BRE Story

While much has changed since BRE was founded in 1970, what hasn't changed is our ability to grow long-term value--by providing our residents with exceptional places to live.

BRE has a longstanding track record of successfully adapting to the marketplace, turning challenges into opportunities, and thriving at times when many did not.

As a real estate investment trust (REIT), we have unique advantages in developing, acquiring and managing high-quality properties in the best places in the Western United States. We are structured to build long-term value—investing in the locations, conveniences, amenities and comforts people look for in a home. We serve our residents the way we'd like to be served, providing services and lifestyle amenities they care about, building relationships, and complementing our neighborhoods, towns and cities. We've built a culture of innovation and initiative based on the recognition that our people are as unique and valuable to BRE's success as our properties.