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Real Estate ESG: REITs, NOI & Cap Rates | The Impact Investor
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Best Real Estate Sector Stocks to Invest in Today

Discover leading companies in the real estate sector with transparent fundamentals, ESG context, and investor education tailored to this theme. Explore 60 carefully selected stocks refreshed on a rolling basis so you can make timely comparisons.

Data updates periodically • 60 stocks analyzed • ESG context included

Showing the top 60 companies by community votes. Our database tracks 155 companies in this sector—use filters or the search box to refine the universe.

Real Estate Sector Overview

Sector Statistics

Companies Analyzed60
Total Market Companies155
Avg. Market Cap$760.4B

Top Real Estate Sector Stock Picks Today

Interactive table showing the best-performing stocks with ESG ratings and key financial metrics

Showing 1 to 20 of 60 stocks

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Sorted by votes in desc order. Showing page 1 of3 with 60 matching results.
Stocks in Real Estate sector with price, votes, and ESG rating
ESG RatingAction
Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc.
ARE
$20.80Quote delayed; real-time unavailable.--$496.9M85.5/100View details
American Campus Communities, Inc.
ACC
$127.07Quote delayed; real-time unavailable.--$3.7B--View details
American Tower Corporation (REIT)
REIT
$379.88Quote delayed; real-time unavailable.--$16.9B--View details
Apartment Investment and Management Company
AIV
$481.88Quote delayed; real-time unavailable.--$21.1B18.7View details
Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc.
APLE
$23.89Quote delayed; real-time unavailable.--$773.7M17.9View details
Armada Hoffler Properties, Inc.
AHH
$226.87Quote delayed; real-time unavailable.--$7.3B20.0View details
Ashford Hospitality Trust, Inc.
AHT
$181.29Quote delayed; real-time unavailable.--$676.9M--View details
AvalonBay Communities, Inc.
AVB
$275.67Quote delayed; real-time unavailable.--$12.3B73.2/100View details
BRT Apartments Corp.
BRT
$164.05Quote delayed; real-time unavailable.--$2.3B--View details
Boston Properties, Inc.
BXP
$302.70Quote delayed; real-time unavailable.--$15.2B78.4/100View details
Braemar Hotels & Resorts Inc.
BHR
$248.71Quote delayed; real-time unavailable.--$7.5B--View details
Brandywine Realty Trust
BDN
$416.11Quote delayed; real-time unavailable.--$1.7B--View details
Brixmor Property Group Inc.
BRX
$129.47Quote delayed; real-time unavailable.--$5.9B38.0/100View details
Broadstone Net Lease, Inc.
BNL
$242.83Quote delayed; real-time unavailable.--$2.1B--View details
CBRE Group, Inc.
CBRE
$171.04Quote delayed; real-time unavailable.--$5.5B40.6/100View details
CTO Realty Growth, Inc.
CTO
$461.49Quote delayed; real-time unavailable.--$10.9B--View details
Camden Property Trust
CPT
$317.92Quote delayed; real-time unavailable.--$3.6B--View details
CatchMark Timber Trust, Inc.
CTT
$287.79Quote delayed; real-time unavailable.--$12.5B--View details
Cedar Realty Trust, Inc.
CDR
$316.84Quote delayed; real-time unavailable.--$2.1B--View details
Chatham Lodging Trust
CLDT
$250.06Quote delayed; real-time unavailable.--$6.2B--View details
Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc.
ARE
ESG: 85.5/100
Price:$20.80
Votes:--
Market Cap:$496.9M
View details
American Campus Communities, Inc.
ACC
Price:$127.07
Votes:--
Market Cap:$3.7B
View details
American Tower Corporation (REIT)
REIT
Price:$379.88
Votes:--
Market Cap:$16.9B
View details
Apartment Investment and Management Company
AIV
ESG: 18.7
Price:$481.88
Votes:--
Market Cap:$21.1B
View details
Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc.
APLE
ESG: 17.9
Price:$23.89
Votes:--
Market Cap:$773.7M
View details
Armada Hoffler Properties, Inc.
AHH
ESG: 20.0
Price:$226.87
Votes:--
Market Cap:$7.3B
View details
Ashford Hospitality Trust, Inc.
AHT
Price:$181.29
Votes:--
Market Cap:$676.9M
View details
AvalonBay Communities, Inc.
AVB
ESG: 73.2/100
Price:$275.67
Votes:--
Market Cap:$12.3B
View details
BRT Apartments Corp.
BRT
Price:$164.05
Votes:--
Market Cap:$2.3B
View details
Boston Properties, Inc.
BXP
ESG: 78.4/100
Price:$302.70
Votes:--
Market Cap:$15.2B
View details
Braemar Hotels & Resorts Inc.
BHR
Price:$248.71
Votes:--
Market Cap:$7.5B
View details
Brandywine Realty Trust
BDN
Price:$416.11
Votes:--
Market Cap:$1.7B
View details
Brixmor Property Group Inc.
BRX
ESG: 38.0/100
Price:$129.47
Votes:--
Market Cap:$5.9B
View details
Broadstone Net Lease, Inc.
BNL
Price:$242.83
Votes:--
Market Cap:$2.1B
View details
CBRE Group, Inc.
CBRE
ESG: 40.6/100
Price:$171.04
Votes:--
Market Cap:$5.5B
View details
CTO Realty Growth, Inc.
CTO
Price:$461.49
Votes:--
Market Cap:$10.9B
View details
Camden Property Trust
CPT
Price:$317.92
Votes:--
Market Cap:$3.6B
View details
CatchMark Timber Trust, Inc.
CTT
Price:$287.79
Votes:--
Market Cap:$12.5B
View details
Cedar Realty Trust, Inc.
CDR
Price:$316.84
Votes:--
Market Cap:$2.1B
View details
Chatham Lodging Trust
CLDT
Price:$250.06
Votes:--
Market Cap:$6.2B
View details
60
Total Stocks
60
With Pricing Data
14
ESG Rated
0
Avg. Votes

