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EPLP - Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited) (Parenthetical) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2023 | Jun. 30, 2022
Essex Portfolio, L.P. |  |
Interest capitalized | $ 0.5 | $ 1.5

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