# Independence Realty Trust, Inc. (IRT): Dividend & Fundamentals

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

Independence Realty Trust (IRT), publicly traded as NYSE: IRT, operates as a real estate investment trust specializing in owning and managing multifamily apartment communities. Their portfolio is concentrated in non-gateway U.S. markets such as Atlanta, Louisville, Memphis, and Raleigh. The company's strategy involves establishing a strong presence in select, amenity-rich submarkets, which are identified by features like excellent school systems, quality retail establishments, and significant employment hubs. Ultimately, IRT seeks to deliver appealing risk-adjusted returns to its shareholde...

## Quote & Key Metrics

As of 2026-10-23:

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $14.96 USD |
| Market Cap | $3.53B |
| P/E (TTM) | 34.00 |
| EPS (TTM) | $0.44 |
| 52-Week Range | $14.33 – $17.79 |
| Dividend Yield (TTM) | 4.68% |

## Dividend

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Yield (TTM) | 4.68% |
| Annual Dividend (TTM) | $0.70 /share |
| Annual Dividend (Forward) | $0.72 /share |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Consecutive Growth Streak | 5 years |
| Growth CAGR 1Y / 3Y / 5Y / 10Y | 5.9% / 4.0% / 8.4% / 0.0% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, TTM) | 376.0% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, TTM) | 114.2% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, forward dividend) | 392.4% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, forward dividend) | 119.2% |

### Recent Payments

| Ex-Date | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-30 | $0.1800 | 2026-10-23 |
| 2026-06-26 | $0.1800 | 2026-07-17 |
| 2026-03-27 | $0.1700 | 2026-04-17 |
| 2025-12-31 | $0.1700 | 2026-01-23 |
| 2025-09-30 | $0.1700 | 2025-10-24 |
| 2025-06-27 | $0.1700 | 2025-07-18 |
| 2025-03-28 | $0.1600 | 2025-04-21 |
| 2024-12-31 | $0.1600 | 2025-01-17 |
| 2024-09-30 | $0.1600 | 2024-10-18 |
| 2024-06-28 | $0.1600 | 2024-07-19 |
| 2024-03-27 | $0.1600 | 2024-04-19 |
| 2023-12-28 | $0.1600 | 2024-01-19 |

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

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What does Independence Realty Trust, Inc. do?

Independence Realty Trust, Inc. (IRT) 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 IRT's market cap?

Independence Realty Trust, Inc. (IRT) has a market capitalization of approximately $3.53 billion, as of October 23, 2026, based on the most recent share price and shares outstanding.

### Does IRT pay a dividend?

Yes, Independence Realty Trust, Inc. (IRT) pays a dividend quarterly, with a trailing-twelve-month yield of 4.68%. Full distribution history, payout ratios, and growth rates are on the Dividend tab.

### How often does IRT pay dividends?

Independence Realty Trust, Inc. pays dividends quarterly. The forward annual rate is $0.72 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 IRT's payout ratio?

Independence Realty Trust, 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 IRT's dividends taxed?

Independence Realty Trust, Inc. (IRT) 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/irt
- Dividend history & safety: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/irt/dividend
- Earnings & EPS: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/irt/earnings
- Financial statements: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/irt/financials/income
- Valuation multiples: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/irt/valuation
- Peer comparison: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/irt/peers

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