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Schedule III Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Total Real Estate Assets, net of Real Estate Joint Venture      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,105,264      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 10,305,691      
Gross Amount, Land 2,105,264      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 13,901,354      
Total 16,006,618 $ 15,246,658 $ 14,704,237 $ 14,338,895
Accumulated Depreciation (4,864,690) $ (4,302,747) $ (3,848,161) $ (3,415,105)
Net 11,141,928      
Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,595,663      
Paddock Club At Providence        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Huntsville, AL      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,740      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 10,152      
Paddock Club At Providence | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures 19,404      
Total Residential Properties        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Initial Cost Land 1,903,416      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 10,093,055      
Gross Amount, Land 1,903,416      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 13,282,597      
Total 15,186,013      
Accumulated Depreciation (4,773,253)      
Net 10,412,760      
Total Residential Properties | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures 3,189,542      
Total Properties In Predevelopment        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Initial Cost Land 36,224      
Gross Amount, Land 36,224      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 17,219      
Total 53,443      
Net 53,443      
Total Properties In Predevelopment | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 17,219      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Birchall At Ross Bridge        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Birmingham, AL      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,641      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 28,842      
Gross Amount, Land 2,641      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 33,716      
Total 36,357      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,048)      
Net $ 22,309      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2009      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2011      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Birchall At Ross Bridge | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,874      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand At Riverchase Trails        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Birmingham, AL      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,762      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 22,079      
Gross Amount, Land 3,762      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 29,718      
Total 33,480      
Accumulated Depreciation (13,775)      
Net $ 19,705      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2010      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand At Riverchase Trails | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,639      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At Trussville        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Birmingham, AL      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,403      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 31,813      
Gross Amount, Land 3,403      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 39,394      
Total 42,797      
Accumulated Depreciation (16,557)      
Net $ 26,240      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At Trussville | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At Trussville | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1997      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At Trussville | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,581      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Eagle Ridge        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Birmingham, AL      
Initial Cost Land $ 852      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 7,667      
Gross Amount, Land 852      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 13,711      
Total 14,563      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,133)      
Net $ 4,430      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1986      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1998      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Eagle Ridge | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,044      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand At Traditions        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Gulf Shores, AL      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,212      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 25,162      
Gross Amount, Land 3,212      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 32,888      
Total 36,100      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,324)      
Net $ 21,776      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2007      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand At Traditions | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,726      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand At Edgewater        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Huntsville, AL      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,944      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 38,673      
Gross Amount, Land 4,944      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 49,398      
Total 54,342      
Accumulated Depreciation (19,236)      
Net $ 35,106      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1990      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand At Edgewater | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 10,725      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Paddock Club At Providence        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Gross Amount, Land 1,740      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 29,556      
Total 31,296      
Accumulated Depreciation (18,831)      
Net $ 12,465      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1993      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1997      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand At Madison        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Madison, AL      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,602      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 28,934      
Gross Amount, Land 3,602      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 33,829      
Total 37,431      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,534)      
Net $ 22,897      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2000      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand At Madison | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,895      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Cypress Village        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Orange Beach, AL      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,290      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 12,238      
Gross Amount, Land 1,290      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 15,774      
Total 17,064      
Accumulated Depreciation (6,523)      
Net $ 10,541      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2008      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Cypress Village | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,536      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand At Liberty Park        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Vestavia Hills, AL      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,922      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 30,977      
Gross Amount, Land 3,922      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 41,162      
Total 45,084      
Accumulated Depreciation (17,933)      
Net $ 27,151      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2000      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand At Liberty Park | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 10,185      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Sky View        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Gilbert, AZ      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,668      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 14,577      
Gross Amount, Land 2,668      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 18,030      
Total 20,698      
Accumulated Depreciation (9,220)      
Net $ 11,478      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2007      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2009      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Sky View | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,453      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA City Gate        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Mesa, AZ      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,219      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 26,255      
Gross Amount, Land 4,219      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 31,760      
Total 35,979      
Accumulated Depreciation (13,121)      
Net $ 22,858      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2002      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA City Gate | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,505      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lyons Gate        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Phoenix, AZ      
Initial Cost Land $ 7,901      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 27,182      
Gross Amount, Land 7,901      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 32,423      
Total 40,324      
Accumulated Depreciation (16,691)      
Net $ 23,633      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2007      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2008      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lyons Gate | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,241      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Fountainhead        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Phoenix, AZ      
Initial Cost Land $ 12,212      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 56,705      
Gross Amount, Land 12,212      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 60,410      
Total 72,622      
Accumulated Depreciation (13,915)      
Net $ 58,707      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2015      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Fountainhead | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,705      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Foothills        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Phoenix, AZ      
Initial Cost Land $ 12,741      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 47,701      
Gross Amount, Land 12,741      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 54,352      
Total 67,093      
Accumulated Depreciation (31,364)      
Net $ 35,729      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2005      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2006      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Foothills | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,651      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Phoenix Midtown        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Phoenix, AZ      
Initial Cost Land $ 9,001      
Gross Amount, Land 9,001      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 74,433      
Total 83,434      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,403)      
Net $ 73,031      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2021      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2019      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Phoenix Midtown | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 74,433      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Central Ave        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Phoenix, AZ      
Initial Cost Land $ 11,323      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 90,350      
Gross Amount, Land 11,323      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 90,350      
Total 101,673      
Accumulated Depreciation (541)      
Net $ 101,132      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2022      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2023      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Old Town Scottsdale        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Scottsdale, AZ      
Initial Cost Land $ 7,820      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 51,627      
Gross Amount, Land 7,820      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 64,702      
Total 72,522      
Accumulated Depreciation (24,850)      
Net $ 47,672      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Old Town Scottsdale | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1994      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Old Town Scottsdale | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1995      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Old Town Scottsdale | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 13,075      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Camelback        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Scottsdale, AZ      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,612      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 20,273      
Gross Amount, Land 3,612      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 27,409      
Total 31,021      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,475)      
Net $ 20,546      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1999      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Camelback | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,136      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Sky Song        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Scottsdale, AZ      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures $ 55,748      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 60,908      
Total 60,908      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,354)      
Net $ 46,554      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2014      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2015      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Sky Song | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,160      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Crowfield        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Goose Creek, SC      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,321      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 14,163      
Gross Amount, Land 1,321      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 19,841      
Total 21,162      
Accumulated Depreciation (9,215)      
Net $ 11,947      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1985      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Crowfield | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,678      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA River North        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Denver, CO      
Initial Cost Land $ 14,500      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 28,900      
Gross Amount, Land 14,500      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 70,714      
Total 85,214      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,943)      
Net $ 70,271      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2018      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA River North | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 41,814      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Promenade        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Denver, CO      
Initial Cost Land $ 24,111      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 81,317      
Gross Amount, Land 24,111      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 104,488      
Total 128,599      
Accumulated Depreciation (18,619)      
Net $ 109,980      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2018      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Promenade | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2017      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Promenade | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2019      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Promenade | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 23,171      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Westglenn        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Denver, CO      
Initial Cost Land $ 8,077      
Gross Amount, Land 8,077      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 74,335      
Total 82,412      
Accumulated Depreciation (9,398)      
Net $ 73,014      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2021      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2018      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Westglenn | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 74,335      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Tiffany Oaks        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Altamonte Springs, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,024      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 9,219      
Gross Amount, Land 1,024      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 17,731      
Total 18,755      
Accumulated Depreciation (12,741)      
Net $ 6,014      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1985      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1996      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Tiffany Oaks | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 8,512      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lakewood Ranch        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Bradenton, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,980      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 40,230      
Gross Amount, Land 2,980      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 50,450      
Total 53,430      
Accumulated Depreciation (19,988)      
