

137,786    
1,222    
13,138    
152,146    

(80,059 ) 
(1,023 ) 
(81,082 ) 
71,064    

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

31,439        $ 
—           
31,439        $ 

61,470        $ 
—           
61,470        $ 

72,776        $ 
—           
72,776        $ 

65,708        $ 
—           
65,708        $ 

70,865    
199    
71,064    

0.38        $ 
—           
0.38        $ 

0.38        $ 
—           
0.38        $ 

0.73        $ 
—           
0.73        $ 

0.73        $ 
—           
0.73        $ 

0.94        $ 
—           
0.94        $ 

0.94        $ 
—           
0.94        $ 

0.94        $ 
—           
0.94        $ 

0.94        $ 
—           
0.94        $ 

1.18    
—    
1.18    

1.18    
—    
1.18    

82,080           
82,080           
1.09        $ 

83,683           
83,685           
1.05        $ 

76,231           
76,244           
1.16        $ 

68,851           
68,870           
1.22        $ 

59,402    
59,426    
1.23    

3,697,805        $ 
3,958,780           
1,550,545           
1,459,505           
622,442           
2,081,947           

3,466,482        $ 
3,960,247           
1,424,409           
1,567,199           
648,440           
2,215,639           

3,382,000        $ 
3,995,960           
1,488,718           
1,588,577           
589,548           
2,178,125           

2,736,283        $ 
3,032,319           
1,358,606           
1,100,488           
420,866           
1,521,354           

2,208,595    
2,720,721    
1,118,602    
1,055,541    
380,416    
1,435,957    

118,870           

134,667           

117,070           

111,560           

78,882    

96,076           
(136,619 )         
(10,278 )         

114,655           
4,063           
(127,758 )         

109,848           
(613,564 )         
488,365           

113,598           
(354,503 )         
96,101           

82,519    
(268,516 ) 
324,388   

(a)  Funds  from  operations is a non-GAAP  measure.  For  an  explanation  of  the  measure  and a  reconciliation  to the  nearest  GAAP  measure,  see  “Item  7.  Management’s 

Discussion and Analysis — Supplemental Financial Measures.” 

(b)  Cash flow activities for the years ended December 31, 2015 and 2014 have not been adjusted for the impact of ASUs 2016-15 and 2016-18 (Note 1).   

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ITEM 7.  MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS. 

OVERVIEW 

As of December 31, 2018, there were 171 properties, which we own or have an ownership interest in, within our Core Portfolio and Funds. Our 
Core Portfolio consists of those properties either 100% owned, or partially owned through joint venture interests by the Operating Partnership, 
or subsidiaries thereof, not including those properties owned through our Funds. These properties primarily consist of street and urban retail, and 
dense suburban shopping centers. See  Item 2. Properties for a summary of our wholly-owned and partially-owned retail properties and their 
physical occupancies at December 31, 2018. 

The majority of our operating income is derived from rental revenues from operating properties, including expense recoveries from tenants, offset 
by operating and overhead expenses. As our RCP Venture invests in operating companies, the Operating Partnership invests through a taxable 
REIT subsidiary (“TRS”). 

Our primary business objective is to acquire and manage commercial retail properties that will provide  cash for distributions to shareholders 
while also creating the potential for capital appreciation to enhance investor returns. We focus on the following fundamentals to achieve this 
objective: 

•  Own  and  operate  a  Core  Portfolio  of  high-quality  retail  properties  located  primarily  in  high-barrier-to-entry,  densely-populated 
metropolitan areas and create value through accretive  development and re-tenanting activities coupled  with the acquisition of  high-
quality assets that have the long-term potential to outperform the asset class as part of our Core asset recycling and acquisition initiative. 
•  Generate  additional  external  growth  through  an  opportunistic  yet  disciplined  acquisition  program  within  our  Funds.  We  target 

transactions with high inherent opportunity for the creation of additional value through: 
◦ 

value-add  investments  in  street  retail  properties,  located  in  established  and  “next  generation”  submarkets,  with  re-tenanting  or 
repositioning opportunities, 
opportunistic acquisitions of well-located real-estate anchored by distressed retailers, and 
other opportunistic acquisitions which may include high-yield acquisitions and purchases of distressed debt. 

◦ 
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Some of these investments historically have also included, and may in the future include, joint ventures with private equity investors for the 
purpose of making investments in operating retailers with significant embedded value in their real estate assets. 

•  Maintain a strong and flexible balance sheet through conservative financial practices while ensuring access to sufficient capital to fund 

future growth. 

SIGNIFICANT DEVELOPMENTS DURING THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2018 

Investments 

During the year ended December 31, 2018, within our Fund portfolio we invested in three new consolidated properties aggregating $149.0 
million as follows (Note 2): 

•  On October 23, 2018, Fund V acquired a shopping center in Hiram, Georgia for $44.4 million referred to as “Hiram Pavilion.” 

•  On July 18, 2018, Fund V acquired a suburban shopping center in Elk Grove, California for $59.3 million referred to as “Elk Grove 

Commons.” 

•  On February 21, 2018, Fund V acquired a suburban shopping center in Trussville, Alabama for $45.3 million referred to as 

“Trussville.” 

On October 11, 2018, Fund IV obtained the venture partner’s interest in one of its equity method investments and consolidated 11 Broughton 
Street Portfolio properties (Note 4).   

In  addition,  within  our  Core  Portfolio,  we  converted  a  portion  of  an  existing  note  receivable  (Note  3)  into  an  interest  in  the  unconsolidated 
underlying real estate collateral as follows: 

•  On March 28, 2018, we exchanged a total of $22.0 million of our Brandywine Note Receivable plus accrued interest of $0.3 million 

for an incremental 14.11% undivided interest in Town Center (Note 4). 

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Dispositions of Real Estate 

During the year ended December 31, 2018, within our Funds we sold six properties and four retail condominium units for an aggregate sales 
price of $76.6 million as follows (Note 2, Note 4): 

•  On November 30, December 10, 17, and 21, Fund IV sold four consolidated condominium units for an aggregate of $12.1 million, for 

which there was no gain or loss.   

•  On August 29, Fund IV sold one of its unconsolidated Broughton Street properties for $2.0 million, resulting in a loss of $0.3 million 

of which our share was $0.1 million. 

•  On August 29, Fund IV sold its consolidated 1861 Union Street property for $6.0 million, resulting in a gain of $2.2 million at the 

property level of which our share was $0.5 million.   

•  On August 27, Fund IV sold its consolidated Lake Montclair property for $22.5 million and recognized a gain of $2.9 million at the 

property level of which our share was $0.7 million. 

•  On April 17, 2018, Fund II sold its consolidated Sherman Avenue property, which was previously classified as held for sale, for $26.0 

million. 

•  On  January 18,  2018,  Fund  IV  sold  two  unconsolidated  Broughton  Street  properties  for  aggregate  proceeds  of  $8.0  million  and 

recognized a loss of $0.4 million at the property level, of which both Fund IV and our pro-rata share was negligible.   

In addition, on June 29, 2018, a Fund IV unconsolidated investee terminated its master leases at two of its Broughton Street properties. 

Financings 

During the year ended December 31, 2018, we obtained aggregate net new financing of $233.0 million including (Note 7): 

•  We obtained an aggregate of $109.5 million in financings through four new mortgages for Fund V. 
•  We obtained a $73.5 million mortgage for Sullivan Center, a Core property.     
•  We obtained a new $500.0 million Core Credit Facility comprised of a $150.0 million senior unsecured revolving credit facility and a 
$350.0 million senior unsecured term loan and refinanced our existing $300.0 million credit facility (comprised of the $150.0 million 
Core unsecured revolving line of credit and the $150.0 million term loan) and $150.0 million in term loans. 

During the year ended December 31, 2018, we utilized proceeds from the new term loan to repay one Core mortgage in the amount of $40.4 
million. The Funds also repaid three non-recourse Fund mortgages aggregating $27.2 million in connection with three of the property sales noted 
above. 

Structured Financing 

During the year ended December 31, 2018 (Note 3) we entered into the following structured financing transactions: 

•  As discussed above, on March 28, 2018, we exchanged a total of $22.0 million of our Core Brandywine Note Receivable plus accrued 

interest of $0.3 million for an incremental 14.11% undivided interest in Town Center (Note 4). 

•  On March 16, 2018, we funded an additional $2.8 million on an existing Core $15.0 million note receivable. 

•  On January 24, 2018, we received full payment on a $26.0 million Core note receivable plus $0.2 million interest thereon. 

Share Repurchase Plan 

In February 2018, our Board of Trustees elected to terminate the existing repurchase program and authorized a new common share repurchase 
program under which we may repurchase, from time to time, up to a maximum of $200.0 million of our common shares (Note 10). Through 
December 31, 2018, we repurchased 2,294,235 shares for $55.1 million. 

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RESULTS OF OPERATIONS 

See Note 12 in the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements for an overview of our three reportable segments. 

Comparison of Results for the Year Ended December 31, 2018 to the Year Ended December 31, 2017 

The  results  of  operations  by  reportable  segment  for  the  year  ended  December 31,  2018  compared  to  the  year  ended  December 31, 2017  are 
summarized in the table below (in millions, totals may not add due to rounding): 

Year Ended 
December 31, 2018 

Year Ended 
December 31, 2017 

Increase (Decrease) 

    Core         Funds        SF 
   $ 167.9    
       (60.9 ) 

   $  94.3    
       (56.6 ) 

   $  —       $  262.2       $ 170.0       $  80.3       $  —       $  250.3       $ 
       —          (117.5 )         (61.7 )         (43.2 )         —          (104.9 )        

       Total         Core         Funds        SF 

       Total         Core         Funds        SF 

       Total     
(2.1 )     $  14.0       $  —       $  11.9    
(0.8 )         13.4           —           12.6    

Revenues 
Depreciation and amortization 
Property operating expenses, other 
      operating and real estate taxes 
       (45.1 ) 
       —    
General and administrative expenses 
       —    
Impairment charge 
Operating income (loss) 
       61.9    
Gain on disposition of properties, net of tax         —    
Interest income 
       —    
Equity in earnings of unconsolidated 
      affiliates inclusive of gains on 
      disposition of properties 
Interest expense 
Gain on change in control 
Income tax provision 
Net income (loss) 
Net loss (income) attributable 
      to noncontrolling interests 
Net income attributable to Acadia 

       (37.6 ) 
       —    
       —    
       —    
5.1    

       —           (82.8 )         (45.3 )         (34.4 )         —           (79.8 )        
       —           (34.3 )         —    
       —           —           —    
       —           27.5           62.9           (11.8 )         —           17.3          
       —          

3.0    
3.2           —          
0.5    
       —           —           (33.8 )         —           —           —          
       (14.5 )         —           (14.5 )         —           (14.5 )         —           (14.5 ) 
(1.0 )         11.8           —           10.2    
       48.9    
       —           48.9           —           (43.8 )         —           (43.8 ) 
       —           29.1           29.1           —           —           (15.9 )         (15.9 ) 

5.1           —    
       —           13.2           13.2           —    

(0.2 )        

7.4          

1.9           —          

3.7           (17.7 )         —           (14.1 ) 
3.7           19.6           —           23.4          
(1.0 )         12.0           —           11.0    
       (27.6 )         (42.4 )         —           (70.0 )         (28.6 )         (30.4 )         —           (59.0 )        
(5.6 ) 
5.6          
       —           —           —           —          
(5.6 )         —           —          
       —           —           —          
0.1    
(1.0 )         —           —           —          
(1.9 )         (61.6 )         (15.9 )         (80.0 ) 
       41.7           (35.3 )         13.2           (15.7 )         43.6           26.3           29.1           64.3          

5.6           —           —          
(0.9 )         —           —           —          

9.3          

0.8           46.4           —           47.1          

(2.8 )        
   $  42.4       $  11.0       $  13.2       $  31.4       $  42.5       $  24.6       $  29.1       $  61.5       $ 

(1.7 )         —          

(1.1 )        

(1.9 )         (48.1 )         —           (49.9 ) 
(0.1 )     $  (13.6 )     $  (15.9 )     $  (30.1 ) 

Core Portfolio 

The results of operations for our Core Portfolio segment are depicted in the table above under the headings labeled “Core.” Segment net income 
attributable to Acadia for our Core Portfolio decreased $0.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2018 compared to the prior year as a result 
of the changes further described below. 

Revenues for our Core Portfolio decreased $2.1 million for the  year ended December 31, 2018 compared to the prior year due primarily to a 
decrease of $4.3 million related to tenant bankruptcies in 2018 and a decrease of $2.5 million due to a real estate tax reassessment at a property 
in 2017. These decreases were partially offset by a $2.4 million increase from the conversion of a portion of a note receivable into increased 
ownership in real estate during 2018 (Note 4) and a $2.4 million increase from the write-off of below market leases at properties in 2018. 

Equity in earnings of unconsolidated affiliates for our Core Portfolio increased $3.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2018 compared to 
the prior year primarily due to the conversion of a portion of a note receivable into increased ownership in real estate as described above. 

Interest expense for our Core Portfolio decreased $1.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2018 compared to the prior year due to lower 
average outstanding borrowings in 2018 compared to 2017. 

The gain on change in control of $5.6 million during the year ended December 31, 2017 resulted from the consolidation of our investment in 
Market Square upon acquisition of the outstanding third-party interests (Note 4). 

Net loss (income) attributable to noncontrolling interests for our Core Portfolio decreased $1.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2018 
compared to the prior year based on the noncontrolling interests’ share of the variances discussed above. 

Funds 

The  results  of  operations  for  our  Funds  segment  are  depicted  in  the  table  above  under  the  headings  labeled  “Funds.”  Segment  net  income 
attributable to Acadia for the Funds decreased $13.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2018 compared to the prior year as a result of the 
changes described below. The net loss for our Funds for the year ended December 31, 2018 is primarily related to depreciation and amortization 
on pre-stabilized assets.   

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Revenues for the Funds increased $14.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2018 compared to the prior year primarily due to a $22.5 million 
increase from Fund property acquisitions in 2017 and 2018, a $2.6 million increase from development projects being placed in service during 
2017. These increases were partially offset by a decrease of $10.5 million related to property sales in 2017 and 2018. 

Depreciation and amortization for the Funds increased $13.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2018 compared to the prior year primarily 
due to an $12.1 million increase from Fund property acquisitions in 2017 and 2018 and as well as $5.7 million from development projects being 
placed in service during 2017. These increases were partially offset by a decrease of $4.3 million related to property sales in 2017 and 2018. 

Property operating expenses, other operating and real estate taxes for the Funds increased $3.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2018 
compared to the prior year primarily due to a $6.8 million increase from Fund property acquisitions in 2017 and 2018 and a $1.0 million increase 
from the City Point project being placed in service during 2017. These increases were partially offset by a decrease of $4.5 million from property 
sales in 2017 and 2018. 

Impairment  charge  during  the  year  ended December, 31,  2017 totaled $14.5  million,  comprised  of  charges  of $10.6  million for  a  property 
classified as held for sale in 2017 and $3.8 million for a property sold in 2017 (Note 8). 

Gain on disposition of properties for the Funds decreased $43.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2018 compared to the prior year due to 
the sales of Lake Montclair and 1861 Union in Fund IV in 2018, which aggregated $5.1 million and the sales of 216th street, City Point Tower 1 
and 161st street in Fund II, New Hyde Park Shopping Center in Fund III and 1151 Third Avenue in Fund IV in 2017, which aggregated $48.9 
million. 

Equity in earnings of unconsolidated affiliates for the Funds decreased $17.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2018 compared to the 
prior year primarily due to the Fund’s proportionate share of $14.8 million in aggregate gains from the sales of  Arundel Plaza, 1701 Belmont 
Avenue and 2819 Kennedy Boulevard during 2017, $3.1 million from distributions in excess of our carrying value related to Fund II’s investment 
in Mervyns and Albertson’s in 2017 and $2.5 million from the recognition of 100% of the net loss from Broughton Street in 2018 as our partner 
is no longer absorbing their share of the losses. These decreases were partially offset by $3.2 million for a distribution in excess of carrying value 
from Fund III’s investment in the Self-Storage Management (Note 4) during 2018. 

Interest expense for the Funds increased $12.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2018 compared to the prior year due to $8.2 million less 
interest capitalized primarily related to our Fund II City Point project during 2018 and a $6.1 million increase related to higher average outstanding 
rates in 2018. These increases were offset by $1.5 million of higher loan cost amortization in 2017 and $1.0 million for lower average outstanding 
borrowings in 2018. 

Net loss (income) attributable to noncontrolling interests for the Funds decreased $48.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2018 compared 
to  the  prior  year  based  on  the  noncontrolling  interests’  share  of  the  variances  discussed  above.  (Income)  loss  attributable  to  noncontrolling 
interests in the Funds includes asset management fees earned by the Company of $18.0 million and $18.4 million for the years ended December 
31, 2018 and 2017, respectively.   

Structured Financing 

The results of operations for our Structured Financing segment are depicted in the table above under the headings labeled “SF.” Interest income 
for the Structured Financing portfolio decreased $15.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2018 compared to the prior year primarily due 
to $7.2 million from the conversion of a portion of a note receivable into increased ownership in the real estate (Note 4), the recognition of 
additional interest of $3.9 million during 2017 on the repayment of a note (Note 3) and $4.8 million from loan payoffs during 2017 and 2018. 

Unallocated 

The Company does not allocate general and administrative expense and income taxes to its reportable segments. These unallocated amounts are 
depicted in the table above under the headings labeled “Total.”   

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Comparison of Results for the Year Ended December 31, 2017 to the Year Ended December 31, 2016 

The  results  of  operations  by  reportable  segment  for  the  year  ended  December 31,  2017  compared  to  the  year  ended  December 31, 2016  are 
summarized in the table below (in millions, totals may not add due to rounding): 

Year Ended 
December 31, 2017 

Year Ended 
December 31, 2016 

Increase (Decrease) 

       Total         Core         Funds        SF 

       Total         Core         Funds        SF 

       Total     
    Core         Funds        SF 
   $ 170.0       $  80.3       $  —       $  250.3       $ 150.2       $  39.7       $  —       $ 189.9       $  19.8       $  40.6       $  —       $  60.4    
7.1           27.8           —           34.9    
       (61.7 )         (43.2 )         —          (104.9 )         (54.6 )         (15.4 )         —           (70.0 )        

Revenues 
Depreciation and amortization 
Property operating expenses, other 
      operating and real estate taxes 
5.7           16.6           —           22.4    
       (45.3 )         (34.4 )         —           (79.8 )         (39.6 )         (17.8 )         —           (57.4 )        
(6.8 ) 
       —           —           —           (33.8 )         —           —           —           (40.6 )         —           —           —          
General and administrative expenses 
       —           (14.5 )         —           (14.5 )         —           —           —           —           —           14.5           —           14.5    
Impairment charge 
Operating income (loss) 
(4.6 ) 
       62.9           (11.8 )         —           17.3           56.0          
Gain on disposition of properties, net of tax         —           48.9           —           48.9           —           82.0           —           82.0           —           (33.1 )         —           (33.1 ) 
Interest income 
3.3    
Equity in earnings of unconsolidated 
      affiliates inclusive of gains on 
      disposition of properties 
Interest expense 
Gain on change in control 
Income tax (provision) benefit 
Net income (loss) 
Net income attributable 
      to noncontrolling interests 
Net income attributable to Acadia 

5.6           —           —          
       —           —           —          
       43.6           26.3           29.1           64.3           32.4           116.9           25.8           134.6           11.2           (90.6 )        

(0.1 )         (16.1 )         —           (16.0 ) 
1.2           23.2           —           24.4    
5.6    
5.6           —           —          
(1.1 ) 
0.1           —           —           —          
3.3           (70.3 ) 

3.8           35.7           —           39.4          
(7.2 )         —           (34.6 )        
       —          

   $  42.5       $  24.6       $  29.1       $  61.5       $  29.0       $  58.5       $  25.8       $  72.8       $  13.5       $  (33.9 )     $ 

       —           —           29.1           29.1           —           —           25.8           25.8           —           —          

5.6           —    
(1.0 )         —           —           —          

(2.3 )         (56.7 )         —           (59.0 ) 
3.3       $  (11.3 ) 

       (28.6 )         (30.4 )         —           (59.0 )         (27.4 )        

(3.4 )         (58.4 )         —           (61.8 )        

3.7           19.6           —           23.4          

6.9           (18.3 )         —          

6.5           —           21.9          

(1.7 )         —          

       —    

       —    

(2.8 )        

(1.1 )        

3.3          

Core Portfolio 

The results of operations for our Core Portfolio segment are depicted in the table above under the headings labeled “Core.” Segment net income 
attributable to Acadia for our Core Portfolio increased by $13.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2017 compared to the prior year as a 
result of the changes as further described below. 

Revenues from our Core Portfolio increased by $19.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2017 compared to  2016 due to $22.7 million 
related to Core property acquisitions in 2016 partially offset by $3.8 million attributable to the deconsolidation of the Brandywine Portfolio in 
2016. 

Depreciation and amortization for our Core Portfolio increased by $7.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2017 compared to 2016 due to 
$10.3 million of additional depreciation related to Core property acquisitions in 2016 partially offset by $3.4 million of additional depreciation 
and amortization related to an adjustment for tenant kick-out options in 2016 (Note 1). 

Property operating, other operating expenses and real estate taxes for our Core Portfolio increased by $5.7 million for the year ended December 
31, 2017 compared to 2016 primarily due to Core property acquisitions in 2016. 

Interest expense for the Core Portfolio increased $1.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2017 compared to 2016 due to $2.1 million from 
higher average outstanding balances in 2017 and a $0.9 million increase in capital lease interest in 2017, partially offset by $1.0 million due to 
lower average interest rates. 

The gain on change in control of $5.6 million during the year ended December 31, 2017 resulted from the consolidation of our investment in 
Market Square upon acquisition of the outstanding third-party interests (Note 4). 

Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests decreased $2.3 million due to the change in control of the Brandywine Portfolio in 2016. 

Funds 

The  results  of  operations  for  our  Funds  segment  are  depicted  in  the  table  above  under  the  headings  labeled  “Funds.”  Segment  net  income 
attributable to Acadia for the Funds decreased by $33.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2017 compared to 2016 as a result of the changes 
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Revenues from the Funds increased by $40.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2017 compared to 2016 primarily due to $26.1 million 
related to Fund property acquisitions in 2016 and 2017 as well as $13.6 million from development projects being placed in service during 2017 
(Note 2). 

Depreciation and amortization for the Funds increased by $27.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2017 compared to 2016 primarily due 
to $15.9 million related to Fund property acquisitions in 2016 and 2017 as well as $11.0 million from the development projects being placed in 
service during 2017. 

Property operating, other operating expenses and real estate taxes for the Funds increased by $16.6 million for the  year ended December 31, 
2017 compared to 2016 due to $8.5 million from the development projects placed into service in 2017 as well as $6.8 million from Fund property 
acquisitions in 2016 and 2017. 

Impairment  charges  during  the  year  ended December 31,  2017 totaled $14.5  million,  comprised  of  charges  of $10.7  million for  a  property 
classified as held for sale in 2017 and $3.8 million for a property sold in 2017 (Note 8). 

Gain  on  disposition  of  properties  for  the  Funds  decreased  by $33.1  million for  the  year  ended December 31,  2017 compared  to  2016.  Gains 
during 2017 include $31.5 million from the sale of Fund II’s 260 E. 161st Street property, $6.5 million from the sale of Fund II’s 216th Street 
property, $5.2 million from Fund IV’s 1151 Third Avenue property and $6.4 million from the sale of Fund III’s New Hyde Park Shopping Center. 
Gains during 2016 comprised $16.6 million from the sale of Fund III’s Heritage Shops and $65.4 million from the sale of a 65% interest in 
Cortlandt Town Center. 

Equity in earnings of unconsolidated affiliates for the Funds decreased by $16.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2017 compared to 2016 
primarily due to the Fund’s proportionate share of $14.8 million in aggregate gains from the sales of 1701 Belmont Avenue, Arundel Plaza and 
2819 Kennedy Boulevard during 2017 as well as distributions in excess of our carrying value related to investments in Mervyn’s and Albertsons 
(Note 4) versus the Fund’s proportionate share of $36.0 million from the sale of Cortlandt Town Center in 2016. 

Interest expense for the Funds increased $23.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2017 compared to 2016 due to $7.8 million less interest 
capitalized during 2017, a $6.0 million increase related to higher average interest rates in 2017, a $5.1 million increase related to higher average 
outstanding borrowings in 2017, and a $2.9 million increase in amortization of additional loan costs in 2017. 

Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests in the Funds decreased by $56.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2017 compared to 
2016 due to the noncontrolling interests’ share of the variances discussed above. Income attributable to noncontrolling interests in the Funds 
includes asset management fees earned by the Company of $18.4 million and $15.6 million for the years ended December 31, 2017 and 2016, 
respectively. 

Structured Financing 

The results of operations for our Structured Financing segment are depicted in the table above under the headings labeled “SF.” Net income for 
Structured Financing increased by $3.3 million compared to the prior year primarily due to the recognition of additional interest of $3.6 million 
during 2017 on the repayment of a note (Note 3) and new loans originated during 2016. These increases were partially offset by the conversion 
of a portion of a note receivable into increased ownership in the real estate in 2017 (Note 4). 

Unallocated 

The Company does not allocate general and administrative expense and income taxes to its reportable segments. These unallocated amounts 
are depicted in the table above under the headings labeled “Total.” General and administrative expenses decreased by $6.8 million primarily as 
a  result  of  the acceleration  of  equity-based  compensation  awards  related  to  retirements  in  2016  totaling  $4.2  million as  well  as  increased 
compensation expense in 2016, which included $3.9 million related to the Program (Note 13). 

The income tax provision for 2017 relates to increased income of the taxable REIT subsidiaries and adjustments to reflect the new provisions of 
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SUPPLEMENTAL FINANCIAL MEASURES 

Net Property Operating Income 

The following discussion of net property operating income (“NOI”) and rent spreads on new and renewal leases includes the activity from both 
our consolidated and our  pro-rata share of unconsolidated properties within our Core Portfolio. Our Funds invest primarily in properties that 
typically require significant leasing and development. Given that the Funds are finite-life investment vehicles, these properties are sold following 
stabilization. For these reasons, we believe NOI and rent spreads are not meaningful measures for our Fund investments. 

NOI represents property revenues less property expenses. We consider NOI and rent spreads on new and renewal leases for our Core Portfolio 
to be appropriate supplemental disclosures of Core Portfolio operating performance due to their widespread acceptance and use within the REIT 
investor and analyst communities. NOI and rent spreads on new and renewal leases are presented to  assist investors in analyzing our property 
performance,  however,  our  method  of  calculating  these  may  be  different  from  methods  used  by  other  REITs  and,  accordingly,  may  not  be 
comparable to such other REITs. 

A reconciliation of consolidated operating income to net operating income - Core Portfolio follows (in thousands): 

Consolidated operating income 
Add back: 

General and administrative 
Depreciation and amortization 
Impairment charge 

Less: 
Above/below market rent and straight-line rent 
Consolidated NOI 

Year Ended December 31, 

2018 

2017 

2016 

    $ 

27,541              $ 

17,319              $ 

21,889    

34,343                
117,549                
—                

33,756                 
104,934                 
14,455                 

40,648    
70,011    
—    

(23,521 )             
155,912                

(21,110 )              
149,354                 

(5,313 ) 
127,235    

Noncontrolling interest in consolidated NOI 
Less: Operating Partnership's interest in Fund NOI included above 
Add: Operating Partnership's share of unconsolidated joint ventures NOI (a) 
NOI - Core Portfolio 

(37,496 )             
(9,790 )             
24,919                
133,545             $ 

(28,379 )              
(7,927 )              
19,539                 
132,587             $ 

(20,872 ) 
(4,981 ) 
16,547    
117,929   

    $ 

(a)  Does not include the Operating Partnership’s share of NOI from unconsolidated joint ventures within the Funds. 

Same-Property  NOI  includes  Core  Portfolio  properties  that  we  owned  for  both  the  current  and  prior  periods  presented,  but  excludes  those 
properties which we acquired, sold or expected to sell, and developed during these periods. The following table summarizes Same-Property NOI 
for our Core Portfolio (in thousands): 

Core Portfolio NOI 
Less properties excluded from Same-Property NOI 
Same-Property NOI 

Percent change from prior year period 

Components of Same-Property NOI: 
Same-Property Revenues 
Same-Property Operating Expenses 
Same-Property NOI 

40 

Year Ended December 31, 
2017 
2018 

133,545         $ 
(7,353 )         
126,192         $ 

1.8 %        

132,587    
(8,633 ) 
123,954    

173,471         $ 
(47,279 )         
126,192         $ 

168,624    
(44,670 ) 
123,954   

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The following table summarizes rent spreads on both a cash basis and straight-line basis for new and renewal leases based on leases executed 
within our Core Portfolio for the year ended December 31, 2018. Cash basis represents a comparison of rent most recently paid on the previous 
lease  as  compared  to  the  initial  rent  paid  on  the  new  lease.  Straight-line  basis  represents  a  comparison  of  rents  as  adjusted  for  contractual 
escalations, abated rent and lease incentives for the same comparable leases. 

Core Portfolio New and Renewal Leases 
Number of new and renewal leases executed 
GLA commencing 
New base rent 
Expiring base rent 
Percent growth in base rent 
Average cost per square foot (a) 
Weighted average lease term (years) 

Year Ended December 31, 2018 
Straight- 
Line Basis 

    Cash Basis 

    $ 
    $ 

    $ 

68            
562,304            
20.49         $ 
18.80         $ 
9.0 %        
7.51         $ 
5.4            

68    
562,304    
21.14    
18.17    
16.4 % 
7.51    
5.4   

(a)  The average cost per square foot includes tenant improvement costs, leasing commissions and tenant allowances. 

