Does Equity LifeStyle Properties pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Equity LifeStyle Properties employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Equity LifeStyle Properties. This rating has improved by 11% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Equity LifeStyle Properties?

67% of Equity LifeStyle Properties employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Equity LifeStyle Properties 3.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.4 for culture and values and 3.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Equity LifeStyle Properties?

Community Manager (36) , Property Manager (24) , Administrative Assistant (18) , Resort Manager (17) , Manager (16) , General Manager (12) , Regional Manager (10) , Sales Associate (10) , Maintenance Supervisor (7) , Customer Service Representative (6) , Housekeeper (5) , Park Ranger (5) , Analyst (4) , Assistant Manager (4) , Intern (4)

What are the pros of working at Equity LifeStyle Properties according to real employee reviews?

"The people you work with on a daily schedule are great and help with anything you need" ((in 40 reviews)); "Great work life balance available" ((in 20 reviews)); "The particular branch I worked at was a calm environment great team to work for." ((in 13 reviews)); "Great coworkers, and fun activities" ((in 11 reviews)); "Great Leadership and will help you through all needs." ((in 7 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Equity LifeStyle Properties according to real employee reviews?

"Upper management is Cheap cheap cheap and it shows" ((in 24 reviews)); "Health Benefits are expensive and minimal" ((in 18 reviews)); "If you have a bad manager then your life will be hell." ((in 17 reviews)); "No training" ((in 12 reviews)); "Medical insurance is terrible and does not cover anything" ((in 10 reviews))

What are the top reviewed Equity LifeStyle Properties locations?

Chicago , Orlando , Tampa , Phoenix , Biloxi , Los Angeles , Mesa , Gautier , Jacksonville , Largo , Monroe , Fort Myers , Clermont , Williamsburg , New York , Scottsdale , Saulsbury , Apple Valley , Riverside , South Lake Tahoe , Las Vegas , Leavenworth , Eugene , East Stroudsburg , Hershey , Manheim , Long Key , Miami , Leesburg , Stuart

Equity LifeStyle Properties reviews

3.3

67% would recommend to a friend

(525 total reviews)

Marguerite Nader

76% approve of CEO

61% positive business outlook

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Equity LifeStyle Properties has an employee rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars, based on 525 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Equity LifeStyle Properties employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Real Estate industry (3.8 stars).

Reviews by job title

525 reviews

5.0

Nov 18, 2025

Supportive Leadership and Collaborative Culture

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great company with strong, supportive leadership. The culture is collaborative and people genuinely care about doing the right thing. I feel valued and appreciate the transparency from the top. I feel supported and encouraged to grow.

Cons

Because so many stakeholders are involved in decision-making, certain decisions can take longer than expected. Streamlining the process would help teams move faster.

1.0

Nov 13, 2025

Toxic, micro-managed, culture that prioritizes conformity over everything

Manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

-Most of senior management team is open to new ideas -Great visibility with execs -Talented and passionate co-workers and teams across the business -Lots of pride among the Property Managers

Cons

-Toxic and/or lazy leadership especially in Asset Management, Operations, IT, and HR -Office Hybrid schedule is not really hybrid - very much butts in seats 4 days a week 8 hours a day with minimal flexibility -Low trust in HR especially leadership team -Would rather micro manage than let employees take lead -Most leaders are not receptive to feedback -Stop promoting the same people and bad leaders/managers -Awful healthcare and poor benefits

4.0

Nov 7, 2025

Solid, transparent workplace

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Strong onboarding, clear communication and expectations, engaging work, good team.

Cons

Benefits (specifically health insurance) are not great--expensive and limited coverage.

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