Essex Property Trust (MEX:ESS) EV-to-OCF: 23.14 (As of Jul. 08, 2026) — 10% Below Median


MEX:ESS Essex Property Trust Inc MEX:ESS
78 GF Score
Price MXN4,081.12
GF Value MXN3,814.22
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What is Essex Property Trust EV-to-OCF?

Essex Property Trust MEX:ESS 78 EV-to-OCF is 23.14 as of Jul. 08, 2026, which is 10% below its 10-year median of 25.85. GuruFocus rates MEX:ESS with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN3,814.22. The stock has 12 warning signs investors should review. Among 940 REITs companies, Essex Property Trust ranks worse than 67.77% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Essex Property Trust's Enterprise Value is MXN456,974 Mil. Essex Property Trust's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN19,749 Mil. Therefore, Essex Property Trust's EV-to-OCF for today is 23.14.

The historical rank and industry rank for Essex Property Trust's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

MEX:ESS' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 19.56   Med: 25.85   Max: 36.33
Current: 24.15

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Essex Property Trust was 36.33. The lowest was 19.56. And the median was 25.85.

MEX:ESS's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
67.77% of 940 companies
in the REITs industry
Industry Median: 18.23 vs MEX:ESS: 24.15

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-07-08), Essex Property Trust's stock price is MXN4081.12. Essex Property Trust's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN164.645. Therefore, Essex Property Trust's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 24.79.


Essex Property Trust  (MEX:ESS) EV-to-OCF Explanation

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

Essex Property Trust's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=4081.12/164.645
=24.79

Essex Property Trust's share price for today is MXN4081.12.
Essex Property Trust's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN164.645.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Essex Property Trust EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Essex Property Trust EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Essex Property Trust's EV-to-OCF can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Essex Property Trust EV-to-OCF Chart

Essex Property Trust Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Essex Property Trust Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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MEX:ESS vs INVH, MAA, SUI: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the REIT - Residential subindustry, Essex Property Trust's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Essex Property Trust EV-to-OCF vs REITs Industry

For the REITs industry and Real Estate sector, Essex Property Trust's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Essex Property Trust's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Essex Property Trust EV-to-OCF Calculation

Essex Property Trust's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=456974.180/19749.46
=23.14

Essex Property Trust's current Enterprise Value is MXN456,974 Mil.
Essex Property Trust's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN19,749 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-OCF →
What does a EV-to-OCF of 23.14 mean?
Essex Property Trust (MEX:ESS) has a EV-to-OCF of 23.14 as of Jul. 08, 2026. This is 10% below median its historical median of 25.85. Over the past decade, Essex Property Trust's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 19.56 to 36.33. According to the industry distribution chart, Essex Property Trust ranks #637 out of 940 companies in the REITs industry, placing it in the top 67.8%.
Is Essex Property Trust's EV-to-OCF too high?
Essex Property Trust's current EV-to-OCF of 23.14 is 10% below median its 10-year median of 25.85. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 19.56 to a high of 36.33. The REITs industry median EV-to-OCF is 18.23. Essex Property Trust's value of 23.14 is 26.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Essex Property Trust ranks #637 out of 940 companies in the REITs industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Essex Property Trust has a GF Score™ of 78/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Essex Property Trust's EV-to-OCF compare to INVH and MAA?
According to the REITs industry distribution chart, Essex Property Trust ranks #637 out of 940 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Essex Property Trust in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 18.23. Essex Property Trust's value of 23.14 is 26.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Essex Property Trust's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 19.56 to 36.33 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 25.85 vs. the industry median of 18.23, Essex Property Trust has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-OCF for a REITs company?
The median EV-to-OCF among REITs companies is 18.23, based on 940 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Essex Property Trust's current EV-to-OCF of 23.14 is 26.9% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the REITs industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 18.23 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Essex Property Trust's current EV-to-OCF is 23.14, which is 10% below median its own 10-year median of 25.85. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Essex Property Trust stock overvalued right now?
Essex Property Trust (MEX:ESS) has a current EV-to-OCF of 23.14. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN3,814.22, compared to a current price of MXN4,081.12 — trading 7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 23.14, which is 10% below median its 10-year median of 25.85 and 26.9% above the REITs industry median of 18.23. Essex Property Trust's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 12 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Essex Property Trust (MEX:ESS), the current EV-to-OCF is 23.14 as of Jul. 08, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Essex Property Trust (MEX:ESS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Essex Property Trust stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN4,081.12 is trading 7% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN3,814.22.

Key valuation signals for MEX:ESS:

  • EV-to-OCF: 23.14 (10% below median its 10-year median of 25.85)
  • GF Value™: MXN3,814.22 vs. price of MXN4,081.12 (7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 12 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 26.9% above the REITs median (#637 of 940)

No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:ESS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Essex Property Trust Business Description

Industry Real EstateREITs
Address 1100 Park Place, Suite 200, San Mateo, CA, USA, 94403
Essex Property Trust owns a portfolio of 259 apartment communities with over 63,000 units. The company focuses on owning large, high-quality properties on the West Coast in the urban and suburban submarkets of Southern California, Northern California, and Seattle.
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