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Leases - Summary of Residential Bad Debt for Company's Properties (Details) - Residential Leases [Member] - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2025 | Mar. 31, 2024
Lessor Lease Description [Line Items] |  |
Bad debt, net | $ 7,697 | $ 9,215
% of residential rental income | 1.00% | 1.30%

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