Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from _________ to _________ Commission file number 001-36041 INDEPENDENCE REALTY TRUST, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Same store revenues increased by 1% year-over-year, with same store NOI growing by 2% in the quarter [5][10] - Core FFO per share was $0.28, up from $0.27 in Q1 2025 [10] - Same store operating expenses decreased by 60 basis points compared to the prior year quarter [7][10] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company completed 454 value-add renovations in the quarter, achieving a weighted average return on investment of 16.2% [8] - Renewal rental increases were approximately 3.9%, contributing to 70 basis points of blended rent growth [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Deliveries in the company's markets are tapering off, with supply growth expected to be less than 2% in 2026, a 43% reduction from 2024 [9] - The company noted that supply pressures in markets like Atlanta, Dallas, and Denver have negatively impacted new lease trade-outs [11][12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on capital recycling by trading out older assets with higher future CapEx needs for newer communities with lower CapEx profiles [8][12] - The acquisition pipeline remains strong, with an updated guidance implying an additional $315 million in acquisitions before year-end [9][14] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management believes they are at the beginning of a multi-year period of improving fundamentals in the multifamily sector, with stable renewals and strong demand expected to continue [20] - The company adjusted its full-year 2025 guidance to reflect lower revenue growth expectations, offset by lower expense growth [15][16] Other Important Information - The company has identified three assets for sale and expects to sell them in the fourth quarter [8][12] - The balance sheet remains flexible with strong liquidity, with only 16% of total debt maturing before the end of 2027 [15] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you share how you approached your revised outlook versus historical seasonality? - Management explained that the new lease trajectory was based on comparing expiring rents with current estimates and expectations for month-to-month changes [25] Question: Why is there not a significant pickup in new lease growth despite high retention and occupancy? - Management attributed the lack of new lease growth to ongoing supply pressures and macroeconomic uncertainties affecting market rates [31][32] Question: What gives you confidence in predicting higher occupancy in the back half of the year? - Management noted that occupancy has been increasing in July and they expect to maintain this trend [34] Question: Can you provide insights on the current transaction environment and bid-ask spreads? - Management indicated that the bid-ask spread has narrowed as sellers have become more realistic about property values [70] Question: How is the company addressing competition from Class A properties offering aggressive concessions? - Management acknowledged that aggressive concessions from Class A properties require more effort to maintain occupancy and manage rents in the Class B portfolio [82]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Same store revenues increased by 1% year-over-year, with same store NOI growing by 2% in the quarter [4][9] - Core FFO per share was $0.28, up from $0.27 in Q1 2025 [9] - Same store operating expenses decreased by 60 basis points compared to the prior year, fully offsetting softer revenue growth [5][9] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Renewal leasing showed strong retention, contributing to a modest increase in average occupancy [4] - Blended rent growth lagged expectations due to softer market conditions, with new lease trade-offs down 3.1% in the first half of the year [5][10] - Average effective monthly rents increased by 90 basis points, while bad debt improved by 20 basis points compared to the prior year [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Deliveries in the portfolio are tapering off, with supply growth expected to be less than 2% in 2026, a 43% reduction from 2024 [7] - Market conditions in Dallas and Tampa were noted as slower than anticipated, with increased supply impacting pricing power [44][45] - Strong absorption was observed in markets like Lexington, Columbus, and Oklahoma City, indicating potential for growth [46] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to recycle capital from older assets into newer communities with lower CapEx profiles [6][38] - An acquisition pipeline remains strong, with $315 million of additional acquisitions expected before year-end [7][13] - The company aims to maintain a balance between Sunbelt and Midwest exposure while focusing on growth in Orlando [65][66] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in a multiyear period of improving fundamentals in the multifamily sector, with expectations for stronger leasing environments in 2026 [18] - The company anticipates continued strong demand for its communities, supported by declining bad debt and increased tour volumes [18] - Management acknowledged lingering supply pressures and macroeconomic uncertainties affecting market rates [30][57] Other Important Information - The company completed 454 value-add renovations in the quarter, achieving a weighted average return on investment of 16.2% [6] - The balance sheet remains flexible with strong liquidity, with only 16% of total debt maturing before the end of 2027 [14] - The company expects to close on two communities in Orlando for a total purchase price of $155 million, enhancing market presence [12][13] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you share how you approached your revised outlook versus historical seasonality? - Management indicated that the new lease trajectory was based on comparing expiring rents with current estimates, expecting continued month-to-month improvement [21][24] Question: Why is there not a significant pickup in new lease growth despite high retention? - Management attributed this to ongoing supply pressure and macroeconomic uncertainties affecting market rates [29][30] Question: What are the common threads for the assets held for sale? - The assets are older, with higher CapEx loads, and the company aims to recycle capital into newer assets with better growth profiles [37] Question: Can you provide an update on market conditions and visibility for the back half of the year? - Management noted that Dallas and Tampa faced unexpected supply challenges, but strong absorption is expected to improve conditions moving forward [44][45] Question: How is the current transaction environment affecting bid-ask spreads? - Management observed that sellers are becoming more rational, narrowing the bid-ask spread due to high interest costs and lease-up challenges [62][75]

Group 1 - Independence Realty Trust (IRT) reported quarterly funds from operations (FFO) of $0.28 per share, matching the Zacks Consensus Estimate and remaining unchanged from the previous year [1] - The company posted revenues of $162.19 million for the quarter ended June 2025, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 1.68%, compared to $158.1 million in the same quarter last year [2] - IRT shares have declined approximately 11.7% year-to-date, contrasting with the S&P 500's gain of 8.3% [3] Group 2 - The future performance of IRT's stock will largely depend on management's commentary during the earnings call and the outlook for FFO [3][4] - The current consensus FFO estimate for the upcoming quarter is $0.29 on revenues of $171.38 million, and for the current fiscal year, it is $1.17 on revenues of $673.32 million [7] - The Zacks Industry Rank for REIT and Equity Trust - Residential is in the top 35% of over 250 Zacks industries, indicating a favorable outlook for the sector [8]

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Investment Highlights - IRT's 5-Year Total Shareholder Return (TSR) is 136% and 10-Year TSR is 277%[9] - Value-Add program has an average ROI of 16.6% on approximately 9,700 completed renovations, boosting Same-Store NOI by 20%[10] - The future pipeline of approximately 13,000 units represents $39-$40 million of incremental NOI and approximately $500 million of future shareholder value[10] - IRT has approximately $750 million of liquidity to fund growth[9] Portfolio Overview - IRT owns and operates 113 communities with 33,175 units[12] - Sunbelt exposure accounts for 73% of NOI[12] - Q1 2025 average occupancy was 95.4%, a 100 basis point increase compared to Q1 2024[12] - Gross assets are valued at $6.2 billion[12] Recent Updates - Q1 2025 Core FFO per share was $0.27[15] - Same-Store Portfolio Results showed a 2.3% revenue Y/Y growth, 1.6% operating expense Y/Y growth, and 2.7% NOI Y/Y growth[15] - Q2 2025 blended rental rate growth is expected to be between 0.5% and 0.9%[16] - Property insurance renewal on May 15, 2025, realized a 20% decrease in premium[16] Growth Drivers - Value-Add renovations boost baseline NOI, driving approximately 20% outsized growth[28] - Home ownership costs are on average 90% higher than IRT's rent in the top 10 markets[65] - IRT's rent is approximately $615 per month, or 36% lower than new construction suburban rents[71]

Property Operations - As of March 31, 2025, the company owned and operated 113 multifamily apartment properties with a total of 33,175 units[108] - The average occupancy rate across all properties was 94.9%, with the highest occupancy in San Antonio, TX at 97.7%[111] - The average effective monthly rent per unit in the same-store portfolio increased by 0.9% to $1,568, while average occupancy rose to 95.4%[132] - Same-store portfolio Net Operating Income (NOI) increased by 2.7% to $95.6 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025, compared to $93.1 million in the same period of 2024[149] - Average occupancy improved to 95.4% for the three months ended March 31, 2025, up from 94.4% in the same period of 2024[151] Acquisitions and Sales - The company sold a multifamily apartment community in Birmingham, AL for a gross sales price of $111.0 million on February 14, 2025[113] - On February 27, 2025, the company acquired Autumn Breeze in Indianapolis, IN for $59.5 million, increasing its footprint in the city from 1,979 to 2,259 units[114] - The company is under contract to acquire two additional properties in Orlando, FL and Colorado Springs, CO for approximately $154.8 million[115] - The company expects to close on the acquisitions of the two properties in late Q2 or early Q3 2025, subject to pricing and timing uncertainties[115] - The company sold one multi-family property resulting in a gain on sale of $1.5 million during the three months ended March 31, 2025[141] Financial Performance - For the three months ended March 31, 2025, rental and other property revenue increased to $160.9 million, a 0.4% increase from $160.3 million in the same period of 2024[134] - Net income available to common shares for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was $8.354 million, a decrease of 52.5% compared to $17.577 million in the same period of 2024[132] - The company reported a net income of $8.5 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025, a decrease of 52.5% from $18.0 million in the same period of 2024[145] - Funds from Operations (FFO) for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was $67.4 million, an increase of 8.2% from $62.3 million in the same period of 2024[145] Expenses and Cash Flow - Property operating expenses decreased to $59.3 million, down from $60.0 million in the prior year, primarily due to a decrease in non same-store expenses[135] - Depreciation and amortization expense increased by $5.0 million to $58.7 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025, compared to $53.7 million for the same period in 2024, primarily due to capital expenditures and higher intangible asset amortization[137] - Interest expense decreased by $1.3 million