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EPR Company Overview

EPR Properties is a U.S.-based real estate investment trust (REIT) focused primarily on experiential real estate. The company invests in properties tied to entertainment, recreation, and education-related activities, with revenue generated mainly through long-term triple-net leases under which tenants are generally responsible for taxes, insurance, and maintenance costs. EPR operates within the commercial real estate and experiential leisure industries, with a portfolio that has historically included movie theaters, eat-and-play venues, ski resorts, attractions, fitness and wellness properties, and other destination-oriented assets. The company’s shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker EPR.

The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Over time, EPR evolved from a broader entertainment-focused REIT into a more specialized experiential real estate owner emphasizing properties considered less vulnerable to e-commerce disruption. Its strategic positioning has centered on experiential destinations that rely on in-person consumer engagement, differentiating it from traditional retail or office REITs. The company has periodically adjusted its portfolio composition in response to market conditions, including reducing exposure to education properties and expanding investment categories tied to recreation and hospitality-oriented experiences.