Funds from Operations 

We consider funds  from operations (“FFO”) as defined by the National  Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts (“NAREIT”)  to be an 
appropriate supplemental disclosure of operating performance for an equity REIT due to its widespread acceptance and use within the REIT and 
analyst communities. FFO is presented to assist investors in analyzing our performance. It is helpful as it excludes various items included in net 
income  that  are  not  indicative  of  the  operating  performance,  such  as  gains  (losses) from  sales  of  depreciated  property,  depreciation  and 
amortization, and impairment of depreciable real estate. Our method of calculating FFO may be different from methods used by other REITs 
and, accordingly, may not be comparable to such other REITs. FFO does not represent cash generated from operations as defined by generally 
accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) and is not indicative of cash available to fund all cash needs, including distributions. It should not be 
considered as an alternative to net income for the purpose of evaluating our performance or to cash flows as a measure of liquidity. Consistent 
with  the  NAREIT  definition,  we  define  FFO  as  net  income  (computed  in  accordance  with  GAAP),  excluding  gains  (losses) from  sales  of 
depreciated property and impairment of depreciable real estate, plus depreciation and amortization, and after adjustments for unconsolidated 
partnerships and joint ventures. A reconciliation of net income attributable to Acadia to FFO follows (dollars in thousands, except per share 
amounts): 

(dollars in thousands except per share data) 
Net income attributable to Acadia 

Depreciation of real estate and amortization of leasing costs (net of 
      noncontrolling interests' share) 
Impairment charge (net of noncontrolling interests' share) 
Gain on sale (net of noncontrolling interests’ share) 
Income attributable to Common OP Unit holders 
Distributions - Preferred OP Units 
Funds from operations attributable to Common Shareholders and 
      Common OP Unit holders 

Funds From Operations per Share - Diluted 
Basic weighted-average shares outstanding, GAAP earnings 
Weighted-average OP Units outstanding 
Basic weighted-average shares outstanding, FFO 
Assumed conversion of Preferred OP Units to common shares 
Assumed conversion of LTIP units and restricted share units to 
      common shares 
Diluted weighted-average number of Common Shares and Common 
      OP Units outstanding, FFO 

2018 

Year Ended December 31, 
2017 

2016 

    $ 

31,439    

   $ 

61,470    

   $ 

72,776    

85,852           
—           
(994 )         
2,033           
540           

83,515    
1,088    
(15,565 ) 
3,609    
550    

67,446    
—    
(28,154 ) 
4,442    
560    

    $ 

118,870        $ 

134,667    

   $ 

117,070    

82,080,159    
4,941,661           
87,021,820           
499,345           

83,682,789    
4,741,058    
88,423,847    
505,045    

76,231,000    
4,435,041    
80,666,041    
435,274    

206,646           

69,488    

150,843    

87,727,811           

88,998,380    

81,252,158    

Diluted Funds from operations, per Common Share and Common OP Unit 

    $ 

1.35        $ 

1.51    

   $ 

1.44   

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LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES 

Uses of Liquidity and Cash Requirements 

Our principal uses of liquidity are (i) distributions to our  shareholders and OP unit holders, (ii) investments which include the funding of our 
capital committed to the Funds and property acquisitions and development/re-tenanting activities within our Core Portfolio, (iii) distributions to 
our Fund investors, (iv) debt service and loan repayments and (v) share repurchases. 

Distributions 

In order to qualify as a REIT for federal income tax purposes, we must currently distribute at least 90% of our taxable income to our shareholders. 
During the year ended December 31, 2018, we paid dividends and distributions on our Common Shares, Common OP Units and Preferred OP 
Units totaling $95.9 million. 

Investments in Real Estate 

During the year ended December 31, 2018, within our Fund portfolio we invested in three new properties aggregating $149.0 million as follows 
(Note 2): 

•  On October 23, 2018, Fund V acquired a consolidated suburban shopping center in Hiram, Georgia for $44.4 million referred to as 

“Hiram Pavilion.” 

•  On July 18, 2018, Fund V acquired a consolidated suburban shopping center in Elk Grove, California for $59.3 million referred to as 

“Elk Grove Commons.” 

•  On February 21, 2018, Fund V acquired a consolidated suburban shopping center in Trussville, Alabama for $45.3 million referred to 

as “Trussville.” 

For activity subsequent to December 31, 2018, see Note 15. 

Capital Commitments 

During the year ended December 31, 2018, we made capital contributions aggregating $12.8 million to our Funds. At December 31, 2018, our 
share of the remaining capital commitments to our Funds aggregated $119.0 million as follows: 

• 

• 

• 

$6.4 million to Fund III. Fund III was launched in May 2007 with total committed capital of $450.0 million of which our original share 
was $89.6 million. During 2015, we acquired an additional interest, which had an original capital commitment of $20.9 million. 

$25.2 million to Fund IV. Fund IV was launched in May 2012 with total committed capital of $530.0 million of which our original share 
was $122.5 million. 

$87.4 million to Fund V. Fund V was launched in August 2016 with total committed capital of $520.0 million of which our initial share 
is $104.5 million. 

In addition, during April 2018, a distribution was made to the Fund II investors, including $4.3 million to the Operating Partnership. This amount 
remains subject to re-contribution to Fund II until April 2021. 

Development Activities 

During the year ended December 31, 2018, capitalized costs associated with development activities totaled $45.9 million. At December 31, 2018, 
our Funds  had a total of  five  properties under development and redevelopment for  which the  estimated total cost to complete these projects 
through 2020 was $62.9 million to $90.8 million and our share was approximately $28.8 million to $43.4 million. 

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Debt 

A summary of our consolidated debt, which includes the full amount of Fund related obligations and excludes our pro rata share of debt at our 
unconsolidated subsidiaries, is as follows (in thousands): 

Total Debt - Fixed and Effectively Fixed Rate 
Total Debt - Variable Rate 

Net unamortized debt issuance costs 
Unamortized premium 
Total Indebtedness 

December 31, 

2018 

2017 

1,001,658              $ 
558,675                 
1,560,333                 
(10,541 )              
753                 
1,550,545              $ 

899,650    
538,736    
1,438,386    
(14,833 ) 
856    
1,424,409   

    $ 

    $ 

As  of  December 31,  2018,  our  consolidated  outstanding  mortgage  and  notes  payable  aggregated  $1,560.3  million,  excluding  unamortized 
premium of $0.8 million and unamortized loan costs of $10.5 million, and were collateralized by 43 properties and related tenant leases. Interest 
rates on our outstanding indebtedness ranged from  1.00% to 6.00% with maturities that ranged from  February 20, 2019 to August 23, 2042. 
Taking into consideration $609.9 million of notional principal under variable to fixed-rate swap agreements currently in effect, $1,001.7 million 
of the portfolio debt, or 64.2%, was fixed at a 3.85% weighted-average interest rate and $558.7 million, or 35.8% was floating at a 4.11% weighted 
average interest rate as of December 31, 2018. Our variable-rate debt includes $143.8 million of debt subject to interest rate caps. 

There  is  $212.7  million  of  debt  maturing  in  2019  at  a  weighted-average  interest  rate  of  5.48%;  there  is  $6.4  million  of  scheduled  principal 
amortization due in 2019; and our share of scheduled remaining 2019 principal payments and maturities on our unconsolidated debt was $2.1 
million at December 31, 2018. In addition, $527.3 million of our total consolidated debt and $10.2 million of our pro-rata share of unconsolidated 
debt  will  come  due  in  2020.  As  it  relates  to  the  maturing  debt  in  2019  and  2020,  we  may  not  have  sufficient  cash  on  hand  to  repay  such 
indebtedness, and, therefore, we expect to refinance at least a portion of this indebtedness or select other alternatives based on market conditions 
as these loans mature; however, there can be no assurance that we will be able to obtain financing at acceptable terms. 

A  mortgage  loan  in  the  Company’s  Core  Portfolio  for  $26.3  million  was  in  default  and  subject  to  litigation  at  December 31,  2018  and 
December 31, 2017 (Note 7). 

Share Repurchases 

The Company repurchased $55.1 million, or 2,294,235 shares, pursuant to its new share repurchase program during the year ended December 31, 
2018. 

Sources of Liquidity 

Our primary sources of capital for funding our liquidity needs include (i) the issuance of both public equity and OP Units, (ii) the issuance of 
both secured and unsecured debt, (iii) unfunded capital commitments from noncontrolling interests within our Funds, (iv) future sales of existing 
properties, (v) repayments of structured financing investments, and (vi) cash on hand and future cash flow from operating activities. Our cash on 
hand in our consolidated subsidiaries at December 31, 2018 totaled $21.3 million. Our remaining sources of liquidity are described further below. 

Issuance of Equity 

We have an at-the-market (“ATM”) equity issuance program which provides us an efficient and low-cost vehicle for raising public equity to fund 
our capital needs. Through this program, we have been able to effectively “match-fund” the required equity for our Core Portfolio and Fund 
acquisitions through the issuance of Common Shares over extended periods employing a price averaging strategy. In addition, from time to time, 
we have issued and intend to continue to issue, equity in follow-on offerings separate from our ATM program. Net proceeds raised through our 
ATM program and follow-on offerings are primarily used for acquisitions, both for our Core Portfolio and our pro-rata share of Fund acquisitions, 
and for general corporate purposes. There were no issuances of equity either through follow-on offerings or under the ATM program during the 
year ended December 31, 2018. 

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Fund Capital 

During the year ended December 31, 2018, Fund III called capital contributions totaling $12.4 million, Fund IV called capital contributions of 
$8.1 million and Fund V called capital contributions of $39.3 million, of which our aggregate share was $12.8 million. At December 31, 2018, 
unfunded capital commitments from noncontrolling interests within our Funds III, IV and V were $19.7 million, $84.0 million and $347.5 million, 
respectively. 

Asset Sales 

As previously discussed, during the  year ended December 31, 2018, within our Fund portfolio  we  sold  three unconsolidated properties, four 
consolidated retail condominium units and three consolidated properties for an aggregate sales price of $76.6 million (Note 4, Note 2). 

Structured Financing Repayments 

During the year ended December 31, 2018, we received total collections on one note receivable of $26.0 million (Note 3).   

Financing and Debt 

As of December 31, 2018, we had $200.0 million of additional capacity under existing Core and Fund revolving debt facilities. In addition, at 
that date within our Core and Fund portfolios, we had 69 unleveraged consolidated properties with an aggregate carrying value of approximately 
$1.5 billion and one unleveraged unconsolidated property for which our share of the carrying value was $99.3 million, although there can be no 
assurance that we would be able to obtain financing for these properties at favorable terms, if at all. 

HISTORICAL CASH FLOW 

The following table compares the historical cash flow for the year ended December 31, 2018 with the cash flow for the year ended December 31, 
2017 (in millions): 

Net cash provided by operating activities 
Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities 
Net cash used in financing activities 

Decrease in cash and restricted cash 

Year Ended December 31, 
2017 

        Variance 

2018 

    $ 

    $ 

96.1        $ 
(136.6 )        
(10.3 )        
(50.8 )     $ 

114.7        $ 
4.1           
(127.8 )        
(9.0 )     $ 

(18.6 ) 
(140.7 ) 
117.5    
(41.8 ) 

Operating Activities 
Our operating activities provided $18.6 million less cash during the year ended December 31, 2018 as compared to the year ended December 
31, 2017, primarily due to a reduction in interest income, an increase in interest expense and an increase in property expenses partially offset by 
cash flows from the 2017 and 2018 Fund acquisitions. 

Investing Activities   

During the year ended December 31, 2018 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2017, our investing activities used $140.7 million more 
cash, primarily due to (i) $196.8 million less cash received from the proceeds from dispositions of properties, (ii) $17.3 million less cash received 
from return of capital from unconsolidated affiliates, and (iii) $6.0 million less cash received from repayments of notes receivable in 2018. These 
reductions in cash received were partially offset by (i) $56.1 million less cash used for the acquisition of real estate, (ii) $13.3 million less cash 
used for development and property improvement costs and (iii) $7.6 million less cash used for the issuance of notes receivable. 

Financing Activities 

Our financing activities used $117.5 million less cash during the year ended December 31, 2018 as compared to the year ended  December 31, 
2017, primarily from (i) an increase of $189.2 million of cash provided from net borrowings, (ii) a decrease of $10.6 million in cash paid for 
dividends to common shareholders and (iii) a decrease of $8.4 million in distributions to noncontrolling interests. These items were partially 
offset  by  (i)  $55.1  million  more  cash  used  for  the  repurchase  of  Common  Shares  and  (ii)  a  decrease  in  cash  of  $37.6  million  from  capital 
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Cash Flows for 2017 Compared to 2016 

The following table compares the historical cash flow for the year ended December 31, 2017 with the cash flow for the year ended December 31, 
2016 (dollars in millions): 

Net cash provided by operating activities 
Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities 
Net cash used in financing activities 

Decrease in cash and restricted cash 

Operating Activities 

Year Ended December 31, 
2016 

        Variance 

2017 

    $ 

    $ 

114.7        $ 
4.1           
(127.8 )        
(9.0 )     $ 

109.8        $ 
(613.6 )        
488.4           
(15.4 )     $ 

4.9    
617.7    
(616.2 ) 
6.4   

Our operating activities provided $4.9 million more cash during the year ended December 31, 2017, primarily due to additional cash flow from 
2016 and 2017 Core and Fund acquisitions partially offset by a $27.0 million rent prepayment received from a tenant in 2016. 

Investing Activities 

During the year ended December 31, 2017 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2016, our investing activities used $617.7 million less 
cash, primarily due to (i) $291.8 million less cash used for the acquisition of real estate, (ii) $146.8 million less cash used for the issuance of 
notes receivable, (iii) $110.3 million more cash received from disposition of properties, including unconsolidated affiliates, (iv) $65.6 million 
less cash used for investments and advances to unconsolidated investments, and (v) $41.3 million less cash used for development and property 
improvement costs. These items were partially offset by (i) $35.3 million less cash received from return of capital from unconsolidated 
affiliates, and (ii) $10.8 million less cash received from repayments of notes receivable. 

Financing Activities 

Our financing activities provided $616.2 million less cash during the year ended December 31, 2017, primarily from (i) $450.1 million less 
cash received from the issuance of Common Shares, (ii) a decrease in cash of $209.9 million from capital contributions from noncontrolling 
interests, and (iii) a decrease of $19.4 million of cash provided from net borrowings. These items were partially offset by a decrease of $66.1 
million in cash distributions to noncontrolling interests. 

CONTRACTUAL OBLIGATIONS 

The  following  table  summarizes:  (i)  principal  and  interest  obligations  under  mortgage  and  other  notes,  (ii)  rents  due  under  non-cancelable 
operating and capital leases, which includes ground leases at seven of our properties and the lease for our corporate office and (iii) construction 
commitments as of December 31, 2018 (in millions): 

Contractual Obligations 
Principal obligations on debt 
Interest obligations on debt 
Lease obligations (a) 
Construction commitments (b) 

Total 

Payments Due by Period 
1 to 3 
Years 

Less than 
1 Year 

3 to 5 
Years 

More than 
5 Years 

Total 

   $ 

   $ 

1,560.3       $ 
245.9          
203.1          
55.5          
2,064.8       $ 

219.1       $ 
76.7          
4.8          
55.5          
356.1       $ 

707.8       $ 
84.7          
8.9          
—          
801.4       $ 

419.2       $ 
44.1          
8.8          
—          
472.1       $ 

214.2    
40.4    
180.6    
—    
435.2   

(a)  A ground lease expiring during 2078 provides the Company with an option to purchase the underlying land during 2031. If we do not exercise the option, the rents that will be 

(b) 

due are based on future values and as such are not determinable at this time. Accordingly, the above table does not include rents for this lease beyond 2020. 
In conjunction with the development of our Core Portfolio and Fund properties, we have entered into construction commitments with general contractors. We intend to fund 
these requirements with existing liquidity. 

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OFF-BALANCE SHEET ARRANGEMENTS 

We  have  the  following  investments  made  through  joint  ventures  for  the  purpose  of  investing  in  operating  properties.  We  account  for  these 
investments using the equity method of accounting. As such, our financial statements reflect our investment and our share of  income and loss 
from, but not the individual assets and liabilities, of these joint ventures. 

See Note 4 in the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements, for a discussion of our unconsolidated investments. The Operating Partnership’s 
pro-rata share of unconsolidated non-recourse debt related to those investments is as follows (dollars in millions): 

Investment 
230/240 W. Broughton 
650 Bald Hill 
Eden Square (a) 
Promenade at Manassas (b) 
Gotham Plaza (c) 
Renaissance Portfolio 
Crossroads 
840 N. Michigan 
Georgetown Portfolio 
Total 

Operating Partnership 

December 31, 2018 

Ownership 
Percentage 

Pro-rata Share 
of 

Mortgage Debt        

Interest Rate 

        Maturity Date 

11.6 %    $ 
20.8 %       
22.8 %       
22.8 %       
49.0 %       
20.0 %       
49.0 %       
88.4 %       
50.0 %       
          $ 

1.1          
3.4          
5.7          
5.9          
9.8          
32.0          
32.4          
65.0          
8.3          
163.6             

5.35 %    
5.00 %    
4.50 %    
4.10 %    
3.95 %    
4.05 %    
3.94 %    
4.36 %    
4.72 %    

May 2019 
Apr 2020 
Jun 2020 
Dec 2021 
Jun 2023 
Aug 2023 
Oct 2024 
Feb 2025 
Dec 2027 

(a)  Our unconsolidated affiliate is a party to two interest rate LIBOR caps. One of the interest rate LIBOR caps has a notional value of $22.5 million, which effectively fixes the 

interest rate at 3.00%. The second interest rate LIBOR cap has a notional value of $2.5 million, which effectively fixes the interest rate at 3.85%. 

(b)  Our unconsolidated affiliate is a party to an interest rate LIBOR swap with a notional value of $25.8 million, which effectively fixes the interest rate at 4.57%. 
(c)  Our unconsolidated affiliate is a party to an interest rate LIBOR swap with a notional value of $19.9 million, which effectively fixes the interest rate at 3.49%. 

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CRITICAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES 

Management’s discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations is based upon our Consolidated Financial Statements, 
which have been prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP. The preparation of these Consolidated Financial Statements requires management to 
make estimates and judgments that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses. We base our estimates on historical 
experience and assumptions that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making judgments 
about carrying value of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Actual results may differ from these estimates under 
different assumptions or conditions. We believe the following critical accounting policies affect the significant judgments and estimates used by 
us in the preparation of our Consolidated Financial Statements. 

Valuation of Properties 

On a quarterly basis, we review the carrying value of properties held for use and for sale as well as our development properties. We perform an 
impairment analysis by calculating and reviewing net operating income on a property-by-property basis. We evaluate leasing projections and 
perform other analyses to conclude whether an asset is impaired. We record impairment losses and reduce the carrying value of properties when 
indicators of impairment are present and the expected undiscounted cash flows related to those properties are less than their carrying amounts. 
In cases where we do not expect to recover our carrying costs on properties held for use, we reduce our carrying cost to fair value. For properties 
held for sale, we reduce our carrying value to the fair value less costs to sell. 

See Note 8 of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements for a discussion of impairments recognized during the periods presented. 

Investments in and Advances to Unconsolidated Joint Ventures 

We periodically review our investment in unconsolidated joint ventures for other than temporary declines in market value. Any decline that is 
not expected to be recovered in the next twelve months is considered other-than-temporary and an impairment charge is recorded as a reduction 
in the carrying value of the investment. No impairment charges related to our investment in unconsolidated joint ventures were recognized for 
the years ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016. 

Bad Debts 

We maintain an allowance for doubtful accounts for estimated losses resulting from the inability of tenants to make payments  on arrearages in 
billed  rents,  as  well  as  the  likelihood  that  tenants  will  not  have  the  ability  to  make  payments  on  unbilled  rents  including  estimated  expense 
recoveries. We also maintain a reserve for straight-line rent receivables. For the years ended December 31, 2018 and 2017, the allowance for 
doubtful accounts totaled $7.9 million and $5.9 million, respectively. If the financial condition of our tenants were to deteriorate, resulting in an 
impairment of their ability to make payments, additional allowances may be required. 

Real Estate 

Real estate assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation. Expenditures for acquisition, development, construction and improvement of 
properties,  as  well  as  significant  renovations  are  capitalized.  Interest  costs  are  capitalized  until  construction  is  substantially  complete. 
Construction in progress includes costs for significant property expansion and development. Depreciation is computed on the straight-line basis 
over  estimated  useful  lives  of  40  years  for  buildings,  the  shorter  of  the  useful  life  or  lease  term  for  tenant  improvements  and  five  years  for 
furniture, fixtures and equipment. Expenditures for maintenance and repairs are charged to operations as incurred. 

Upon acquisitions of real estate, we assess the fair value of acquired assets (including land, buildings and improvements, and identified intangibles 
such as above and below market leases and acquired in-place leases and customer relationships) and acquired liabilities in accordance with the 
FASB  Accounting  Standards  Codification  (“ASC”)  Topic  805  “Business  Combinations”  and  ASC  Topic  350  “Intangibles  –  Goodwill  and 
Other,”  and  allocate  purchase  price  based  on  these  assessments.  When  acquisitions  of  properties  do  not  meet  the  criteria  for  business 
combinations, as is the case for the majority of the Company’s acquisitions, no goodwill is recorded and acquisition costs are capitalized. We 
assess  fair  value  based  on  estimated  cash  flow  projections  that  utilize  appropriate  discount  and  capitalization  rates  and  available  market 
information.  Estimates  of  future  cash  flows  are  based  on  a  number  of  factors  including  the  historical  operating  results,  known  trends,  and 
market/economic conditions that may affect the property. 

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Revenue Recognition and Accounts Receivable 

Leases with tenants are accounted for as operating leases. Minimum rents are recognized on a straight-line basis over the non-cancelable term of 
the respective leases, beginning when the tenant takes possession of the space. Certain of these leases also provide for percentage rents based 
upon the level of sales achieved by the tenant. Percentage rent is recognized in the period when the tenants’ sales breakpoint is met. In addition, 
leases typically provide for the reimbursement to us of real estate taxes, insurance and other property operating expenses. These reimbursements 
are recognized as revenue in the period the expenses are incurred. 

We make estimates of the uncollectability of our accounts receivable related to tenant revenues. An allowance for doubtful accounts has been 
provided against certain tenant accounts receivable that are estimated to be uncollectible. See “Bad Debts” above. Once the amount is ultimately 
deemed to be uncollectible, it is written off. 

Structured Financings 

Real estate notes receivable investments and preferred equity investments (“Structured Financings”) are intended to be held to maturity and are 
carried at cost. Interest income from Structured Financings is recognized on the effective interest method over the expected life of the loan. Under 
the effective interest method, interest or fees to be collected at the origination of the Structured Financing investment is recognized over the term 
of the loan as an adjustment to yield. 

Allowances for Structured Financing investments are established based upon management’s quarterly review of the investments. In performing 
this review, management considers the estimated net recoverable value of the investment as well as other factors, including the fair value of any 
collateral, the amount and status of any senior debt, and the prospects for the borrower. Because this determination is based upon projections of 
future economic events, which are inherently subjective, the amounts ultimately realized from the Structured Financings may differ materially 
from the carrying value at the balance sheet date. Interest income recognition is generally suspended for investments when, in the opinion of 
management, a full recovery of income and principal becomes doubtful. Income recognition is resumed when the suspended investment becomes 
contractually current and performance is demonstrated to be resumed. 

Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements 

Reference is made to Note 1 for information about recently issued and recently adopted accounting pronouncements. 

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ITEM 7A.  QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK. 

Information as of December 31, 2018 

Our primary market risk exposure is to changes in interest rates related to our mortgage and other debt. See Note 7 in the Notes to Consolidated 
Financial Statements, for certain quantitative details related to our mortgage and other debt. 

Currently, we manage our exposure to fluctuations in interest rates primarily through the use of fixed-rate debt and interest rate swap and cap 
agreements. As of December 31, 2018, we had total mortgage and other notes payable of $1,560.3 million, excluding the unamortized premium 
of $0.8 million and unamortized debt issuance costs of $10.5 million, of which $1,001.7 million, or 64.2% was fixed-rate, inclusive of debt with 
rates fixed through the use of derivative financial instruments, and $558.7 million, or 35.8%, was variable-rate based upon LIBOR or Prime rates 
plus certain spreads. As of December 31, 2018, we were party to 29 interest rate swap and three interest rate cap agreements to hedge our exposure 
to changes in interest rates with respect to $609.9 million and $143.8 million of LIBOR-based variable-rate debt, respectively. 

The following table sets forth information as of December 31, 2018 concerning our long-term debt obligations, including principal cash flows 
by scheduled maturity and weighted average interest rates of maturing amounts (dollars in millions): 

Core Consolidated Mortgage and Other Debt 

Scheduled 
Amortization 

       Maturities 

Total 

Weighted-
Average 
Interest Rate 

Year 
2019 
2020 
2021 
2022 
2023 
Thereafter 

Fund Consolidated Mortgage and Other Debt 

Year 
2019 
2020 
2021 
2022 
2023 
Thereafter 

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

3.1        $ 
3.2           
3.4           
3.5           
2.9           
15.4           
31.5        $ 

26.2        $ 
—           
—           
—           
367.8           
185.3           
579.3        $ 

Scheduled 
Amortization 

       Maturities 

Total 

3.3        $ 
3.0           
1.7           
0.5           
—           
—           
8.5        $ 

186.5        $ 
521.1           
175.4           
44.5           
—           
13.5           
941.0        $ 

Mortgage Debt in Unconsolidated Partnerships (at our Pro-Rata Share) 

Year 
2019 
2020 
2021 
2022 
2023 
Thereafter 

Scheduled 
Amortization 

       Maturities 

Total 

    $ 

    $ 

1.0        $ 
1.1           
1.1           
1.2           
1.0           
1.6           
7.0        $ 

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1.1        $ 
9.1           
5.9           
—           
40.6           
99.9           
156.6        $ 

29.3           
3.2           
3.4           
3.5           
370.7           
200.7           
610.8           

189.8           
524.1           
177.1           
45.0           
—           
13.5           
949.5           

2.1           
10.2           
7.0           
1.2           
41.6           
101.5           
163.6           

6.0 % 
— % 
— % 
— % 
3.6 % 
4.0 % 

Weighted-
Average 
Interest Rate 

5.4 % 
4.7 % 
4.4 % 
4.4 % 
— % 
2.6 % 

Weighted-
Average 
Interest Rate 

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4.3 % 
4.1 % 
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In 2019, $219.1 million of our total consolidated debt and $2.1 million of our pro-rata share of unconsolidated outstanding debt will become due. 
In addition, $527.3 million of our total consolidated debt and $10.2 million of our pro-rata share of unconsolidated debt will become due in 2020. 
As we intend on refinancing some or all of such debt at the then-existing market interest rates, which may be greater than the current interest 
rate, our interest expense would increase by approximately $7.5 million annually if the interest rate on the refinanced debt increased by 100 basis 
points. After giving effect to noncontrolling interests, our share of this increase would be $1.8 million. Interest expense on our variable-rate debt 
of $558.7 million, net of variable to fixed-rate swap agreements currently in effect, as of  December 31, 2018, would increase $5.6 million if 
LIBOR increased by 100 basis points. After giving effect to noncontrolling interests, our share of this increase would be $0.9 million. We may 
seek  additional  variable-rate  financing  if  and  when  pricing  and  other  commercial  and  financial  terms  warrant.  As  such,  we  would  consider 
hedging against the interest rate risk related to such additional variable-rate debt through interest rate swaps and protection agreements, or other 
means. 

Based on our outstanding debt balances as of December 31, 2018, the fair value of our total consolidated outstanding debt would decrease by 
approximately $13.5 million if interest rates increase by 1%. Conversely, if interest rates decrease by 1%, the fair value of our total outstanding 
debt would increase by approximately $14.7 million. 

As of December 31, 2018, and December 31, 2017, we had consolidated notes receivable of $109.6 million and $153.8 million, respectively. We 
determined the estimated fair value of our notes receivable by discounting future cash receipts utilizing a discount rate equivalent to the rate at 
which similar notes receivable would be originated under conditions then existing. 

Based on our outstanding notes receivable balances as of  December 31, 2018, the fair value of our total outstanding notes receivable  would 
decrease by approximately $1.1 million if interest rates increase by 1%. Conversely, if interest rates decrease by 1%, the fair value of our total 
outstanding notes receivable would increase by approximately $1.1 million. 

Summarized Information as of December 31, 2017 

As of December 31, 2017, we had total mortgage and other notes payable of $1,438.4 million, excluding the unamortized premium of $0.9 million 
and unamortized loan costs of $14.8 million, of  which $899.7 million, or 62.5% was fixed-rate, inclusive  of interest rate  swaps, and $538.7 
million, or 37.5%, was variable-rate based upon LIBOR plus certain spreads. As of December 31, 2017, we were party to 27 interest rate swaps 
and four interest rate cap agreements to hedge our exposure to changes in interest rates with respect to $504.0 million and $141.1 million of 
LIBOR-based variable-rate debt, respectively. 

Interest expense on our variable-rate debt of $538.7 million as of December 31, 2017, would have increased $5.4 million if LIBOR increased by 
100  basis  points.  Based on  our  outstanding  debt  balances  as  of  December 31, 2017,  the  fair  value  of  our  total  outstanding  debt  would  have 
decreased by approximately $15.9 million if interest rates increased by 1%. Conversely, if interest rates decreased by 1%, the fair value of our 
total outstanding debt would have increased by approximately $17.3 million. 

Changes in Market Risk Exposures from December 31, 2017 to December 31, 2018 

Our interest rate risk exposure from December 31, 2017, to December 31, 2018, has increased on an absolute basis, as the $538.7 million of 
variable-rate debt as of December 31, 2017, has increased to $558.7 million as of December 31, 2018. As a percentage of our overall debt, our 
interest  rate  risk  exposure  has  decreased  as  our  variable-rate  debt  accounted  for  37.5%  of  our  consolidated  debt  as  of  December 31,  2017 
compared to 35.8% as of December 31, 2018. 

