MAA Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
MAA - Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc.
$117.68
0.32 (0.27%)
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5d:
+1.78%
30d:
-1.23%
90d:
-11.35%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 28, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: MAA shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: MAA shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
MAA is flagged by 1 backtest-validated scanner today
SPY Bullish (stocks from this scanner have beaten SPY by a median 0.37% over the next 20 trading days; MAA has been on it 2 days). Backtested on 8 months of scanner history vs the S&P 500, as of 2026-10-21.
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Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$53.07
Based on -6.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$32.95
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: MAA is currently trading at $117.68, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $115.40 to $120.50. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 38.2) is in line with its historical norms (38.8). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.5% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 13.7% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MAA is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $118.91. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: MAA scores 70/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $136.68 (+16.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MAA is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $118.91. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: MAA scores 70/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $136.68 (+16.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$115.40 -
$120.50
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
84.6%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (70/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($136.68)
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 70/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$115.40 -
$120.50
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$3.14
(2.7%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$113.95
Resistance Level
$118.91
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
38.22
Wall Street Target
$136.68
(+16.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
1.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
13.7%
Profit Margin
18.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
38.2 vs 38.8
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$117.09
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$116.51
(-1%)
3-Year Target
$115.92
(-2%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 38→39)
$117.67
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 38.2, Growth: -17.7%)
$85.79
(+-27%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: -17.7%)
$44.57
(-62%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.9, Growth: -17.7%)
$37.89
(-68%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 34.32 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.42
Bull Case
$116.22
(-1%)
Analyst growth -10.0%, PE expands to 37.8
Base Case
$105.65
(-10%)
Market implied -10.0%, PE stable at 34.3
Bear Case
$79.80
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 29.2
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 38.2 to 38.8
Stabilization Target:
$119.46
(+1.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+1.5%
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Last updated: October 21, 2026 11:44 PM ET
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