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EPLP - Consolidated Statements of Capital (Parenthetical) - $ / shares | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2023 | Dec. 31, 2022 | Dec. 31, 2021
Essex Portfolio, L.P. |  |  |
Distributions declared (in dollars per share) | $ 9.24 | $ 8.80 | $ 8.36

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