Independence Realty Trust Declares First Quarter 2026 Dividend

The real estate investment trust announced its latest quarterly payout.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Independence Realty Trust, a real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on apartment communities, announced that it has declared a cash dividend for the first quarter of 2026. The dividend of $0.12 per share will be payable on April 15, 2026 to shareholders of record as of March 31, 2026.

Why it matters

As a REIT, Independence Realty Trust is required to distribute at least 90% of its taxable income to shareholders in the form of dividends. This quarterly dividend announcement is a regular part of the company's operations and provides income to its investors.

The details

The $0.12 per share dividend represents a 2% increase from the previous quarter's dividend of $0.117 per share. Independence Realty Trust owns and operates 98 apartment communities across 13 states, comprising over 26,000 units. The company has paid a dividend to shareholders every quarter since its initial public offering in 2013.

  • The dividend will be payable on April 15, 2026.
  • The record date for the dividend is March 31, 2026.

The players

Independence Realty Trust

A real estate investment trust that focuses on acquiring, owning and operating apartment communities.

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The takeaway

This dividend announcement demonstrates Independence Realty Trust's commitment to providing consistent income to its shareholders through its portfolio of apartment properties across the United States.