Vivmark Residential (LTS:0IIB) Moat Score: 7/10 (As of Sep. 22, 2026)

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LTS:0IIB Vivmark Residential LTS:0IIB
85 GF Score
Price $61.60
GF Value $73.95
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Vivmark Residential Moat Score?

Vivmark Residential LTS:0IIB -2.90% 85 Moat Score is 7 as of Sep. 22, 2026. GuruFocus rates LTS:0IIB with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of $73.95 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 968 REITs companies, Vivmark Residential ranks better than 99.48% on this metric.

Vivmark Residential has the Moat Score of 7, which implies that the company might have Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages.

Vivmark Residential has Wide Moat: AvalonBay has a wide moat due to its significant market share in the residential REIT sector, benefiting from economies of scale, strong brand strength, and customer loyalty. Its superior distribution network and regulatory barriers further solidify its durable advantages.

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 Vivmark Residential might have Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages.

Vivmark Residential  (LTS:0IIB) 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

Vivmark Residential Moat Score Related Terms

LTS:0IIB vs EQR, ESS, INVH: Moat Score Comparison

For the REIT - Residential subindustry, Vivmark Residential'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.

Vivmark Residential Moat Score vs REITs Industry

For the REITs industry and Real Estate sector, Vivmark Residential's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Vivmark Residential's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 7 mean?
Vivmark Residential (LTS:0IIB) has a Moat Score of 7 as of Sep. 22, 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, Vivmark Residential ranks #5 out of 968 companies in the REITs industry, placing it in the top 0.5%.
Is Vivmark Residential's Moat Score too high?
Vivmark Residential's current Moat Score is 7. Based on the distribution chart, Vivmark Residential ranks #5 out of 968 companies in the REITs industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Vivmark Residential has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Vivmark Residential's Moat Score compare to EQR and ESS?
According to the REITs industry distribution chart, Vivmark Residential ranks #5 out of 968 companies for Moat Score. This places Vivmark Residential in the top 1% 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. Vivmark Residential's current Moat Score is 7. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Vivmark Residential stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Vivmark Residential (LTS:0IIB) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $73.95, compared to a current price of $61.60 — trading 16.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 7. Vivmark Residential's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 4 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 Vivmark Residential (LTS:0IIB), the current Moat Score is 7 as of Sep. 22, 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 Vivmark Residential (LTS:0IIB) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Vivmark Residential stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $61.60 is trading 16.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $73.95. GuruFocus considers Vivmark Residential to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for LTS:0IIB:

  • Moat Score: 7
  • GF Value™: $73.95 vs. price of $61.60 (16.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the LTS:0IIB stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Vivmark Residential Business Description

Industry Real EstateREITs
Address 4040 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 1000, Arlington, VA, USA, 22203
Vivmark Residential is a U.S. real estate investment trust that owns and operates apartment communities, primarily in major metropolitan markets. Its portfolio consists largely of garden-style and mid-rise apartment properties located across New England, the New York/New Jersey region, Washington, D.C., California, and the Pacific Northwest. The company generates revenue mainly through monthly rental income from residential leases, supplemented by fees from ancillary services and, historically, development and management activities. Vivmark also pursues development and redevelopment projects, adding new residential units and upgrading existing properties to drive occupancy and rent growth. Its residents are primarily middle-income households and professionals seeking well-located rental housing in supply-constrained urban and suburban submarkets. The company operates as a self-managed, self-administered REIT and focuses on acquiring, developing, and managing high-quality apartment assets in markets with strong employment and demographic fundamentals.
85GF Score

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