Net $ 33,442      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1999      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lakewood Ranch | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 10,220      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Indigo Point        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Brandon, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,167      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 10,500      
Gross Amount, Land 1,167      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 17,119      
Total 18,286      
Accumulated Depreciation (11,661)      
Net $ 6,625      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1989      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2000      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Indigo Point | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,619      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brandon        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Brandon, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,896      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 26,111      
Gross Amount, Land 2,896      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 36,955      
Total 39,851      
Accumulated Depreciation (26,741)      
Net $ 13,110      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1998      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1997      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brandon | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 10,844      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Hammocks        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Savannah, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,441      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 36,863      
Gross Amount, Land 2,441      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 46,211      
Total 48,652      
Accumulated Depreciation (19,218)      
Net $ 29,434      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1997      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Hammocks | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 9,348      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Huntington        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Savannah, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,521      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 8,223      
Gross Amount, Land 2,521      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 11,678      
Total 14,199      
Accumulated Depreciation (5,107)      
Net $ 9,092      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1986      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Huntington | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,455      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Coral Springs        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Coral Springs, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 9,600      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 40,004      
Gross Amount, Land 9,600      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 59,018      
Total 68,618      
Accumulated Depreciation (34,915)      
Net $ 33,703      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2004      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Coral Springs | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 19,014      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Paddock Club Gainesville        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Gainesville, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,800      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 15,879      
Gross Amount, Land 1,800      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 22,949      
Total 24,749      
Accumulated Depreciation (13,687)      
Net $ 11,062      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1999      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1998      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Paddock Club Gainesville | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,070      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Retreat At Magnolia Park        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Gainesville, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,040      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 16,338      
Gross Amount, Land 2,040      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 18,311      
Total 20,351      
Accumulated Depreciation (7,986)      
Net $ 12,365      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2009      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2011      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Retreat At Magnolia Park | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 1,973      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Heathrow        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Heathrow, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,101      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 35,684      
Gross Amount, Land 4,101      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 42,357      
Total 46,458      
Accumulated Depreciation (18,480)      
Net $ 27,978      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1997      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Heathrow | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,673      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | 220 Riverside        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Jacksonville, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,381      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 35,514      
Gross Amount, Land 2,381      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 45,135      
Total 47,516      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,000)      
Net $ 37,516      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2015      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2012      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | 220 Riverside | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 9,621      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Atlantic Crossing        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Jacksonville, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,000      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 19,495      
Gross Amount, Land 4,000      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 23,915      
Total 27,915      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,140)      
Net $ 17,775      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2008      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2011      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Atlantic Crossing | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,420      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Coopers Hawk        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Jacksonville, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 854      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 7,500      
Gross Amount, Land 854      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 13,120      
Total 13,974      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,199)      
Net $ 3,775      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1987      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1995      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Coopers Hawk | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,620      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Hunters Ridge At Deerwood        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Jacksonville, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,533      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 13,835      
Gross Amount, Land 1,533      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 20,994      
Total 22,527      
Accumulated Depreciation (16,017)      
Net $ 6,510      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1987      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1997      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Hunters Ridge At Deerwood | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,159      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Lakeside        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Jacksonville, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,430      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 12,883      
Gross Amount, Land 1,430      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 23,785      
Total 25,215      
Accumulated Depreciation (18,466)      
Net $ 6,749      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1985      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1996      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Lakeside | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 10,902      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Lighthouse At Fleming Island        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Jacksonville, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,047      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 35,052      
Gross Amount, Land 4,047      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 42,935      
Total 46,982      
Accumulated Depreciation (27,537)      
Net $ 19,445      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2003      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2003      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Lighthouse At Fleming Island | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,883      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Paddock Club Mandarin        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Jacksonville, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,411      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 14,967      
Gross Amount, Land 1,411      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 20,234      
Total 21,645      
Accumulated Depreciation (12,142)      
Net $ 9,503      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1998      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1998      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Paddock Club Mandarin | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,267      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Mandarin Lakes        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Jacksonville, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,857      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 6,475      
Gross Amount, Land 2,857      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 30,256      
Total 33,113      
Accumulated Depreciation (15,848)      
Net $ 17,265      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1995      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Mandarin Lakes | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1987      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Mandarin Lakes | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2008      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Mandarin Lakes | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 23,781      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Tattersall At Tapestry Park        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Jacksonville, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 6,417      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 36,069      
Gross Amount, Land 6,417      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 40,304      
Total 46,721      
Accumulated Depreciation (16,663)      
Net $ 30,058      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2009      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2011      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Tattersall At Tapestry Park | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,235      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Woodhollow        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Jacksonville, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,678      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 15,179      
Gross Amount, Land 1,678      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 26,583      
Total 28,261      
Accumulated Depreciation (20,669)      
Net $ 7,592      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1986      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1997      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Woodhollow | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 11,404      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lake Mary        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Lake Mary, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 6,346      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 41,539      
Gross Amount, Land 6,346      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 68,172      
Total 74,518      
Accumulated Depreciation (23,829)      
Net $ 50,689      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2012      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lake Mary | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 26,633      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Town Park        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Lake Mary, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 9,223      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 66,873      
Gross Amount, Land 9,223      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 78,530      
Total 87,753      
Accumulated Depreciation (34,905)      
Net $ 52,848      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Town Park | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2004      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Town Park | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2005      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Town Park | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 11,657      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Heather Glen        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Orlando, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,662      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 56,988      
Gross Amount, Land 4,662      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 67,453      
Total 72,115      
Accumulated Depreciation (28,202)      
Net $ 43,913      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2000      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Heather Glen | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 10,465      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Randal Lakes        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Orlando, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 8,859      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 50,553      
Gross Amount, Land 8,859      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 101,303      
Total 110,162      
Accumulated Depreciation (23,114)      
Net $ 87,048      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Randal Lakes | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2014      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Randal Lakes | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2017      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Randal Lakes | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 50,750      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Robinson        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Orlando, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 6,003      
Gross Amount, Land 6,003      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 91,741      
Total 97,744      
Accumulated Depreciation (11,620)      
Net $ 86,124      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2021      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2018      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Robinson | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 91,741      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Baldwin Park        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Orlando, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 18,101      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 144,200      
Gross Amount, Land 18,101      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 151,215      
Total 169,316      
Accumulated Depreciation (43,119)      
Net $ 126,197      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2011      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Baldwin Park | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,015      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Crosswater        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Orlando, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 7,046      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 52,585      
Gross Amount, Land 7,046      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 55,766      
Total 62,812      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,359)      
Net $ 48,453      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2013      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Crosswater | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,181      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Parkside        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Orlando, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 5,669      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 49,754      
Gross Amount, Land 5,669      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 60,609      
Total 66,278      
Accumulated Depreciation (16,663)      
Net $ 49,615      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1999      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Parkside | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 10,855      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lake Nona        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Orlando, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 7,880      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 41,175      
Gross Amount, Land 7,880      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 49,564      
Total 57,444      
Accumulated Depreciation (20,138)      
Net $ 37,306      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2006      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2012      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lake Nona | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 8,389      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Sand Lake        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Orlando, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 7,635      
