Independence Realty Trust, Inc. Completes Acquisition of Four Communities
Independence Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE:IRT) (“IRT”) today announced the acquisition of four multifamily apartment communities,
aggregating 917 units, representing the first phase of its previously announced acquisition of a nine community portfolio.
The remaining five communities are expected to close in succession during the fourth quarter of 2017, after and subject to the
satisfaction of customary closing conditions, as well as the debt assumption process on three of the five communities.
“We are excited to announce the completion of the first phase of the portfolio acquisition and the implementation of our
operational strategy to unlock value in the acquired assets,” said Scott Schaeffer, Chairman and CEO of IRT. “We remain on track to
complete the acquisition of the remaining five communities during the fourth quarter of 2017.”
About Independence Realty Trust, Inc.
Independence Realty Trust (NYSE: IRT) is a real estate investment trust. After the acquisition of the nine community portfolio,
IRT will own and operate 55 multifamily apartment properties, totaling 15,165 units, across non-gateway U.S. markets, including
Louisville, Memphis, Atlanta and Raleigh. IRT’s investment strategy is focused on gaining scale within key amenity rich submarkets
that offer good school districts, high-quality retail and major employment centers. IRT aims to provide stockholders attractive
risk-adjusted returns through diligent portfolio management, strong operational performance, and a consistent return of capital
through distributions and capital appreciation.
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Independence Realty Trust, Inc.
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