Equity Residential is an S&P 500 company focused on the acquisition, development and management of high quality apartment properties in top U.S. growth markets. Equity Residential owns or has investments in 302 properties consisting of 77,498 apartment units located primarily in Boston, New York, Washington DC, Seattle, San Francisco and Southern California. They are building value for their shareholders, residents and employees by combining the resources of a large company and a national presence with strong local management and expertise. Shares of the company are traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol, EQR. Equity Residential is a member of the S&P 500.