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ITEM 8.  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS. 

ACADIA REALTY TRUST AND SUBSIDIARIES 

INDEX TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 

Financial Statements: 
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm 
Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 31, 2018 and 2017 
Consolidated Statements of Income for the years ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016 
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income for the years ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016 
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity for the years ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016 
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016 
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

Financial Statement Schedules: 
Schedule II – Valuation and Qualifying Accounts 
Schedule III – Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation 
Schedule IV – Mortgage Loans on Real Estate 

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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm 

To the Shareholders and Board of Trustees of Acadia Realty Trust 

Opinion on the Consolidated Financial Statements 

We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Acadia Realty Trust and subsidiaries (the “Company”) as of  December 31, 
2018 and 2017, and the related consolidated statements of income, comprehensive income, shareholders’ equity, and cash flows for each of the 
three  years  in  the  period  ended  December 31,  2018  and  the  related  notes  and  financial  statement  schedules  listed  in  the  Index  at  Item  15 
(collectively referred to as the “consolidated financial statements”). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, 
the financial position of the Company at December 31, 2018 and 2017, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the three 
years in the period ended December 31, 2018, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. 

We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (“PCAOB”), the 
Company’s  internal  control  over  financial  reporting  as  of  December 31,  2018,  based on  criteria  established  in  Internal  Control  -  Integrated 
Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission and our report dated February 19, 2019, 
expressed an unqualified opinion thereon. 

Basis for Opinion 

These consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the 
Company’s consolidated financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the PCAOB and are required 
to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the 
Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB. 

We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain 
reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. Our 
audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and 
performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and 
disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the  accounting principles used and significant estimates made by 
management,  as  well  as  evaluating  the  overall  presentation  of  the  consolidated  financial  statements.  We  believe  that  our  audits  provide  a 
reasonable basis for our opinion. 

Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements, whether due to 
error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a  test basis, evidence regarding 
the amounts and disclosures in the consolidated financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and 
significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements. We believe 
that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.   

/s/ BDO USA, LLP 

We have served as the Company’s auditor since 2005. 

New York, New York 
February 19, 2019 

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ACADIA REALTY TRUST AND SUBSIDIARIES 

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS 

(dollars in thousands, except per share amounts) 
ASSETS 
Investments in real estate, at cost 
Operating real estate, net 
Real estate under development 
Net investments in real estate 
Notes receivable, net 
Investments in and advances to unconsolidated affiliates 
Other assets, net 
Cash and cash equivalents 
Rents receivable, net 
Restricted cash 
Assets of properties held for sale 
Total assets 

LIABILITIES 
Mortgage and other notes payable, net 
Unsecured notes payable, net 
Unsecured line of credit 
Accounts payable and other liabilities 
Capital lease obligation 
Dividends and distributions payable 
Distributions in excess of income from, and investments in, unconsolidated affiliates 
Total liabilities 
Commitments and contingencies 
EQUITY 
Acadia Shareholders' Equity 

Common shares, $0.001 par value, authorized 200,000,000 shares, issued and outstanding 
81,557,472 and 83,708,140 shares, respectively 
Additional paid-in capital 
Accumulated other comprehensive income 
Distributions in excess of accumulated earnings 

Total Acadia shareholders’ equity 
Noncontrolling interests 
Total equity 
Total liabilities and equity 

December 31, 

2018 

2017 

3,160,851        $ 
120,297           
3,281,148           
109,613           
262,410           
208,570           
21,268           
62,191           
13,580           
—           
3,958,780        $ 

1,017,288        $ 
533,257           
—           
214,961           
71,111           
24,593           
15,623           
1,876,833           

82           
1,548,603           
516           
(89,696 )        
1,459,505           
622,442           
2,081,947           
3,958,780        $ 

2,952,918    
173,702    
3,126,620    
153,829    
302,070    
214,959    
74,823    
51,738    
10,846    
25,362    
3,960,247    

909,174    
473,735    
41,500    
210,052    
70,611    
24,244    
15,292    
1,744,608    

84    
1,596,514    
2,614    
(32,013 ) 
1,567,199    
648,440    
2,215,639    
3,960,247   

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements 

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ACADIA REALTY TRUST AND SUBSIDIARIES 

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME 

(in thousands except per share amounts) 
Revenues 
Rental income 
Expense reimbursements 
Other 

Total revenues 
Operating expenses 
Depreciation and amortization 
General and administrative 
Real estate taxes 
Property operating 
Impairment charge 
Other operating 

Total operating expenses 
Operating income 
Equity in earnings of unconsolidated affiliates inclusive of gain on disposition 
of properties of $0, $15,336 and $35,950, respectively 

Interest income 
Interest expense 
Gain on change in control 

(Loss) income from continuing operations before income taxes 

Income tax (provision) benefit 

(Loss) income from continuing operations before gain on disposition of 
properties 

Gain on disposition of properties, net of tax 

Net (loss) income 

Net loss (income) attributable to noncontrolling interests 

Net income attributable to Acadia 

Basic and diluted earnings per share 

Year Ended December 31, 
2017 

2018 

2016 

208,756        $ 
48,284           
5,173           
262,213           

117,549           
34,343           
36,712           
45,211           
—           
857           
234,672           
27,541           

9,302           
13,231           
(69,978 )        
—           
(19,904 )        
(934 )        

(20,838 )        
5,140           
(15,698 )        
47,137           
31,439        $ 

198,941        $ 
44,907           
6,414           
250,262           

104,934           
33,756           
35,946           
41,668           
14,455           
2,184           
232,943           
17,319           

23,371           
29,143           
(58,978 )        
5,571           
16,426           
(1,004 )        

15,422           
48,886           
64,308           
(2,838 )        
61,470        $ 

152,814    
32,282    
4,843    
189,939    

70,011    
40,648    
25,630    
24,244    
—    
7,517    
168,050    
21,889    

39,449    
25,829    
(34,645 ) 
—    
52,522    
105    

52,627    
81,965    
134,592    
(61,816 ) 
72,776    

0.38        $ 

0.73        $ 

0.94   

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements 

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ACADIA REALTY TRUST AND SUBSIDIARIES 

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME 

(in thousands) 
Net (loss) income 
Other comprehensive (loss) income: 

Unrealized (loss) income on valuation of swap agreements 
Reclassification of realized interest on swap agreements 

Other comprehensive (loss) income 

Comprehensive (loss) income 
Comprehensive loss (income) attributable to noncontrolling interests 
Comprehensive income attributable to Acadia 

Year Ended December 31, 
2017 

2018 

2016 

    $ 

(15,698 )     $ 

64,308        $ 

134,592    

(2,659 )        
71           
(2,588 )        
(18,286 )        
47,627           
29,341        $ 

634           
3,317           
3,951           
68,259           
(3,377 )        
64,882        $ 

(646 ) 
4,576    
3,930    
138,522    
(62,081 ) 
76,441   

    $ 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements. 

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ACADIA REALTY TRUST AND SUBSIDIARIES 

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY 
Years Ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016 

Acadia Shareholders 

Common 
Shares 

Share 
Amount 

83,708       $ 

Additional 
Paid-in 
Capital 
84       $  1,596,514       $ 

Accumulated 
Other 
Comprehensive 
Income (Loss)         
2,614       $ 

Distributions 
in Excess of 
Accumulated 
Earnings 

(32,013 )    $ 

Total 
Common 
Shareholders’ 
Equity 
1,567,199       $ 

Noncontrolling 
Interests 

Total 
Equity 

648,440       $  2,215,639    

117          
(2,294 )       

—          
(2 )       

2,068          
(55,109 )       

—          
—          

—          
—          

2,068          
(55,111 )       

(2,068 )       
—          

—    
(55,111 ) 

—          

—          

—          

—          

(89,122 )       

(89,122 )       

(6,888 )       

(96,010 ) 

26          
—          
—          
—          
—          
81,557       $ 

574          
—          
—          
—          
—          
—          
—          
—          
4,556          
—          
82       $  1,548,603       $ 

—          
—          
—          
(2,098 )       
—          
516       $ 

—          
—          
—          
31,439          
—          
(89,696 )    $ 

574          
—          
—          
29,341          
4,556          
1,459,505       $ 

12,374          
(24,793 )       
47,560          
(47,627 )       
(4,556 )       

12,948    
(24,793 ) 
47,560    
(18,286 ) 
—    
622,442       $  2,081,947    

83,598       $ 

84       $  1,594,926       $ 

(798 )    $ 

(5,635 )    $ 

1,588,577       $ 

589,548       $  2,178,125    

87          

—          

1,541          

—          

—          

1,541          

(1,541 )       

—    

—          

—          

—          

—          

(87,848 )       

(87,848 )       

(6,453 )       

(94,301 ) 

23          
—          
—          
—          
—          
83,708       $ 

698          
—          
—          
—          
—          
—          
—          
—          
—          
(651 )       
84       $  1,596,514       $ 

—          
—          
—          
3,412          
—          
2,614       $ 

—          
—          
—          
61,470          
—          
(32,013 )    $ 

698          
—          
—          
64,882          
(651 )       
1,567,199       $ 

10,457          
(32,805 )       
85,206          
3,377          
651          

11,155    
(32,805 ) 
85,206    
68,259    
—    
648,440       $  2,215,639    

70,258       $ 

70       $  1,092,239       $ 

(4,463 )    $ 

12,642       $ 

1,100,488       $ 

420,866       $  1,521,354    

351          

1          

7,891          

—          

—          

7,892          

(7,892 )       

—    

12,961          

13          

450,117          

—          

—          

450,130          

—          

450,130    

—          

—          

—          

—          

—          

—          

31,429          

31,429    

—          

—          

—          

—          

(91,053 )       

(91,053 )       

(6,753 )       

(97,806 ) 

28          
—          

—          
—          

926          
555          

—          
—          
—          
—          
—          
—          
83,598       $ 

—          
—          
—          
7,546          
—          
—          
—          
—          
—          
—          
35,652          
—          
84       $  1,594,926       $ 

—          
—          

—          
—          
—          
—          
3,665          
—          
(798 )    $ 

—          
—          

926          
555          

12,768          
—          

13,694    
555    

—          
—          
—          
—          
72,776          
—          
(5,635 )    $ 

—          
7,546          
—          
—          
76,441          
35,652          
1,588,577       $ 

(75,713 )       
(75,713 ) 
(25,925 )       
(18,379 ) 
(80,769 )       
(80,769 ) 
295,108          
295,108    
62,081          
138,522    
—    
(35,652 )       
589,548       $  2,178,125   

(in thousands, except per share 
amounts) 
Balance at January 1, 2018 
Conversion of OP Units to Common 
Shares by limited partners of the 
Operating Partnership 
Repurchase of Common Shares 
Dividends/distributions declared ($1.09 
per Common Share/OP Unit) 
Employee and trustee stock 
compensation, net 
Noncontrolling interest distributions 
Noncontrolling interest contributions 
Comprehensive (loss) income 
Reallocation of noncontrolling interests       
Balance at December 31, 2018 

Balance at January 1, 2017 
Conversion of OP Units to Common 
Shares by limited partners of the 
Operating Partnership 
Dividends/distributions declared ($1.05 
per Common Share/OP Unit) 
Employee and trustee stock 
compensation, net 
Noncontrolling interest distributions 
Noncontrolling interest contributions 
Comprehensive income 
Reallocation of noncontrolling interests       
Balance at December 31, 2017 

Balance at January 1, 2016 
Conversion of OP Units to Common 
Shares by limited partners of the 
Operating Partnership 
Issuance of Common Shares, net of 
issuance costs 
Issuance of OP Units to acquire real 
estate 
Dividends/distributions declared ($1.16 
per Common Share/OP Unit) 
Employee and trustee stock 
compensation, net 
Windfall tax benefit 
Change in control of previously 
unconsolidated investment 
Acquisition of noncontrolling interest 
Noncontrolling interest distributions 
Noncontrolling interest contributions 
Comprehensive income 
Reallocation of noncontrolling interests       
Balance at December 31, 2016 

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ACADIA REALTY TRUST AND SUBSIDIARIES 

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS 

(in thousands) 
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES 
Net (loss) income 
Adjustments to reconcile net (loss) income to net cash provided by operating 
activities: 

Gain on disposition of properties 
Gain on change in control 
Depreciation and amortization 
Distributions of operating income from unconsolidated affiliates 
Equity in earnings and gains of unconsolidated affiliates 
Stock compensation expense 
Amortization of financing costs 
Impairment charge 
Other, net 

Changes in assets and liabilities: 

Other liabilities 
Prepaid expenses and other assets 
Rents receivable, net 
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 
Net cash provided by operating activities 
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES 

Acquisition of real estate 
Development, construction and property improvement costs 
Issuance of or advances on notes receivable 
Proceeds from the disposition of properties, net 
Investments in and advances to unconsolidated affiliates 
Return of capital from unconsolidated affiliates and other 
Proceeds from notes receivable 
Return of deposits for properties under contract 
Payment of deferred leasing costs 
Change in control of previously unconsolidated (consolidated) affiliate 

Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities 

Year Ended December 31, 
2017 

2018 

2016 

    $ 

(15,698 )     $ 

64,308    

   $ 

134,592    

(5,140 )        
—           
117,549           
15,556           
(9,302 )        
12,948           
6,008           
—           
(11,768 )        

6,161           
(7,168 )        
(10,044 )        
(3,026 )        
96,076           

(147,985 )        
(94,834 )        
(3,002 )        
63,866           
(3,161 )        
26,338           
26,000           
1,692           
(6,106 )        
573           
(136,619 )        

(48,886 )        
(5,571 )        
104,934           
15,556           
(23,371 )        
11,155           
5,985           
14,455           
(10,621 )        

(4,285 )        
(6,498 )        
(11,274 )        
8,768           
114,655           

(200,429 )        
(108,142 )        
(10,600 )        
260,711           
(6,535 )        
43,684           
32,000           
(2,000 ) 
(5,202 )        
576           
4,063           

(81,965 ) 
—    
70,011    
7,256    
(39,449 ) 
13,695    
3,204    
—    
(8,095 ) 

26,532    
(11,677 ) 
(4,847 ) 
591    
109,848    

(495,644 ) 
(149,434 ) 
(157,352 ) 
150,378    
(72,098 ) 
79,030    
42,819    
1,424    
(7,515 ) 
(5,172 ) 
(613,564 ) 

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS 

(Continued) 
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES 
Principal payments on mortgage and other notes 
Principal payments on unsecured debt 
Proceeds received on mortgage and other notes 
Proceeds from unsecured debt 
(Repurchase) issuance of Common Shares 
Capital contributions from noncontrolling interests 
Distributions to noncontrolling interests 
Dividends paid to Common Shareholders 
Deferred financing and other costs 

Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities 

Decrease in cash and restricted cash 
Cash of $74,823, $71,805 and $72,776 and restricted cash of $10,846, $22,904 
and $37,284, respectively, beginning of year 
Cash of $21,268, $74,823 and $71,805 and restricted cash of $13,580, $10,846 
and $22,904, respectively, end of year 

Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information 
Cash paid during the period for interest, net of capitalized interest of $5,625 and 
$13,509 and $21,109 respectively 
Cash paid for income taxes, net of refunds 

Supplemental disclosure of non-cash investing activities 
Assumption of accounts payable and accrued expenses through acquisition of real 
estate 
Acquisition of real estate through conversion of note receivable 
Acquisition of undivided interest in a property through conversion of notes 
receivable 
Acquisition of real estate through assumption of debt 
Acquisition of real estate through conversion of OP Units 
Acquisition of capital lease obligation 
Mortgage debt financed at time of acquisition 
Assumption of prepaid expenses and other assets through acquisition of real 
estate 

Change in control of previously unconsolidated (consolidated) investment 
(Increase) decrease in real estate, net 
Gain on change in control 
Decrease in notes receivable 
Decrease (increase) in investments in and advances to unconsolidated affiliates 
Decrease in noncontrolling interest 
Change in other assets and liabilities 
Increase (decrease) in cash and restricted cash upon change of control 

Year Ended December 31, 
2017 

2018 

2016 

(81,726 )        
(632,300 )        
187,173           
648,800           
(55,111 )        
47,560           
(31,568 )        
(88,887 )        
(4,219 )        
(10,278 )        

(306,119 ) 
(277,134 ) 
156,344    
359,625    
—    
85,206    
(39,942 ) 
(99,527 ) 
(6,211 ) 
(127,758 ) 

(394,864 ) 
(541,790 ) 
222,071    
666,716    
450,130    
295,108    
(105,994 ) 
(91,334 ) 
(11,678 ) 
488,365    

(50,821 )        

(9,040 ) 

(15,351 ) 

85,669           

94,709    

110,060    

    $ 

34,848        $ 

85,669    

   $ 

94,709    

    $ 
    $ 

    $ 
    $ 

    $ 
    $ 
    $ 
    $ 
    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

61,832        $ 
1,227        $ 

49,942    
875    

   $ 
   $ 

42,279    
2,036    

2,597        $ 
—        $ 

22,201        $ 
—        $ 
—        $ 
—        $ 
—        $ 

2,173    
9,142    

60,695    
—    
—    
—    
—    

   $ 
   $ 

   $ 
   $ 
   $ 
   $ 
   $ 

3,587    
—    

—    
120,672    
29,336    
76,461    
63,900    

—        $ 

—    

   $ 

2,226    

(31,836 )     $ 
—           
—           
35,881           
—           
(3,472 )        
573        $ 

(39,322 ) 
5,571    
32,010    
4,159    
—    
(1,842 ) 
576    

   $ 

   $ 

90,559    
—    
—    
(21,421 ) 
(75,713 ) 
1,403    
(5,172 ) 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements. 

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1. Organization, Basis of Presentation and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies 

Organization 

Acadia Realty Trust and subsidiaries (collectively, the “Company”) is a fully-integrated equity real estate investment trust (“REIT”) focused on 
the  ownership,  acquisition,  development,  and  management  of  retail  properties  located  primarily  in  high-barrier-to-entry,  supply-constrained, 
densely-populated metropolitan areas in the United States. 

All of the Company’s assets are held by, and all of its operations are conducted through, Acadia Realty Limited Partnership (the “Operating 
Partnership”) and entities in which the Operating Partnership owns an interest. As of December 31, 2018 and December 31, 2017, the Company 
controlled approximately 94% of the Operating Partnership as the sole general partner and is entitled to share, in proportion to its percentage 
interest,  in  the  cash  distributions  and  profits  and  losses  of  the  Operating  Partnership.  The  limited  partners  primarily  represent  entities  or 
individuals that contributed their interests in certain properties or entities to the Operating Partnership in exchange for common or preferred units 
of limited partnership interest (“Common OP Units” or “Preferred OP Units”) and employees who have been awarded restricted Common OP 
Units (“LTIP Units”) as long-term incentive compensation (Note 13). Limited partners holding Common OP and LTIP Units are generally entitled 
to exchange their units on a one-for-one basis for common shares of beneficial interest of the Company (“Common Shares”). This structure is 
referred to as an umbrella partnership REIT or “UPREIT.” 

As of December 31, 2018, the Company has ownership interests in 118 properties within its core portfolio, which consist of those properties 
either 100% owned, or partially owned through joint venture interests, by the Operating Partnership, or subsidiaries thereof, not including those 
properties owned through its funds (“Core Portfolio”). The Company also has ownership interests in 53 properties within its opportunity funds, 
Acadia Strategic Opportunity Fund II, LLC (“Fund II”), Acadia Strategic Opportunity Fund III LLC (“Fund III”), Acadia Strategic Opportunity 
Fund IV LLC (“Fund IV”), and Acadia Strategic Opportunity Fund V LLC (“Fund V”). Acadia Strategic Opportunity Fund I, LP (“Fund I,” 
together with Funds II, III, IV, and V, the “Funds”) was liquidated in 2015. The 171 Core Portfolio and Fund properties primarily consist of street 
and urban retail, and suburban shopping centers. In addition, the Company, together with the investors in the Funds, invest or invested in operating 
companies through Acadia Mervyn Investors I, LLC (“Mervyns I,” which was liquidated in 2018), Acadia Mervyn Investors II, LLC (“Mervyns 
II”)  and  Fund  II,  all  on  a  non-recourse  basis.  The  Company  consolidates  the  Funds  as  it  has  (i)  the  power  to  direct  the  activities  that  most 
significantly impact the Funds’ economic performance, (ii) is obligated to absorb the Funds’ losses and (iii) has the right to receive benefits from 
the Funds that could potentially be significant. 

The  Operating  Partnership  is  the  sole  general  partner  or  managing  member  of  the  Funds  and  Mervyns  I  and  II  and  earns  fees  or  priority 
distributions for asset management, property management, construction, development, leasing, and legal services. Cash flows from the Funds 
and Mervyns I and II are distributed pro-rata to their respective partners and members (including the Operating Partnership) until each receives 
a certain cumulative return (“Preferred Return”) and the return of all capital contributions. Thereafter, remaining cash flow is distributed 20% to 
the Operating Partnership (“Promote”) and 80% to the partners or members (including the Operating Partnership). All transactions between the 
Funds and the Operating Partnership have been eliminated in consolidation. 

The following table summarizes the general terms and Operating Partnership’s equity interests in the Funds and Mervyns II (dollars in millions): 

Operating 
Partnership 
Share of 
Capital 

Capital 
Called as of 
December 31, 
2018 

Equity Interest 
Held By 
Operating 

Entity 
Fund II and Mervyns II (c) 
Fund III 
Fund IV 
Fund V 

Formation 
Date 
    6/2004 
    5/2007 
    5/2012 
    8/2016 

Unfunded 
Commitment       
—          
26.1          
109.2          
434.9          

347.1       $ 
423.9          
420.8          
85.1          

Preferred 

Partnership (a)        
28.33 %       
24.54 %       
23.12 %       
20.10 %       

Return         
8 %    $ 
6 %       
6 %       
6 %       

28.33 %    $ 
24.54 %       
23.12 %       
20.10 %       

Total 
Distributions 
as of 
December 31, 
2018 (b) 

146.6    
551.9    
147.4    
—   

(a)  Amount represents the current economic ownership at December 31, 2018, which could differ from the stated legal ownership based upon the cumulative preferred returns of 

the respective fund. 

(b)  Represents the total for the Funds, including the Operating Partnership and noncontrolling interests’ shares. 
(c)  During April 2018, a distribution of $15.0 million was made to the Fund II investors, including $4.3 million to the Operating Partnership. This amount remains subject to re-

contribution to Fund II until April 2021. 

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Basis of Presentation 

Segments 

At December 31, 2018, the Company had three reportable operating segments: Core Portfolio, Funds and Structured Financing. The Company’s 
chief  operating  decision  maker  may  review  operational  and  financial  data  on  a  property  basis  and  does  not  differentiate  properties  on  a 
geographical basis for purposes of allocating resources or capital.    

Principles of Consolidation 

The consolidated financial statements include the consolidated accounts of the Company and its investments in partnerships and limited liability 
companies  in  which  the  Company  has  control  in  accordance  with  Financial  Accounting  Standards  Board  (“FASB”)  Accounting  Standards 
Codification (“ASC”) Topic 810 “Consolidation” (“ASC Topic 810”). The ownership interests of other investors in these entities are recorded 
as noncontrolling interests. All significant intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. Investments in entities 
for which the Company has the ability to exercise significant influence over, but does not have financial or operating control, are accounted for 
using the equity method of accounting. Accordingly, the Company’s share of the earnings (or losses) of these entities are included in consolidated 
net income. 

Use of Estimates 

GAAP requires the Company’s management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the  consolidated financial 
statements  and  accompanying  notes.  The  most  significant  assumptions  and  estimates  relate  to  the  valuation  of  real  estate,  depreciable  lives, 
revenue recognition and the collectability of notes receivable and rents receivable. Application of these estimates and assumptions requires the 
exercise of judgment as to future uncertainties and, as a result, actual results could differ from these estimates. 

Reclassifications 

Certain  prior  year  amounts  have  been  reclassified  for  consistency  with  the  current  year  presentation  in  the  statement  of  cash  flows.  These 
reclassifications had no effect on the reported results of operations. 

Summary of Significant Accounting Policies 

Real Estate 

Land, buildings, and personal property are carried at cost less accumulated depreciation. Improvements and significant renovations that extend 
the  useful  life  of  the  properties  are  capitalized,  while  replacements,  maintenance,  and  repairs  that  do  not  improve  or extend  the  lives  of  the 
respective assets are expensed as incurred. Real estate under development includes costs for significant property expansion and development. 

Depreciation is computed on the straight-line basis over estimated useful lives of the assets as follows: 

Buildings and improvements          Useful lives of 40 years for buildings and 15 years for improvements 

Furniture and fixtures               

Useful lives, ranging from five years to 20 years 

Tenant improvements              

Shorter of economic life or lease terms 

Purchase Accounting – Upon acquisitions of real estate, the Company assesses the fair value of acquired assets and assumed liabilities (including 
land, buildings and improvements, and identified intangibles such as above- and below-market leases and acquired in-place leases and customer 
relationships) and acquired liabilities in accordance with ASC Topic 805, “Business Combinations” and ASC Topic 350 “Intangibles – Goodwill 
and Other,” and allocates the acquisition price based on these assessments. When acquisitions of properties do not meet the criteria for business 
combinations, no goodwill is recorded and acquisition costs are capitalized. 

The Company assesses fair value of  its tangible assets acquired and assumed liabilities based on estimated cash flow projections that utilize 
appropriate discount and capitalization rates and available market information at the measurement period. Estimates of future cash flows are 
based  on  a  number  of  factors  including  the  historical  operating  results,  known  trends,  and  market/economic  conditions  that  may  affect  the 
property. 

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In  determining  the  value  of  above-  and  below-market  leases,  the  Company  estimates  the  present  value  difference  between  contractual  rent 
obligations and estimated market rate of leases at the time of the transaction. To the extent there were fixed-rate options at below-market rental 
rates, the Company included these along with the current term below-market rent in arriving at the fair value of the acquired leases. The discounted 
difference between contract and  market rents is being amortized to rental income over the remaining applicable lease term, inclusive of any 
option periods. 

In determining the value of acquired in-place leases and customer relationships, the Company considers market conditions at the time of the 
transaction and values the costs to execute similar leases during the expected lease-up period from vacancy to existing occupancy, including 
carrying costs. The value assigned to in-place leases and tenant relationships is amortized over the estimated remaining term of the leases. If a 
lease were to be terminated prior to its scheduled expiration, all unamortized costs relating to that lease would be written off. 

The Company estimates the value of any assumption of mortgage debt based on market conditions at the time of acquisitions including prevailing 
interest rates, terms and ability to obtain financing for a similar asset. Mortgage debt discounts or premiums are amortized into interest expense 
over the remaining term of the related debt instrument. 

Real Estate Under Development – The Company capitalizes certain costs related to the development of real estate. Interest and real estate taxes 
incurred during the period of the construction, expansion or development of real estate are capitalized and depreciated over the estimated useful 
life of the building. The Company will cease the capitalization of these costs when construction activities are substantially completed and the 
property is available for occupancy by tenants, but no later than one year from the completion of major construction activity at which time the 
project  is  placed  in  service  and  depreciation  commences.  If  the  Company  suspends  substantially  all  activities  related  to  development  of  a 
qualifying asset, the Company will cease capitalization of interest and taxes until activities are resumed. 

Real Estate Impairment – The Company reviews its real estate and real estate under development for impairment when there is an event or a 
change in circumstances that indicates that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. In cases where the Company does not expect to recover 
its carrying costs on properties held for use, the Company reduces its carrying costs to fair value. The determination of anticipated undiscounted 
cash flows is inherently subjective, requiring significant estimates made by management, and considers the most likely expected course of action 
at the balance sheet date based on current plans, intended holding periods and available market information. If the Company is evaluating the 
potential sale of an asset, the undiscounted future cash flows analysis is probability-weighted based upon management’s best estimate of the 
likelihood of the alternative courses of action as of the balance sheet date. Such cash flow projections consider factors such as expected future 
operating  income,  trends  and  prospects,  as  well  as  the  effects  of  demand,  competition  and  other  factors.  If  an  impairment  is  indicated,  an 
impairment  loss  is  recognized  based  on  the  excess  of  the  carrying  amount  of  the  asset  over  its  fair  value.  See Note  8 for  information  about 
impairment charges incurred during the periods presented. 

Dispositions  of  Real  Estate  – The  Company  recognizes  property  sales  in  accordance  with ASC  Topic  970 “Real  Estate.” Sales  of  real  estate 
include the sale of land, operating properties and investments in real estate joint ventures. Beginning January 1, 2018, gains on sale of investment 
properties are recognized, and the related real estate derecognized, when the Company has satisfied its performance obligations by transferring 
control of the property. Typically, the timing of payment and satisfaction of performance obligations occur simultaneously on the disposition 
date upon transfer of the property’s ownership. Prior to January 1, 2018, gains from dispositions were recognized under the full accrual or partial 
sales method provided that various criteria relating to terms of sales and subsequent involvement by the Company with the asset sold are met. 

Real Estate Held for Sale – The Company generally considers assets to be held for sale when it has entered into a contract to sell the property, 
all material due diligence requirements have been satisfied, and management believes it is probable that the disposition will occur within one 
year. Assets that are classified as held for sale are recorded at the lower of their carrying amount or fair value, less cost to sell. 