Why Invest in Real Estate Sector Stocks?

Growth Potential

Real Estate sector showing strong market fundamentals. The real estate sector presents compelling opportunities for investors seeking both financial returns and positive impact.

Sustainable Impact

Companies in this sector are focusing on sustainable practices. Companies in this sector are increasingly focusing on environmental stewardship and social responsibility.

Investment Merit

Attractive investment opportunities with ESG alignment. Our analysis of 60 stocks reveals strong fundamentals combined with ESG excellence.

Market Context: The real estate sectorhas demonstrated resilience and innovation, particularly in adapting to ESG principles. Recent trends show increasing investor interest in sustainable practices within this space, making it an attractive area for impact-conscious investors seeking both returns and positive change.

How to Start Investing in Real Estate Sector Stocks

A simple 3-step guide to begin your real estate sector investment journey

1

Mind cap rates & debt ladders

Rates drive valuations; check maturity walls and hedging.

Commission-free trades
Fractional shares available
Strong research tools
2

Pick sub‑sectors deliberately

Industrial and residential fundamentals differ from office/retail; diversify accordingly.

Reduce risk
Multiple opportunities
Balanced exposure
3

Focus on NOI growth

Embedded rent steps, lease spreads, and development pipelines drive value.

Weekly insights
ESG analysis
Market trends

Investment Tips for Real Estate Sector Stocks

Balance sheet strength

Prefer fixed‑rate, well‑laddered debt with ample liquidity.

Important Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and should not be considered personalized investment advice. Investing involves risk, including potential loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Please consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Our Methodology for Selecting the Best Real Estate Sector Stocks

Transparent, data‑driven approach to evaluating real estate sector opportunities

Occupancy & spreads

Lease renewal spreads, occupancy trends, and tenant credit.

Valuation discipline

NAV discounts, external growth accretion, and capital recycling.

Data Sources & Transparency

We track cap‑rate moves vs. sector total returns to contextualize valuation shifts.

Disclosure: Some links on this page are affiliate links. We may earn a commission if you sign up for services through these links, but this does not influence our stock selections or recommendations.

Real-Time Updates

Stock prices and key metrics are updated in real-time during market hours. ESG ratings are reviewed monthly to reflect the latest sustainability assessments.

Frequently Asked Questions about Real Estate Sector Stocks

Common questions from investors interested in real estate sector investing

The Real Estate sector shows steady interest. Expect dispersion: leaders with durable advantages tend to compound over time, while smaller names can be more volatile.

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