Bluerock Private Real Estate Fund Announces February 2026 Distribution and Declares Increased Distributions for March and April 2026
Rhea-AI Summary
Bluerock Private Real Estate Fund (NYSE:BPRE) will pay a February 2026 cash distribution of $0.1117 per share on Feb 27, 2026 to holders of record Feb 13, 2026, and declared increased monthly distributions of $0.1167 per share for March and April 2026.
The February distribution implies an annualized market rate of 8.20%; the March/April rate implies 8.57%, based on a closing price of $16.34 on Feb 5, 2026. Net assets under management are approximately $3.5 billion as of Jan 31, 2026, with positions in 28 private equity and 5 private debt investments and underlying assets valued at about $250 billion.
Positive
- Monthly distribution increased to $0.1167 for March and April 2026
- Annualized market distribution rate rose to 8.57% based on 2/5/2026 close
- Net assets under management of $3.5 billion as of 1/31/2026
Negative
- High historical return of capital: 67% average ROC (2013–2025), reducing shareholder tax basis
- Some or all distributions may be return of capital, deferring taxes but potentially increasing taxable gain on sale
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No peers with momentum data were flagged, suggesting the -1.21% move reflected stock-specific trading rather than a broader sector shift.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 16 | Distribution announcement | Positive | -1.4% | First monthly distribution and higher NAV payout rate announced. |
With one recent example, BPRE showed a negative price reaction to a positive distribution announcement, suggesting mild selling pressure around payout news.
On Jan 16, 2026, BPRE announced its first monthly cash distribution of $0.1117 per share, moving from quarterly to monthly payments and lifting its NAV distribution rate from 5.25% to 5.5%. Net assets under management were about $3.5 billion, backed by underlying real estate assets near $250 billion. The stock fell about 1.35% after that news, and today’s distribution increase continues the same income-focused narrative.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement outlines higher monthly distributions for February through April 2026, with payouts rising to $0.1167 per share and market distribution rates up to 8.57%. It follows January’s shift from quarterly to monthly distributions and maintains net assets around $3.5 billion. Investors may track future notices on the share of distributions deemed return of capital and how portfolio reallocations across private real estate sectors support these payout levels.
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On February 27, 2026, BPRE will pay a cash distribution of
BPRE also announced that its Board of Trustees has declared higher monthly distributions in the amount of
The declaration of a second increase to BPRE distributions since the Fund's listing is reflective of management's commitment to consistently increasing distributions as it reallocates capital to the sectors it believes offer the greatest opportunity for higher yields, durable income and improved risk-adjusted returns.
February, March, and April 2026 distributions will be made on the schedule below:
Distribution Month | Record Date | Ex-Dividend Date | Pay Date | Distribution |
February 2026 | 2/13/26 | 2/13/26 | 2/27/26 | |
March 2026 | 3/12/26 | 3/12/26 | 3/27/26 | |
April 2026 | 4/15/26 | 4/15/26 | 4/30/26 |
Net assets under management for BPRE are approximately
BPRE is pleased to offer its shareholders a Distribution Reinvestment Plan (DRIP) program, providing a structured and convenient way for investors to automatically reinvest monthly cash distributions into additional shares, allowing for the potential of enhanced compounding and, in certain scenarios, the ability to acquire shares at favorable pricing, including potential purchases at a discount to Net Asset Value (NAV).
BPRE is the only listed closed-end fund offering dedicated access to private institutional real estate – an asset class traditionally accessible only to large institutions and ultra-high-net-worth investors. Through BPRE, shareholders benefit from an income-oriented portfolio of institutional-quality private real estate focused on our high-conviction sectors, complemented by real estate credit exposure.
Some or all of the Fund's distributions may be deemed to be a return of capital. The Fund provides a notice of its best estimate of the sources of a distribution at the time of such distribution. Such notice and other detailed Fund information is available at bprefund.com.
Bluerock Private Real Estate Fund ("BPRE" or the "Fund") is a closed-end fund that is traded on the New York Stock Exchange. BPRE seeks to deliver consistent current income while also pursuing long-term capital appreciation. With a focus on low to moderate volatility and a low correlation to broader market fluctuations, BPRE is designed to offer investment exposure beyond the core four real estate sectors and provide access to emerging growth real estate sectors, potentially supporting both stability and growth.
¹ The market distribution rate is calculated by annualizing the distribution for the relevant month and dividing by the Fund's closing price on the NYSE for 2/5/2026. The tax-equivalent distribution rate is the rate a fully taxable investment needs in order to equal the after-tax rate on a comparable tax-advantaged investment. The example assumes
CAUTIONARY NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
Statements included herein may constitute "forward-looking" statements as that term is defined in Section 27A of the Securities Act, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements with regard to future events or the future performance or operations of the Fund, including but not limited to, liquidity events. Words such as "intends," "will," "believes," "expects," and "may" or similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are subject to the inherent uncertainties in predicting future results and conditions. Certain factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in these forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include changes in the economy, geo-political risks, risks associated with possible disruption to the Fund's operations or the economy generally due to hostilities, terrorism, natural disasters or pandemics such as COVID-19, future changes in laws or regulations and conditions in the Fund's operating area, unexpected costs, the ability of the Fund to complete the listing of the common shares on a national securities exchange, the price at which the common shares may trade on a national securities exchange, and failure to list the common shares on a national securities exchange, and such other factors that are disclosed in the Fund's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"). The inclusion of forward-looking statements should not be regarded as a representation that any plans, estimates or expectations will be achieved. Any forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this communication. Except as required by federal securities laws, the Fund undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any of these forward-looking statements.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON RISK
Investing in the Fund involves risks, including the risk that you may receive little or no return on your investment or that you may lose part or all of your investment. Investors should carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses of BPRE.
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FAQ
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