Notes Receivable 

Notes receivable include certain loans that are held for investment and are collateralized by real estate-related investments and may be subordinate 
to other senior loans. Notes receivable are recorded at stated principal amounts or at initial investment less accretive yield for loans purchased at 
a discount, which is accreted over the life of the note. The Company defers loan origination and commitment fees, net of origination costs, and 
amortizes them over the term of the related loan. The Company evaluates the collectability of both principal and interest based upon an assessment 
of the underlying collateral value to determine whether it is impaired. A reserve is recorded when, based upon current information and events, it 
is probable that the Company will be unable to collect all amounts due according to the existing contractual terms. The amount of the reserve is 
calculated by comparing the recorded investment to the value of the underlying collateral. As the underlying collateral for a majority of the notes 
receivable is real estate-related investments, the same valuation techniques are used to value the collateral as those used to determine the fair 
value of real estate investments for impairment purposes. Given the small number of notes outstanding, the Company does not provide for an 
additional reserve based on the grouping of loans, as the Company believes the characteristics of its notes are not sufficiently similar to allow an 

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evaluation of these notes as a group for a possible loan loss allowance. As such, all of the Company’s notes are evaluated individually for this 
purpose. Interest income on performing notes is accrued as earned. A note is placed on non-accrual status when, based upon current information 
and events, it is probable that the Company will not be able to collect all amounts due according to the existing contractual terms. Recognition 
of interest income on an accrual basis on non-performing notes is resumed when it is probable that the Company will be able to collect amounts 
due according to the contractual terms. 

Investments in and Advances to Unconsolidated Joint Ventures 

Some  of  the  Company’s  joint  ventures  obtain  non-recourse  third-party  financing  on  their  property  investments,  contractually  limiting  the 
Company’s exposure to losses. The Company recognizes income for distributions in excess of its investment where there is no recourse to the 
Company  and  no  intention  or  obligation  to  contribute  additional  capital.  For  investments  in  which  there  is  recourse  to  the  Company  or  an 
obligation or intention to contribute additional capital exists, distributions in excess of the investment are recorded as a liability. 

When characterizing distributions from equity investees within the Company's consolidated statements of cash flows, all distributions received 
are first applied as returns on investment to the extent there are cumulative earnings related to the respective investment and are classified as cash 
inflows  from  operating  activities.  If  cumulative  distributions  are  in  excess  of  cumulative  earnings,  distributions  are  considered  return  of 
investment. In such cases, the distribution is classified as cash inflows from investing activities. 

To the extent that the Company’s carrying basis in an unconsolidated affiliate is different from the basis reflected at the joint venture level, the 
basis difference is amortized over the life of the related assets and included in the Company’s share of equity in net income (loss) of investments 
in unconsolidated affiliates the joint venture. 

The Company periodically reviews its investments in unconsolidated joint ventures for other-than-temporary losses in investment value. Any 
decline that is not expected to be recovered based on the underlying assets of the investment, is considered other than temporary and an impairment 
charge is recorded as a reduction in the carrying value of the investment. During the periods presented there were no impairment charges related 
to the Company’s investments in unconsolidated joint ventures. 

Cash and Cash Equivalents 

The Company considers all highly liquid investments with an original maturity of three months or less when purchased to be cash equivalents. 
Cash and cash equivalents are maintained at financial institutions and, at times, balances may exceed the limits insured by the Federal Deposit 
Insurance Corporation. 

Restricted Cash 

Restricted cash consists principally of cash held for real estate taxes, construction costs, property maintenance, insurance, minimum occupancy 
and property operating income requirements at specific properties as required by certain loan agreements. 

Deferred Costs 

Fees and costs paid in the successful negotiation of leases are deferred and amortized on a straight-line basis over the terms of the respective 
leases. Fees and costs incurred in connection with obtaining financing are deferred and amortized as a component of interest expense over the 
term of the related debt obligation on a straight-line basis, which approximates the effective interest method. The Company capitalizes salaries, 
commissions and benefits related to time spent by leasing and legal department personnel involved in originating leases. Effective January 1, 
2019, these internal leasing costs will no longer be capitalized as discussed further below under ASU 2016-02. 

Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities 

The Company measures derivative instruments at fair value and records them as assets or liabilities, depending on its rights or obligations under 
the applicable derivative contract. Derivatives that are not designated as hedges must be adjusted to fair value through earnings. For a derivative 
designated and that qualified as a cash  flow hedge, the  effective portion of the change in fair  value of the derivative is recognized in Other 
comprehensive (loss) income until the hedged item is recognized in earnings. The ineffective portion of a derivative’s change in fair value is 
immediately recognized in earnings. 

Although the Company's derivative contracts are subject to master netting arrangements, which serve as credit  mitigants to both the Company 
and its counterparties under certain situations, the Company does not net its derivative fair values or any existing rights or obligations to cash 
collateral  on  the  consolidated  balance  sheets. The  Company  does  not  use  derivatives  for  trading  or  speculative  purposes.  For  the  periods 

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presented,  all  of  the  Company's  derivatives  qualified  and  were  designated  as  cash  flow  hedges,  and  none  of  its  derivatives  were  deemed 
ineffective. 

Noncontrolling Interests 

Noncontrolling interests represent the portion of equity that the Company does not own in those entities it consolidates. The Company identifies 
its noncontrolling interests separately within the equity section on the Company’s consolidated balance sheets. The amounts of consolidated net 
earnings attributable to the Company and to the noncontrolling interests are presented separately on the Company’s consolidated statements of 
income. Noncontrolling interests also include amounts related to common and preferred OP Units issued to unrelated third parties in connection 
with certain property acquisitions. In addition, the Company periodically issues common OP Units to certain employees of the Company under 
its share-based incentive program. Unit holders generally have the right to redeem their units for shares of the Company's common stock subject 
to blackout and other limitations. Common and restricted OP Units are included in the caption Noncontrolling interest within the equity section 
on the Company’s consolidated balance sheets. 

Revenue Recognition and Accounts Receivable 

Minimum rents from tenants are recognized using the straight-line method over the non-cancelable lease term of the respective leases. Lease 
termination fees are recognized upon the effective termination of a tenant’s lease when the Company has no further obligations under the lease. 
As  of December 31,  2018 and 2017,  unbilled  rents  receivable  relating  to  the  straight-lining  of  rents  of $47.2  million and $37.4  million, 
respectively, are included in Rents Receivable, net on the accompanying consolidated balance sheets. Certain of these leases  also provide for 
percentage rents based upon the level of sales achieved by the tenant. Percentage rent is recognized in the period when the tenants’ sales breakpoint 
is met. In addition, leases typically provide for the reimbursement to the Company of real estate taxes, insurance and other  property operating 
expenses. These reimbursements are recognized as revenue in the period the related expenses are incurred. 

The Company makes estimates of the uncollectability of its accounts receivable related to tenant revenues. An allowance for doubtful accounts 
has been provided against certain tenant accounts receivable that are estimated to be uncollectible. Once the amount is ultimately deemed to be 
uncollectible, it is written off. Rents receivable at December 31, 2018 and 2017 are shown net of an allowance for doubtful accounts of $7.9 
million and $5.9 million, respectively. 

Stock-Based Compensation 

Stock-based compensation expense for all equity-classified stock-based compensation awards is based on the grant date fair value estimated in 
accordance with current accounting guidance for share-based payments. The Company recognizes these compensation costs for only those shares 
or units expected to vest on a straight-line or graded-vesting basis, as appropriate, over the requisite service period of the award. The Company 
includes stock-based compensation within the Additional paid-in capital caption of equity. 

Income Taxes 

The Company has made an election to be taxed, and believes it qualifies, as a REIT under Sections 856 through 860 of the Internal Revenue 
Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”). To maintain REIT status for Federal income tax purposes, the Company is generally required to distribute 
at least 90% of its REIT taxable income to its shareholders as well as comply with certain other income, asset and organizational requirements 
as defined in the Code. Accordingly, the Company is generally not subject to Federal corporate income tax to the extent that it distributes 100% 
of its REIT taxable income each year. 

In connection with the REIT Modernization Act, the Company is permitted to participate in certain activities and still maintain its qualification 
as a REIT, so long as these activities are conducted in entities that elect to be treated as taxable subsidiaries under the Code. As such, the Company 
is subject to Federal and state income taxes on the income from these activities.  

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was enacted in December 2017 and is generally effective for tax years beginning in 2018.   This new legislation is 
not expected to have a  material adverse effect on the  Company’s business and  allows  non-corporate  shareholders to deduct a portion of the 
Company’s dividends. 

Although it may qualify for REIT status for Federal income tax purposes, the Company is subject to state income or franchise  taxes in certain 
states in which some of its properties are located. In addition, taxable income from non-REIT activities managed through the Company’s taxable 
REIT subsidiaries (“TRS”) is fully subject to Federal, state and local income taxes. 

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The Company accounts for TRS income taxes under the liability method as required by ASC Topic 740, “Income Taxes.” Under the liability 
method, deferred income taxes are recognized for the temporary differences between the GAAP basis and tax basis of the TRS income, assets 
and liabilities. 

The Company records net deferred tax assets to the extent it believes it is more likely than not that these assets will be realized and would record 
a valuation allowance to reduce deferred tax assets when it has determined that an uncertainty exists regarding their realization, which would 
increase  the  provision  for income  taxes. In  making such determination, the  Company considers all available positive  and negative  evidence, 
including forecasts of future taxable income, the reversal of other existing temporary differences, available net operating loss carry-forwards, tax 
planning  strategies  and  recent  results  of  operations. Several  of  these  considerations  require  assumptions  and  significant  judgment  about  the 
forecasts of future taxable income and are consistent with the plans and estimates that the Company is utilizing to manage its business. To the 
extent facts and circumstances change in the future, adjustments to the valuation allowances may be required. 

Recently Adopted Accounting Pronouncements 

Recently adopted accounting pronouncements include those adopted during the year ended December 31, 2018.   

In May 2014, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) No. 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers. ASU 2014-09 is 
a  comprehensive  new  revenue  recognition  model  requiring  a  company  to  recognize  revenue  to  depict  the  transfer  of  goods  or  services  to  a 
customer at an amount reflecting the consideration it expects to receive in exchange for those goods or services. ASU 2014-09 does not apply to 
the Company’s lease revenues, but does apply to certain reimbursed tenant costs. Additionally, this guidance modifies disclosures regarding the 
nature, amount, timing and uncertainty of revenue and cash flows arising from contracts with customers. In August 2015, the FASB issued ASU 
2015-14, which defers the effective date of ASU 2014-09 for all entities by one year, until years beginning in 2018, with early adoption permitted 
but not before 2017. Substantially all of the Company’s revenue is derived from its leases and therefore falls outside of the scope of this guidance. 
The Company implemented the standard effective January 1, 2018, using the modified retrospective approach; however, there was no cumulative 
effect required to be recognized in retained earnings at the  date of application. With respect to its fee-derived revenue, the Company had no 
changes to the timing of the revenue recognition. However, the recognition of gains on dispositions of properties may be impacted prospectively 
in limited circumstances under which collectability may not be reasonably assured or if the Company has continuing involvement with a sold 
property.  

In August 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-15, Statement of Cash Flows—Classification of Certain Cash Receipts and Cash Payments. 
ASU 2016-15 provides guidance on certain specific cash flow issues, including, but not limited to, debt prepayment or extinguishment costs, 
contingent consideration payments made after a business combination and distributions received from equity method investees. The Company 
adopted ASU 2016-15 effective January 1, 2018 and elected the “cumulative distribution approach” whereby distributions received from equity 
method investments are classified as cash flows from operations to the extent of equity earnings and then as cash flows from investing activities 
thereafter. Accordingly, the Company has reclassified $6.3 million of its cash inflows from investing activities to cash flows from operating 
activities in its historical presentation of cash flows related to its equity method investments for the year ended December 31, 2017. No such 
reclassification was required for the year ended December 31, 2016. 

In November 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-18, Statement of Cash Flows (Topic 230): Restricted Cash. ASU 2016-18 requires that a 
statement of cash flows explain the change during the period in the total of cash, cash equivalents, and amounts generally described as restricted 
cash or restricted cash equivalents. Therefore, amounts generally described as restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents should be included 
with cash and cash equivalents when reconciling the beginning-of-period and end-of-period total amounts shown on the statement of cash flows. 
The Company adopted this guidance effective January 1, 2018. Accordingly, the Company has reclassified $11.5 million and $1.9 million of its 
cash  inflows  from  operating  activities  and  $0.9  million  and  $9.9  million  of  its  cash  inflows  from  financing  activities  to  change  in  cash  and 
restricted cash in its historical presentation of cash flows for the years ended December 31, 2017 and 2016, respectively.   

In January 2017, the FASB issued ASU No. 2017-01, Business Combinations—Clarifying the Definition of a Business. ASU 2017-01 clarifies 
that to be considered a business, the elements must include, at a minimum, an input and a substantive process that together significantly contribute 
to the ability to create output. The new standard illustrates the circumstances under which real estate with in-place leases would be considered a 
business  and  provides  guidance  for  the  identification  of  assets  and  liabilities  in  purchase  accounting.  ASU  2017-01  is  effective  for  periods 
beginning after December 15, 2017 and has been adopted by the Company effective January 1, 2018. Adoption of the new standard has reduced 
the number of real estate acquisitions that were accounted for as business combinations and, therefore, reduced the amount of acquisition costs 
that  were  expensed.  Accordingly,  the  Company  capitalized  $0.3  million  of  acquisition  costs  during  the  year  ended  December 31,  2018  and 
expensed $2.1 million and $8.2 million of acquisition costs during the years ended December 31, 2017 and 2016. 

In January 2017, the FASB issued ASU No. 2017-03, Accounting Changes and Error Corrections (Topic 250) and Investments— Equity Method 
and Joint Ventures (Topic 323). ASU 2017-03 amends certain SEC guidance in the FASB Accounting Standards Codification in response to SEC 

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staff announcements made during 2016 Emerging Issues Task Force (“EITF”) meetings which addressed (i) the additional qualitative disclosures 
that a registrant is expected to provide when it cannot reasonably estimate the impact that ASUs 2014-09, 2016-02 and 2016-13 will have in 
applying the guidance in Staff Accounting Bulletin Topic 11.M and (ii) guidance in ASC 323 related to the amendments made by ASU 2014-01 
regarding use of the proportional amortization method in accounting for investments in qualified affordable housing projects  (announcement 
made at the November 17, 2016, EITF meeting). The Company adopted 2017-03 effective January 1, 2018. The adoption of ASU 2017-03 did 
not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements. 

In February 2017, the FASB issued ASU No. 2017-05, Other Income—Gains and Losses from the Derecognition of Nonfinancial Assets (Subtopic 
610-20): Clarifying the Scope of Asset Derecognition Guidance and Accounting for Partial Sales of Nonfinancial Assets,  which amends the 
guidance on nonfinancial assets in ASC 610-20. The amendments clarify that (i) a financial asset is within the scope of ASC 610-20 if it meets 
the definition of an in substance nonfinancial asset and may include nonfinancial assets transferred within a legal entity to a counter-party, (ii) an 
entity should identify each distinct nonfinancial asset or in substance nonfinancial asset promised to a counter-party and de-recognize each asset 
when a counter-party obtains control of it, and (iii) an entity should allocate consideration to each distinct asset by applying the guidance in ASC 
606 on allocating the transaction price to performance obligations. Further, ASU 2017-05 provides guidance on accounting for partial sales of 
nonfinancial assets. The amendments are effective at the same time as the amendments in ASU 2014-09. The Company adopted ASU 2017-05 
effective January 1, 2018. The adoption of ASU 2017-05 did not have a material impact on the Company's consolidated financial statements. 

In May 2017, the FASB issued ASU No. 2017-09, Compensation—Stock Compensation (Topic 718): Scope of Modification Accounting, which 
clarifies the scope of modification accounting with respect to changes to the terms or conditions of a share-based payment award. Modification 
accounting  would  not  apply  if  a  change  to  an  award  does  not  affect  the  total  current  fair  value  (or  other  applicable  measurement),  vesting 
conditions, or the classification of the award. For all entities, ASU 2017-09 is effective prospectively for awards modified in fiscal years beginning 
after December 15, 2017. The Company adopted ASU 2017-09 effective January 1, 2018. The adoption of ASU 2017-09 did not have a material 
impact on the Company's consolidated financial statements because the Company has not had significant modifications of its awards. 

In August 2017, the FASB issued ASU No. 2017-12, Derivatives and Hedging: Targeted Improvements to Accounting for Hedging Activities. 
The purpose of this updated guidance is to better align a company’s financial reporting for hedging activities with the economic objectives of 
those activities. ASU 2017-12 is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2018, with early adoption, including adoption in an 
interim period, permitted. The Company early adopted ASU 2017-12 effective January 1, 2018 and the adoption of ASU 2017-12 did not have a 
material impact on the Company's consolidated financial statements. 

In  March  2018,  the  FASB  issued  ASU  No.  2018-05,  Income  Taxes  (Topic  740):  Amendments  to  SEC  Paragraphs  Pursuant  to  SEC  Staff 
Accounting  Bulletin  No.  118,  which  allowed  public  companies  to  record  provisional  amounts  in  earnings  for  the  year  ended December 31, 
2017 due to the complexities involved in accounting for the enactment of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. ASU 2018-05 was effective upon issuance. 
The  Company  recognized  the  estimated  income  tax  effects  of  the  Tax  Cuts  and  Jobs  Act  in  its  2017  Consolidated  Financial  Statements  in 
accordance with SEC Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 118. 

Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements 

Lease Accounting 

In February 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-02, Leases. ASU 2016-02 outlines a new model for accounting by lessees, whereby their 
rights and obligations under substantially all leases, existing and new, will be capitalized and recorded on the balance sheet. For lessors, however, 
the accounting remains largely unchanged from the current model, with the distinction between operating, sales-type and direct-financing leases 
retained, but updated to align with certain changes to the lessee model and the new revenue recognition standard discussed above. Under the new 
guidance, contract consideration will be allocated to its lease components (such as the lease of our retail properties) and non-lease components 
(such as maintenance). For us as a lessor, any non-lease components will be accounted for under ASC Topic 606, Revenue from Contracts with 
Customers, unless the Company elects a lessor practical expedient to not separate the nonlease components from the associated lease component 
(see discussion below). The new guidance also includes a definition of initial direct costs that is narrower than the prior definition in  current 
GAAP (Topic 840, Leases). This will result in a change to the accounting for our internal leasing costs, which will be expensed as incurred, as 
opposed to being capitalized and deferred. Commissions subsequent to successful lease execution will continue to be capitalized.    ASU 2016-
02 is effective for the Company beginning January 1, 2019 and will require extensive quantitative and qualitative disclosures. 

ASU 2016-02 initially provided for one retrospective transition method; however, a second transition method was later added with ASU 2018-
11 as described below. To ease the transition, the new lease accounting guidance permits companies to utilize certain practical expedients in their 
implementation of the new standard: 

•  A package of three practical expedients that must be elected together for all leases and includes: (i) not reassessing expired or existing 
contracts as to whether they are or contain leases; (ii) not reassessing lease classification of existing leases and (iii) not reassessing the 
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•  ASU 2016-02 also includes a practical expedient to use hindsight in determining the lease term or assessing purchase options for existing 

leases and in assessing impairment of right of use assets; 

•  ASU 2018-01, Land Easements Practical Expedient for Transition to Topic 842 added a transition practical expedient to not reassess 

existing or expired land easement agreements not previously accounted for as leases; and   

•  A new practical expedient under ASU 2018-11, described below.   

In  July  2018,  the  FASB  issued  ASU  No.  2018-10,  Codification  Improvements  to  Topic  842,  Leases.  These  amendments  provide  minor 
clarifications and corrections to ASU 2016-02, Leases (Topic 842).   

In July 2018, the FASB issued ASU No. 2018-11, Leases (Topic 842): Targeted Improvements. The amendments in this Update provide entities 
with an additional optional transition method to adopt ASU 2016-02. Under this new transition method, an entity initially applies the new leases 
standard at the adoption date and recognizes a cumulative-effect adjustment to the opening balance of retained earnings in the period of adoption. 
Consequently, an entity’s reporting under this additional transition method for the comparative periods presented in the financial statements in 
which it adopts the new leases standard would continue to be in accordance with current GAAP (Topic 840, Leases). The amendments in this 
Update also provide lessors with a practical expedient, by class of underlying asset, to make a policy election to not separate non-lease components 
from the associated lease component and, instead, to account for those components as a single component if the non-lease components otherwise 
would be accounted for under the new revenue guidance (Topic 606). Conditions are required to elect the practical expedient, and if met, the 
single component will be accounted for under either under Topic 842 or Topic 606 depending on which component(s) are predominant. The 
lessor practical expedient to not separate nonlease components from the associated component must be elected for all existing and new leases. 

In December 2018, the FASB issued ASU 2018-20 Leases (Topic 842), Narrow-Scope Improvements for Lessors. This ASU modifies ASU No. 
2016-02 to permit lessors, as an accounting policy election, not to evaluate whether certain sales taxes and other similar taxes are lessor costs or 
lessee costs. Instead, those lessors will account for those costs as if they are lessee costs. Consequently, a lessor making this election will exclude 
from the consideration in the contract and from variable payments not included in the consideration in the contract all collections from lessees of 
taxes within the scope of the election and will provide certain disclosures (includes sales, use, value added, and some excise taxes and excludes 
real estate taxes). The Company has elected not to evaluate whether the aforementioned costs are lessor or lessee costs. This ASU also provides 
that certain lessor costs require lessors to exclude from variable payments, and therefore revenue, specifically lessor costs paid by lessees directly 
to third parties. The amendments also require lessors to account for costs excluded from the consideration of a contract that are paid by the lessor 
and reimbursed by the lessee as variable payments. A lessor will record those reimbursed costs as revenue.   

The Company has adopted ASU No. 2016-02 (as amended by subsequent ASUs) effective January 1, 2019 utilizing the new transition method 
described in ASU 2018-11 and  has availed itself of all the  available practical expedients described above except it will not use  hindsight in 
determining the lease term or assessing purchase options for existing leases and in assessing impairment of right of use assets. As lessor, the 
Company expects that post-adoption substantially all existing leases will have no change in the timing of revenue recognition until their expiration 
or  termination.  For  common  area  maintenance  income,  currently  reported  within  expense  reimbursements,  while  this  will  be  considered  a 
nonlease  component  within  the  scope  of  Topic  606  for  new  leases,  the  Company  has  elected  the  lessor  practical  expedient  to  not  separate 
maintenance from the associated lease for all existing and new leases and to account for the combined component as a single lease component. 
The Company has determined that the effect of electing this lessor practical expedient is that revenues related to leases will be reported on one 
line in the presentation within the statement of income. The timing of revenue recognition is expected to be the same for the majority of the 
Company’s new leases as compared to similar existing leases. After adoption, the Company will no longer capitalize a significant portion of 
internal leasing costs that were previously capitalized (the Company capitalized $1.4 million and $1.3 million of internal leasing costs during the 
years ended December 31, 2018 and 2017, respectively).   

As a lessee, the Company is party to several equipment, ground, and office leases with future payment obligations aggregating approximately 
$203.1 million at December 31, 2018. As lessee, the Company has applied the following practical expedients in the implementation ASU 2016-
02:  (i)  to  not  separate  non-lease  components  from  the  associated  lease  component  as  described  above  and  (ii)  to  not  apply  the  right-of-use 
recognition requirements to short-term leases. 

Other Accounting Topics 

In June 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-13, Financial Instruments – Credit Losses. ASU 2016-13 introduces a new model for estimating 
credit losses for certain types of financial instruments, including loans receivable, held-to-maturity debt securities, and net investments in direct 
financing leases, amongst other financial instruments. ASU 2016-13 also modifies the impairment model for available-for-sale debt securities 
and expands the disclosure requirements regarding an entity’s assumptions, models, and methods for estimating the allowance for losses. ASU 
2016-13 is effective for periods beginning after December 15, 2019, with adoption permitted for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2018. 
Retrospective adjustments shall be applied through a cumulative-effect adjustment to retained earnings. The adoption of ASU 2016-13 is not 
expected to have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements. 

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In February 2018, the FASB issued ASU No. 2018-02, Income Statement-Reporting Comprehensive Income (Topic 220): Reclassification of 
Certain Tax Effects from Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income. These amendments provide financial statement preparers with an option 
to reclassify stranded tax effects within accumulated other comprehensive income to retained earnings in each period in which the effect of the 
change in the U.S. federal corporate income tax rate in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is recorded. This guidance is effective for fiscal years beginning 
after December 15, 2018, and interim periods therein. The Company adopted this guidance, which did not have a material effect on the Company’s 
financial statements, effective January 1, 2019.   

In June  2018, the FASB issued ASU No. 2018-07,  Compensation—Stock Compensation (Topic 718): Improvements to Nonemployee Share-
Based Payment Accounting. These amendments provide specific guidance for transactions for acquiring goods and services from nonemployees 
and specify that Topic 718 applies to all share-based payment transactions in which a grantor acquires goods or services to be used or consumed 
in a grantor’s own operations by issuing share-based payment awards. The amendments also clarify that Topic 718 does not apply to share-based 
payments used to effectively provide (i) financing to the issuer or (ii) awards granted in conjunction with selling goods or services to customers 
as part of a contract accounted for under Topic 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers. This guidance is effective for fiscal years beginning 
after December 15, 2018, and interim periods beginning after December 15, 2020. Early adoption is permitted but  not earlier than the adoption 
of Topic 606. The Company does not believe that this guidance will have a material effect on its consolidated financial statements as it has not 
historically issued share-based payments in exchange for goods or services to be consumed within its operations. 

In July 2018, the FASB issued ASU No. 2018-09, Codification Improvements. These amendments provide clarifications and corrections to certain 
ASC subtopics including the following: 220-10 (Income Statement - Reporting Comprehensive Income - Overall), 470-50 (Debt - Modifications 
and Extinguishments), 480-10 (Distinguishing Liabilities from Equity - Overall), 718-740 (Compensation - Stock Compensation - Income Taxes), 
805-740 (Business Combinations - Income Taxes), 815-10 (Derivatives and Hedging - Overall), and 820-10 (Fair Value Measurement - Overall). 
Some  of  the  amendments  in  ASU  2018-09  do  not  require  transition  guidance  and  will  be  effective  upon  issuance;  however,  many  of  the 
amendments do have transition guidance with effective dates for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2018.   

In  August  2018,  the  FASB  issued  ASU  No.  2018-13,  Disclosure  Framework  —  Changes  to  the  Disclosure  Requirements  for  Fair  Value 
Measurement which removes, modifies, and adds certain disclosure requirements related to fair value measurements in ASC 820. This guidance 
is effective for public companies in fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019 with early adoption permitted. The Company is currently 
assessing the impact this guidance will have on its consolidated financial statements. 

In  August  2018,  the  FASB  issued  ASU  No.  2018-15  Customer’s  Accounting  for  Implementation  Costs  Incurred  in  a  Cloud  Computing 
Arrangement That Is a Service Contract to provide guidance on implementation costs incurred in a cloud computing arrangement that is a service 
contract. The ASU aligns the accounting for such costs with the guidance on capitalizing costs associated with developing or obtaining internal-
use software. Specifically, the ASU amends ASC 350 to include in its scope implementation costs of such arrangements that are service contracts 
and  clarifies that a customer  should apply  ASC 350-40 to determine  which implementation costs should be capitalized. This ASU,  which is 
effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s financial statements as 
the Company has not incurred any significant costs associated with cloud computing arrangements.   

In November 2018, the FASB issued ASU No. 2018-19 Codification Improvements to Topic 326, Financial Instruments – Credit Losses. This 
ASU modifies ASU 2016-13, which the Company expects to adopt effective January 1, 2019. The amendment clarifies that receivables arising 
from operating leases are not within the scope of Subtopic 326-20, Financial Instruments – Credit Losses – Measure at Amortized Cost. Instead, 
impairment of receivables arising from operating leases should be accounted for in accordance with Topic 842, Leases. 

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2. Real Estate 

The Company’s consolidated real estate is comprised of the following (in thousands): 

Land 
Buildings and improvements 
Tenant improvements 
Construction in progress 
Properties under capital lease 
Total 
Less: Accumulated depreciation 
Operating real estate, net 
Real estate under development, at cost 
Net investments in real estate 

December 31, 

2018 

2017 

    $ 

    $ 

710,469        $ 
2,594,828           
151,154           
44,092           
76,965           
3,577,508           
(416,657 )        
3,160,851           
120,297           
3,281,148        $ 

658,835    
2,406,488    
131,850    
18,642    
76,965    
3,292,780    
(339,862 ) 
2,952,918    
173,702    
3,126,620   

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Acquisitions and Conversions 

During the years ended December 31, 2018 and December 31, 2017, the Company acquired the following consolidated retail properties (dollars 
in thousands): 

Property and Location 
2018 Acquisitions and Conversions 
Core 
Bedford Green Land Parcel - Bedford Hills, NY 

Subtotal Core 

Fund IV 
Broughton Street Partners I - Savannah, GA (Conversion) (Note 4) 

Subtotal Fund IV 

Fund V 
Trussville Promenade - Trussville, AL 
Elk Grove Commons - Elk Grove, CA 
Hiram Pavilion - Hiram, GA 

Subtotal Fund V 

Total 2018 Acquisitions and Conversions 

2017 Acquisitions and Conversions 
Core 
Market Square Shopping Center - Wilmington, DE (Conversion) (Note 4) 

Subtotal Core 

Fund IV 
Lincoln Place - Fairview Heights, IL 
Shaw's Plaza - Windham, ME (Conversion) (Note 3) 

Subtotal Fund IV 

Fund V 
Plaza Santa Fe - Santa Fe, NM 
Hickory Ridge - Hickory, NC 
New Towne Plaza - Canton, MI 
Fairlane Green - Allen Park, MI 

Subtotal Fund V 

Percent 
Acquired 

Date of 
Acquisition 

Purchase 
Price 

100% 

       Mar 23, 2018 

    $ 

100% 

       Oct 11, 2018 

100% 
100% 
100% 

Feb 21, 2018 
Jul 18, 2018 
       Oct 23, 2018 

    $ 

100% 

       Nov 16, 2017 

    $ 

100% 
100% 

       Mar 13, 2017 
Jun 30, 2017 

100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 

Jun 5, 2017 
Jul 27, 2017 
       Aug 4, 2017 
       Dec 20, 2017 

1,337    
1,337    

36,104    
36,104    

45,259    
59,320    
44,443    
149,022    
186,463    

42,800    
42,800    

35,350    
9,142    
44,492    

35,220    
44,020    
26,000    
62,000    
167,240    
254,532   

Total 2017 Acquisitions and Conversions 

       $ 

The  2018  acquisitions  were  considered  asset  acquisitions  based  on  accounting  guidance  effective  as  of  January  1,  2018  (Note  1). The 2017 
acquisitions and conversions were deemed to be business combinations. For the year ended December 31, 2018, the Company capitalized $0.3 
million of acquisition costs related to the Funds. The Company expensed $2.1 million of acquisition costs for the year ended December 31, 2017, 
of which $1.2 million related to the Core Portfolio and $0.9 million related to the Funds. No debt was assumed in any of the 2018 Acquisitions 
or 2017 Acquisitions or Conversions. 