Gross Amount, Land 7,635      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 56,019      
Total 63,654      
Accumulated Depreciation (7,632)      
Net $ 56,022      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2021      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2019      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Sand Lake | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 56,019      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Palm Harbor        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Palm Harbor, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 6,900      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 26,613      
Gross Amount, Land 6,900      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 32,727      
Total 39,627      
Accumulated Depreciation (16,900)      
Net $ 22,727      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2000      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2009      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Palm Harbor | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,114      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Club At Panama Beach        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Panama City, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 893      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 14,276      
Gross Amount, Land 893      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 20,994      
Total 21,887      
Accumulated Depreciation (13,126)      
Net $ 8,761      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2000      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1998      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Club At Panama Beach | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,718      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Twin Lakes        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Sanford, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,091      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 47,793      
Gross Amount, Land 3,091      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 55,771      
Total 58,862      
Accumulated Depreciation (22,697)      
Net $ 36,165      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2005      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Twin Lakes | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,978      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Paddock Club Tallahassee        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Tallahassee, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,480      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 4,805      
Gross Amount, Land 1,480      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 20,919      
Total 22,399      
Accumulated Depreciation (16,166)      
Net $ 6,233      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1992      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1997      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Paddock Club Tallahassee | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 16,114      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Verandas at Southwood        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Tallahassee, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,600      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 25,914      
Gross Amount, Land 3,600      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 29,206      
Total 32,806      
Accumulated Depreciation (9,867)      
Net $ 22,939      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2003      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2011      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Verandas at Southwood | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,292      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Belmere        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Tampa, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 852      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 7,667      
Gross Amount, Land 852      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 17,726      
Total 18,578      
Accumulated Depreciation (12,488)      
Net $ 6,090      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1984      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1994      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Belmere | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 10,059      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Hampton Preserve        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Tampa, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 17,029      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 131,398      
Gross Amount, Land 17,029      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 138,107      
Total 155,136      
Accumulated Depreciation (32,817)      
Net $ 122,319      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Hampton Preserve | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2012      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Hampton Preserve | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2021      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2022      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Hampton Preserve | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,709      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Carrollwood        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Tampa, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 927      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 7,355      
Gross Amount, Land 927      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 15,656      
Total 16,583      
Accumulated Depreciation (11,174)      
Net $ 5,409      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1980      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1998      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Carrollwood | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 8,301      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Bay View        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Tampa, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,541      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 28,381      
Gross Amount, Land 4,541      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 31,596      
Total 36,137      
Accumulated Depreciation (8,951)      
Net $ 27,186      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1997      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Bay View | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,215      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Harbour Island        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Tampa, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 16,296      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 116,193      
Gross Amount, Land 16,296      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 135,669      
Total 151,965      
Accumulated Depreciation (39,833)      
Net $ 112,132      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1997      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Harbour Island | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 19,476      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Hyde Park        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Tampa, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 16,891      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 95,259      
Gross Amount, Land 16,891      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 109,162      
Total 126,053      
Accumulated Depreciation (31,218)      
Net $ 94,835      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1994      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Hyde Park | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 13,903      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Rocky Point        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Tampa, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 35,260      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 153,102      
Gross Amount, Land 35,260      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 176,143      
Total 211,403      
Accumulated Depreciation (50,629)      
Net $ 160,774      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Rocky Point | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1994      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Rocky Point | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1995      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Rocky Point | Phase III [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Rocky Point | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 23,041      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA SoHo Square        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Tampa, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 5,190      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 56,296      
Gross Amount, Land 5,190      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 58,514      
Total 63,704      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,636)      
Net $ 49,068      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2012      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA SoHo Square | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 2,218      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Tampa Oaks        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Tampa, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,891      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 19,055      
Gross Amount, Land 2,891      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 24,093      
Total 26,984      
Accumulated Depreciation (11,896)      
Net $ 15,088      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2005      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2008      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Tampa Oaks | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,038      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Seven Oaks        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Wesley Chapel, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,051      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 42,768      
Gross Amount, Land 3,051      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 47,939      
Total 50,990      
Accumulated Depreciation (19,693)      
Net $ 31,297      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2004      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Seven Oaks | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,171      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Windermere        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Windermere, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,711      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 36,710      
Gross Amount, Land 2,711      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 40,839      
Total 43,550      
Accumulated Depreciation (16,012)      
Net $ 27,538      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2009      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Windermere | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,129      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Briarcliff        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Atlanta, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 24,614      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 114,921      
Gross Amount, Land 24,614      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 126,128      
Total 150,742      
Accumulated Depreciation (34,513)      
Net $ 116,229      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Briarcliff | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 11,207      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brookhaven        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Atlanta, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 29,048      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 106,463      
Gross Amount, Land 29,048      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 121,693      
Total 150,741      
Accumulated Depreciation (35,573)      
Net $ 115,168      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brookhaven | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1989      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brookhaven | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1992      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brookhaven | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 15,230      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brookwood        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Atlanta, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 11,168      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 52,758      
Gross Amount, Land 11,168      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 61,127      
Total 72,295      
Accumulated Depreciation (24,045)      
Net $ 48,250      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2008      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2012      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brookwood | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 8,369      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Buckhead        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Atlanta, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 8,633      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 19,844      
Gross Amount, Land 8,633      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 32,144      
Total 40,777      
Accumulated Depreciation (13,651)      
Net $ 27,126      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2002      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2012      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Buckhead | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 12,300      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Centennial Park        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Atlanta, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 13,650      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 10,950      
Gross Amount, Land 13,650      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 74,279      
Total 87,929      
Accumulated Depreciation (13,099)      
Net $ 74,830      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2018      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Centennial Park | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 63,329      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Chastain        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Atlanta, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 30,223      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 82,964      
Gross Amount, Land 30,223      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 89,017      
Total 119,240      
Accumulated Depreciation (24,772)      
Net $ 94,468      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1990      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Chastain | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,053      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Dunwoody        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Atlanta, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 15,799      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 48,054      
Gross Amount, Land 15,799      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 55,726      
Total 71,525      
Accumulated Depreciation (15,838)      
Net $ 55,687      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1995      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Dunwoody | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,672      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Gardens        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Atlanta, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 17,907      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 56,093      
Gross Amount, Land 17,907      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 68,847      
Total 86,754      
Accumulated Depreciation (19,499)      
Net $ 67,255      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Gardens | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 12,754      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Glen        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Atlanta, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 13,878      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 51,079      
Gross Amount, Land 13,878      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 60,096      
Total 73,974      
Accumulated Depreciation (17,023)      
Net $ 56,951      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Glen | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 9,017      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lenox        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Atlanta, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 23,876      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 165,572      
Gross Amount, Land 23,876      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 171,964      
Total 195,840      
Accumulated Depreciation (51,397)      
Net $ 144,443      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lenox | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2006      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lenox | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2015      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lenox | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,392      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Benton        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Pooler, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,550      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 66,347      
Gross Amount, Land 3,550      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 76,399      
Total 79,949      
Accumulated Depreciation (31,876)      
Net $ 48,073      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Benton | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2001      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Benton | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2008      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Benton | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 10,052      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Avala        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Savannah, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,500      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 24,862      
