Press Releases March 30, 2026

AH Realty Trust Advances Strategic Transformation Through Sale of Two Multifamily Real Estate Financing Investments

AH Realty Trust advances strategic transformation by selling multifamily real estate financing assets and repurchasing shares to strengthen balance sheet and focus on core retail and office portfolios.

By Nina Shah AHRT
AH Realty Trust Advances Strategic Transformation Through Sale of Two Multifamily Real Estate Financing Investments
AHRT

AH Realty Trust has sold two multifamily notes for $63 million as part of its strategic exit from real estate financing, aiming to simplify its platform and focus on core retail and office assets. The company plans to use proceeds to pay down debt and support its share repurchase program, having already repurchased approximately 3.6 million shares for $22 million. These moves reflect a disciplined capital allocation strategy to enhance shareholder value.

Key Points

  • Completed sale of two multifamily notes (Solis North Creek and Solis Peachtree) for $63 million, exiting non-core real estate financing portfolio.
  • Proceeds to be used to reduce debt and support a share repurchase program (3.6 million shares repurchased for $22 million).
  • Strategic focus shifting toward retail and office real estate assets in Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern U.S. with goal of long-term shareholder value creation.

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., March 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AH Realty Trust (NYSE: AHRT) (“AHRT”), formerly Armada Hoffler, today announced it has completed a sale of two multifamily notes previously held within AH Realty Trust’s real estate financing platform, for an aggregate purchase price of $63 million. Under the agreement, the buyer has acquired the Company’s investment in Solis North Creek and Solis Peachtree.

This transaction represents AH Realty Trust’s continued progress in the Company’s exit from its real estate financing program and the simplification of the Company’s platform as part of its strategic transformation to create long-term shareholder value. AH Realty Trust intends to use proceeds from the transaction to pay down debt, further strengthening the balance sheet, and support its share repurchase program.

“This transaction reflects the disciplined and successful execution of our strategic plan and the continued simplification of our platform,” said Shawn Tibbetts, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of AH Realty Trust. “By divesting our non-core assets, including our multifamily and real estate financing platforms, we are reducing leverage and sharpening our focus on our core retail and office portfolios where we have the greatest opportunities to generate strong returns for investors.”

Additionally, the Company announced recent capital markets activity, including the repurchase of approximately 3.6 million shares at a price of $5.72 per share, totaling $22 million. These actions reflect the Company’s disciplined approach to capital allocation and its ongoing commitment to returning capital to and driving long‑term value for shareholders.

About AH Realty Trust

AH Realty Trust (NYSE: AHRT), formerly known as Armada Hoffler, is a real estate investment trust (“REIT”) with over four decades of experience. The Company owns and operates high-quality retail and office assets located primarily in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern United States. AH Realty Trust focuses on disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation for shareholders. For more information visit AHRealtyTrust.com.

Contact:
Chelsea Forrest
AH Realty Trust
EVP of Investor Relations and Administration
Email: chelsea.forrest@ahrealtytrust.com 
Phone: (757) 366-4000


Risks

  • Market conditions could affect the company's retail and office property performance amid economic shifts impacting commercial real estate sector.
  • Potential challenges in repositioning the portfolio and achieving expected returns during the transition away from multifamily financing.
  • Share repurchase program effectiveness depends on stock price and market perception, which could vary with execution and external factors.

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