Revenues and net income from the Company’s consolidated 2018 acquisitions and conversions totaled $9.0 million and $0.5 million, respectively 
for the year ended December 31, 2018. Revenues and net loss from the Company’s consolidated 2017 acquisitions and conversions totaled $10.2 
million and $3.5 million, respectively for the year ended December 31, 2017.   

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Purchase Price Allocations 

The  purchase  prices  for  the 2018  acquisitions  and  the  2017  acquisitions  and  conversions  were  allocated  to  the  acquired  assets  and  assumed 
liabilities based on their estimated fair values at the dates of acquisition. The following table summarizes the allocation of the purchase price of 
properties acquired during the years ended December 31, 2018 and December 31, 2017 (in thousands): 

Net Assets Acquired 
Land 
Buildings and improvements 
Other assets 
Acquisition-related intangible assets (Note 6) 
Acquisition-related intangible liabilities (Note 6) 
Net assets acquired 

Consideration 
Cash 
Conversion of note receivable 
Liabilities assumed 
Existing interest in previously unconsolidated investment 
Change in control of previously unconsolidated investment 
Total Consideration 

Dispositions 

Year Ended December 31, 
2017 
2018 

38,086        $ 
129,586           
—           
26,693           
(7,902 )        
186,463        $ 

147,985        $ 
—           
2,597           
35,881           
—           
186,463        $ 

48,138    
173,576    
84    
44,269    
(11,535 ) 
254,532    

200,429    
41,010    
3,363    
4,159    
5,571    
254,532   

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

During  the  years  ended  December 31,  2018  and  December 31,  2017,  the  Company  disposed  of  the  following  consolidated  properties  (in 
thousands): 

Property and Location 
2018 Disposition 
Sherman Avenue - New York, NY 
Lake Montclair - Dumfries, VA 
1861 Union Street - San Francisco, CA 
210 Bowery - 4 Residential Condos - New York, NY 

Total 2018 Dispositions 

2017 Dispositions 
New Hyde Park Shopping Center - New Hyde Park, NY 
216th Street - New York, NY 
City Point Condominium Tower I - Brooklyn, NY 
1151 Third Avenue - New York, NY 
260 E 161st Street - Bronx, NY 
Total 2017 Dispositions 

Owner 

    Date Sold 

    Sale Price 

Gain (Loss) 
on Sale 

   Fund II 
   Fund IV 
   Fund IV 
Fund IV 

    Apr 17, 2018     $ 
    Aug 27, 2018        
    Aug 29, 2018        
Nov 30, 2018, 
Dec 10, 2018, 
Dec 17, 2018, 
Dec 21, 2018        
   $ 

26,000       $ 
22,450          
6,000          

33    
2,923    
2,184    

12,050          
66,500       $ 

—    
5,140    

   Fund III 
   Fund II 
   Fund II 
   Fund IV 
   Fund II 

Jul 6, 2017 
   $ 
    Sep 11, 2017        
    Oct 13, 2017        
    Nov 16, 2017        
    Dec 13, 2017        
      $ 

22,075       $ 
30,579          
96,000          
27,000          
105,684          
281,338       $ 

6,433    
6,543    
(810 ) 
5,183    
31,537    
48,886   

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The aggregate revenue, expenses and pre-tax income reported within continuing operations for the aforementioned consolidated properties that 
were sold during the years ended December 31, 2018, December 31, 2017 and December 31, 2016 were as follows (in thousands): 

Revenues 
Expenses 
Loss (income) from continuing operations of disposed properties 
      before gain on disposition of properties 
Gain on disposition of properties 
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests 
Net income attributable to Acadia 

Properties Held for Sale 

2018 

Year Ended December 31, 
2017 

2016 

1,968        $ 
(1,874 )        

94           
5,140           
(3,368 )        
1,866        $ 

16,249        $ 
(20,529 )        

(4,280 )        
48,886           
(32,254 )        
12,352        $ 

20,097    
(17,079 ) 

3,018    
81,965    
(70,714 ) 
14,269   

   $ 

   $ 

At December 31, 2018, the Company had no properties classified as held-for-sale. At December 31, 2017, the Company had one property in 
Fund II classified as held-for-sale, Sherman Avenue, with total assets of $25.4 million, which was sold on April 17, 2018 as noted in the 
disposition table above. This property’s net operating loss of $0.5 million and $0.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2018 and 2017, 
respectively, is included in the table above. At December 31, 2017, the Company recognized an impairment charge of approximately $10.6 
million inclusive of an amount attributable to a noncontrolling interest of $7.6 million (Note 8).   

Real Estate Under Development and Construction in Progress 

Real estate under development represents the Company’s consolidated properties that have not yet been  placed into service while undergoing 
substantial development or construction. 

Development activity for the Company’s consolidated properties comprised the following during the periods presented (dollars in thousands): 

Core 
Fund II 
Fund III 
Fund IV 
Total 

Number of 
Properties        

    December 31, 2017 
Carrying 
Value 
2       $  21,897       $ 
4,908          
—          
63,939          
2          
1          
82,958          
5       $  173,702       $ 

Year Ended 2018 
Capitalized 
Costs 

       December 31, 2018 
Carrying 
Value 

Number of 
Properties        

       Transfers In 

       Transfers Out        

6,320       $ 
—       $ 
2,554          
—          
36,117          
—          
—          
876          
—       $  45,867       $ 

20,458          
—          
78,814          
—          
99,272          

7,759    
1       $ 
7,462    
—          
21,242    
1          
1          
83,834    
3       $  120,297   

During the year ended December 31, 2018, the Company placed one Core development project into service and one Fund III development project 
into service. In addition to the consolidated projects noted above, the Company had one unconsolidated project in development at December 31, 
2017, which it placed into service during the year ended December 31, 2018. 

During the year ended December 31, 2017, the Company placed substantially all of Fund II’s City Point project into service as well as three Fund 
IV properties, reclassified Fund II’s Sherman Avenue property as held for sale and placed one Core property into development. In addition to the 
consolidated  projects  noted  above,  the  Company  had  one  unconsolidated  project  remaining  in  development  after  placing  three  of  its  four 
unconsolidated Fund IV development properties into service during the year ended December 31, 2017. 

Construction in progress pertains to construction activity at the Company’s operating properties which are in service and continue to operate 
during the construction period. 

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3. Notes Receivable, Net 

The Company’s notes receivable, net were collateralized either by the underlying properties or the borrower’s ownership interest in the entities 
that own the properties, and were as follows (dollars in thousands): 

Description 
Core Portfolio 
Fund II 
Fund III 
Fund IV 

    December 31,        December 31,       

December 31, 2018 

2018 

2017 

Number 

       Maturity Date 

    $ 

    $ 

56,475        $ 
32,582           
5,306           
15,250           
109,613        $ 

101,695           
31,778           
5,106           
15,250           
153,829           

2        Apr 2019 - Apr 2020     
1       
1       
1       
5       

May 2020 
Jul 2020 
Feb 2021 

Interest Rate 
6.0% - 8.1% 
2.5% 
18.0% 
15.3% 

During the year ended December 31, 2018, the Company: 

• 

• 
• 

• 
• 

exchanged $22.0 million of a Core note receivable plus accrued interest thereon of $0.3 million for an additional undivided interest in 
the Town Center property (Note 4); 
received full payment on $26.0 million of Core notes receivable plus accrued interest of $0.2 million; 
funded an additional $2.8 million to its existing $15.0 million Core note receivable and entered into an agreement to extend the maturity 
to April 1, 2020; 
advanced an additional $0.2 million on a Fund III note receivable; and 
increased the balance of a Fund II note receivable by the interest accrued of $0.8 million. 

During the year ended December 31, 2017, the Company: 

• 

• 

• 

• 
• 
• 
• 

recovered  the  full  value  of  a  $12.0  million  Core  note  receivable,  which  was  previously  in  default,  plus  accrued  interest  and  fees 
aggregating $16.8 million; 
exchanged $92.7 million of Core notes receivable plus accrued interest thereon of $1.8 million for additional undivided interests in the 
Market Square and Town Center properties (Note 4); 
funded  an  additional  $10.0  million  on  an  existing  Core  note  receivable,  which  had  a  total  commitment  of  $20.0  million,  and  was 
subsequently repaid in full during the fourth quarter; 
entered into an agreement to extend the maturity of a $15.0 million Core note receivable to June 1, 2018; 
increased the balance of a Fund II note receivable by the interest accrued of $0.8 million; 
advanced an additional $0.6 million on a Fund III note receivable; and 
exchanged a $9.0 million Fund IV note receivable plus accrued interest of $0.1 million thereon for an investment in a shopping center 
in Windham, Maine (Note 2). 

The Company  monitors the  credit quality of its notes receivable on an ongoing basis and considers indicators of credit quality such as loan 
payment activity, the estimated fair value of the underlying collateral, the seniority of the Company’s loan in relation to other debt secured by 
the collateral and the prospects of the borrower. 

Earnings from these notes and mortgages receivable are reported within the Company’s Structured Financing segment (Note 12). 

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4. Investments in and Advances to Unconsolidated Affiliates 

The Company accounts for its investments in and advances to unconsolidated affiliates primarily under the equity method of accounting as it has 
the ability to exercise significant influence, but does not have financial or operating control over the investment, which is maintained by each of 
the unaffiliated partners who co-invest with the Company. The Company’s investments in and advances to unconsolidated affiliates consist of 
the following (dollars in thousands): 

Portfolio 

Core: 

Property 

    December 31, 2018 

2018 

2017 

Nominal Ownership 
Interest 

       December 31,        December 31,    

    840 N. Michigan (a) 
    Renaissance Portfolio 
    Gotham Plaza 
    Town Center 
    Georgetown Portfolio 

(a, b) 

Mervyns I & II: 

   KLA/Mervyn's, LLC (c) 

Fund III: 

Fund IV: 

    Fund III Other Portfolio 
    Self Storage Management (d) 

    Broughton Street Portfolio (e) 
    Fund IV Other Portfolio 
    650 Bald Hill Road 

Various Funds: 

   Due (to) from Related Parties (f) 
    Other (g) 

Investments in and advances to 
unconsolidated affiliates 

Core: 

88.43% 
20% 
49% 
75.22% 
50% 

10.5% 

90% 
95% 

50% 
90% 
90% 

       $ 

65,013        $ 
32,458           
29,550           
99,758           
4,653           
231,432           

69,846    
35,041    
29,416    
78,801    
3,479    
216,583    

—           

—    

21           
206           
227           

3,236           
14,540           
12,880           
30,656           

(461 )        
556           

167    
206    
373    

48,335    
20,199    
13,609    
82,143    

2,415    
556    

    $ 

262,410       $ 

302,070    

    Crossroads (h) 

Distributions in excess of income from, 
and investments in, unconsolidated affiliates 

49% 

       $ 

15,623        $ 

15,292    

    $ 

15,623       $ 

15,292   

(a)  Represents a tenancy-in-common interest. 
(b)  During November 2017 and March 2018, as discussed below, the Company increased its ownership in Town Center. 
(c)  Distributions, discussed below, have exceeded the Company’s non-recourse investment, therefore the carrying value is zero. 
(d)  Represents a variable interest entity for which the Company was determined not to be the primary beneficiary. 
(e)  The Company is entitled to a 15% return on its cumulative capital contribution which was $3.0 million and $15.4 million at  December 31, 2018 and December 31, 2017, 
respectively. In addition, the Company is entitled to a 9% preferred return on a portion of its equity, which was $2.8 million and $41.2 million at December 31, 2018 and 
December 31, 2017, respectively. 

(f)  Represents deferred fees. 
(g) 
(h)  Distributions have  exceeded  the  Company’s  investment; however,  the  Company  recognizes  a  liability  balance  as  it  may  be  required  to  return distributions to  fund  future 

Includes a cost-method investment in Albertson’s (Note 8), Storage Post and other investments. 

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Core Portfolio 

Acquisition of Unconsolidated Investment 

On January 4, 2017, an entity in which the Company owns a 20% noncontrolling interest (the “Renaissance Portfolio”), acquired a 6,200 square 
foot property in Alexandria, Virginia referred to as (“907 King Street”) for $3.0 million. The Renaissance Portfolio is now a 213,000 square-foot 
portfolio of 18 mixed-use properties, 16 of which are located in Georgetown, Washington D.C. and two of which are located in Alexandria, 
Virginia. 

Brandywine Portfolio, Market Square and Town Center 

The Company owns an interest in an approximately one million square foot retail portfolio (the “Brandywine Portfolio” joint venture) located in 
Wilmington, Delaware, which includes two properties referred to as “Market Square” and “Town Center.” Prior to the second quarter of 2016, 
the Company had a controlling interest in the Brandywine Portfolio, and it was therefore consolidated within the Company’s financial statements. 
During April 2016, the arrangement with the partners of the Brandywine Portfolio was modified to change the legal ownership from a partnership 
to a tenancy-in-common interest, as well as to provide certain participating rights to the outside partners. As a result of these modifications, the 
Company de-consolidated the Brandywine Portfolio and accounted for its interest under the equity method of accounting effective May 1, 2016. 
Furthermore, as the owners of the Brandywine Portfolio had consistent ownership interests before and after the modification and the underlying 
net assets were unchanged, the Company reflected the change from consolidation to equity method based upon its historical cost. The Brandywine 
Portfolio and Market Square ventures do not include the property held by Brandywine Holdings, an entity consolidated by the Company. 

Additionally, in April 2016, the Company repaid the outstanding balance of $140.0 million of non-recourse debt collateralized by the Brandywine 
Portfolio  and  provided  a  note  receivable  collateralized  by  the  partners’  tenancy-in-common  interest  in  the  Brandywine  Portfolio  for  their 
proportionate  share  of  the  repayment.  On  May  1,  2017,  the  Company  exchanged  $16.0  million  of  the  $153.4  million  notes  receivable  (the 
“Brandywine Notes Receivable”) (Note 3) plus accrued interest of $0.3 million for one of the partner’s 38.89% tenancy-in-common interests in 
Market Square. The Company already had a 22.22% interest in Market Square and continued to apply the equity method of accounting for its 
aggregate 61.11% noncontrolling interest in Market Square and its 22.22% interest in Town Center through November 16, 2017. The incremental 
investment in Market Square was recorded at $16.3 million and the excess of this amount over the venture’s book value associated with this 
interest,  or  $9.8  million,  was  being  amortized  over  the  remaining  depreciable  lives  of  the  venture’s  assets  through  November  16,  2017.  On 
November 16, 2017, the Company exchanged an additional $16.0 million of Brandywine Notes Receivable plus accrued interest of $0.6 million 
for the remaining 38.89% interest in Market Square, thereby obtaining a 100% controlling interest in the property. The exchange was deemed to 
be a business combination and as a result, the property was consolidated and a gain on change of control of $5.6 million was recorded (Note 2). 

On November 16, 2017, the Company exchanged $60.7 million of the Brandywine Notes Receivable plus accrued interest of $0.9 million for 
one of the partner’s 38.89% tenancy-in-common interests in Town Center. The incremental investment in Town Center was recorded at $61.6 
million and the excess of this amount over the venture’s book value associated with this interest, or $34.5 million, is being amortized over the 
remaining depreciable lives of the venture’s assets. The Company previously had a 22.22% interest in Town Center which then became 61.11% 
following the November 2017 transaction. 

On March 28, 2018, the Company exchanged $22.0 million of its Brandywine Notes Receivable plus accrued interest of $0.3 million for one of 
the partner’s 14.11% tenancy-in-common interests in Town Center. The incremental investment in Town Center was recorded at $ 22.3 million 
and the excess of this amount over the venture’s book value associated with this interest, or $12.7 million, is being amortized over the remaining 
depreciable  lives  of  the  venture’s  assets.  The  Company  continues  to  apply  the  equity  method  of  accounting  for  its  aggregate  75.22% 
noncontrolling interest in Town Center after the March 2018 transaction. 

At December 31, 2018, $38.7 million of the Brandywine Note Receivable remains outstanding (Note 3), which is collateralized by the remaining 
24.78% undivided interest in Town Center. 

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Fund Investments 

Mervyn’s I & II 

In 2017, Mervyn’s I and Mervyn’s II received a total of $1.1 million in distributions from certain investments. The Company had already reduced 
the carrying amount of these investments to zero, and consequently the entire amount received has been reflected as equity in earnings and gains 
of unconsolidated affiliates in the consolidated statements of income. 

Albertson’s 

“Other” includes, among other investments, Fund II’s cost method investment reflecting an effective 1.05% interest in Albertson’s Companies, 
Inc. (“Albertson’s”), a privately-held national supermarket chain. In 2017, the Company received $2.4 million in distributions from Albertson’s 
and reduced the carrying amount of its investment in Albertson’s to zero (Note 8), reflecting the remaining $2.0 million as equity in earnings and 
gains of unconsolidated affiliates in the consolidated statements of income. 

Storage Post 

On May 15, 2018, Fund III’s Storage Post venture, which is a cost-method investment with no carrying value, distributed $3.2 million of which 
the Operating Partnership’s share was $0.8 million. 

Broughton Street Portfolio 

During 2014, Fund IV acquired 50% interests in two joint ventures referred to as “BSP I” and “BSP II” with the same venture partner to acquire 
and operate a total of 23 properties in Savannah, Georgia referred to as the “Broughton Street Portfolio.” Since that time, as described below, the 
ventures  have  sold  eight  of  the  properties  and  terminated  the  master  leases  on  two  of  the  properties.  In  October  2018,  the  venture  partner 
relinquished its interest in BSP I resulting in Fund IV becoming the 100% owner of the BSP I venture, which holds 11 consolidated properties at 
December 31, 2018 (Note 2). Fund IV accounted for this transaction as an asset purchase at fair value whereby its existing preferred and common 
interests were deemed consideration for the properties and no gain or loss was recognized. At December 31, 2018, the Broughton Street portfolio 
had 13 remaining properties, two of which are unconsolidated and are held within the BSP II venture. 

2018 Dispositions of Unconsolidated Investments 

On January 18, 2018, Fund IV’s Broughton Street Portfolio venture sold two properties for aggregate proceeds of $8.0 million, resulting in a net 
loss of $0.4 million at the property level of which the Fund’s share and the Operating Partnership’s proportionate share of the loss was zero, due 
to Fund IV’s preferred return. 

On June 29, 2018, Fund IV’s Broughton Street Portfolio venture terminated its master leases on two of its properties resulting in a net loss of 
$1.0 million at the property level for which the Operating Partnership’s share was less than $0.1 million.   

On August 29, 2018, Fund IV’s Broughton Street Portfolio venture sold a property  for proceeds of $2.0 million, resulting in a net loss of $0.3 
million at the property level, of which the Operating Partnership’s share was less than $0.1 million. 

2017 Dispositions of Unconsolidated Investments 

On January 31, 2017, Fund IV completed the disposition of 2819 Kennedy Boulevard, for $19.0 million less $8.4 million debt repayment for net 
proceeds of $10.6 million, resulting in a gain on disposition of $6.3 million at the property level, of which the Fund’s share was $6.2 million, 
which  is  included  in  equity  in  earnings  and  gains  from  unconsolidated  affiliates  in  the  consolidated  statements  of  income.  The  Operating 
Partnership’s proportionate share of the gain was $1.4 million, net of noncontrolling interests. 

On February 15, 2017, Fund III completed the disposition of Arundel Plaza, for $28.8 million less $10.0 million debt repayments for net proceeds 
of $18.8 million, resulting in a gain on disposition of $8.2 million at the property level, of which the Fund’s share was $5.3 million, which is 
included in equity in earnings and gains from unconsolidated affiliates in the consolidated statements of income. The Operating Partnership’s 
proportionate share of the gain was $1.3 million, net of noncontrolling interests. 

On  June  30,  2017,  Fund  IV  completed  the  disposition  of  1701 Belmont  Avenue,  for  $5.6  million  less  $2.9  million  debt  repayments  for  net 
proceeds of $2.7 million, resulting in a gain on disposition of $3.3 million at the property level, of which the Fund’s share was $3.3 million, 

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which  is  included  in  equity  in  earnings  and  gains  from  unconsolidated  affiliates  in  the  consolidated  statements  of  income.  The  Operating 
Partnership’s proportionate share of the gain was $0.8 million, net of noncontrolling interests. 

On October 3 and December 21, 2017, Fund IV’s Broughton Street Portfolio venture sold a total of five properties for aggregate proceeds of 
$11.0 million resulting in a net gain of $1.2 million at the property level, of which the Fund’s share was $0.6 million, which is included in equity 
in earnings and gains from unconsolidated affiliates in the consolidated financial statements. The Operating Partnership’s proportionate share of 
the gain was $0.1 million, net of noncontrolling interests. 

Fees from Unconsolidated Affiliates 

The  Company  earned  property  management,  construction,  development,  legal  and  leasing  fees  from  its  investments  in  unconsolidated 
partnerships totaling $1.1 million and $1.3 million and $1.2 million for the years ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016, respectively, which 
is included in other revenues in the consolidated financial statements. 

In addition, the Company paid to certain unaffiliated partners of its joint ventures, $2.2 million and $2.0 million and $2.4 million for the years 
ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016, respectively, for leasing commissions, development, management, construction and overhead fees. 

Summarized Financial Information of Unconsolidated Affiliates 

The following combined and condensed Balance Sheets and Statements of Income, in each period, summarize the financial information of the 
Company’s investments in unconsolidated affiliates (in thousands): 

Combined and Condensed Balance Sheets 
Assets: 
Rental property, net 
Real estate under development 
Investment in unconsolidated affiliates 
Other assets 
Total assets 
Liabilities and partners’ equity: 
Mortgage notes payable 
Other liabilities 
Partners’ equity 
Total liabilities and partners’ equity 

Company's share of accumulated equity 
Basis differential 
Deferred fees, net of portion related to the Company's interest 
Amounts (payable) receivable by the Company 
Investments in and advances to unconsolidated affiliates, net of Company's 
      share of distributions in excess of income from and investments in 
      unconsolidated affiliates 
Company's share of distributions in excess of income from and 
      investments in unconsolidated affiliates 
Investments in and advances to unconsolidated affiliates 

December 31, 

2018 

2017 

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

488,000        $ 
—           
6,853           
91,497           
586,350        $ 

408,967        $ 
54,675           
122,708           
586,350        $ 

141,384        $ 
104,084           
1,780           
(461 )        

518,900    
26,681    
6,853    
100,901    
653,335    

405,652    
61,932    
185,751    
653,335    

185,533    
95,358    
3,472    
2,415    

246,787           

286,778    

    $ 

15,623           
262,410        $ 

15,292    
302,070   

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Combined and Condensed Statements of Income 
Total revenues 
Operating and other expenses 
Interest expense 
Depreciation and amortization 
Loss on debt extinguishment 
(Loss) gain on disposition of properties 
Net income attributable to unconsolidated affiliates 

Company’s share of equity in net income of unconsolidated affiliates 
Basis differential amortization 
Company’s equity in earnings of unconsolidated affiliates 

Year Ended December 31, 
2017 

2016 

2018 

$ 

$ 

$ 

$ 

80,184        $ 
(23,586 )        
(19,954 )        
(22,228 )        
—           
(1,673 )        
12,743        $ 

12,345        $ 
(3,043 )        
9,302        $ 

83,222        $ 
(24,711 )        
(18,733 )        
(24,192 )        
(154 )        
18,957           
34,389        $ 

26,039        $ 
(2,668 )        
23,371        $ 

84,218    
(25,724 ) 
(16,300 ) 
(35,432 ) 
—    
(1,340 ) 
5,422    

40,538    
(1,089 ) 
39,449   

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5. Other Assets, Net and Accounts Payable and Other Liabilities 

Other assets, net and accounts payable and other liabilities are comprised of the following for the periods presented: 

(in thousands) 
Other Assets, Net: 
Lease intangibles, net (Note 6) 
Deferred charges, net (a) 
Prepaid expenses 
Other receivables 
Accrued interest receivable 
Deposits 
Due from seller 
Deferred tax assets 
Derivative financial instruments (Note 8) 
Due from related parties 
Corporate assets 
Income taxes receivable 

(a) Deferred Charges, Net: 

Deferred leasing and other costs 
Deferred financing costs related to line of credit 

Accumulated amortization 
Deferred charges, net 

Accounts Payable and Other Liabilities: 
Lease intangibles, net (Note 6) 
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 
Deferred income 
Tenant security deposits, escrow and other 
Derivative financial instruments (Note 8) 
Income taxes payable 
Other 

December 31, 

2018 

2017 

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

115,939        $ 
28,619           
18,422           
5,058           
17,046           
4,611           
4,000           
2,032           
7,018           
1,802           
1,953           
2,070           
208,570        $ 

45,011        $ 
8,960           
53,971           
(25,352 )        
28,619        $ 

95,045        $ 
65,215           
34,052           
10,588           
7,304           
19           
2,738           
214,961        $ 

127,571    
24,589    
16,838    
11,356    
11,668    
6,296    
4,300    
2,096    
4,402    
1,479    
2,369    
1,995    
214,959    

41,020    
7,786    
48,806    
(24,217 ) 
24,589    

104,478    
61,420    
31,306    
10,029    
1,467    
176    
1,176    
210,052   

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6. Lease Intangibles 

Upon  acquisitions  of  real  estate,  the  Company  assesses  the  fair  value  of  acquired  assets  (including  land,  buildings  and  improvements,  and 
identified  intangibles  such  as  above-  and  below-market  leases,  including  below-market  options  and  acquired  in-place  leases)  and  assumed 
liabilities. The lease intangibles are amortized over the remaining terms of the respective leases, including option periods where applicable. 

Intangible assets and liabilities are included in other assets and other liabilities (Note 5) on the consolidated balance sheet and summarized as 
follows (in thousands): 

Gross Carrying 
Amount 

December 31, 2018 
Accumulated 
Amortization       

Net Carrying 
Amount 

Gross Carrying 
Amount 

December 31, 2017 
Accumulated 
Amortization       

Net Carrying 
Amount 

Amortizable Intangible Assets 
In-place lease intangible assets 
Above-market rent 

Amortizable Intangible Liabilities 
Below-market rent 
Above-market ground lease 

   $ 

   $ 

   $ 

   $ 

216,021       $  (105,972 )    $  110,049       $ 
5,890          
(12,279 )       
234,190       $  (118,251 )    $  115,939       $ 

18,169          

193,821       $ 
16,786          
210,607       $ 

(72,749 )    $  121,072    
(10,287 )       
6,499    
(83,036 )    $  127,571    

(152,188 )    $ 
(671 )       
(152,859 )    $ 

57,721       $ 
93          
57,814       $ 

(94,467 )    $ 
(578 )       
(95,045 )    $ 

(147,232 )    $ 
(671 )       
(147,903 )    $ 

43,391       $  (103,841 ) 
(637 ) 
43,425       $  (104,478 ) 

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During the year ended December 31, 2018, the Company acquired in-place lease intangible assets of $24.2 million, above-market rents of $2.5 
million, and below-market rents of $7.9 million with weighted-average useful lives of 5.2, 5.1, and 20.5 years, respectively. During the year 
ended December 31, 2017, the Company acquired in-place lease intangible assets of $41.6 million, above-market rents of $2.7 million, below-
market rents of $10.9 million, and an above-market ground lease of $0.7 million with weighted-average useful lives of 4.1, 4.8, 12.1, and 11.5 
years, respectively.  

Amortization of in-place lease intangible assets is recorded in depreciation and amortization expense and amortization of above-market rent and 
below-market rent is recorded as a reduction to and increase to rental income, respectively, in the consolidated statements of income. Amortization 
of above-market ground leases are recorded as a reduction to rent expense in the consolidated statements of income. 