Gross Amount, Land 1,500      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 28,478      
Total 29,978      
Accumulated Depreciation (12,141)      
Net $ 17,837      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2009      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2011      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Avala | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,616      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Midtown        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Atlanta, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 7,000      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 44,000      
Gross Amount, Land 7,000      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 85,969      
Total 92,969      
Accumulated Depreciation (15,158)      
Net $ 77,811      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2017      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Midtown | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 41,969      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Oglethorpe        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Atlanta, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 6,856      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 31,441      
Gross Amount, Land 6,856      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 40,123      
Total 46,979      
Accumulated Depreciation (19,786)      
Net $ 27,193      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1994      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2008      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Oglethorpe | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 8,682      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Peachtree Hills        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Atlanta, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 11,974      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 55,264      
Gross Amount, Land 11,974      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 57,929      
Total 69,903      
Accumulated Depreciation (15,439)      
Net $ 54,464      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Peachtree Hills | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1992      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Peachtree Hills | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1994      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Peachtree Hills | Phase III [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2009      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Peachtree Hills | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 2,665      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Piedmont Park        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Atlanta, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 11,025      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 34,277      
Gross Amount, Land 11,025      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 40,722      
Total 51,747      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,559)      
Net $ 41,188      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1999      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Piedmont Park | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,445      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Riverside        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Atlanta, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 23,765      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 89,369      
Gross Amount, Land 23,765      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 102,520      
Total 126,285      
Accumulated Depreciation (32,186)      
Net $ 94,099      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Riverside | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 13,151      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Spring        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Atlanta, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 18,596      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 57,819      
Gross Amount, Land 18,596      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 66,589      
Total 85,185      
Accumulated Depreciation (20,475)      
Net $ 64,710      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1999      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Spring | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 8,770      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Stratford        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Atlanta, GA      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures $ 30,051      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 37,412      
Total 37,412      
Accumulated Depreciation (11,622)      
Net $ 25,790      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1999      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Stratford | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,361      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Berkeley Lake        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Duluth, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,960      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 15,707      
Gross Amount, Land 1,960      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 19,871      
Total 21,831      
Accumulated Depreciation (9,758)      
Net $ 12,073      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1998      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Berkeley Lake | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,164      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA McDaniel Farm        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Duluth, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,985      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 32,206      
Gross Amount, Land 3,985      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 40,411      
Total 44,396      
Accumulated Depreciation (19,278)      
Net $ 25,118      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1997      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA McDaniel Farm | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 8,205      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Pleasant Hill        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Duluth, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 6,753      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 32,202      
Gross Amount, Land 6,753      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 41,933      
Total 48,686      
Accumulated Depreciation (19,200)      
Net $ 29,486      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Pleasant Hill | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 9,731      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Prescott        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Duluth, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,840      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 24,011      
Gross Amount, Land 3,840      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 32,469      
Total 36,309      
Accumulated Depreciation (19,734)      
Net $ 16,575      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2001      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2004      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Prescott | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 8,458      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA River Oaks        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Duluth, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,349      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 13,579      
Gross Amount, Land 4,349      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 19,328      
Total 23,677      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,672)      
Net $ 13,005      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1992      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA River Oaks | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,749      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA River Place        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Duluth, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,059      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 19,158      
Gross Amount, Land 2,059      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 25,706      
Total 27,765      
Accumulated Depreciation (11,591)      
Net $ 16,174      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1994      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA River Place | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,548      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Mount Vernon        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dunwoody, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 6,861      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 23,748      
Gross Amount, Land 6,861      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 29,455      
Total 36,316      
Accumulated Depreciation (12,388)      
Net $ 23,928      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1997      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Mount Vernon | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,707      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lake Lanier        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Gainesville, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 6,710      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 40,994      
Gross Amount, Land 6,710      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 55,819      
Total 62,529      
Accumulated Depreciation (33,672)      
Net $ 28,857      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2005      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lake Lanier | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1998      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lake Lanier | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2001      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lake Lanier | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 14,825      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Shiloh        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Kennesaw, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,864      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 45,893      
Gross Amount, Land 4,864      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 56,136      
Total 61,000      
Accumulated Depreciation (24,595)      
Net $ 36,405      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2002      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Shiloh | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 10,243      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Milstead        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location LaGrange, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,100      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 29,240      
Gross Amount, Land 3,100      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 34,810      
Total 37,910      
Accumulated Depreciation (13,116)      
Net $ 24,794      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1998      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2008      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Milstead | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,570      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Barrett Creek        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Marietta, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 5,661      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 26,186      
Gross Amount, Land 5,661      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 31,600      
Total 37,261      
Accumulated Depreciation (15,487)      
Net $ 21,774      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1999      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Barrett Creek | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,414      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Georgetown Grove        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Savannah, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,288      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 11,579      
Gross Amount, Land 1,288      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 16,457      
Total 17,745      
Accumulated Depreciation (12,821)      
Net $ 4,924      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1997      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1998      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Georgetown Grove | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,878      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Oaks at Wilmington Island        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Savannah, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,864      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 25,315      
Gross Amount, Land 2,864      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 32,720      
Total 35,584      
Accumulated Depreciation (18,708)      
Net $ 16,876      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1999      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2006      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Oaks at Wilmington Island | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,405      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA West Village        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Smyrna, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 14,410      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 73,733      
Gross Amount, Land 14,410      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 86,955      
Total 101,365      
Accumulated Depreciation (28,750)      
Net $ 72,615      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2014      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA West Village | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2006      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA West Village | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2012      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA West Village | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 13,222      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Ranch at Prairie Trace        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Overland Park, KS      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,500      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 40,614      
Gross Amount, Land 3,500      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 44,495      
Total 47,995      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,211)      
Net $ 37,784      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2015      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2015      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Ranch at Prairie Trace | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,881      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Pinnacle        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Lexington, KY      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,024      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 31,525      
Gross Amount, Land 2,024      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 40,522      
Total 42,546      
Accumulated Depreciation (24,708)      
Net $ 17,838      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2000      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1998      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Pinnacle | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 8,997      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lakepointe        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Lexington, KY      
Initial Cost Land $ 411      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 3,699      
Gross Amount, Land 411      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 7,026      
Total 7,437      
Accumulated Depreciation (5,650)      
Net $ 1,787      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1986      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1994      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lakepointe | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,327      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Mansion        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Lexington, KY      
Initial Cost Land $ 694      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 6,242      
Gross Amount, Land 694      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 11,652      
Total 12,346      
Accumulated Depreciation (9,078)      
Net $ 3,268      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1989      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1994      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Mansion | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,410      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Village        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Lexington, KY      
Initial Cost Land $ 900      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 8,097      
Gross Amount, Land 900      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 14,241      
Total 15,141      
Accumulated Depreciation (11,491)      
Net $ 3,650      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1989      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1994      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Village | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,144      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Stonemill Village        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Louisville, KY      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,169      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 10,518      
Gross Amount, Land 1,169      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 23,320      
Total 24,489      
Accumulated Depreciation (17,951)      
