Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

On July 29, 2009, Equity Residential issued a press release announcing its results of operations and financial condition as of June 30, 2009 and for the six months and quarter then ended. The press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1. The information contained in this report on Form 8-K, including Exhibit 99.1, is being furnished and shall not be deemed "filed" with the Securities and Exchange Commission nor incorporated by reference in any registration statement filed by Equity Residential under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

Exhibit Number Exhibit 99.1 Press Release dated July 29, 2009, announcing the results of operations and financial condition of Equity Residential as of June 30, 2009 and for the six months and quarter then ended.

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