The scheduled amortization of acquired lease intangible assets and assumed liabilities as of December 31, 2018 is as follows (in thousands): 

Years Ending December 31, 
2019 
2020 
2021 
2022 
2023 
Thereafter 
Total 

Net Increase 
in 
Lease 
Revenues 

Increase to 

Amortization       

Reduction of 
Rent 
Expense 

Net Income 
(Expense) 

   $ 

   $ 

8,431       $ 
8,206          
7,725          
7,346          
7,053          
49,816          
88,577       $ 

(27,309 )    $ 
(20,511 )       
(15,196 )       
(10,467 )       
(8,192 )       
(28,374 )       
(110,049 )    $ 

58       $ 
58          
58          
58          
58          
288          
578       $ 

(18,820 ) 
(12,247 ) 
(7,413 ) 
(3,063 ) 
(1,081 ) 
21,730    
(20,894 ) 

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7. Debt 

A summary of the Company’s consolidated indebtedness is as follows (dollars in thousands):   

Mortgages Payable 
Core Fixed Rate 
Core Variable Rate - Swapped    (a) 
Total Core Mortgages Payable 
Fund II Fixed Rate 
Fund II Variable Rate - Swapped    (a) 
Total Fund II Mortgages Payable 
Fund III Variable Rate 
Fund IV Fixed Rate 
Fund IV Variable Rate 
Fund IV Variable Rate - Swapped    (a) 
Total Fund IV Mortgages Payable 
Fund V Variable Rate 
Fund V Variable Rate - Swapped (a) 
Total Fund V Mortgage Payable 
Net unamortized debt issuance costs 
Unamortized premium 
Total Mortgages Payable 
Unsecured Notes Payable 
Core Term Loans 
Core Variable Rate Unsecured 
      Term Loans - Swapped (a) 
Total Core Unsecured Notes 
      Payable 
Fund II Unsecured Notes Payable 
Fund IV Term Loan/Subscription 
Facility 
Fund V Subscription Facility 

Net unamortized debt issuance costs 
Total Unsecured Notes Payable 
Unsecured Line of Credit 
Core Unsecured Line of Credit 
Core Unsecured Line of Credit - 
Swapped (a) 
Total Unsecured Line of Credit 

Total Debt - Fixed Rate (b) 
Total Debt - Variable Rate (c) 
Total Debt 
Net unamortized debt issuance costs 
Unamortized premium 
Total Indebtedness 

Interest Rate at 

December 31, 
2017 

       Maturity Date at 
       December 31, 2018 

Carrying Value at 
   December 31,        December 31,     

2018 

2017 

December 31, 
2018 

3.88%-6.00% 
3.41%-5.67% 

1.00%-4.75% 
4.27% 

3.88%-5.89% 
3.41%-5.67% 

       Feb 2024 - Apr 2035 
       Jan 2023 - Nov 2028 

   $ 

1.00%-4.75% 
4.27% 

       May 2020 - Aug 2042 

Nov 2021 

    LIBOR+2.65%-LIBOR+4.65%         Prime+0.50%-LIBOR+4.65% 

       Jun 2020 - Dec 2021 
       Oct 2025 - Jun 2026 
    LIBOR+1.60%-LIBOR+3.95%         LIBOR+1.70%-LIBOR+3.95%         Feb 2019 - Aug 2021 
       May 2019 - Dec 2022 

3.40%-4.50% 

3.67%-4.23% 

3.40%-4.50% 

3.67%-4.23% 

    LIBOR+2.15%-LIBOR+2.25%        
4.61%-4.78% 

LIBOR+2.25% 
— 

       Oct 2020 - Jan 2021 
       Feb 2021 - Jun 2021 

LIBOR+1.25% 

— 

2.49%-4.05% 

2.54%-3.59% 

Mar 2023 

Mar 2023 

LIBOR+1.65% 

LIBOR+1.40% 

Sep 2020 

LIBOR+1.65%-LIBOR+2.75%         LIBOR+1.65%-LIBOR+2.75%         Oct 2019 - Dec 2019 

LIBOR+1.60% 

LIBOR+1.60% 

May 2020 

LIBOR+1.35% 
4.15%-5.02% 

LIBOR+1.40% 
4.20%-5.07% 

Mar 2022 
Mar 2022 

   $ 

   $ 

   $ 

   $ 

   $ 

   $ 

      $ 

178,271       $ 
82,583          
260,854          
205,262          
19,325          
224,587          
90,096          
8,189           
233,065           
71,841           
313,095           
51,506           
86,570           
138,076           
(10,173 )        
753           
1,017,288        $ 

179,870    
74,152    
254,022    
205,262    
19,560    
224,822    
65,866    
10,503    
250,584    
86,851    
347,938    
28,613    
—    
28,613    
(12,943 ) 
856    
909,174    

383        $ 

—    

349,617           

300,000    

350,000           
40,000           

40,825           
102,800           

300,000    
31,500    

40,825    
103,300    

(368 )        
533,257        $ 

(1,890 ) 
473,735    

—        $ 

18,048    

—           
—        $ 

23,452    
41,500    

1,001,658        $ 
558,675           
1,560,333           
(10,541 )        
753           
1,550,545        $ 

899,650    
538,736    
1,438,386    
(14,833 ) 
856    
1,424,409   

(a)  At December 31, 2018, the stated rates ranged from LIBOR + 1.70% to LIBOR +1.90% for Core variable-rate debt; LIBOR + 1.39% for Fund II variable-rate debt; LIBOR + 
2.65% to LIBOR + 4.65% for Fund III variable-rate debt; LIBOR + 1.60% to LIBOR +3.95% for Fund IV variable-rate debt; LIBOR + 2.15% to LIBOR + 2.25% for Fund V 
variable-rate debt; LIBOR + 1.25% for Core variable-rate unsecured term loans; and LIBOR + 1.35% for Core variable-rate unsecured lines of credit. 
Includes $609.9 million and $504.0 million, respectively, of variable-rate debt that has been fixed with interest rate swap agreements as of the periods presented. 
Includes $143.8 million and $141.1 million, respectively, of variable-rate debt that is subject to interest cap agreements. 

(b) 
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Credit Facility 

On February 20, 2018, the Company entered into a $500.0 million senior unsecured credit facility (the “Credit Facility”), comprised of a $150.0 
million senior unsecured revolving credit facility (the “Revolver”) which bears interest at LIBOR + 1.35%, and a $350.0 million senior unsecured 
term loan (the “Term Loan”) which bears interest at LIBOR + 1.25%. The Credit Facility refinanced the Company’s existing $300.0 million 
credit facility (comprised of the $150.0 million Core unsecured revolving line of credit and the $150.0 million term loan), $150.0 million in Core 
unsecured term loans and repaid a $40.4 million mortgage secured by its 664 North Michigan Property. The Revolver and Term Loans mature 
on March 31, 2022 and March 31, 2023, respectively. 

Mortgages Payable 

During the year ended December 31, 2018, the Company obtained four new Fund V mortgages totaling $109.5 million with a weighted-average 
interest rate of LIBOR + 1.99% collateralized by four properties and maturing in 2021. In addition, the Company obtained a $73.5 million Core 
mortgage with an interest rate of LIBOR + 1.50% collateralized by one property and maturing in 2028. As of December 31, 2018, the Company 
had drawn $50.0 million on this loan. The Company entered into interest rate swap contracts to effectively fix the variable portion of the interest 
rates of four of these obligations with a notional value of $136.6 million at an interest rate of 2.86%. In addition, the Company drew down $24.6 
million on a Fund III construction loan. During the year ended December 31, 2018, the Company repaid one Core mortgage in full, which had a 
balance of $40.4 million and an interest rate of LIBOR + 1.65%, and three Fund IV mortgages in full, totaling $27.2 million with a weighted-
average interest rate of LIBOR + 2.81%. The Company also made scheduled principal payments of $6.7 million during the year. At December 31, 
2018 and December 31, 2017, the Company’s mortgages were collateralized by 43 and 42 properties, respectively, and the related tenant leases. 
Certain loans are cross-collateralized and contain cross-default provisions. The loan agreements contain customary representations, covenants 
and  events  of  default.  Certain  loan  agreements  require  the  Company  to  comply  with  affirmative  and  negative  covenants,  including  the 
maintenance of debt service coverage and leverage ratios. A portion of the Company’s variable-rate mortgage debt has been effectively fixed 
through certain cash flow hedge transactions (Note 8). 

The mortgage loan related to Brandywine Holdings in the Company’s Core Portfolio, which was originated in June 2006 and had an original 
principal amount of $26.3 million, was in default and subject to litigation at December 31, 2018 and December 31, 2017. This loan bears interest 
at 6.00%, excluding default interest of 5%, and is collateralized by a property, in which the Company holds a 22% controlling interest. In April 
2017, the lender on this mortgage initiated a lawsuit against the Company for the full balance of the principal, accrued interest as well as penalties 
and fees. The Company believes it has valid defenses and intends to vigorously defend itself. 

Unsecured Notes Payable 

Unsecured  notes  payable  for  which  total  availability  was  $62.3  million  and  $70.3  million  at  December 31,  2018  and  December 31,  2017, 
respectively, are comprised of the following: 

•  As discussed above, the Core unsecured term loans totaling $300.0 million were refinanced in February 2018, into one $350.0 million 
term loan with an interest rate of LIBOR+ 1.25% and maturing in March 2023. The outstanding balance of the Core term loans was 
$350.0 million and $300.0 million, respectively, at December 31, 2018 and December 31, 2017. During the year ended December 31, 
2018, the Company entered into an interest rate swap contract to effectively fix the variable portion of the interest rate with a notional 
value  of  $50.0  million  at  an  interest  rate  of  2.80%.  The  Company  previously  entered  into  swap  agreements  fixing  the  rates  of  the 
remaining Core term loans. 

•  Fund II has a $40.0 million term loan secured by the real estate assets of City Point Phase II and guaranteed by the Company  and the 
Operating Partnership. The outstanding balance of the Fund II term loan was $40.0 million and $31.5 million at December 31, 2018 and 
December 31,  2017,  respectively.  Total  availability  was  $0.0  and  $8.5  million  at  December 31,  2018  and  December 31,  2017, 
respectively. 

•  At Fund IV there are a $41.8 million bridge facility and a $21.5 million subscription line. The outstanding balance of the Fund IV bridge 
facility  was  $40.8  million  at  each  of  December 31,  2018  and  December 31,  2017.  Total  availability  was  $1.0  million  at  each  of 
December 31,  2018  and  December 31,  2017.  The  outstanding  balance  of  the  Fund  IV  subscription  line  was  $0.0  million  and  total 
available credit was $14.1 million at each of December 31, 2018 and December 31, 2017, reflecting letters of credit of $7.4 million. 
•  Fund V has a $150.0 million subscription line collateralized by Fund V’s unfunded capital commitments and guaranteed by the Operating 
Partnership. The outstanding balance and total available credit of the Fund V subscription line was $102.8 million and $47.2 million, 
respectively at December 31, 2018. The outstanding balance and total available credit of the Fund V subscription line was $103.3 million 
and $46.7 million, respectively at December 31, 2017. 

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Unsecured Revolving Line of Credit 

As discussed above, the Core unsecured revolving line of credit was refinanced in February 2018. The Company had a total of $137.7 million 
and $96.2 million, respectively, available under its $150.0 million Core unsecured revolving lines of credit reflecting borrowings of $0.0 and 
$41.5 million, respectively, and letters of credit of $12.3 million at each of December 31, 2018 and December 31, 2017. At December 31, 2017, 
a portion of the Core unsecured revolving line of credit was swapped to a fixed rate. 

Scheduled Debt Principal Payments 

The scheduled principal repayments of the Company’s consolidated indebtedness, as of December 31, 2018 are as follows (in thousands): 

Year Ending December 31, 
2019 
2020 
2021 
2022 
2023 
Thereafter 

Unamortized premium 
Net unamortized debt issuance costs 
Total indebtedness 

    $ 

    $ 

219,118    
527,304    
180,511    
48,528    
370,680    
214,192    
1,560,333    
753    
(10,541 ) 
1,550,545   

See Note 4 for information about liabilities of the Company’s unconsolidated affiliates. 

8. Financial Instruments and Fair Value Measurements 

The fair value of an asset is defined as the exit price, which is the amount that would either be received when an asset is sold or paid to transfer 
a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. The guidance establishes a three-tier fair value hierarchy 
based on the inputs used in measuring fair value. These tiers are: Level 1, for which quoted market prices for identical instruments are available 
in active markets, such as money market funds, equity securities, and U.S. Treasury securities; Level 2, for which there are inputs other than 
quoted prices included within Level 1 that are observable for the instrument, such as certain derivative instruments including interest rate caps 
and interest rate swaps; and Level 3, for financial instruments or other assets/liabilities that do not fall into Level 1 or Level 2 and for which little 
or no market data exists, therefore requiring the Company to develop its own assumptions. 

Items Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis 

The methods and assumptions described below were used to estimate the fair value of each class of financial instrument. For significant Level 3 
items, the Company has also provided the unobservable inputs along with their weighted-average ranges. 

Money Market Funds — The Company has money market funds, which are included in Cash and cash equivalents in the consolidated financial 
statements, are comprised of government securities and/or U.S. Treasury bills. These funds were classified as Level 1 as we used quoted prices 
from active markets to determine their fair values. 

Derivative Assets — The Company has derivative assets, which are included in Other assets, net in the consolidated financial statements, are 
comprised of interest rate swaps and caps. The derivative instruments were measured at fair value using readily observable market inputs, such 
as quotations on interest rates, and  were classified as  Level 2 as these instruments are custom, over-the-counter contracts  with  various bank 
counterparties that are not traded in an active market. See “Derivative Financial Instruments,” below. 

Derivative Liabilities — The Company has derivative liabilities, which are included in Accounts payable and other liabilities in the consolidated 
financial  statements,  are  comprised  of  interest  rate  swaps  and  caps.  These  derivative  instruments  were  measured  at  fair  value  using  readily 
observable market inputs, such as quotations on interest rates, and were classified as Level 2 because they are custom, over-the-counter contracts 
with various bank counterparties that are not traded in an active market. See “Derivative Financial Instruments,” below. 

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The Company did not have any transfers into or out of Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 measurements during the year ended December 31, 2018 or 
2017. 

The following table presents the Company’s fair value hierarchy for those assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis (in 
thousands): 

Assets 
Money Market Funds 
Derivative financial instruments 
Liabilities 
Derivative financial instruments 

December 31, 2018 

December 31, 2017 

    Level 1 

       Level 2 

       Level 3 

       Level 1 

       Level 2 

       Level 3 

   $ 

4,504       $ 
—          

—       $ 
7,018          

—       $ 
—          

3       $ 
—          

—       $ 
4,402          

—          

7,304          

—          

—          

1,467          

—    
—    

—   

In instances where the determination of the fair value measurement is based on inputs from different levels of the fair value hierarchy, the level 
in the fair value hierarchy within which the entire fair value measurement falls is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair 
value measurement in its entirety. The Company’s assessment of the significance of a particular input to the fair value measurement in its entirety 
requires judgment, and considers factors specific to the asset or liability. 

Items Measured at Fair Value on a Nonrecurring Basis (Including Impairment Charges) 

The Company did not record any impairment charges during the year ended December 31, 2018. During the year ended December 31, 2017, the 
Company recognized an impairment charge of $3.8 million, inclusive of an amount attributable to a noncontrolling interest of $2.7 million, on a 
property classified as held for sale at September 30, 2017, in order to reduce the carrying value of the property to its estimated fair value. In 
addition, the Company recognized an impairment charge of $10.6 million, inclusive of an amount attributable to a noncontrolling interest of $7.6 
million, on a property classified as held for sale  at December 31, 2017 (Note 2), in order to reduce the carrying value  of the property to its 
estimated fair value. This property was sold in April 2018. These fair value measurements approximated the estimated selling prices less estimated 
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Core 
Interest Rate Swaps 

Interest Rate Swaps 

Fund II 
Interest Rate Swap 
Interest Rate Swap 

Fund III 
Interest Rate Cap 

Fund IV 
Interest Rate Swaps 

Interest Rate Caps 

Fund V 
Interest Rate Swap 
Interest Rate Swaps 

Total asset derivatives 

Total liability derivatives 

   $ 

   $ 

   $ 

   $ 

   $ 

   $ 

   $ 

   $ 

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Derivative Financial Instruments 

The Company had the following interest rate swaps for the periods presented (dollars in thousands): 

Derivative 
Instrument 

Aggregate Notional 
Amount 

Effective 
Date 

Maturity 
Date 

    Low 

       High 

Balance Sheet 
Location 

December 31, 
2018 

December 31, 
2017 

Strike Rate 

Fair Value 

   $ 

111,117       Dec 2012 - 

   Dec 2022 - Jul 

       2.80 %     —       

3.77 %    Other Liabilities (a)     $ 

(6,332 ) 

   $ 

(1,438 ) 

Jul 2020 
   Feb 2013 - 
Dec 2017 

2030 

   Nov 2019 - 
Jul 2027 

       1.24 %     —       

3.77 %    Other Assets 

   Oct 2014 
   Oct 2014 

   Nov 2021 
   Nov 2021 

       2.88 %     —       
       2.88 %     —       

2.88 %    Other Assets 
2.88 %    Other Liabilities 

321,083    

432,200    

19,325    
—    
19,325    

6,022    

(310 ) 

   $ 

108    
—    
108    

   $ 

   $ 

4,076    

2,638    

—    
(29 ) 
(29 ) 

   $ 

   $ 

   $ 

58,000    

   Dec 2016 

   Jan 2020 

       3.00 %     —       

3.00 %    Other Assets 

   $ 

8    

   $ 

14    

71,841    

108,900    

180,741    

   Mar 2017 - 
Nov 2017 
   July 2016 - 
Nov 2016 

   Mar 2020 - 
Dec 2022 
   Aug 2019 - 
Dec 2019 

       1.82 %     —       

2.11 %    Other Assets 

   $ 

851    

   $ 

       3.00 %     —       

3.00 %    Other Assets 

16,900    
69,670    

   Jan 2018 
   Jun 2018 

   Feb 2021 
   Jun 2021 - Jun 

       2.41 %     —       
       2.78 %     —       

2.41 %    Other Assets 
2.88 %    Other Liabilities 

86,570    

2023 

8    

859    

   $ 

   $ 

21    
(972 ) 

(951 ) 

   $ 

295    

17    

312    

—    
—    

—    

7,018    

(7,304 ) 

   $ 

   $ 

4,402    

(1,467 ) 

   $ 

   $ 

   $ 

   $ 

      $ 

(a) 

Includes two swaps with a fair value of ($2.9) million which were acquired during July 2018 and are not effective until July 2020. 

All of the Company’s derivative instruments have been designated as cash flow hedges and hedge the future cash outflows on variable-rate debt 
(Note 7). It is estimated that approximately $2.3 million included in accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income related to derivatives will 
be  reclassified  to  interest  expense  within  the  next  twelve  months.  As  of  December 31,  2018  and  December 31,  2017,  no  derivatives  were 
designated as fair value hedges or hedges of net investments in foreign operations. Additionally, the Company does not use derivatives for trading 
or speculative purposes and currently does not have any derivatives that are not designated hedges.         

Risk Management Objective of Using Derivatives 

The Company is exposed to certain risks arising from both its business operations and economic conditions. The Company manages economic 
risks, including interest rate, liquidity and credit risk, primarily by managing the amount, sources and duration of its debt funding and, from time 
to time, through the use of derivative financial instruments. The Company enters into derivative financial instruments to manage exposures that 
result in the receipt or payment of future known and uncertain cash amounts, the values of which are determined by interest rates. The Company’s 
derivative financial instruments are used to manage differences in the amount, timing and duration of the Company’s known or  expected cash 
receipts and its known or expected cash payments principally related to the Company’s investments and borrowings. 

The Company is exposed to credit risk in the event of non-performance by the counterparties to the swaps if the derivative position has a positive 
balance. The Company believes it mitigates its credit risk by entering into  swaps with major financial institutions. The Company continually 
monitors and actively manages interest costs on its variable-rate debt portfolio and may enter into additional interest rate swap positions or other 

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derivative interest rate instruments based on market conditions. The Company has not entered, and does not plan to enter, into any derivative 
financial instruments for trading or speculative purposes. 

The following table presents the location in the financial statements of the income (losses) recognized related to the Company’s cash flow hedges 
(in thousands): 

Amount of (loss) income recognized in other comprehensive income 
Amount of loss subsequently reclassified to earnings 

    $ 

(2,659 )     $ 
71           

   $ 

634    
3,317    

(646 ) 
4,576   

Year Ended December 31, 
2017 

2016 

2018 

Credit Risk-Related Contingent Features 

The Company has agreements with each of its swap counterparties that contain a provision whereby if the Company defaults on certain of its 
unsecured indebtedness, the Company could also be declared in default on its swaps, resulting in an acceleration of payment under the swaps. 

Other Financial Instruments 

The Company’s other financial instruments had the following carrying values and fair values as of the dates shown (dollars in thousands, inclusive 
of amounts attributable to noncontrolling interests where applicable): 

December 31, 2018 

December 31, 2017 

Notes Receivable (a) 
Mortgage and Other Notes Payable (a) 
Investment in non-traded equity securities (b) 
Unsecured notes payable and Unsecured line of credit (c) 

109,613       $ 

3       $ 
107,370       $ 
3           1,026,708           1,021,075          
23,208          
—          
3          
533,954          
533,625          
2          

153,829       $ 
921,261          
—          
517,125          

Level 

Carrying 
Amount 

Estimated 
Fair Value       

Carrying 
Amount 

Estimated 
Fair Value    
151,712    
921,891    
22,824    
515,330   

(a)  The Company determined the estimated fair value of these financial instruments using a discounted cash flow model with rates that take into account the credit of the borrower 
or tenant, where applicable, and interest rate risk. The Company also considered the value of the underlying collateral, taking into account the quality of the collateral, the credit 
quality of the borrower, the time until maturity and the current market interest rate environment. 

(b)  Represents Fund II’s cost-method investment in Albertson’s supermarkets (Note 4). 

(c)  The Company determined the estimated fair value of the unsecured notes payable and unsecured line of credit using quoted market prices in an open market with limited trading 
volume where available. In cases where there was no trading volume, the Company determined the estimated fair value using a discounted cash flow model using a rate that 
reflects the average yield of similar market participants. 

The Company’s cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable and certain financial instruments included in 
other assets and other liabilities had fair values that approximated their carrying values at December 31, 2018. 

9. Commitments and Contingencies 

The Company is involved in various matters of litigation arising in the normal course of business. While the Company is unable to predict with 
certainty the amounts involved, the Company’s management and counsel are of the opinion that, when such litigation is resolved, the Company’s 
resulting liability, if any, will not have a significant effect on the Company’s consolidated financial position, results of operations, or liquidity. 
The Company's policy is to accrue legal expenses as they are incurred. 

Commitments and Guaranties 

In conjunction with the development and expansion of various properties, the Company has entered into agreements with general contractors for 
the  construction  or  development  of  properties  aggregating  approximately  $55.5  million  and  $98.7  million  as  of  December 31,  2018  and 
December 31, 2017, respectively. 

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At each of December 31, 2018 and December 31, 2017, the Company had letters of credit outstanding of $19.7 million. The Company has not 
recorded any obligation associated with these letters of credit. The majority of the letters of credit are collateral for existing indebtedness and 
other obligations of the Company. 

10. Shareholders’ Equity, Noncontrolling Interests and Other Comprehensive Income 

Common Shares and Units 

The Company completed the following transactions in its common shares during the year ended December 31, 2018: 

•  The Company withheld 3,288 Restricted Shares to pay the employees’ statutory minimum income taxes due on the value of the portion 

of their Restricted Shares that vested. 

•  The Company recognized Common Share and Common OP Unit-based compensation totaling $8.4 million in connection with Restricted 

Shares and Units (Note 13). 

The Company completed the following transactions in its common shares during the year ended December 31, 2017: 

•  The Company withheld 4,314 Restricted Shares to pay the employees’ statutory minimum income taxes due on the value of the portion 

of their Restricted Shares that vested. 

•  The Company recognized Common Share and Common OP Unit-based compensation totaling $8.4 million in connection with Restricted 

Shares and Units (Note 13). 

•  At  the  May  10  Shareholder  Meeting,  Shareholders  approved  an  amendment  to  the  Company’s  Declaration  of  Trust  to  increase  the 
authorized share capital of the Company from 100 million shares of beneficial interest to 200 million shares which became effective on 
July 24, 2017. 

Share Repurchases 

During 2018, the Company revised its share repurchase program. The new share repurchase program authorizes management, at its discretion, 
to repurchase up to $200.0 million of its outstanding Common Shares. The program may be discontinued or extended at any time. The Company 
repurchased 2,294,235 shares for $55.1 million, inclusive of $0.1 million of fees, during the year ended December 31, 2018. The Company did 
not repurchase any shares during the year ended December 31, 2017. As of December 31, 2018, management may repurchase up to approximately 
$144.9 million of the Company’s outstanding Common Shares under this program. 

Dividends and Distributions 

On November 13, 2018, the Board of Trustees declared an increase of $0.01 to the $0.28 per Common Share regular quarterly cash dividend, 
which was paid on January 15, 2019 to holders of record as of December 31, 2018. 

  On August 7, 2018, the Board of Trustees declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.27 per Common Share, which was paid on October 
15, 2018 to the holders of record as of September 28, 2018.   

On May 11, 2018, the Board of Trustees declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.27 per Common Share, which was paid on July 13, 
2018 to holders of record as of June 29, 2018. 

On February 27, 2018, the Board of Trustees declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.27 per Common Share, which was paid on April 
13, 2018 to holders of record as of March 30, 2018. 

On November 8, 2017, the Board of Trustees declared an increase of $0.01 to the $0.27 per Common Share regular quarterly cash dividend, 
which was paid on January 13, 2018 to holders of record as of December 29, 2017. 

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Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income 

The following table sets forth the activity in accumulated other comprehensive income for the years ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016 
(in thousands): 

Balance at January 1, 2018 

Other comprehensive loss before reclassifications 
Reclassification of realized interest on swap agreements 
Net current period other comprehensive loss 
Net current period other comprehensive loss attributable to noncontrolling 
      interests 
Balance at December 31, 2018 

Balance at January 1, 2017 

Other comprehensive income before reclassifications 
Reclassification of realized interest on swap agreements 
Net current period other comprehensive income 
Net current period other comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling 
      interests 
Balance at December 31, 2017 

Balance at January 1, 2016 

Other comprehensive loss before reclassifications 
Reclassification of realized interest on swap agreements 
Net current period other comprehensive income 
Net current period other comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling 
      interests 
Balance at December 31, 2016 

Gains or Losses 
on Derivative 
Instruments 

2,614    

(2,659 ) 
71    
(2,588 ) 

490    
516    

(798 ) 

634    
3,317    
3,951    

(539 ) 
2,614    

(4,463 ) 

(646 ) 
4,576    
3,930    

(265 ) 
(798 ) 

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

    $ 

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Noncontrolling Interests 

The following table summarizes the change in the noncontrolling interests for the  years ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016 (dollars in 
thousands): 

Balance at January 1, 2018 
Distributions declared of $1.09 per Common OP Unit 
Net income (loss) for the year ended December 31, 2018 
Conversion of 117,978 Common OP Units to Common Shares by limited partners 
of the Operating Partnership 
Other comprehensive loss - unrealized loss on valuation of swap agreements 
Reclassification of realized interest expense on swap agreements 
Noncontrolling interest contributions 
Noncontrolling interest distributions 
Employee Long-term Incentive Plan Unit Awards 
Rebalancing adjustment (c) 
Balance at December 31, 2018 

    $ 

    $ 

Balance at January 1, 2017 
Distributions declared of $1.05 per Common OP Unit 
Net income (loss) for the year ended December 31, 2017 
Conversion of 81,453 Common OP Units and 5,000 Preferred OP Units to 
Common Shares by limited partners of the Operating Partnership 
Other comprehensive income (loss) - unrealized gain (loss) on valuation of swap 
agreements 
Reclassification of realized interest expense on swap agreements 
Noncontrolling interest contributions 
Noncontrolling interest distributions 
Employee Long-term Incentive Plan Unit Awards 
Rebalancing adjustment (c) 
Balance at December 31, 2017 

    $ 

    $ 

Balance at January 1, 2016 
Distributions declared of $1.16 per Common OP Unit 
Net income for the year ended December 31, 2016 
Conversion of 351,250 Common OP Units to Common Shares by limited partners 
of the Operating Partnership 
Issuance of Common and Preferred OP Units to acquire real estate 
Acquisition of noncontrolling interests 
Other comprehensive loss - unrealized loss on valuation of swap agreements 
Change in control of previously unconsolidated investment 
Reclassification of realized interest expense on swap agreements 
Noncontrolling interest contributions 
Noncontrolling interest distributions 
Employee Long-term Incentive Plan Unit Awards 
Rebalancing adjustment (c) 
Balance at December 31, 2016 

    $ 

    $ 

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Noncontrolling 
Interests in 
Operating 

Partnership (a)        

Noncontrolling 
Interests in 
Partially-
Owned 
Affiliates (b) 

102,921        $ 
(6,888 )        
2,572           

(2,068 )        
(129 )        
(3 )        
—           
—           
12,374           
(4,556 )        
104,223        $ 

95,422        $ 
(6,453 )        
4,159           

545,519        $ 
—           
(49,709 )        

—           
(681 )        
323           
47,560           
(24,793 )        
—           
—           
518,219        $ 

494,126        $ 
—           
(1,321 )        

Total 

648,440    
(6,888 ) 
(47,137 ) 

(2,068 ) 
(810 ) 
320    
47,560    
(24,793 ) 
12,374    
(4,556 ) 
622,442    

589,548    
(6,453 ) 
2,838    

(1,541 )        

—           

(1,541 ) 

85           
141           
—           
—           
10,457           
651           
102,921        $ 

96,340        $ 
(6,753 )        
5,002           

(7,892 )        
31,429           
—           
(43 )        
—           
223           
—           
—           
12,768           
(35,652 )        
95,422        $ 

(232 )        
545           
85,206           
(32,805 )        
—           
—           
545,519        $ 

324,526        $ 
—           
56,814           

—           
—           
(25,925 )        
(289 )        
(75,713 )        
374           
295,108           
(80,769 )        
—           
—           
494,126        $ 

(147 ) 
686    
85,206    
(32,805 ) 
10,457    
651    
648,440    

420,866    
(6,753 ) 
61,816    

(7,892 ) 
31,429    
(25,925 ) 
(332 ) 
(75,713 ) 
597    
295,108    
(80,769 ) 
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(a)  Noncontrolling interests in the Operating Partnership are comprised of (i) the limited partners’ 3,329,640, 3,328,873 and 3,308,875 Common OP Units at December 31, 2018, 
2017 and 2016, respectively; (ii) 188 Series A Preferred OP Units at December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016; (iii) 136,593 Series C Preferred OP Units at December 31, 2018, 2017 
and  2016;  and  (iv)  2,569,044,  2,274,147  and  1,997,099  LTIP  units  at  December 31,  2018,  2017  and  2016,  respectively,  as  discussed  in  Share  Incentive  Plan  (Note  13). 
Distributions declared for Preferred OP Units are reflected in net income (loss) in the table above.   

