Bluerock Private Real Estate Fund Declares Distribution Increase for May and June 2026

Rhea-AI Summary

Bluerock Private Real Estate Fund (NYSE:BPRE) declared increased monthly distributions of $0.1208 per share for May and June 2026, its third consecutive increase since shifting to monthly payouts in January 2026.

The distribution implies an annualized market rate of ~8.3% and a tax-equivalent rate of ~13.1% based on the $17.40 close on March 17, 2026. BPRE reports $3.4 billion net assets under management and highlights a 26.9% total return since its 12/16/2025 listing.

Positive

• Distribution increased to $0.1208 per share for May and June 2026
• Annualized market distribution rate of approximately 8.3%
• Tax-equivalent distribution rate of approximately 13.1%
• Net assets under management about $3.4 billion as of 2/28/2026
• Total return of 26.9% since 12/16/2025 listing

Negative

• 67% average return of capital portion could reduce shareholder tax basis

Key Figures

Distribution per share: $0.1208 Market distribution rate: 8.3% Tax-equivalent distribution rate: 13.1% +5 more

8 metrics

Distribution per share $0.1208 Declared for May and June 2026

Market distribution rate 8.3% Annualized, based on $17.40 close on 3/17/2026

Tax-equivalent distribution rate 13.1% Annualized, tax-equivalent, based on stated tax assumptions

Reference share price $17.40 BPRE closing price on 3/17/2026

Total return since listing 26.9% From 12/16/2025 listing through 3/17/2026

Year-to-date total return 18.4% YTD through 3/17/2026

Net assets under management $3.4 billion As of February 28, 2026

Underlying asset value $250 billion Value of underlying assets in 28 equity and 5 debt investments

Market Reality Check

Price: $17.40 Vol: Volume 669,258 vs 20-day ...

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$17.40 Last Close

Volume Volume 669,258 vs 20-day average 598,843 (about 1.12x typical activity). normal

Technical Price $17.40 is trading above the 200-day MA of $16.36 and sits 3.8% below the 52-week high.

Historical Context

3 past events · Latest: Mar 03 (Positive)

Pattern 3 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Mar 03	Monthly distribution	Positive	-0.8%	Announced March 2026 monthly cash distribution and reiterated fund scale metrics.
Feb 06	Distribution increase	Positive	+1.8%	Declared February payout and higher distributions for March and April 2026.
Jan 16	Monthly distribution	Positive	-1.4%	Announced January 2026 monthly distribution and move from quarterly schedule.

Pattern Detected

Recent distribution announcements have had mixed reactions, with two instances of modest pullbacks and one positive move despite broadly similar income-focused messaging.

Recent Company History

This announcement continues a series of distribution-focused updates since listing. In January 2026, BPRE shifted from quarterly to monthly payouts at $0.1117 per share and raised its NAV distribution rate. In February 2026, it lifted future distributions to $0.1167, followed by a March declaration maintaining that level. Today’s move to $0.1208 for May and June 2026 extends that pattern of incremental increases while reiterating multi-billion dollar AUM and exposure to private institutional real estate.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement details another distribution increase to $0.1208 per share for May and June 2026, ...

Analysis

This announcement details another distribution increase to $0.1208 per share for May and June 2026, implying an annualized market distribution rate of 8.3% and a tax-equivalent rate of 13.1%. Management also highlights a 26.9% total return since listing and net assets of about $3.4 billion. Investors may focus on the role of return of capital in payouts, the durability of income from private real estate, and how future distribution decisions track underlying asset performance.

Key Terms

return of capital, net asset value (nav), closed-end fund

3 terms

return of capital financial

"Some or all of the Fund's distributions may be deemed to be a return of capital."

Return of capital is when an investor receives money from their investment that is not considered profit or earnings but rather a portion of the original amount they invested. It’s similar to getting back part of your initial savings rather than gains from it. This matters because it can affect how much money an investor still has in the investment and may have tax implications.

net asset value (nav) financial

"including potential purchases at a discount to Net Asset Value (NAV)."

Net asset value (NAV) is the per-share value of an investment fund calculated by totaling the fund’s assets, subtracting its liabilities, and dividing the remainder by the number of outstanding shares. Think of it like a price tag on each share of a collective piggy bank: investors use NAV to see what each share is worth, to compare funds, and, for many funds, it’s the price at which shares are bought or redeemed.

closed-end fund financial

"Bluerock Private Real Estate Fund ("BPRE" or the "Fund") is a closed-end fund..."