to $19.3 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025, from $20.6 million in the same period of 2024, driven by a $152 million decrease in average outstanding debt[140] - Cash flow from operating activities for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was $60.4 million, a $16.3 million increase from $44.1 million in 2024, driven by reduced real estate tax obligations and improved occupancy rates[157] Capital and Financing - The Fifth Amended and Restated Credit Agreement increased the unsecured revolver to $750 million, extending its maturity to January 8, 2029[122] - The company increased its aggregate borrowings under the credit agreement to $1.35 billion, with the option to request an increase to $2.0 billion[123] - The company completed a public offering of 11.5 million shares at a price of $18.96 per share, with proceeds from the sale expected to fund new acquisitions[124] - As of March 31, 2025, the company physically settled 2.65 million shares from the forward sale agreements, receiving proceeds of $50.1 million, all of which were used for acquisitions[126] - The company expects to settle the remaining 5.6 million shares under the forward sale agreements, potentially generating additional proceeds of $105.8 million[126] - The company entered into an ATM program allowing for the sale of shares with an aggregate offering price of up to $450 million[128] Investments - The company had investments in unconsolidated real estate entities totaling $101.6 million as of March 31, 2025, up from $92.0 million at the end of 2024[119] - The company has committed to invest $28.6 million in a joint venture for the development of a 324-unit multifamily project in Charleston, SC[117] Market and Risk Assessment - There were no material changes to contractual obligations since the 2024 Annual Report on Form 10-K[160] - No off-balance sheet arrangements were reported that could materially affect the company's financial condition during Q1 2025[161] - There were no material changes in critical accounting estimates and policies since the 2024 Annual Report on Form 10-K[162] - The company reported no significant changes in market risks during the three months ended March 31, 2025, compared to the previous disclosures[164]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a core FFO per share of $0.27 for Q1 2025, flat compared to the prior year, reflecting the impact of portfolio optimization and deleveraging strategy completed last year [14] - Same store NOI grew by 2.7%, driven by a 2.3% increase in same store revenue and a 1.6% increase in operating expenses year-over-year [14][19] - The average occupancy increased by 100 basis points year-over-year, contributing to the same store NOI growth [6][14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company completed value-add renovations on 275 units with a weighted average return on investment of 16.2% [6] - The company has 28 communities with over 4,600 units in the ongoing value-add program, expecting to complete between 505,000 units this year [6] - The company sold its final asset in Birmingham, Alabama for $111 million, completing its exit from that market [7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - In 2020, approximately 79,000 new apartment units were delivered across the company's submarkets, representing 6.1% of existing supply [10] - The company expects only 32,000 new deliveries in 2025 and 24,000 units in 2026, representing a 60% annual decrease in 2025 and an additional 24% decrease in 2026 [10] - The company forecasts positive net absorption of 8.5% in its submarkets for 2025, significantly higher than the national average of 1.5% [11][65] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on a long-term investment strategy, capitalizing on strong population and employment growth in its communities [5][12] - The company aims to maintain pricing power and expects ongoing rental rate gains without sacrificing occupancy [12][19] - The acquisition pipeline remains strong, with ample liquidity to fund accretive investments [8][18] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged macroeconomic uncertainties but remains confident in supply and demand fundamentals driving operations [12][19] - The company expects to enter 2026 with solid earnings momentum and growth opportunities [20] - Management noted that demand for Class B communities has proven resilient, with stable occupancy rates and positive blended rent growth [11][52] Other Important Information - The company ended the quarter with a net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio of 6.3 times, with plans to achieve a mid-five ratio by year-end 2025 [17] - The company has nearly $750 million of liquidity available for investments [18] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you walk through the leasing spreads for the first quarter? - New leases were down 4.6%, while renewals were up 4.8%. The company did not experience the same level of decline in rental rates as some peers due to its Class B portfolio [23][24] Question: Have you seen any evidence of stress from tariffs or macro uncertainty? - The company has not felt significant effects from tariffs or deportations and has seen a decrease in bad debt by 50 basis points year-over-year [25][27] Question: Can you speak to trends in leasing traffic and conversion? - Demand is up 25% compared to the same time last year, with conversion rates remaining stable [31] Question: What are your expectations for new lease rates and renewals? - The company anticipates positive trends in blended rental rates, with improvements noted month-to-month [36][38] Question: How are you thinking about the revenue guidance for the full year? - The company expects continued strong demand and significant declines in new supply, maintaining its revenue guidance [19][65] Question: Can you discuss the impact of insurance renewals on expenses? - The company expects a net decrease in insurance premiums despite initially assuming a 10% increase [72][75] Question: Are there any other