(b)  Noncontrolling interests in partially-owned affiliates comprise third-party interests in Funds II, III, IV and V, and Mervyns I and II, and six other subsidiaries. 

(c)  Adjustment reflects the difference between the fair value of the consideration received or paid and the book value of the Common Shares, Common OP Units, Preferred OP 

Units, and LTIP Units involving changes in ownership (the “Rebalancing”). 

Preferred OP Units 

There were no issuances of Preferred OP Units during the year ended December 31, 2018. 

In 1999 the Operating Partnership issued 1,580 Series A Preferred OP Units in connection with the acquisition of a property, which have a stated 
value of $1,000 per unit, and are entitled to a preferred quarterly distribution of the greater of (i) $22.50 ( 9% annually)  per Series A Preferred 
OP Unit or (ii) the quarterly distribution attributable to a Series A Preferred OP Unit if such unit was converted into a Common OP Unit. Through 
December 31, 2018, 1,392 Series A Preferred OP Units were converted into 185,600 Common OP Units and then into Common Shares. The 188 
remaining Series A Preferred OP Units are currently convertible into Common OP Units based on the stated value divided by $7.50. Either the 
Company or the holders can currently call for the conversion of the Series A Preferred OP Units at the lesser of $7.50 or the market price of the 
Common Shares as of the conversion date. 

During 2016, the Operating Partnership issued 442,478 Common OP Units and 141,593 Series C Preferred OP Units to a third party to acquire 
Gotham Plaza (Note 4). The Series C Preferred OP Units have a value of $100.00 per unit and are entitled to a preferred quarterly distribution of 
$0.9375 per unit and are convertible into Common OP Units at a rate based on the share price at the time of conversion. If the share price is 
below $28.80 on the conversion date, each Series C Preferred OP Unit will be convertible into 3.4722 Common OP Units. If the share price is 
between $28.80 and $35.20 on the conversion date, each Series C Preferred OP Unit will be convertible into a number of Common OP Units 
equal to $100.00 divided by the closing share price. If the share price is above $35.20 on the conversion date, each Series C Preferred OP Unit 
will be convertible into 2.8409 Common OP Units. The Series C Preferred OP Units have a mandatory conversion date of December 31, 2025, 
at which time all units that have not been converted will automatically be converted into Common OP Units based on the same calculations. 
Through December 31, 2018, 5,000 Series C Preferred OP Units were converted into 17,165 Common OP Units and then into Common Shares. 

11. Leases 

Operating Leases 

The Company is engaged in the operation of shopping centers and other retail properties that are either owned or, with respect to certain shopping 
centers, operated under long-term ground leases that expire at various dates through June 20, 2066, with renewal options. Space in the shopping 
centers is leased to tenants pursuant to agreements that provide for terms ranging generally from one month to sixty years and generally provide 
for additional rents based on certain operating expenses as well as tenants’ sales volumes. 

The Company leases land at six of its shopping centers, which are accounted for as operating leases and generally provide the Company with 
renewal options. Ground rent expense was $1.7 million, $1.4 million and $1.2 million (including capitalized ground rent at a property under 
development of $0, $0.1 million and $0.6 million) for the years ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016 respectively. The leases terminate at 
various dates between 2020 and 2066. These leases provide the Company with options to renew for additional terms aggregating up to 22 years. 
The Company also leases space for its corporate office. Office rent expense under these leases was $1.0 million for each of the years ended 
December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016, respectively. 

Capital Lease 

During 2016, the Company entered into a 49-year master lease, which is accounted for as a capital lease. During the years ended December 31, 
2018, 2017 and 2016, payments for this lease totaled $2.5 million, $2.5 million and $1.3 million, respectively. The property under the capital 
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Lease Obligations 

The scheduled future minimum (i) rental revenues from rental properties under the terms of non-cancelable tenant leases greater than one year 
(assuming no new or renegotiated leases or option extensions for such premises) and (ii) rental payments under the terms of all non-cancelable 
operating and capital leases in which the Company is the lessee, principally for office space, land and equipment, as of December 31, 2018, are 
summarized as follows (in thousands): 

Year Ending December 31, 
2019 
2020 
2021 
2022 
2023 
Thereafter 
Total 

Minimum Rental 
Revenues 

Minimum Rental 
Payments 

    $ 

    $ 

187,158        $ 
178,691           
159,749           
139,294           
121,456           
513,853           
1,300,201        $ 

4,775    
4,571    
4,354    
4,404    
4,425    
180,618    
203,147   

A ground lease expiring during 2078 provides the Company with an option to purchase the underlying land during 2031. If the Company does 
not exercise the option, the rents that will be due are based on future values and as such are not determinable at this time. Accordingly, the above 
table does not include rents for this lease beyond 2020. 

During  the  years  ended  December  31,  2018,  2017  and  2016,  no  single  tenant  collectively  comprised  more  than  10%  of  the  Company’s 
consolidated total revenues. 

12. Segment Reporting 

The Company has three reportable segments: Core Portfolio, Funds and Structured Financing. The Company’s Core Portfolio consists primarily 
of high-quality retail properties located primarily in  high-barrier-to-entry, densely-populated  metropolitan areas  with  a  long-term investment 
horizon. The Company’s Funds hold primarily retail real estate in which the Company co-invests with high-quality institutional investors. The 
Company’s Structured Financing segment consists of earnings and expenses related to notes and mortgages receivable which are held within the 
Core Portfolio or the Funds (Note 3). Fees earned by the Company as the general partner or managing member of the Funds are eliminated in the 
Company’s consolidated financial statements and are not presented in the Company’s segments. 

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The following tables set forth certain segment information for the Company (in thousands): 

As of or for the Year Ended December 31, 2018 
Structured 
Financing        Unallocated       

Portfolio         Funds 

Core 

Revenues 
Depreciation and amortization 
Property operating expenses, other operating and real estate 
taxes 
General and administrative expenses 
Operating income 
Gain on disposition of properties 
Interest income 
Equity in earnings of unconsolidated affiliates 
    inclusive of gains on disposition of properties (a) 
Interest expense 
Income tax provision 
Net income 
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests 
Net income attributable to Acadia 

   $ 

167,894       $ 
(60,903 )       

94,319       $ 
(56,646 )       

—       $ 
—          

—       $ 
—          

(45,138 )       
—          
61,853          
—          
—          

7,415          
(27,575 )       
—          
41,693          
752          
42,445       $ 

(37,642 )       
—          
31          
5,140          
—          

1,887          
(42,403 )       
—          
(35,345 )       
46,385          
11,040       $ 

—          
—          
—          
—          
13,231          

—          
—          
—          
13,231          
—          
13,231       $ 

—          
(34,343 )       
(34,343 )       
—          
—          

—          
—          
(934 )       
(35,277 )       
—          
(35,277 )    $ 

   $ 

Total 
262,213    
(117,549 ) 

(82,780 ) 
(34,343 ) 
27,541    
5,140    
13,231    

9,302    
(69,978 ) 
(934 ) 
(15,698 ) 
47,137    
31,439    

Real estate at cost 
Total assets 
Cash paid for acquisition of real estate 
Cash paid for development and property improvement costs 

   $  2,069,439       $  1,628,366       $ 
   $  2,232,695       $  1,616,472       $ 
146,642       $ 
   $ 
62,172       $ 
   $ 

1,343       $ 
32,662       $ 

—       $ 
109,613       $ 
—       $ 
—       $ 

—       $  3,697,805    
—       $  3,958,780    
147,985    
—       $ 
94,834   
—       $ 

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As of or for the Year Ended December 31, 2017 
Structured 
Financing        Unallocated       

Portfolio         Funds 

Core 

Revenues 
Depreciation and amortization 
Property operating expenses, other operating and real estate 
taxes 
General and administrative expenses 
Impairment charge 
Operating income (loss) 
Gain on disposition of properties 
Interest income 
Equity in earnings of unconsolidated affiliates 
    inclusive of gains on disposition of properties (a) 
Interest expense 
Gain on change in control 
Income tax provision 
Net income 
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests 
Net income attributable to Acadia 

   $ 

169,975       $ 
(61,705 )       

80,287       $ 
(43,229 )       

—       $ 
—          

—       $ 
—          

(45,349 )       
—          
—          
62,921          
—          
—          

3,735          
(28,618 )       
5,571          
—          
43,609          
(1,107 )       
42,502       $ 

(34,449 )       
—          
(14,455 )       
(11,846 )       
48,886          
—          

19,636          
(30,360 )       
—          
—          
26,316          
(1,731 )       
24,585       $ 

—          
—          
—          
—          
—          
29,143          

—          
—          
—          
—          
29,143          
—          
29,143       $ 

—          
(33,756 )       
—           
(33,756 )       
—          
—          

—          
—          
—          
(1,004 )       
(34,760 )       
—          
(34,760 )    $ 

   $ 

Total 
250,262    
(104,934 ) 

(79,798 ) 
(33,756 ) 
(14,455 ) 
17,319    
48,886    
29,143    

23,371    
(58,978 ) 
5,571    
(1,004 ) 
64,308    
(2,838 ) 
61,470    

Real estate at cost 
Total assets 
Cash paid for acquisition of real estate 
Cash paid for development and property improvement costs 

   $  2,032,485       $  1,433,997       $ 
   $  2,305,663       $  1,500,755       $ 
200,429       $ 
   $ 
66,116       $ 
   $ 

—       $ 
42,026       $ 

—       $ 
153,829       $ 
—       $ 
—       $ 

—       $  3,466,482    
—       $  3,960,247    
200,429    
—       $ 
108,142   
—       $ 

As of or for the Year Ended December 31, 2016 
Structured 
Financing        Unallocated       

Portfolio         Funds 

Core 

Revenues 
Depreciation and amortization 
Property operating expenses, other operating and real estate 
taxes 
General and administrative expenses 
Operating income 
Gain on disposition of properties 
Interest income 
Equity in earnings of unconsolidated affiliates 
      inclusive of gains on disposition of properties (a) 
Interest expense 
Income tax benefit 
Net income 
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests 
Net income attributable to Acadia 

   $ 

150,211       $ 
(54,582 )       

39,728       $ 
(15,429 )       

—       $ 
—          

—       $ 
—          

(39,598 )       
—          
56,031          
—          
—          

(17,793 )       
—          
6,506          
81,965          
—          

3,774          
(27,435 )       
—          
32,370          
(3,411 )       
28,959       $ 

35,675          
(7,210 )       
—          
116,936          
(58,405 )       
58,531       $ 

—          
—          
—          
—          
25,829          

—          
—          
—          
25,829          
—          
25,829       $ 

—          
(40,648 )       
(40,648 )       
—          
—          

—          
—          
105          
(40,543 )       
—          
(40,543 )    $ 

   $ 

Total 
189,939    
(70,011 ) 

(57,391 ) 
(40,648 ) 
21,889    
81,965    
25,829    

39,449    
(34,645 ) 
105    
134,592    
(61,816 ) 
72,776    

Real estate at cost 
Total assets 
Cash paid for acquisition of real estate 
Cash paid for development and property improvement costs 

   $  1,982,763       $  1,399,237       $ 
   $  2,271,620       $  1,448,177       $ 
171,764       $ 
   $ 
136,000       $ 
   $ 

323,880       $ 
13,434       $ 

—       $ 
276,163       $ 
—       $ 
—       $ 

—       $  3,382,000    
—       $  3,995,960    
495,644    
—       $ 
149,434   
—       $ 

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(a)  Equity in earnings of unconsolidated affiliates for the Core segment includes $5.8 million, $1.9 million and $0.9 million related to one unconsolidated affiliate, Town 
Center, for the years ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016, respectively. During 2017 and 2018, the Company increased its ownership in its Town Center investment 
from 22.22% to 75.22% (Note 4). Effective in 2018, the Company consolidated a property association entity that incurs all property-related costs associated with Town 
Center. Such costs aggregated $0.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2018 and are included in depreciation and amortization and property operating expenses 
other operating and real estate taxes within the Core segment.   

13. Share Incentive and Other Compensation 

Share Incentive Plan 

The Second Amended and Restated 2006 Incentive Plan (the “Share Incentive Plan”) authorizes the Company to issue options, Restricted Shares, 
LTIP Units and other securities (collectively “Awards”) to, among others, the Company’s officers, trustees and employees. At  December 31, 
2018 a total of 1,176,340 shares remained available to be issued under the Share Incentive Plan.   

Restricted Shares and LTIP Units 

During  the  year  ended  December 31,  2018,  the  Company  issued  381,821  LTIP  Units  and  5,767  Restricted  Share  Units  to  employees  of  the 
Company pursuant to the Share Incentive Plan. The fair value of the Restricted Share Units and LTIP Units as of the grant date was $10.4 million. 
Certain of these equity awards were granted in performance-based Restricted Share Units or LTIP Units to market conditions as described below 
(“2018 Performance Shares”). These awards were measured at their fair value on the grant date, incorporating the following factors: 

•  A portion of these annual equity award is granted in performance-based Restricted Share Units or LTIP Units that may be earned based 

• 

on the Company’s attainment of specified relative total shareholder returns (“Relative TSR”) hurdles. 
In the event the Relative TSR percentile falls between the 25th percentile and the 50th percentile, Relative TSR vesting percentage is 
determined using a straight-line linear interpolation between 50% and 100% and in the  event that the Relative TSR  percentile falls 
between  the  50th percentile  and  75th percentile,  the  Relative  TSR  vesting  percentage  is  determined  using  a  straight-line  linear 
interpolation between 100% and 200%. 

•  Two-thirds (2/3) of the performance-based LTIP Units will vest based on the Company’s total shareholder return (“TSR”) for the three 
-year forward-looking performance period ending December 31, 2020 relative to the constituents of the SNL U.S. REIT Retail Shopping 
Center Index and one-third (1/3) on the Company’s TSR for the three-year forward-looking performance period as compared to the 
constituents of the SNL U.S. REIT Retail Index (both on a non-weighted basis). 
If the Company’s performance fails to achieve the aforementioned hurdles at the culmination of the three-year performance period, all 
performance-based shares will be forfeited. Any earned performance-based shares vest 60% at the end of the performance period, with 
the remaining 40% of shares vesting ratably over the next two years. 

• 

For valuation of the 2018 Performance Shares, a Monte Carlo simulation was used to estimate the fair values based on probability of satisfying 
the market conditions and the projected share prices at the time of payments, discounted to the valuation dates over the three-year performance 
periods. The assumptions include volatility (18.0%) and risk-free interest rates (2.4%).   

Total long-term incentive compensation expense, including the expense related to the Share Incentive Plan, was $8.4 million each for the years 
ended December 31, 2018 and 2017, respectively and is recorded in General and Administrative in the Consolidated Statements of Income. 

In addition, during the quarter ended December 31, 2018, in connection with the retirement of an executive, an additional 26,632 LTIP Units 
were issued. The value of these LTIP Units was $0.6 million and was recognized as compensation expense in 2018. Also, in connection with this 
retirement, the Company recognized $1.7 million as compensation expense relating to the acceleration of previously granted LTIP Units. 

In addition, members of the Board of Trustees (the “Board”) have been issued shares and units under the Share Incentive Plan. During 2018, the 
Company issued 17,427 LTIP Units and 17,050 Restricted Shares to Trustees of the Company in connection with Trustee fees. Vesting with 
respect to 8,949 of the LTIP Units and 5,181 of the Restricted Shares will be on the first anniversary of the date of issuance and 8,478 of the 
LTIP Units and 11,869 of the Restricted Shares vest over three years with 33% vesting on each of the next three anniversaries of the issuance 
date. The Restricted Shares do not carry voting rights or other rights of Common Shares until vesting and may not be transferred, assigned or 
pledged until the recipients have a vested non-forfeitable right to such shares. Dividends are not paid currently on unvested Restricted Shares, 
but are paid cumulatively from the issuance date through the applicable vesting date of such Restricted Shares. Total trustee fee expense, including 
the expense related to the Share Incentive Plan, was $1.3 million and $1.2 million for the years ended December 31, 2018 and 2017, respectively. 

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In  2009,  the  Company  adopted  the  Long-Term  Investment  Alignment  Program  (the  “Program”)  pursuant  to  which  the  Company  may  grant 
awards to employees, entitling them to receive up to 25% of any potential future payments of Promote to the Operating Partnership from Funds 
III  and  IV. The  Company  has  granted  such  awards  to  employees  representing  25%  of  the  potential  Promote  payments  from  Fund  III  to  the 
Operating Partnership and 22.8% of the potential Promote payments from Fund IV to the Operating Partnership. Payments to senior executives 
under the Program require further Board approval at the time any potential payments are due pursuant to these grants. Compensation relating to 
these awards will be recognized in each reporting period in which Board approval is granted. 

As payments to other employees are not subject to further Board approval, compensation relating to these awards will be recorded based on the 
estimated fair value at each reporting period in accordance with ASC Topic 718, Compensation– Stock Compensation. The awards in connection 
with Fund IV were determined to have no intrinsic value as of December 31, 2018. 

Compensation  expense  of  $0  and  $0.6  million  was  recognized  for  the  year  ended  December 31,  2018  and  2017,  respectively,  related  to  the 
Program in connection with Fund III. 

A summary of the status of the Company’s unvested Restricted Shares and LTIP Units is presented below: 

Unvested Restricted Shares and LTIP Units 
Unvested at January 1, 2016 
Granted 
Vested 
Forfeited 
Unvested at December 31, 2016 
Granted 
Vested 
Forfeited 
Unvested at December 31, 2017 
Granted 
Vested 
Forfeited 
Unvested at December 31, 2018 

Common 
Restricted 
Shares 

Weighted 
Grant-Date 
Fair Value         LTIP Units        

49,899    
21,675    
(24,886 ) 
(189 ) 
46,499    
19,442    
(23,430 ) 
(1,184 ) 
41,327    
22,817    
(25,261 ) 
(428 ) 
38,455    

   $ 

   $ 

   $ 

25.90          
33.35          
29.17          
35.37          
27.58          
29.85          
30.47          
32.65          
26.92          
23.65          
30.79          
27.25          
22.44          

1,020,121    
359,484    
(522,680 ) 
(48 ) 
856,877    
310,551    
(257,124 ) 
(205 ) 
910,099    
425,880    
(431,827 ) 
(12,266 ) 
891,886    

   $ 

   $ 

Weighted 
Grant-Date 
Fair Value     
23.92    
34.40    
26.08    
35.37    
26.99    
31.80    
28.27    
32.49    
28.28    
26.80    
29.72    
28.57    
26.87   

   $ 

The weighted-average grant date fair value for Restricted Shares and LTIP Units granted for the years ended December 31, 2018 and 2017 were 
$26.64 and $31.69, respectively. As of December 31, 2018, there was $14.1 million of total unrecognized compensation cost related to unvested 
share-based compensation arrangements granted under the Share Incentive Plan. That cost is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average 
period of 1.6 years. The total fair value of Restricted Shares that vested for the years ended December 31, 2018 and 2017, was $0.8 million and 
$0.7 million, respectively. The total fair value of LTIP Units that vested during the years ended December 31, 2018 and 2017, was $12.8 million 
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Other Plans 

On a combined basis, the Company incurred a total of $0.3 million, $0.2 million and $0.2 million related to the following employee benefit 
plans for each of the years ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016, respectively: 

Employee Share Purchase Plan 

The Acadia Realty Trust Employee Share Purchase Plan (the “Purchase Plan”), allows eligible employees of the Company to purchase Common 
Shares through payroll deductions. The Purchase Plan provides for employees to purchase Common Shares on a quarterly basis at a 15% discount 
to the closing price of the Company’s Common Shares on either the first day or the last day of the quarter, whichever is lower. A participant may 
not purchase more the $25,000 in Common Shares per year. Compensation expense will be recognized by the Company to the extent of the above 
discount to the closing price of the Common Shares with respect to the applicable quarter. A total of  3,495 and 4,514 Common Shares were 
purchased by employees under the Purchase Plan for the year ended December 31, 2018 and 2017, respectively. 

Deferred Share Plan 

During  2006,  the  Company  adopted  a  Trustee  Deferral  and  Distribution  Election,  under  which  the  participating  Trustees  earn  deferred 
compensation. 

Employee 401(k) Plan 

The Company maintains a 401(k) plan for employees under which the Company currently matches 50% of a plan participant’s contribution up 
to 6% of the employee’s annual salary. A plan participant may contribute up to a maximum of 15% of their compensation, up to $18,500, for the 
year ended December 31, 2018. 

14. Federal Income Taxes 

The Company has elected to qualify as a REIT in accordance with Sections 856 through 860 of the Code, and intends at all times to qualify as a 
REIT under the Code. To qualify as a REIT, the  Company  must  meet a number of organizational and operational requirements, including a 
requirement that it currently distribute at least 90% of its annual REIT taxable income to its shareholders. As a REIT, the Company generally 
will not be subject to corporate Federal income tax, provided that distributions to its shareholders equal at least the amount of its REIT taxable 
income as defined under the Code. As the Company distributed sufficient taxable income for the years ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016, 
no U.S. Federal income or excise taxes were incurred. If the Company fails to qualify as a REIT in any taxable year, it will be subject to Federal 
income taxes at the regular corporate rates (including any applicable alternative minimum tax) and may not be able to qualify as a REIT for the 
four subsequent taxable years. Even though the Company qualifies for taxation as a REIT, the Company is subject to certain state and local taxes 
on its income and property and Federal income and excise taxes on any undistributed taxable income. In addition, taxable income from non-
REIT activities managed through the Company’s TRS’s is subject to Federal, state and local income taxes. No more than 20% of the value of 
our total assets may consist of the securities of one or more taxable REIT subsidiaries. 

In the normal course of business, the Company or one or more of its subsidiaries is subject to examination by Federal, state and local jurisdictions 
as well as certain jurisdictions outside the United States, in which it operates, where applicable. The Company expects to recognize interest and 
penalties related to uncertain tax positions, if any, as income tax expense. For the three years ended December 31, 2018, the Company recognized 
no material adjustments regarding its tax accounting treatment for uncertain tax provisions. As of December 31, 2018, the tax years that remain 
subject to examination by the major tax jurisdictions under applicable statutes of limitations are generally the year 2015 and forward. 

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Reconciliation of Net Income to Taxable Income 

Reconciliation of GAAP net income attributable to Acadia to taxable income is as follows: 

(in thousands) 
Net income attributable to Acadia 
Deferred cancellation of indebtedness income 
Deferred rental and other income (a) 
Book/tax difference - depreciation and amortization (a) 
Straight-line rent and above- and below-market rent adjustments (a) 
Book/tax differences - equity-based compensation 
Joint venture equity in earnings, net (a) 
Impairment charges and reserves 
Acquisition costs (a) 
Gains 
Book/tax differences - miscellaneous 
Taxable income 
Distributions declared 

Year Ended December 31, 
2017 

2018 

2016 

    $ 

    $ 
    $ 

31,439        $ 
2,050           
1,222           
23,166           
(12,129 )        
6,042           
13,905           
—           
326           
—           
(2,821 )        
63,200        $ 
89,122        $ 

61,470        $ 
2,050           
(934 )        
21,334           
(10,559 )        
5,325           
9,114           
—           
1,135           
(5,181 )        
930           
84,684        $ 
87,848        $ 

72,776    
2,050    
1,610    
15,189    
(7,882 ) 
10,307    
(2,011 ) 
769    
5,116    
—    
(4,924 ) 
93,000    
91,053   

(a)  Adjustments from certain subsidiaries and affiliates, which are consolidated for financial reporting but not for tax reporting, are included in the reconciliation item “Joint 

venture equity in earnings, net.” 

Characterization of Distributions 

The Company has determined that the cash distributed to the shareholders for the periods presented is characterized as follows for Federal income 
tax purposes: 

Ordinary income - Non-Section 199A 
Ordinary income - Section 199A 
Qualified dividend 
Capital gain 
Total (b) 

2018 

Year Ended December 31, 
2017 

2016 

   Per Share        % 

       Per Share        % 

       Per Share        % 

—          
0.87          
—          
—          
0.87           

   $ 

   $ 

— %    $ 
100 %       
— %       
— %       
100 %    $ 

0.82          
—          
—          
0.23          
1.05          

78 %    $ 
— %       
— %       
22 %       
100 %    $ 

0.77          
—          
—          
0.39          
1.16          

66 % 
— % 
— % 
34 % 
100 % 

(b)  The fourth quarter 2018 regular dividend was $0.28 per common share of which approximately $0.06 was allocable to 2018 and approximately $0.22 is allocable to 2019. 

Taxable REIT Subsidiaries 

Income taxes have been provided for using the liability method as required by ASC Topic 740, “Income Taxes.” The Company’s TRS income 
and provision for income taxes associated with the TRS for the periods presented are summarized as follows (in thousands): 

TRS loss before income taxes 
(Provision) benefit for income taxes: 

Federal 
State and local 

TRS net loss before noncontrolling interests 
Noncontrolling interests 
TRS net loss 

2018 

Year Ended December 31, 
2017 

2016 

    $ 

(2,609 )     $ 

(3,604 )     $ 

(1,583 ) 

(377 )        
26           
(2,960 )        
4           
(2,956 )     $ 

(982 )        
423           
(4,163 )        
8           
(4,155 )     $ 

378    
97    
(1,108 ) 
(9 ) 
(1,117 ) 

    $ 

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The income tax provision for the Company differs from the amount computed by applying the statutory Federal income tax rate to income before 
income taxes as follows. Amounts are not adjusted for temporary book/tax differences (in thousands): 

Federal tax benefit at statutory tax rate 

TRS state and local taxes, net of Federal benefit 
Tax effect of: 

Permanent differences, net 
Prior year over-accrual, net 
Effect of Tax Cuts and Jobs Act 
Other 
REIT state and local income and franchise taxes 
Total provision (benefit) for income taxes 

Year Ended December 31, 
2017 

2018 

2016 

(548 )     $ 
(165 )        

951           
—           
—           
172           
524           
934        $ 

(1,225 )     $ 
(190 )        

1,131           
(1,541 )        
1,982           
404           
443           
1,004        $ 

(538 ) 
(84 ) 

1,663    
—    
—    
(1,516 ) 
370    
(105 ) 

    $ 

    $ 

As of December 31, 2018, and 2017, the Company’s deferred tax assets (net of applicable reserves) in its taxable REIT subsidiaries consisted of 
the following: additional tax basis in RCP investments of $0 and $1.0 million, capital loss carryovers of $0.1 million and $0 and net operating 
loss carryovers of $2.0 million and $1.1 million, respectively. 

15. Earnings Per Common Share 

Basic earnings per Common Share is computed by dividing net income attributable to Common Shareholders by the weighted average Common 
Shares outstanding (Note 10). During the periods presented, the Company had unvested LTIP Units which provide for non-forfeitable rights to 
dividend equivalent payments. Accordingly, these unvested LTIP Units are considered participating securities and are included in the computation 
of basic earnings per Common Share pursuant to the two-class method. 

Diluted  earnings  per  Common  Share  reflects  the  potential  dilution  of  the  conversion  of  obligations  and  the  assumed  exercises  of  securities 
including the effects of restricted share units (“Restricted Share Units”) issued under the Company’s Share Incentive Plans (Note 13). The effect 
of such shares is excluded from the calculation of earnings per share when anti-dilutive as indicated in the table below. 

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The  effect  of  the  conversion  of  Common  OP  Units  is  not  reflected  in  the  computation  of  basic  and  diluted  earnings  per  share,  as  they  are 
exchangeable for Common Shares on a one-for-one basis. The income allocable to such units is allocated on this same basis and reflected as 
noncontrolling interests in the accompanying consolidated financial statements. As such, the assumed conversion of these units would have no 
net impact on the determination of diluted earnings per share. 

(dollars in thousands) 
Numerator: 
Net income attributable to Acadia 
Less: net income attributable to participating securities 
Income from continuing operations net of income attributable to participating 
securities 

$ 

$ 

Year Ended December 31, 
2017 

2016 

2018 

31,439        $ 
(267 )        

61,470    
(642 ) 

   $ 

72,776    
(793 ) 

31,172        $ 

60,828    

   $ 

71,983    

Denominator: 
Weighted average shares for basic earnings per share 
Effect of dilutive securities: 
Employee unvested restricted shares 
Denominator for diluted earnings per share 

82,080,159           

83,682,789    

76,231,000    

—           
82,080,159           

2,682    
83,685,471    

12,550    
76,243,550    

Basic and diluted earnings per Common Share from continuing operations attributable 
to Acadia 

$ 

0.38        $ 

0.73    

   $ 

0.94    

Anti-Dilutive Shares Excluded from Denominator: 
Series A Preferred OP Units 
Series A Preferred OP Units - Common share equivalent 

Series C Preferred OP Units 
Series C Preferred OP Units - Common share equivalent 
Restricted shares 

16. Summary of Quarterly Financial Information (Unaudited) 

188           
25,067           

188           
25,067           

188    
25,067    

136,593           
474,278           
36,879           

136,593           
479,978           
41,299           

141,593    
410,207    
50,156   

The quarterly results of operations of the Company for the years ended December 31, 2018 and 2017 are as follows (in thousands, except per 
share amounts): 

Three Months Ended (a) 

Revenues 
Net loss 
Net loss attributable to 
      noncontrolling interests 
Net income attributable to Acadia 

Earnings per share attributable to Acadia: 
Basic 
Diluted 

Weighted average number of shares: 
Basic 
Diluted 

    March 31, 2018         June 30, 2018 
63,124       $ 
   $ 
(4,160 )       

63,569       $ 
(2,270 )       

66,075       $ 
(2,597 )       

September 30, 
2018 

December 31, 
2018 

11,579          
7,419          

9,935          
7,665          

11,822          
9,225          

69,445    
(6,671 ) 

13,801    
7,130    

   $ 

0.09       $ 
0.09          

0.09       $ 
0.09          

0.11       $ 
0.11          

0.09    
0.09    

83,434          
83,438          

81,756          
81,756          

81,566          
81,566          

81,591    
81,591    

Cash dividends declared per Common Share 

   $ 

0.27       $ 

0.27       $ 

0.27       $ 

0.28   

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(a)  The three months ended September 30, 2018 includes an aggregate $5.1 million gain on the sales of two consolidated Fund IV properties (Note 2), of which $3.9 million was 

attributable to noncontrolling interests. 

