Post Properties was a publicly traded real estate investment trust (REIT) that specialized in the development, ownership, and management of multifamily apartment communities. Founded in 1971 by John A. Williams in Atlanta, Georgia, the company primarily operated in major metropolitan areas across the United States, with a significant presence in the Southeast and Southwest regions. The company focused on developing and acquiring upscale apartment communities in urban and suburban locations, often targeting young professionals and affluent renters. Post Properties was known for its distinctive architectural style and high-quality amenities in its residential communities. The REIT traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol PPS. In 2016, Post Properties merged with Mid-America Apartment Communities (MAA) in a stock-for-stock transaction valued at approximately $3.88 billion. At the time of the merger, Post Properties owned and operated approximately 24,000 apartment units across 61 properties in markets including Atlanta, Dallas, Washington D.C., and Tampa. The merger created one of the largest multifamily REITs in the United States, combining Post’s urban portfolio with MAA’s suburban presence. The combined company continued to operate under the MAA name and trades on the NYSE under the ticker symbol MAA.