Net $ 6,538      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1985      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1994      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Stonemill Village | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 12,802      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Market Station        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Kansas City, MO      
Initial Cost Land $ 5,814      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 46,241      
Gross Amount, Land 5,814      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 52,080      
Total 57,894      
Accumulated Depreciation (19,914)      
Net $ 37,980      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2010      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2012      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Market Station | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,839      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | The Denton        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Kansas City, MO      
Initial Cost Land $ 5,520      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 50,939      
Gross Amount, Land 5,520      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 81,338      
Total 86,858      
Accumulated Depreciation (17,501)      
Net $ 69,357      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2015      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | The Denton | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | The Denton | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2014      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | The Denton | Phase III [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2017      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | The Denton | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 30,399      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Beaver Creek        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Apex, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 7,491      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 34,863      
Gross Amount, Land 7,491      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 39,682      
Total 47,173      
Accumulated Depreciation (16,227)      
Net $ 30,946      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2007      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Beaver Creek | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,819      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Hermitage        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Cary, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 896      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 8,099      
Gross Amount, Land 896      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 14,657      
Total 15,553      
Accumulated Depreciation (11,150)      
Net $ 4,403      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1988      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1997      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Hermitage | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,558      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA 900 Waterford        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Cary, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,000      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 20,250      
Gross Amount, Land 4,000      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 27,400      
Total 31,400      
Accumulated Depreciation (15,781)      
Net $ 15,619      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2005      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA 900 Waterford | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,150      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA 1225        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charlotte, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 9,612      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 22,342      
Gross Amount, Land 9,612      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 57,259      
Total 66,871      
Accumulated Depreciation (18,730)      
Net $ 48,141      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2010      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2010      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA 1225 | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 34,917      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Ayrsley        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charlotte, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,481      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 52,119      
Gross Amount, Land 2,481      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 72,735      
Total 75,216      
Accumulated Depreciation (27,197)      
Net $ 48,019      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2008      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Ayrsley | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 20,616      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Ballantyne        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charlotte, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 16,216      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 44,817      
Gross Amount, Land 16,216      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 51,141      
Total 67,357      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,547)      
Net $ 52,810      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2004      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Ballantyne | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,324      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Beverly Crest        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charlotte, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,161      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 24,004      
Gross Amount, Land 3,161      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 31,431      
Total 34,592      
Accumulated Depreciation (12,446)      
Net $ 22,146      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Beverly Crest | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,427      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Chancellor Park        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charlotte, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 5,311      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 28,016      
Gross Amount, Land 5,311      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 36,374      
Total 41,685      
Accumulated Depreciation (15,200)      
Net $ 26,485      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1999      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Chancellor Park | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 8,358      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA City Grand        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charlotte, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,620      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 17,499      
Gross Amount, Land 1,620      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 20,037      
Total 21,657      
Accumulated Depreciation (7,879)      
Net $ 13,778      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2005      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA City Grand | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 2,538      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Enclave        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charlotte, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,461      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 18,984      
Gross Amount, Land 1,461      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 22,080      
Total 23,541      
Accumulated Depreciation (8,308)      
Net $ 15,233      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2008      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Enclave | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,096      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Gateway        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charlotte, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 17,528      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 57,444      
Gross Amount, Land 17,528      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 73,640      
Total 91,168      
Accumulated Depreciation (20,536)      
Net $ 70,632      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2000      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Gateway | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 16,196      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Legacy Park        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charlotte, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,891      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 28,272      
Gross Amount, Land 2,891      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 34,006      
Total 36,897      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,199)      
Net $ 22,698      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2001      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Legacy Park | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,734      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA LoSo        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charlotte, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 14,600      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 108,076      
Gross Amount, Land 14,600      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 125,566      
Total 140,166      
Accumulated Depreciation (4,707)      
Net $ 135,459      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2021      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2022      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA LoSo | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 17,490      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Prosperity Creek        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charlotte, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,591      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 27,713      
Gross Amount, Land 4,591      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 31,807      
Total 36,398      
Accumulated Depreciation (13,776)      
Net $ 22,622      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2005      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Prosperity Creek | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,094      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Reserve        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charlotte, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,628      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 44,282      
Gross Amount, Land 4,628      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 59,127      
Total 63,755      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,935)      
Net $ 48,820      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2013      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Reserve | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 14,845      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA South Line        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charlotte, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 18,835      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 58,795      
Gross Amount, Land 18,835      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 65,927      
Total 84,762      
Accumulated Depreciation (16,985)      
Net $ 67,777      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2009      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA South Line | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,132      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA South Park        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charlotte, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 20,869      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 65,517      
Gross Amount, Land 20,869      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 77,220      
Total 98,089      
Accumulated Depreciation (22,064)      
Net $ 76,025      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA South Park | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 11,703      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA South Tryon        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charlotte, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,260      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 19,489      
Gross Amount, Land 2,260      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 23,995      
Total 26,255      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,097)      
Net $ 16,158      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2002      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA South Tryon | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,506      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA University Lake        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charlotte, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,250      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 31,389      
Gross Amount, Land 3,250      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 38,872      
Total 42,122      
Accumulated Depreciation (17,008)      
Net $ 25,114      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1998      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA University Lake | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,483      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Uptown        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charlotte, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 10,888      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 30,078      
Gross Amount, Land 10,888      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 40,093      
Total 50,981      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,400)      
Net $ 40,581      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2000      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Uptown | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 10,015      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Cornelius        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Cornelius, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,571      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 29,151      
Gross Amount, Land 4,571      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 32,686      
Total 37,257      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,397)      
Net $ 22,860      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2009      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Cornelius | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,535      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Patterson        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Durham, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,590      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 27,126      
Gross Amount, Land 2,590      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 32,912      
Total 35,502      
Accumulated Depreciation (13,674)      
Net $ 21,828      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1997      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Patterson | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,786      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Research Park        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Durham, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,201      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 37,682      
Gross Amount, Land 4,201      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 45,221      
Total 49,422      
Accumulated Depreciation (18,992)      
Net $ 30,430      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2002      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Research Park | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,539      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Duke Forest        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Durham, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,271      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 15,609      
Gross Amount, Land 3,271      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 19,630      
Total 22,901      
Accumulated Depreciation (9,227)      
Net $ 13,674      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Duke Forest | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,021      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Cypress Cove        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charleston, SC      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,610      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 28,645      
Gross Amount, Land 3,610      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 35,207      
Total 38,817      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,284)      
Net $ 24,533      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2001      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Cypress Cove | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,562      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Huntersville        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Huntersville, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,251      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 31,948      
Gross Amount, Land 4,251      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 37,516      
Total 41,767      
Accumulated Depreciation (16,331)      
Net $ 25,436      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2008      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Huntersville | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,568      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Hampton Pointe        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charleston, SC      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,971      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 22,790      
Gross Amount, Land 3,971      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 34,496      
Total 38,467      
Accumulated Depreciation (13,937)      
Net $ 24,530      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1986      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Hampton Pointe | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 11,706      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA James Island        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charleston, SC      
