FREVS (First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey) Moat Score: 3/10 (As of Aug. 19, 2026)

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FREVS First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey Inc FREVS
65 GF Score
Price $21.35
GF Value $17.10
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 9 Warning Signs
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What is First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey Moat Score?

First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey FREVS 65 Moat Score is 3 as of Aug. 19, 2026. GuruFocus rates FREVS with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of $17.10 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 965 REITs companies, First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey ranks better than 76.79% on this metric.

First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey has the Moat Score of 3, which implies that the company might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey has No Moat: FREVS lacks significant market leadership or unique competitive advantages. It operates in a highly competitive real estate market with minimal customer switching costs and no significant intellectual property or brand strength. The company does not exhibit durable cost advantages or regulatory barriers that would provide a sustainable competitive edge.

Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more.

The company's Moat Score is based on these criteria:

1. Market leadership and sustainable market share
2. Network effects and significant customer switching costs
3. Valuable intellectual property and patents
4. Strong brand strength and deep customer loyalty
5. Durable cost advantages (e.g., economies of scale, proprietary technology)
6. Significant regulatory barriers and exclusive licenses
7. Superior distribution network
8. Strong and sustainable pricing power
9. Consistent and impactful innovation and R&D capabilities

Based on the research, GuruFocus believes First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey  (OTCPK:FREVS) Moat Score Explanation

The Moat Score ranges from 0 to 10, with 10 as the highest. GuruFocus divided Moat Score into following 8 categories:

Moat Score Moat Level
10Wide Moat - Exceptionally dominant and durable wide moat
8 - 9Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat
7Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages
6Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide
5Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat
4Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat
1 - 3No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages
0No Moat - No discernible moat

First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey Moat Score Related Terms

FREVS vs ELME, MRTI, CLPR: Moat Score Comparison

For the REIT - Residential subindustry, First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey's Moat Score, along with its competitors' market caps and Moat Score 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.

First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey Moat Score vs REITs Industry

For the REITs industry and Real Estate sector, First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 3 mean?
First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey (FREVS) has a Moat Score of 3 as of Aug. 19, 2026. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. According to the industry distribution chart, First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey ranks #224 out of 965 companies in the REITs industry, placing it in the top 23.2%.
Is First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey's Moat Score too high?
First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey's current Moat Score is 3. Based on the distribution chart, First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey ranks #224 out of 965 companies in the REITs industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey's Moat Score compare to ELME and MRTI?
According to the REITs industry distribution chart, First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey ranks #224 out of 965 companies for Moat Score. This places First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey in the top 23% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Moat Score for a REITs company?
A good Moat Score depends on the REITs industry context. However, Moat Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Moat Score mean?
A high Moat Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey's current Moat Score is 3. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey (FREVS) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $17.10, compared to a current price of $21.35 — trading 24.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 3. First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey's overall GF Score™ is 65/100 with 9 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Moat Score calculated?
Moat Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey (FREVS), the current Moat Score is 3 as of Aug. 19, 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 First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey (FREVS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $21.35 is trading 24.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of $17.10. GuruFocus considers First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for FREVS:

  • Moat Score: 3
  • GF Value™: $17.10 vs. price of $21.35 (24.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 65/100 with 9 warning signs

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

First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey Business Description

Industry Real EstateREITs
Address 505 Main Street, Suite 400, Hackensack, NJ, USA, 07601
First Real Estate Investment Trust of New Jersey Inc operates in the real estate sector of the United States. It implies the investment in real estate properties and passing on a regular income and benefit of capital appreciation to its shareholders. The company operates in two reportable segments; commercial properties and residential properties. Its revenues consist of fixed rental income from its residential and commercial properties and additional rent in the form of expense reimbursements acquired from its income-producing commercial properties. The majority of revenue is derived from the Residential properties segment.
65GF Score

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