
Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc.
ELSEquity Lifestyle Properties, Inc. (ELS) is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that specializes in the ownership and operation of manufactured home communities, RV resorts, and other lease-based lifestyle communities primarily in the United States. Founded in 1984, ELS focuses on providing affordable housing options and lifestyle services to a diverse customer base, emphasizing community amenities and recreational facilities. The company is known for its stable income generation through long-term leasing agreements and its focus on capitalizing on the demand for affordable, leisure-oriented housing.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 9, 2026 | $0.52 | 2025-12-26 | 2025-12-26 |
| October 10, 2025 | $0.52 | 2025-09-26 | 2025-09-26 |
| July 11, 2025 | $0.52 | 2025-06-27 | 2025-06-27 |
| April 11, 2025 | $0.52 | 2025-03-28 | 2025-03-28 |
| January 10, 2025 | $0.48 | 2024-12-27 | 2024-12-27 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc. has rewarded shareholders with 87 dividend payments over the past 22 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held ELS shares during this period received a total of $37.69 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.52/share was paid 14 days ago, on January 9, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: ELS currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 3.25%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2004, the dividend payout has decreased by 93.6%, from $8.00 to $0.52.
- Dividend Reliability: ELS has maintained or increased its dividend for 25 consecutive payments.
Company News
Equity Lifestyle Properties Inc (NYSE: ELS) announced the tax treatment of its 2025 common stock distributions. The December 26, 2025 distribution with a record date includes $0.096655 per share considered a 2026 distribution for federal tax purposes. The company also disclosed section 1061 disclosures showing $0.00 per share for applicable partn...
Equity Lifestyle Properties (ELS) announced a quarterly dividend of $0.515 per common share, payable on October 10, 2025, to stockholders of record as of September 26, 2025.
Mortgage applications surged 11% last week as buyers rushed to take advantage of slightly lower interest rates ahead of the Federal Reserve's policy decision. The jump signals a resurgence in housing market activity amid mixed economic signals.
Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc. (ELS) has declared a first quarter 2025 dividend of $0.515 per common share, representing an annualized dividend of $2.06 per share. The dividend will be paid on April 11, 2025 to stockholders of record as of March 28, 2025.
Sun Communities and Equity LifeStyle Properties are leaders in owning manufactured home communities and other niche property types. While both REITs pay attractive dividends, Equity LifeStyle has a stronger financial profile and has delivered faster dividend growth, making it the better dividend stock to buy for the long term.