Initial Cost Land $ 920      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 24,097      
Gross Amount, Land 920      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 32,936      
Total 33,856      
Accumulated Depreciation (13,639)      
Net $ 20,217      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1987      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA James Island | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 8,839      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Westchase        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charleston, SC      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,571      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 20,091      
Gross Amount, Land 4,571      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 27,317      
Total 31,888      
Accumulated Depreciation (12,679)      
Net $ 19,209      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1985      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Westchase | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,226      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Fifty One        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Matthews, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,071      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 21,830      
Gross Amount, Land 3,071      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 30,288      
Total 33,359      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,171)      
Net $ 19,188      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2008      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Fifty One | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 8,458      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Matthews Commons        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Matthews, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,690      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 28,536      
Gross Amount, Land 3,690      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 32,610      
Total 36,300      
Accumulated Depreciation (13,855)      
Net $ 22,445      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2008      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Matthews Commons | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,074      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Arringdon        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Morrisville, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 6,401      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 31,134      
Gross Amount, Land 6,401      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 38,665      
Total 45,066      
Accumulated Depreciation (15,925)      
Net $ 29,141      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2003      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Arringdon | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,531      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brierdale        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Raleigh, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 7,372      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 50,202      
Gross Amount, Land 7,372      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 55,052      
Total 62,424      
Accumulated Depreciation (22,730)      
Net $ 39,694      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2010      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brierdale | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,850      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brier Falls        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Raleigh, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 6,572      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 48,910      
Gross Amount, Land 6,572      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 53,595      
Total 60,167      
Accumulated Depreciation (21,495)      
Net $ 38,672      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2008      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brier Falls | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,685      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Crabtree        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Raleigh, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,241      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 18,434      
Gross Amount, Land 2,241      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 23,255      
Total 25,496      
Accumulated Depreciation (9,072)      
Net $ 16,424      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1997      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Crabtree | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,821      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Trinity        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Raleigh, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 5,232      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 45,138      
Gross Amount, Land 5,232      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 53,498      
Total 58,730      
Accumulated Depreciation (22,957)      
Net $ 35,773      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Trinity | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2000      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Trinity | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2002      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Trinity | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 8,360      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Hue        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Raleigh, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,690      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 29,910      
Gross Amount, Land 3,690      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 34,103      
Total 37,793      
Accumulated Depreciation (12,013)      
Net $ 25,780      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2009      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2010      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Hue | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,193      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Wade Park        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Raleigh, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 19,434      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 98,288      
Gross Amount, Land 19,434      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 128,152      
Total 147,586      
Accumulated Depreciation (37,983)      
Net $ 109,603      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Wade Park | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2011      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Wade Park | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2017      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Wade Park | Phase III [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2019      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Wade Park | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 29,864      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Rivers Walk        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charleston, SC      
Initial Cost Land $ 8,831      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 39,430      
Gross Amount, Land 8,831      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 43,422      
Total 52,253      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,714)      
Net $ 41,539      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Rivers Walk | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Rivers Walk | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Rivers Walk | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,992      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Preserve        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Raleigh, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 5,831      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 21,980      
Gross Amount, Land 5,831      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 51,137      
Total 56,968      
Accumulated Depreciation (26,485)      
Net $ 30,483      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2004      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2006      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Preserve | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 29,157      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Providence        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Raleigh, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,695      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 29,007      
Gross Amount, Land 4,695      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 32,901      
Total 37,596      
Accumulated Depreciation (17,020)      
Net $ 20,576      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2007      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2008      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Providence | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,894      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand at Desert Vista        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location North Las Vegas, NV      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,091      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 29,826      
Gross Amount, Land 4,091      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 33,527      
Total 37,618      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,246)      
Net $ 23,372      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2009      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand at Desert Vista | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,701      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand at Palm Vista        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location North Las Vegas, NV      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,909      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 25,643      
Gross Amount, Land 4,909      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 32,990      
Total 37,899      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,520)      
Net $ 23,379      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2007      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand at Palm Vista | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,347      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Tanglewood        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Anderson, SC      
Initial Cost Land $ 427      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 3,853      
Gross Amount, Land 427      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 7,540      
Total 7,967      
Accumulated Depreciation (6,146)      
Net $ 1,821      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1980      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1994      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Tanglewood | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,687      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA 1201 Midtown        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charleston, SC      
Initial Cost Land $ 18,679      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 63,759      
Gross Amount, Land 18,679      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 82,650      
Total 101,329      
Accumulated Depreciation (16,423)      
Net $ 84,906      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA 1201 Midtown | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2015      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA 1201 Midtown | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2018      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA 1201 Midtown | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 18,891      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Paddock Club Columbia        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Columbia, SC      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,840      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 16,560      
Gross Amount, Land 1,840      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 24,550      
Total 26,390      
Accumulated Depreciation (18,658)      
Net $ 7,732      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1991      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1997      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Paddock Club Columbia | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,990      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Fairways        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Columbia, SC      
Initial Cost Land $ 910      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 8,207      
Gross Amount, Land 910      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 11,868      
Total 12,778      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,322)      
Net $ 2,456      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1992      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1994      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Fairways | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,661      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Howell Commons        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Greenville, SC      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,304      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 11,740      
Gross Amount, Land 1,304      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 18,086      
Total 19,390      
Accumulated Depreciation (13,871)      
Net $ 5,519      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1987      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1997      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Howell Commons | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,346      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Innovation        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Greenville, SC      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,437      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 52,026      
Gross Amount, Land 4,437      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 55,633      
Total 60,070      
Accumulated Depreciation (13,876)      
Net $ 46,194      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2015      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Innovation | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,607      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Paddock Club        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Greenville, SC      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,200      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 10,800      
Gross Amount, Land 1,200      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 15,221      
Total 16,421      
Accumulated Depreciation (11,631)      
Net $ 4,790      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1997      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Paddock Club | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,421      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Haywood        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Greenville, SC      
Initial Cost Land $ 360      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 2,925      
Gross Amount, Land 360      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 9,015      
Total 9,375      
Accumulated Depreciation (6,938)      
Net $ 2,437      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1983      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1993      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Haywood | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,090      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Spring Creek        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Greenville, SC      
Initial Cost Land $ 583      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 5,374      
Gross Amount, Land 583      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 10,149      
Total 10,732      
Accumulated Depreciation (7,336)      
Net $ 3,396      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1985      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1995      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Spring Creek | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,775      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Greene        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Greenville, SC      
Initial Cost Land $ 5,427      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 66,546      
Gross Amount, Land 5,427      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 68,332      
Total 73,759      
Accumulated Depreciation (8,152)      
Net $ 65,607      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2019      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2019      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Greene | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 1,786      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Runaway Bay        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Mt. Pleasant, SC      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,096      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 7,269      
Gross Amount, Land 1,096      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 16,707      
Total 17,803      
Accumulated Depreciation (12,229)      
Net $ 5,574      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1988      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1995      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Runaway Bay | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 9,438      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Commerce Park        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location North Charleston, SC      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,780      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 33,966      
Gross Amount, Land 2,780      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 40,719      
Total 43,499      
Accumulated Depreciation (16,635)      