markets you expect to exit by year-end? - Currently, there are no expected changes to the company's market dispositions [81] Question: How do you expect the performance between Class A and Class B to trend? - Class B properties are showing better rental rate growth compared to Class A properties, which are facing more competition from new supply [88][89]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Core FFO per share for Q1 2025 was $0.27, flat compared to the prior year, reflecting the impact of the final stages of the portfolio optimization and deleveraging strategy completed last year [15][19] - Same store NOI grew by 2.7%, driven by a 2.3% increase in same store revenue and a 1.6% increase in operating expenses compared to the prior year [15][19] - Average occupancy increased by 100 basis points year over year, contributing to the same store NOI growth [8][15] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Value add renovations completed during the quarter included 275 units with a weighted average return on investment of 16.2% [8] - The company has 28 communities with over 4,600 units in the ongoing value add program, expecting to complete between 505,000 units this year [8] - The company sold its final asset in Birmingham, Alabama for $111 million and acquired a 280-unit community in Indianapolis for $59.5 million at a 5.6% economic cap rate [9][15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - In 2025, new apartment deliveries are expected to decrease to 32,000 units, representing only 2% of existing supply, down from 6.1% in 2020 [11][64] - The company anticipates positive net absorption of 8.5% in its submarkets, significantly higher than the national average of 1.5% [12][65] - Homeownership costs in the top 10 markets are 94% higher than the company's average monthly rent, indicating strong demand for rental properties [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on executing its long-term investment strategy, with a strong acquisition pipeline and ample liquidity for accretive investments [10][18] - The company expects to continue benefiting from strong demand and significant declines in new supply, leading to ongoing rental rate gains without sacrificing occupancy [13][19] - The company is cautious about macroeconomic uncertainties but remains confident in its market fundamentals [13][19] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management believes that the fundamentals of supply and demand in their markets will continue to dominate operations, with expectations for improving rental rates and occupancy [13][19] - The company is optimistic about the trajectory of leasing spreads improving in the second half of the year due to waning supply pressures [24][30] - Management noted that they have not yet seen significant stress from macroeconomic factors such as tariffs or deportations [25][26] Other Important Information - The company ended the quarter with a net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio of 6.3 times, with plans to achieve a mid-five ratio by year-end 2025 [18] - The company has nearly $750 million in liquidity available for investments [18] - The company is not expecting to exit any additional markets beyond Birmingham at this time [81] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you walk through the leasing spreads for the first quarter? - New leases were down 4.6%, while renewals were up 4.8%. The company did not experience the same level of decline in rental rates as some peers due to its predominantly Class B portfolio [22][23] Question: Have you seen any evidence of stress from tariffs or macro uncertainty? - The company has not felt significant effects from tariffs or deportations and has seen a reduction in bad debt [25][26] Question: Can you speak to trends in leasing traffic and conversion? - Demand is up 25% compared to the same period last year, with conversion rates remaining stable [30] Question: What are your expectations for new lease rates and renewals? - The company anticipates positive trends in blended rental rates and expects to see upward momentum in leasing rates as the year progresses [34][35] Question: How are you thinking about the full-year revenue guidance? - The company expects job growth and population growth to remain steady, with a significant drop in new supply contributing to revenue growth [63][64] Question: Can you discuss the impact of insurance renewals on expenses? - The company expects a net decrease in insurance premiums despite initially assuming a 10% increase [73][75]

分组1 - Independence Realty Trust (IRT) reported quarterly funds from operations (FFO) of $0.27 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.28 per share, and showing no change from the previous year's FFO of $0.27 per share [1] - The company posted revenues of $160.91 million for the quarter ended March 2025, which was 1.76% below the Zacks Consensus Estimate, compared to revenues of $160.33 million a year ago [2] - Over the last four quarters, the company has not surpassed consensus FFO estimates and has topped consensus revenue estimates only once [2] 分组2 - The stock's immediate price movement will depend on management's commentary on the earnings call and future FFO expectations [3] - Independence Realty Trust shares have declined approximately 2.1% since the beginning of the year, while the S&P 500 has decreased by 5.5% [3] - The current consensus FFO estimate for the coming quarter is $0.29 on revenues of $169.4 million, and for the current fiscal year, it is $1.18 on revenues of $684.57 million [7] 分组3 - The Zacks Industry Rank for REIT and Equity Trust - Residential is currently in the bottom 42% of over 250 Zacks industries, indicating potential challenges for the sector [8] - Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in estimate revisions, which can be tracked by investors [5] - The estimate revisions trend for Independence Realty Trust is mixed, resulting in a Zacks Rank 3 (Hold) for the stock, suggesting it is expected to perform in line with the market [6]