Three Months Ended (a, b, c, d) 

Revenues 
Net income 
Net (income) loss attributable to 
      noncontrolling interests 
Net income attributable to Acadia 
Earnings per share attributable to Acadia: 
Basic 
Diluted 

Weighted average number of shares: 
Basic 
Diluted 

    March 31, 2017         June 30, 2017 
61,999       $ 
   $ 
19,971          

59,504       $ 
6,108          

62,678       $ 
13,285          

September 30, 
2017 

December 31, 
2017 

(4,340 )       
15,631          

5,952          
12,060          

(418 )       
12,867          

66,081    
24,944    

(4,032 ) 
20,912    

   $ 

0.18       $ 
0.18          

0.14       $ 
0.14          

0.15       $ 
0.15          

0.25    
0.25    

83,635          
83,646          

83,662          
83,662          

83,700          
83,700          

83,733    
83,733    

Cash dividends declared per Common Share 

   $ 

0.26       $ 

0.26       $ 

0.26       $ 

0.27   

(a)  The three months ended March 31, 2017 includes the Company’s $2.7 million proportionate share of aggregate gains of $14.5 million on the sales of two unconsolidated 

properties (Note 4). 

(b)  The three months ended June 30, 2017 includes the Company’s $0.8 million proportionate share of a $3.3 million gain on sale of an unconsolidated property (Note 4). 
(c)  The three months ended September 30, 2017 includes an aggregate $13.0 million gain on the sales of two consolidated properties (Note 2), of which $10.7 million was 
attributable to noncontrolling interests as well as an impairment charge of $3.8 million, inclusive of an amount attributable to a noncontrolling interest of $2.7 million (Note 
8).   

(d)  The three months ended December 31, 2017 includes a $5.6 million gain on change in control of interests (Note 4), an aggregate $35.9 million gain on the sales of three 
consolidated properties (Note 2), of which $26.7 million was attributable to noncontrolling interests; and an impairment charge of $10.6 million, of which $7.6 million was 
attributable to noncontrolling interests (Note 8). 

17. Subsequent Events 

Capital Called 

Effective January 9, 2019, Fund V called capital of $33.2 million of which the Company’s share was $6.7 million. 

Financing and Hedging Transactions 

On January 4, 2019, the Company entered into $100.0 million notional amounts of 10-year interest rate swaps at a fixed rate of approximately 
2.6%.   

On January 11, 2019, Fund V obtained a mortgage for its Elk Grove Commons property in the amount of $41.5 million, and also entered into a 
swap to fix the rate.   

Acquisition and Disposition 

On January 23, 2019, Fund III sold its 3104 M Street property for $10.5 million to an unconsolidated venture in which the Company holds a 20% 
interest, referred to as the Renaissance Portfolio (Note 4). In addition, the Renaissance Portfolio venture assumed the related Fund III mortgage 
of $4.7 million.     

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SCHEDULE II - VALUATION AND QUALIFYING ACCOUNTS 

Balance at 
Beginning 
of 
Year 

Charged to 
Expenses        

Adjustments 
to Valuation 
Accounts 

      Deductions       

Balance at 
End of 
Year 

Year Ended December 31, 2018: 
Allowance for deferred tax asset 
Allowance for uncollectible accounts 
Allowance for notes receivable 
Year Ended December 31, 2017: 
Allowance for deferred tax asset 
Allowance for uncollectible accounts 
Allowance for notes receivable 
Year Ended December 31, 2016: 
Allowance for deferred tax asset 
Allowance for uncollectible accounts 
Allowance for notes receivable 

   $ 

   $ 

   $ 

1,530       $ 
5,920          
—          

859       $ 
5,720          
—          

—       $ 
7,451          
—          

—       $ 
2,532          
—          

—       $ 
(531 )       
—          

(1,530 )    $ 
—          
—          

—       $ 
200          
—          

—       $ 
—          
—          

671       $ 
—          
—          

859       $ 
—          
—          

—       $ 
—          
—          

—       $ 
(1,731 )       
—          

—    
7,921    
—    

1,530    
5,920    
—    

859    
5,720    
—   

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SCHEDULE III - REAL ESTATE AND ACCUMULATED DEPRECIATION 

Initial Cost 
to Company 

Amount at Which 
Carried at December 31, 2018 

Encumbrances 

       Land 

Increase 
(Decrease) 
in Net 

Buildings & 
Improvements       

Investments        Land 

Buildings & 
Improvements       

Total 

Accumulated 
Depreciation       

Date of 
Acquisition (a) 
Construction (c)    

Life on 
which 
Depreciation 
in Latest 
Statement of 
Income is 
Compared 

    $                            —       $  1,147       $ 

7,425       $ 

3,222       $  1,147       $ 

10,647       $ 

11,794       $ 

8,112       

1993 (a)    

40 years 

—          

505          

4,161          

13,965          

505          

18,126          

18,631          

14,890       

1993 (a)    

40 years 

—          

—          

3,396          

—          

—          

3,396          

3,396          

2,981       

1993 (c)    

40 years 

—          

190          

3,004          

2,809          

190          

5,813          

6,003          

5,227       

1993 (c)    

40 years 

—           1,664          

—          

12,490           1,664          

12,490          

14,154          

9,813       

1994 (c)    

40 years 

—          

799          

3,197          

2,876          

799          

6,073          

6,872          

4,016       

1998 (a)    

40 years 

—           3,207          

13,774          

25,803           3,207          

39,577          

42,784          

23,366       

1998 (a)    

40 years 

—           3,248          

12,992          

15,738           3,798          

28,180          

31,978          

19,867       

1998 (a)    

40 years 

—           4,288          

17,152          

5,726           4,288          

22,878          

27,166          

13,173       

1998 (a)    

40 years 

—           2,573          

10,294          

4,920           2,577          

15,210          

17,787          

8,603       

1998 (a)    

40 years 

27,000           1,817          

15,846          

1,086           1,817          

16,932          

18,749          

8,285       

1998 (a)    

40 years 

—           1,793          

7,172          

4,069           1,793          

11,241          

13,034          

5,431       

1998 (a)    

40 years 

—           3,229          

12,917          

4,597           3,229          

17,514          

20,743          

9,918       

1998 (a)    

40 years 

—          

878          

3,510          

7,736          

907          

11,217          

12,124          

9,206       

1998 (a)    

40 years 

—           3,156          

12,545          

16,119           3,401          

28,419          

31,820          

12,757       

1998 (a)    

40 years 

—          

956          

3,826          

1,484          

961          

5,305          

6,266          

2,683       

1998 (a)    

40 years 

—           1,273          

5,091          

12,413           1,273          

17,504          

18,777          

10,169       

1999 (a)    

40 years 

—           2,350          

9,404          

2,173           2,350          

11,577          

13,927          

5,955       

1999 (a)    

40 years 

—           1,475          

5,899          

3,743           1,475          

9,642          

11,117          

5,439       

1999 (a)    

40 years 

26,250           5,063          

15,252          

2,495           5,201          

17,609          

22,810          

7,199       

2003 (a)    

40 years 

—           1,691          

5,803          

1,190           1,691          

6,993          

8,684          

3,250       

2005 (c)    

40 years 

—          

—          

11,909          

2,632          

—          

14,541          

14,541          

7,319       

2005 (a)    

40 years 

—           8,289          

5,691          

4,509           8,289          

10,200          

18,489          

4,447       

2006 (a)    

40 years 

—           11,108          

8,038          

4,788           11,855          

12,079          

23,934          

3,085       

2006 (a)    

40 years 

—           3,380          

13,499          

—           3,380          

13,499          

16,879          

4,496       

2007 (a)    

40 years 

—           16,699          

18,704          

1,234           16,699          

19,938          

36,637          

6,184       

2007 (a)    

40 years 

—           3,048          

7,281          

6,133           3,048          

13,414          

16,462          

2,855       

2008 (a)    

40 years 

—           8,576          

17,256          

8           8,576          

17,264          

25,840          

3,273       

2011 (a)    

40 years 

101 

Center Smithtown, NY        

Description and 
Location 
Core Portfolio: 
Crescent Plaza 
Brockton, MA 
New Loudon Center 
Latham, NY 
Mark Plaza 
Edwardsville, PA 
Plaza 422 
Lebanon, PA 
Route 6 Mall 
Honesdale, PA 
Abington Towne Center 
Abington, PA 
Bloomfield Town Square 
Bloomfield Hills, MI 
Elmwood Park Shopping 
Center 
Elmwood Park, NJ 
Merrillville Plaza 
Hobart, IN 
Marketplace of Absecon 
Absecon, NJ 
239 Greenwich Avenue 
Greenwich, CT 
Hobson West Plaza 
Naperville, IL 
Village Commons 
Shopping 

Town Line Plaza 
Rocky Hill, CT 
Branch Shopping Center 
Smithtown, NY 
Methuen Shopping 
Center 
Methuen, MA 
The Gateway Shopping 
Center South Burlington, 
VT 
Mad River Station 
Dayton, OH 
Pacesetter Park Shopping 
Center Ramapo, NY 
Brandywine Holdings 
Wilmington, DE 
Bartow Avenue 
Bronx, NY 
Amboy Road 
Staten Island, NY 
Chestnut Hill 
Philadelphia, PA 
2914 Third Avenue 
Bronx, NY 
West Shore Expressway 
Staten Island, NY 
West 54th Street 
Manhattan, NY 
5-7 East 17th Street 
Manhattan, NY 
651-671 W Diversey 
Chicago, IL 

 
 
      
   
      
             
      
         
   
      
   
   
   
   
   
      
      
      
   
      
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
         
      
   
   
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
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SCHEDULE III - REAL ESTATE AND ACCUMULATED DEPRECIATION 

Initial Cost 
to Company 

Amount at Which 
Carried at December 31, 2018 

Encumbrances 

       Land 

Increase 
(Decrease) 
in Net 

Buildings & 
Improvements       

Investments        Land 

Buildings & 
Improvements       

Total 

Accumulated 
Depreciation       

Date of 
Acquisition (a) 
Construction (c)    

Life on 
which 
Depreciation 
in Latest 
Statement of 
Income is 
Compared 

—           1,887          

2,483          

—           1,887          

2,483          

4,370          

466       

2011 (a)    

40 years 

—           1,581          

5,054          

—           1,581          

5,054          

6,635          

927       

2011 (a)    

40 years 

—           27,588          

52,274          

14,804           27,626          

67,040          

94,666          

13,063       

2012 (a)    

40 years 

—           2,110          

1,306          

290           2,110          

1,596          

3,706          

243       

2012 (a)    

40 years 

11,396           8,404          

14,235          

—           8,404          

14,235          

22,639          

2,547       

2012 (a)    

40 years 

—           7,458          

15,968          

1,924           7,458          

17,892          

25,350          

3,314       

2012 (a)    

40 years 

—           4,933          

14,587          

—           4,933          

14,587          

19,520          

2,461       

2012 (a)    

40 years 

13,918           6,220          

24,416          

—           6,220          

24,416          

30,636          

4,215       

2012 (a)    

40 years 

—           1,908          

12,158          

407           1,908          

12,565          

14,473          

1,943       

2012 (a)    

40 years 

—           1,754          

9,200          

—           1,754          

9,200          

10,954          

1,495       

2012 (a)    

40 years 

7,266           3,609          

10,790          

—           3,609          

10,790          

14,399          

1,859       

2012 (a)    

40 years 

—           11,690          

10,135          

1,014           11,690          

11,149          

22,839          

1,863       

2012 (a)    

40 years 

—           4,429          

6,102          

916           4,429          

7,018          

11,447          

1,283       

2012 (a)    

40 years 

—           15,240          

65,331          

—           15,240          

65,331          

80,571          

9,601       

2013 (a)    

40 years 

—           5,398          

15,601          

977           5,398          

16,578          

21,976          

2,394       

2013 (a)    

40 years 

—           6,899          

4,249          

168           6,899          

4,417          

11,316          

693       

2013 (a)    

40 years 

—           3,519          

9,247          

5           3,519          

9,252          

12,771          

1,174       

2013 (a)    

40 years 

—          

—          

5,516          

—          

—          

5,516          

5,516          

1,116       

2013 (a)    

40 years 

—          

—          

32,819          

1,116          

—          

33,935          

33,935          

2,798       

2013 (a)    

40 years 

—           16,744          

28,346          

192           16,744          

28,538          

45,282          

3,648       

2014 (a)    

40 years 

—           4,578          

2,645          

706           4,578          

3,351          

7,929          

371       

2014 (a)    

40 years 

—           1,893          

11,594          

23           1,893          

11,617          

13,510          

1,396       

2014 (a)    

40 years 

—           8,544          

27,001          

—           8,544          

27,001          

35,545          

3,184       

2014 (a)    

40 years 

—           6,613          

10,419          

248           6,613          

10,667          

17,280          

1,299       

2014 (a)    

40 years 

—           10,175          

12,641          

544           10,175          

13,185          

23,360          

1,647       

2014 (a)    

40 years 

—           12,425          

32,730          

4,102           13,763          

35,494          

49,257          

4,245       

2014 (a)    

40 years 

—          

—          

57,536          

242          

—          

57,778          

57,778          

11,605       

2014 (a)    

40 years 

—           20,264          

33,131          

1,965           20,264          

35,096          

55,360          

3,651       

2014 (a)    

40 years 

102 

Description and 
Location 
15 Mercer Street 
New York, NY 
4401 White Plains 
Bronx, NY 
Chicago Street Retail 
Portfolio 
Chicago, IL 
1520 Milwaukee Avenue 
Chicago, IL 
330-340 River Street 
Cambridge, MA 
Rhode Island Place 
Shopping 

Center Washington, D.C.       

930 Rush Street 
Chicago, IL 
28 Jericho Turnpike 
Westbury, NY 
181 Main Street 
Westport, CT 
83 Spring Street 
Manhattan, NY 
60 Orange Street 
Bloomfield, NJ 
179-53 & 1801-03 
Connecticut 
Avenue Washington, 
D.C. 
639 West Diversey 
Chicago, IL 
664 North Michigan 
Chicago, IL 
8-12 E. Walton 
Chicago, IL 
3200-3204 M Street 
Washington, DC 
868 Broadway 
Manhattan, NY 
313-315 Bowery 
Manhattan, NY 
120 West Broadway 
Manhattan, NY 
11 E. Walton 
Chicago, IL 
61 Main Street 
Westport, CT 
865 W. North Avenue 
Chicago, IL 
152-154 Spring St. 
Manhattan, NY 
2520 Flatbush Ave 
Brooklyn, NY 
252-256 Greenwich 
Avenue 
Greenwich, CT 
Bedford Green 
Bedford Hills, NY 
131-135 Prince Street 
Manhattan, NY 
Shops at Grand Ave 
Queens, NY 

 
 
      
   
      
             
      
         
   
      
   
   
   
   
   
      
      
      
   
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
ACADIA REALTY TRUST 
SCHEDULE III - REAL ESTATE AND ACCUMULATED DEPRECIATION 

Initial Cost 
to Company 

Amount at Which 
Carried at December 31, 2018 

Encumbrances 

       Land 

Increase 
(Decrease) 
in Net 

Buildings & 
Improvements       

Investments        Land 

Buildings & 
Improvements       

Total 

Accumulated 
Depreciation       

Date of 
Acquisition (a) 
Construction (c)    

Life on 
which 
Depreciation 
in Latest 
Statement of 
Income is 
Compared 

—           4,550          

4,459          

105           4,550          

4,564          

9,114          

536       

2014 (a)    

40 years 

—           36,063          

109,098          

16,814           36,063          

125,912          

161,975          

10,585       

2015 (a)    

40 years 

8,852           12,679          

11,213          

—           12,679          

11,213          

23,892          

1,198       

2015 (a)    

40 years 

—           4,838          

14,574          

13           4,838          

14,587          

19,425          

1,223       

2015 (a)    

40 years 

—          

—          

6,346          

501          

—          

6,847          

6,847          

673       

2015 (a)    

40 years 

—          

—          

76,965          

1,506          

—          

78,471          

78,471          

4,413       

2016 (a)    

40 years 

—           1,918          

3,980          

—           1,918          

3,980          

5,898          

265       

2016 (a)    

40 years 

2,728           2,739          

2,746          

—           2,739          

2,746          

5,485          

175       

2016 (a)    

40 years 

24,439           3,907          

70,943          

20           3,907          

70,963          

74,870          

4,138       

2016 (a)    

40 years 

13,882           1,941          

25,529          

—           1,941          

25,529          

27,470          

1,542       

2016 (a)    

40 years 

12,555           18,731          

16,292          

52           18,731          

16,344          

35,075          

989       

2016 (a)    

40 years 

50,000           13,443          

137,327          

419           13,443          

137,746          

151,189          

8,052       

2016 (a)    

40 years 

2,566           6,770          

2,292          

2           6,770          

2,294          

9,064          

148       

2016 (a)    

40 years 

60,000           75,591          

73,268          

1           75,591          

73,269          

148,860          

4,000       

2016 (a)    

40 years 

—           8,100          

31,221          

228           8,100          

31,449          

39,549          

937       

2017 (a)    

40 years 

—          

100          

—          

—          

100          

—          

100          

—       

224,587          

—          

100,316           468,337          

—          

568,653          

568,653          

29,640       

2007 (c)    

40 years 

—           9,040          

3,654          

3,497           9,040          

7,151          

16,191          

1,209       

2011 (a)    

40 years 

49,470           12,503          

19,960          

14,304           12,503          

34,264          

46,767          

5,798       

2012 (a)    

40 years 

26,000            11,000          

—          

64,870           12,750          

63,120          

75,870          

415       

2012 (c)    

40 years 

4,531          

750          

2,115          

5,162          

750          

7,277          

8,027          

566       

2013 (c)    

40 years 

10,097           6,229          

11,216          

6,365           6,229          

17,581          

23,810          

2,857       

2013 (a)    

40 years 

—           1,875          

5,625          

6,021           1,875          

11,646          

13,521          

26       

2012 (c)    

40 years 

17,627           11,052          

7,037          

11,934           11,052          

18,971          

30,023          

2,836       

2013 (a)    

40 years 

14,100           2,314          

17,067          

5,362           2,314          

22,429          

24,743          

2,473       

2013 (a)    

40 years 

—           4,813          

14,438          

7,100           4,813          

21,538          

26,351          

666       

2014 (c)    

40 years 

18,906           7,391          

20,176          

280           7,391          

20,456          

27,847          

2,211       

2014 (a)    

40 years 

38,434           12,759          

37,431          

5,386           14,099          

41,477          

55,576          

4,222       

2015 (a)    

40 years 

103 

Description and 
Location 

201 Needham Street 
Newton, MA 
City Center 
San Francisco, CA 
163 Highland Avenue 
Needham, MA 
Roosevelt Galleria 
Chicago, IL 
Route 202 Shopping 
Center 
Wilmington, DE 
991 Madison Avenue 
New York, NY 
165 Newbury Street 
Boston, MA 
Concord & Milwaukee 
Chicago, IL 
State & Washington 
Chicago, IL 
151 N. State Street 
Chicago, IL 
North & Kingsbury 
Chicago, IL 
Sullivan Center 
Chicago, IL 
California & Armitage 
Chicago, IL 
555 9th Street 
San Francisco, CA 
Market Square 
Wilmington, DE 
Undeveloped Land 

Fund II: 
City Point 
Brooklyn, NY 
Fund III: 
654 Broadway 
Manhattan, NY 
640 Broadway 
Manhattan, NY 
Cortlandt Crossing 
Mohegan Lake, NY 
3104 M Street 
Washington, DC 
3780-3858 Nostrand 
Avenue 
Brooklyn, NY 
Fund IV: 
210 Bowery 
Manhattan, NY 
Paramus Plaza 
Paramus, NJ 
938 W. North Avenue 
Chicago, IL 
27 E. 61st Street 
Manhattan, NY 
17 E. 71st Street 
Manhattan, NY 
1035 Third Avenue 
Manhattan, NY 

 
 
      
   
      
             
      
         
   
      
   
   
   
   
   
      
      
      
   
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
   
   
      
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
         
      
   
   
      
      
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
         
      
   
   
      
      
      
      
      
      
            
            
            
            
            
            
            
         
      
   
   
      
      
      
      
      
      
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Location 

801 Madison Avenue 
Manhattan, NY 
2208-2216 Fillmore 
Street 
San Francisco, CA 
146 Geary Street 
San Francisco, CA 
2207 Fillmore Street 
San Francisco, CA 
1964 Union Street San 
Francisco, CA 
Restaurants at Fort Point 
Boston, MA 
Wakeforest Crossing 
Wake Forest, NC 
Airport Mall 
Bangor, ME 
Colonie Plaza 
Albany, NY 
Dauphin Plaza 
Harrisburg, PA 
JFK Plaza 
Waterville, ME 
Mayfair Shopping Center 
Philadelphia, PA 
Shaw's Plaza 
Waterville, ME 
Wells Plaza 
Wells, ME 
717 N. Michigan 
Chicago, IL 
Shaw's Plaza 
North Windham, ME 
Lincoln Place Fairview 
Heights, IL 
Broughton Street 
Portfolio (BSP I) 
Savannah, GA 
Fund V: 
Plaza Santa Fe 
Santa Fe, NM 
Hickory Ridge 
Hickory, NC 
New Towne Plaza 
Canton, MI 
Fairlane Green 
Allen Park, MI 
Trussville Promenade 
Birmingham, AL 
Elk Grove Commons 
Elk Grove, CA 
Hiram Pavilion I & II 
Hiram, GA 

ACADIA REALTY TRUST 
SCHEDULE III - REAL ESTATE AND ACCUMULATED DEPRECIATION 

Initial Cost 
to Company 

Amount at Which 
Carried at December 31, 2018 

Encumbrances 

       Land 

Increase 
(Decrease) 
in Net 

Buildings & 
Improvements       

Investments        Land 

Buildings & 
Improvements       

Total 

Accumulated 
Depreciation       

Date of 
Acquisition (a) 
Construction (c)    

Life on 
which 
Depreciation 
in Latest 
Statement of 
Income is 
Compared 

—           4,178          

28,470          

5,608           4,178          

34,078          

38,256          

1,054       

2015 (c)    

40 years 

5,606           3,027          

6,376          

32           3,027          

6,408          

9,435          

511       

2015 (a)    

40 years 

27,700           9,500          

28,500          

489           9,500          

28,989          

38,489          

2,257       

2015 (a)    

40 years 

1,120           1,498          

1,735          

118           1,498          

1,853          

3,351          

143       

2015 (a)    

40 years 

1,463          

563          

1,688          

1,867          

563          

3,555          

4,118          

121       

2016 (c)    

40 years 

6,201           1,041          

10,905          

—           1,041          

10,905          

11,946          

818       

2016 (a)    

40 years 

23,706           7,570          

24,829          

220           7,570          

25,049          

32,619          

1,799       

2016 (a)    

40 years 

5,476           2,294          

7,067          

458           2,294          

7,525          

9,819          

526       

2016 (a)    

40 years 

11,890           2,852          

9,619          

271           2,852          

9,890          

12,742          

632       

2016 (a)    

40 years 

10,021           5,290          

9,464          

2,235           5,290          

11,699          

16,989          

793       

2016 (a)    

40 years 

4,381          

751          

5,991          

9          

751          

6,000          

6,751          

412       

2016 (a)    

40 years 

—           6,178          

9,266          

741           6,178          

10,007          

16,185          

602       

2016 (a)    

40 years 

7,840          

828          

11,814          

56          

828          

11,870          

12,698          

721       

2016 (a)    

40 years 

3,286           1,892          

2,585          

236           1,892          

2,821          

4,713          

245       

2016 (a)    

40 years 

18,972           20,674          

10,093          

1           20,674          

10,094          

30,768          

523       

2016 (c)    

40 years 

5,848           1,876          

6,696          

1           1,876          

6,697          

8,573          

281       

2017 (a)    

40 years 

23,100           7,149          

22,201          

920           7,149          

23,121          

30,270          

1,218       

2017 (a)    

40 years 

19,773           9,930          

21,905          

—           9,930          

21,905          

31,835          

136       

2018 (a)    

40 years 

22,893          

—          

28,214          

69          

—          

28,283          

28,283          

1,228       

2017 (a)    

40 years 

28,613           7,852          

29,998          

75           7,852          

30,073          

37,925          

1,166       

2017 (a)    

40 years 

16,900           5,040          

17,391          

106           5,040          

17,497          

22,537          

713       

2017 (a)    

40 years 

40,300           18,121          

37,143          

247           18,121          

37,390          

55,511          

1,026       

2017 (a)    

40 years 

29,370           7,587          

34,285          

—           7,587          

34,285          

41,872          

778       

2018 (a)    

40 years 

—           6,204          

48,008          

28           6,204          

48,036          

54,240          

525       

2018 (a)    

40 years 

—           13,029          

25,446          

27           13,029          

25,473          

38,502          

137       

2018 (a)    

40 years 

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SCHEDULE III - REAL ESTATE AND ACCUMULATED DEPRECIATION 

Initial Cost 
to Company 

Amount at Which 
Carried at December 31, 2018 

Encumbrances 

       Land 

Increase 
(Decrease) 
in Net 

Buildings & 
Improvements       

Investments        Land 

Buildings & 
Improvements       

Total 

Accumulated 
Depreciation       

Date of 
Acquisition (a) 
Construction (c)    

Life on 
which 
Depreciation 
in Latest 
Statement of 
Income is 
Compared 

47,645           65,297          

31,473          

23,527           65,297          

55,000          

120,297          

—          

—          

—          

—          

—          

—          

—          

(10,173 )       

—          

—          

—          

—          

—          

—          

—       

—       

—       

753          

—       
1,017,288       $ 769,582       $  2,079,002       $  849,221       $ 775,766       $  2,922,039       $  3,697,805       $  416,657       

—          

—          

—          

—          

—          

—          

Description and 
Location 
Real Estate Under 
Development 
Debt of Assets Held for 
Sale 

Unamortized Loan Costs       

Unamortized Premium 

Total 

   $ 

Notes: 
1.  Depreciation on buildings and improvements reflected in the consolidated statements of income is calculated over the estimated useful life of the assets as follows: Buildings 

at 40 years and improvements at the shorter of lease term or useful life. 
The aggregate gross cost of property included above for Federal income tax purposes was approximately $3.4 billion as of December 31, 2018. 

2. 

The following table reconciles the activity for real estate properties from January 1, 2016 to December 31, 2018 (in thousands): 

Balance at beginning of year 
Other improvements 
Property acquisitions 
Property dispositions or held for sale assets 
Other 
Deconsolidation of previously consolidated investments 
Consolidation of previously unconsolidated investments 
Balance at end of year 

2018 
3,466,482        $ 
100,077           
134,559           
(34,666 )        
(483 )        
—           
31,836           
3,697,805        $ 

Year Ended December 31, 
2017 
3,382,000        $ 
55,763           
179,292           
(189,895 )        
—           
—           
39,322           
3,466,482        $ 

    $ 

    $ 

2016 
2,736,283    
152,129    
761,400    
(134,332 ) 
(9,844 ) 
(123,636 ) 
—    
3,382,000   

The following table reconciles accumulated depreciation from January 1, 2016 to December 31, 2018 (in thousands): 

Balance at beginning of year 
Depreciation related to real estate 
Property dispositions 
Deconsolidation of previously consolidated investments 
Balance at end of year 

2018 

Year Ended December 31, 
2017 

2016 

    $ 

    $ 

339,862        $ 
78,453           
(1,658 )        
—           
416,657        $ 

287,066        $ 
73,268           
(20,472 )        
—           
339,862        $ 

298,703    
49,269    
(27,829 ) 
(33,077 ) 
287,066   

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SCHEDULE IV - MORTGAGE LOANS ON REAL ESTATE 

December 31, 2018 

(in thousands) 

Description 

First Mortgage Loan 
First Mortgage Loan 
Zero Coupon Loan 
Mezzanine Loan 
Preferred Equity 
Total 

Net 
Carrying 
Amount of 
Notes 
Receivable 
as of 
December 
31, 
2018 

Face 
Amount 
of Notes 

Receivable        

   $ 

   $ 

15,000       $ 
153,400          
29,793          
3,007          
14,000          
215,200       $ 

17,802    
38,673    
32,582    
5,306    
15,250    
109,613   

Effective 
Interest Rate 
6.0% 
8.1% 
2.5% 
18.0% 
15.3% 

Final 
Maturity 
Date 
4/30/2020 
4/30/2019 
5/31/2020 
7/1/2020 
2/3/2021 

The Company  monitors the credit quality of its notes receivable on an ongoing basis and considers indicators of credit quality such as loan 
payment activity, the estimated fair value of the underlying collateral, the seniority of the Company's loan in relation to other debt secured by the 
collateral, the personal guarantees of the borrower and the prospects of the borrower. 

The following table reconciles the activity for loans on real estate from January 1, 2016 to December 31, 2018 (in thousands): 

Reconciliation of Loans on Real Estate 
Year Ended December 31, 
2017 

2018 

2016 

Balance at beginning of year 
Additions 
Repayments 
Conversion to real estate through receipt of deed 
Balance at end of year 

    $ 

    $ 

153,829        $ 
3,805           
(26,000 )        
(22,021 )        
109,613        $ 

276,163        $ 
11,371           
(32,000 )        
(101,705 )        
153,829        $ 

147,188    
171,794    
(42,819 ) 
—    
276,163   

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