Net $ 26,864      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2008      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Commerce Park | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,753      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Point Place        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Simpsonville, SC      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,216      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 18,666      
Gross Amount, Land 1,216      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 21,712      
Total 22,928      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,103)      
Net $ 12,825      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2008      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2010      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Point Place | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,046      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Park Place        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Spartanburg, SC      
Initial Cost Land $ 723      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 6,504      
Gross Amount, Land 723      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 9,932      
Total 10,655      
Accumulated Depreciation (7,758)      
Net $ 2,897      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1987      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1997      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Park Place | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,428      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Waters Edge        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Summerville, SC      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,103      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 9,187      
Gross Amount, Land 2,103      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 16,219      
Total 18,322      
Accumulated Depreciation (8,002)      
Net $ 10,320      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1985      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Waters Edge | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,032      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Farm Springs        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Summerville, SC      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,800      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 26,295      
Gross Amount, Land 2,800      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 30,607      
Total 33,407      
Accumulated Depreciation (16,784)      
Net $ 16,623      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1985      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2007      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Farm Springs | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,312      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Optimist Park        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charlotte, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 10,574      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 95,346      
Gross Amount, Land 10,574      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 95,847      
Total 106,421      
Accumulated Depreciation (578)      
Net $ 105,843      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2023      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2023      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Optimist Park | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 501      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Hamilton Pointe        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Chattanooga, TN      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,131      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 10,632      
Gross Amount, Land 1,131      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 19,878      
Total 21,009      
Accumulated Depreciation (11,045)      
Net $ 9,964      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1989      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1992      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Hamilton Pointe | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 9,246      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Hidden Creek        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Chattanooga, TN      
Initial Cost Land $ 972      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 8,954      
Gross Amount, Land 972      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 17,827      
Total 18,799      
Accumulated Depreciation (9,798)      
Net $ 9,001      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1987      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1988      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Hidden Creek | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 8,873      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Steeplechase        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Chattanooga, TN      
Initial Cost Land $ 217      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 1,957      
Gross Amount, Land 217      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 7,555      
Total 7,772      
Accumulated Depreciation (4,714)      
Net $ 3,058      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1986      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1991      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Steeplechase | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,598      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Windridge        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Chattanooga, TN      
Initial Cost Land $ 817      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 7,416      
Gross Amount, Land 817      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 13,419      
Total 14,236      
Accumulated Depreciation (9,974)      
Net $ 4,262      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1984      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1997      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Windridge | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,003      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Kirby Station        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Memphis, TN      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,148      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 10,337      
Gross Amount, Land 1,148      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 22,366      
Total 23,514      
Accumulated Depreciation (17,500)      
Net $ 6,014      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1978      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1994      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Kirby Station | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 12,029      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Lincoln On The Green        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Memphis, TN      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,498      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 20,483      
Gross Amount, Land 1,498      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 41,182      
Total 42,680      
Accumulated Depreciation (32,253)      
Net $ 10,427      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1992      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1994      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Lincoln On The Green | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 20,699      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Park Estate        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Memphis, TN      
Initial Cost Land $ 178      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 1,141      
Gross Amount, Land 178      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 5,255      
Total 5,433      
Accumulated Depreciation (4,031)      
Net $ 1,402      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1974      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1977      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Park Estate | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,114      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Reserve At Dexter Lake        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Memphis, TN      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,407      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 16,043      
Gross Amount, Land 3,407      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 68,203      
Total 71,610      
Accumulated Depreciation (37,724)      
Net $ 33,886      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2000      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1998      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Reserve At Dexter Lake | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 52,160      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Murfreesboro        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Murfreesboro, TN      
Initial Cost Land $ 915      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 14,774      
Gross Amount, Land 915      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 20,323      
Total 21,238      
Accumulated Depreciation (12,624)      
Net $ 8,614      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1999      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1998      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Murfreesboro | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,549      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Acklen        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Nashville, TN      
Initial Cost Land $ 12,761      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 58,906      
Gross Amount, Land 12,761      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 61,843      
Total 74,604      
Accumulated Depreciation (13,709)      
Net $ 60,895      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2015      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2017      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Acklen | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 2,937      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Indian Lake        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Nashville, TN      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,950      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 28,053      
Gross Amount, Land 4,950      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 32,021      
Total 36,971      
Accumulated Depreciation (13,454)      
Net $ 23,517      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2010      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2011      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Indian Lake | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,968      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Kennesaw Farms        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Nashville, TN      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,456      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 22,443      
Gross Amount, Land 3,456      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 28,497      
Total 31,953      
Accumulated Depreciation (12,804)      
Net $ 19,149      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2008      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2010      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Kennesaw Farms | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,054      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brentwood        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Nashville, TN      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,191      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 10,739      
Gross Amount, Land 1,191      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 22,073      
Total 23,264      
Accumulated Depreciation (16,219)      
Net $ 7,045      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1986      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1994      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brentwood | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 11,334      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Charlotte Ave        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Nashville, TN      
Initial Cost Land $ 7,898      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 54,480      
Gross Amount, Land 7,898      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 57,781      
Total 65,679      
Accumulated Depreciation (11,320)      
Net $ 54,359      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2016      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2017      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Charlotte Ave | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,301      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Bellevue        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Nashville, TN      
Initial Cost Land $ 17,193      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 64,196      
Gross Amount, Land 17,193      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 74,238      
Total 91,431      
Accumulated Depreciation (25,860)      
Net $ 65,571      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Bellevue | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Bellevue | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2015      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Bellevue | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 10,042      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Nashville West        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Nashville, TN      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,963      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 33,673      
Gross Amount, Land 2,963      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 46,395      
Total 49,358      
Accumulated Depreciation (26,754)      
Net $ 22,604      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2001      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1998      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Nashville West | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 12,722      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Monthaven Park        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Nashville, TN      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,736      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 28,902      
Gross Amount, Land 2,736      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 37,768      
Total 40,504      
Accumulated Depreciation (24,295)      
Net $ 16,209      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2000      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2004      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Monthaven Park | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 8,866      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Park        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Nashville, TN      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,524      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 14,800      
Gross Amount, Land 1,524      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 25,169      
Total 26,693      
Accumulated Depreciation (20,313)      
Net $ 6,380      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1987      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1995      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Park | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 10,369      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Cool Springs        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Nashville, TN      
Initial Cost Land $ 6,670      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 0      
Gross Amount, Land 6,670      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 55,260      
Total 61,930      
Accumulated Depreciation (16,774)      
Net $ 45,156      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2012      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2010      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Cool Springs | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 55,260      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Sam Ridley        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Nashville, TN      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,350      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 28,308      
Gross Amount, Land 3,350      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 34,738      
Total 38,088      
Accumulated Depreciation (15,714)      
Net $ 22,374      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2009      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2010      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Sam Ridley | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,430      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Balcones Woods        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Austin, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,598      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 14,398      
Gross Amount, Land 1,598      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 27,862      
Total 29,460      
Accumulated Depreciation (18,577)      
Net $ 10,883      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1983      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1997      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Balcones Woods | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 13,464      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Canyon Creek        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Austin, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,621      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 32,137      
Gross Amount, Land 3,621      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 36,555      
Total 40,176      
Accumulated Depreciation (15,269)      
Net $ 24,907      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2008      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Canyon Creek | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,418      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Canyon Pointe        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Austin, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,778      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 20,201      
Gross Amount, Land 3,778      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 25,371      
