# Equity LifeStyle Properties, Inc. (ELS): Dividend & Fundamentals

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- Sector: Real Estate · Industry: REIT - Residential
- Exchange: NYSE · Trading currency: USD

Based in Chicago, Equity LifeStyle Properties, Inc. operates as a self-managed Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT). As of January 25, 2021, its extensive portfolio includes 423 quality properties located across 33 U.S. states and British Columbia, collectively comprising 161,229 sites.

## Quote & Key Metrics

As of 2026-10-28:

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $57.97 USD |
| Market Cap | $11.25B |
| P/E (TTM) | 25.20 |
| EPS (TTM) | $2.30 |
| 52-Week Range | $57.46 – $69.00 |
| Dividend Yield (TTM) | 3.70% |

## Dividend

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Yield (TTM) | 3.70% |
| Annual Dividend (TTM) | $2.14 /share |
| Annual Dividend (Forward) | $2.17 /share |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Consecutive Growth Streak | 22 years |
| Growth CAGR 1Y / 3Y / 5Y / 10Y | 5.3% / 6.6% / 8.4% / 9.8% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, TTM) | 113.4% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, TTM) | — |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, forward dividend) | 114.8% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, forward dividend) | — |

### Recent Payments

| Ex-Date | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-25 | $0.5425 | 2026-10-09 |
| 2026-06-26 | $0.5425 | 2026-07-10 |
| 2026-03-27 | $0.5425 | 2026-04-10 |
| 2025-12-26 | $0.5150 | 2026-01-09 |
| 2025-09-26 | $0.5150 | 2025-10-10 |
| 2025-06-27 | $0.5150 | 2025-07-11 |
| 2025-03-28 | $0.5150 | 2025-04-11 |
| 2024-12-27 | $0.4775 | 2025-01-10 |
| 2024-09-27 | $0.4775 | 2024-10-11 |
| 2024-06-28 | $0.4775 | 2024-07-12 |
| 2024-03-27 | $0.4775 | 2024-04-12 |
| 2023-12-28 | $0.4475 | 2024-01-12 |

Full history: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/els/dividend

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What does Equity LifeStyle Properties, Inc. do?

Equity LifeStyle Properties, Inc. (ELS) operates in the REIT - Residential industry within the Real Estate sector. Full company description, peers, and segment breakdown are on the page above.

### What is ELS's market cap?

Equity LifeStyle Properties, Inc. (ELS) has a market capitalization of approximately $11.25 billion, as of October 28, 2026, based on the most recent share price and shares outstanding.

### Does ELS pay a dividend?

Yes, Equity LifeStyle Properties, Inc. (ELS) pays a dividend quarterly, with a trailing-twelve-month yield of 3.70%. Full distribution history, payout ratios, and growth rates are on the Dividend tab.

### How often does ELS pay dividends?

Equity LifeStyle Properties, Inc. pays dividends quarterly. The forward annual rate is $2.17 per share at the current declared cadence. Each ex-dividend date, record date, and payment date is listed in the dividend history table on this page.

### What is ELS's payout ratio?

Equity LifeStyle Properties, Inc.'s payout ratio is the percentage of earnings (and free cash flow) returned to shareholders as dividends. Current EPS and FCF coverage are shown in the payout cards above, with green / amber / red coloring indicating sustainability.

### How are ELS's dividends taxed?

Equity LifeStyle Properties, Inc. (ELS) is a real estate investment trust (REIT). REIT distributions are typically a mix of ordinary income, capital gains, and return of capital, and are reported on Form 1099-DIV. Consult a tax advisor for your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

## More on Dividend Data

- Overview (HTML): https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/els
- Dividend history & safety: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/els/dividend
- Earnings & EPS: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/els/earnings
- Financial statements: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/els/financials/income
- Valuation multiples: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/els/valuation
- Peer comparison: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/els/peers

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