ATLASDimensional US Real Estate ETF (DFAR): outlook, holdings and fees
Dimensional US Real Estate ETF (DFAR) is an exchange-traded fund and is managed by Dimensional Fund Advisors. The expense ratio is 0.18% and the yield is 2.71%. The ten largest holdings are 50% of the fund.
Fund data as of Oct 14, 2026 · Price Nov 2, 2026
ATLAS view on DFAR
| Last price | $25.51 (+0.4%) |
|---|---|
| ATLAS chance of a higher price in 1 month | 55% |
| Likely 1-month range (50%) | $24.92 – $26.36 |
| Normal 1-day range (±1σ) | ±1.0% |
| Distribution yield | 2.71% |
ATLAS probabilities use the same calibrated model as every stock page. A fair value is shown for companies, not funds; the holdings below link to the fair value of each company.
DFAR fund facts
| Issuer | Dimensional Fund Advisors |
|---|---|
| Theme | Real estate |
| Assets under management | $1.7B |
| Expense ratio | 0.18% |
| Number of holdings | 50 |
| Portfolio turnover | 0% |
| Inception | Feb 23, 2022 |
| Exchange | NYSE |
The fund, using a market capitalization weighted approach, purchases readily marketable equity securities of companies whose principal activities include ownership, management, development, construction, or sale of residential, commercial or industrial real estate. It will principally invest in equity securities of companies in certain real estate investment trusts and companies engaged in residential construction and firms, except partnerships, whose principal business is to develop commercial property.
DFAR top holdings
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Welltower Inc WELL | Real Estate | 8.47% |
| Prologis Inc PLD | Real Estate | 6.67% |
| Equinix Inc EQIX | Real Estate | 5.43% |
| Simon Property Group Inc SPG | Real Estate | 4.97% |
| Digital Realty Trust Inc DLR | Real Estate | 4.90% |
| American Tower Corp AMT | Real Estate | 4.40% |
| Realty Income Corporation O | Real Estate | 4.20% |
| Public Storage PSA | Real Estate | 4.09% |
| Equity Residential EQR | Real Estate | 3.63% |
| Ventas Inc VTR | Real Estate | 3.46% |
Holdings with an ATLAS page link to their probability range, fair value and earnings calendar.
DFAR sector breakdown
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Real Estate | 100.0% |
By region: North America 100.0%.
DFAR returns and risk
| Year to date | +9.0% |
|---|---|
| 1 year | +8.1% |
| 3 years (annualised) | +11.0% |
| 5 years (annualised) | 0.0% |
| 10 years (annualised) | 0.0% |
| Volatility (3 years) | 15.8% |
| Sharpe ratio (3 years) | 0.39 |
Past returns do not guarantee future results.
DFAR: frequently asked questions
What does DFAR invest in?
Dimensional US Real Estate ETF invests in a portfolio of securities. Its largest holdings are Welltower Inc (8.5%), Prologis Inc (6.7%), Equinix Inc (5.4%), Simon Property Group Inc (5.0%), Digital Realty Trust Inc (4.9%).
What is the DFAR expense ratio?
0.18% a year: about $18.00 for every $10,000 invested.
What is the DFAR dividend yield?
2.71%. ATLAS does not hold the exact distribution dates for ETFs.
Will DFAR go up?
Nobody can know. The ATLAS model puts the chance of a higher price in one month at 55%, with a likely range (50%) of $24.92 to $26.36 from $25.51 today. It is a probability, not a prediction.
How has DFAR performed?
Year to date +9.0%, one year +8.1%, three years +11.0% a year, five years 0.0% a year. Past returns do not guarantee future results.
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