Essex Property Trust, Inc., a major player in the real estate investment market and a prominent member of the S&P 500, boasts an impressive portfolio of multifamily residential properties in select West Coast markets. This fully integrated real estate investment trust (REIT) is involved in all aspects of the real estate business, from acquisition to management. With ownership stakes in 252 apartment communities encompassing roughly 62,000 apartment homes, as well as an active development project, Essex is fully committed to building and maintaining quality living spaces for its residents.