A closed-end fund is a pool of money collected from many investors to buy a diversified mix of stocks, bonds, or other assets, and it is managed by professionals. Unlike some investment options, its shares are bought and sold on stock exchanges at prices determined by supply and demand, which can be above or below the fund's actual value. This structure allows investors to buy or sell shares easily, but the value may fluctuate based on market conditions.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

NEW YORK, March 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bluerock Private Real Estate Fund (ticker: BPRE) today declared that it will increase its distributions for May and June 2026, marking the third distribution increase since the Fund transitioned from quarterly to monthly distributions in January 2026.

The Fund has declared an increased distribution of $0.1208 per share for May 2026 and June 2026, translating to an annualized market distribution rate of approximately 8.3% and an annualized tax-equivalent distribution rate of 13.1%,¹ based on the BPRE closing price of $17.40 on March 17, 2026.

The declaration of a third consecutive distribution increase 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.

BPRE has delivered the highest total return of any real estate listed closed-end fund for the period since its December 16, 2025 listing, with a total return of 26.9%, as well as the highest return for the year-to-date period, with a total return of 18.4%.²

May and June 2026 distributions will be made on the schedule below:

Distribution Month	Record Date	Ex-Dividend Date	Pay Date	Distribution Amount/share
May 2026	5/20/26	5/20/26	5/29/26	$0.1208
June 2026	6/17/26	6/17/26	6/30/26	$0.1208

Net assets under management for BPRE are approximately $3.4 billion as of February 28, 2026. The Fund currently maintains positions in 28 private equity and 5 private debt real estate investments, with underlying assets valued at approximately $250 billion (holdings are subject to change at any time and should not be considered investment advice).

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 thBPREe 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 3/17/2026. 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 37% maximum federal income tax rate and includes the 3.8% Medicare surtax that is applied to the net investment income above certain thresholds. It also includes a 5% average state tax rate. Tax equivalent distribution rate is calculated based on a 67% ROC. 67% is the Fund average (2013-2025) return of capital ("ROC") and non-dividend distribution portion of distributions. ROC, for tax purposes, should be distinguished from an economic return of capital, where an investor is repaid out of its own contributions rather than from the economic profits of the investment. As a tax law concept, an ROC is not tied to an investment's financial performance. ROC distributions reduce the stockholder's tax basis in the year the dividend is received. The stockholder's tax basis may be reduced by ROC distributions in the year the distribution is received and generally defer taxes on that portion until the stockholder's stock is sold. Upon sale, the investor will calculate their gain by reference to the lower cost basis attributable to the ROC distributions, which gain may be subject to tax at capital gain rates.

² Morningstar Direct comparison of market returns of all real estate sector listed closed end funds identified in CEF Connect. BPRE Listing date was 12.16.2025, returns calculated from BPRE opening price of $14.00/share through 3.17.2026.

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

What distribution did BPRE declare for May and June 2026?

BPRE declared a distribution of $0.1208 per share for May and June 2026. According to the company, these are the third consecutive increases since switching to monthly distributions in January 2026.

What is the annualized yield implied by BPRE's May 2026 distribution?

The May 2026 distribution implies an annualized market rate of ~8.3% based on the March 17, 2026 close. According to the company, the tax-equivalent rate is ~13.1% using historical ROC assumptions.

How large are BPRE's assets under management as of February 28, 2026?

BPRE reports net assets under management of approximately $3.4 billion as of February 28, 2026. According to the company, the fund holds private equity and private debt real estate investments.

How has BPRE performed since its listing on December 16, 2025?

BPRE posted a 26.9% total return from its 12/16/2025 listing through 3/17/2026. According to the company, that performance was the highest among listed real estate closed-end funds in the cited comparison.

Does BPRE offer a dividend reinvestment plan (DRIP) for monthly distributions?

Yes. BPRE offers a Distribution Reinvestment Plan (DRIP) for automatic reinvestment of monthly cash distributions. According to the company, the DRIP may enable compounding and potential purchases at discounts to NAV in certain scenarios.

Will any portion of BPRE distributions be treated as return of capital?

Some or all of BPRE's distributions may be deemed a return of capital (ROC), which reduces tax basis. According to the company, its historical average ROC is 67% and is used in tax-equivalent calculations.