Total 29,149      
Accumulated Depreciation (11,400)      
Net $ 17,749      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2003      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Canyon Pointe | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,170      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Double Creek        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Austin, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,131      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 29,375      
Gross Amount, Land 3,131      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 32,152      
Total 35,283      
Accumulated Depreciation (13,616)      
Net $ 21,667      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2013      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Double Creek | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 2,777      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Onion Creek        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Austin, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,902      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 33,010      
Gross Amount, Land 4,902      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 37,762      
Total 42,664      
Accumulated Depreciation (16,419)      
Net $ 26,245      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2009      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Onion Creek | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,752      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Wells Branch        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Austin, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,722      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 32,283      
Gross Amount, Land 3,722      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 36,895      
Total 40,617      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,870)      
Net $ 25,747      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2008      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Wells Branch | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,612      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Quarry Oaks        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Austin, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,621      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 34,461      
Gross Amount, Land 4,621      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 50,860      
Total 55,481      
Accumulated Depreciation (20,218)      
Net $ 35,263      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Quarry Oaks | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 16,399      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Sunset Valley        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Austin, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,150      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 11,393      
Gross Amount, Land 3,150      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 18,472      
Total 21,622      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,495)      
Net $ 11,127      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2004      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Sunset Valley | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,079      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Western Oaks        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Austin, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 9,100      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 49,339      
Gross Amount, Land 9,100      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 55,400      
Total 64,500      
Accumulated Depreciation (22,242)      
Net $ 42,258      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2001      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2009      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Western Oaks | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,061      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Barton Creek        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Austin, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 8,683      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 21,497      
Gross Amount, Land 8,683      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 26,784      
Total 35,467      
Accumulated Depreciation (7,795)      
Net $ 27,672      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1998      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Barton Creek | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,287      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Park Mesa        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Austin, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,653      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 19,828      
Gross Amount, Land 4,653      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 22,684      
Total 27,337      
Accumulated Depreciation (6,262)      
Net $ 21,075      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1992      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Park Mesa | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 2,856      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA South Lamar        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Austin, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 20,542      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 74,093      
Gross Amount, Land 20,542      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 104,175      
Total 124,717      
Accumulated Depreciation (26,455)      
Net $ 98,262      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA South Lamar | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2011      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA South Lamar | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2017      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA South Lamar | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 30,082      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA West Austin        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Austin, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 7,805      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 48,843      
Gross Amount, Land 7,805      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 54,177      
Total 61,982      
Accumulated Depreciation (17,723)      
Net $ 44,259      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2009      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA West Austin | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,334      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brushy Creek        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Austin, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,900      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 24,009      
Gross Amount, Land 2,900      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 31,290      
Total 34,190      
Accumulated Depreciation (18,127)      
Net $ 16,063      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2003      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2006      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brushy Creek | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,281      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA East Austin        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Austin, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,281      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 6,169      
Gross Amount, Land 2,281      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 22,744      
Total 25,025      
Accumulated Depreciation (11,718)      
Net $ 13,307      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1987      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1995      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA East Austin | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 16,575      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Barton Skyway        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Austin, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,405      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 12,769      
Gross Amount, Land 1,405      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 26,993      
Total 28,398      
Accumulated Depreciation (15,959)      
Net $ 12,439      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1977      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1997      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Barton Skyway | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 14,224      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Windmill Hill        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Austin, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 5,006      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 0      
Gross Amount, Land 5,006      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 54,847      
Total 59,853      
Accumulated Depreciation (4,498)      
Net $ 55,355      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2022      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2020      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Windmill Hill | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 54,847      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Shoal Creek        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Bedford, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,982      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 27,377      
Gross Amount, Land 4,982      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 35,653      
Total 40,635      
Accumulated Depreciation (15,206)      
Net $ 25,429      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Shoal Creek | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 8,276      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Willow Creek        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Bedford, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,109      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 33,488      
Gross Amount, Land 3,109      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 46,219      
Total 49,328      
Accumulated Depreciation (20,120)      
Net $ 29,208      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Willow Creek | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 12,731      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Hebron        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Carrollton, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,231      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 42,237      
Gross Amount, Land 4,231      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 45,634      
Total 49,865      
Accumulated Depreciation (17,920)      
Net $ 31,945      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2011      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Hebron | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,397      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Cedar park        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Cedar Park, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 7,232      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 56,640      
Gross Amount, Land 7,232      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 65,269      
Total 72,501      
Accumulated Depreciation (26,726)      
Net $ 45,775      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2005      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Cedar park | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 8,629      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Grand Cypress        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Cypress, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,881      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 24,267      
Gross Amount, Land 3,881      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 29,637      
Total 33,518      
Accumulated Depreciation (9,612)      
Net $ 23,906      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2008      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Grand Cypress | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,370      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Medical District        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,050      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 33,779      
Gross Amount, Land 4,050      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 39,362      
Total 43,412      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,562)      
Net $ 28,850      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2007      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Medical District | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,583      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Highlands North        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 988      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 8,893      
Gross Amount, Land 988      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 14,849      
Total 15,837      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,657)      
Net $ 5,180      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1986      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1998      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Highlands North | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,956      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Highland Ridge        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Greenville, SC      
Initial Cost Land $ 482      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 4,337      
Gross Amount, Land 482      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 8,091      
Total 8,573      
Accumulated Depreciation (5,946)      
Net $ 2,627      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1984      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1995      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Highland Ridge | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,754      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Grand Courtyards        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,730      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 22,240      
Gross Amount, Land 2,730      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 30,567      
Total 33,297      
Accumulated Depreciation (16,799)      
Net $ 16,498      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2000      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2006      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Grand Courtyards | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 8,327      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lowes Farm        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 5,016      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 41,091      
Gross Amount, Land 5,016      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 46,370      
Total 51,386      
Accumulated Depreciation (19,418)      
Net $ 31,968      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2008      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2011      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lowes Farm | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,279      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Frisco Bridges        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 14,845      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 66,571      
Gross Amount, Land 14,845      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 133,381      
Total 148,226      
Accumulated Depreciation (37,021)      
Net $ 111,205      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Frisco Bridges | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2009      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Frisco Bridges | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Frisco Bridges | Phase III [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2021      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Frisco Bridges | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 66,810      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA McKinney Avenue        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 34,765      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 40,127      
Gross Amount, Land 34,765      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 53,859      
Total 88,624      
Accumulated Depreciation (16,057)      
Net $ 72,567      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA McKinney Avenue | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1993      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA McKinney Avenue | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA McKinney Avenue | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 13,732      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Worthington        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 13,713      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 43,268      
Gross Amount, Land 13,713      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 55,273      
Total 68,986      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,685)      
Net $ 54,301      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Worthington | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1993      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Worthington | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2008      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Worthington | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 12,005      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Abbey        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,711      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 4,369      
Gross Amount, Land 2,711      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 5,595      
Total 8,306      
Accumulated Depreciation (1,560)      
Net $ 6,746      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Abbey | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 1,226      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Addison Circle        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 12,308      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 189,419      
Gross Amount, Land 12,308      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 221,712      
Total 234,020      
Accumulated Depreciation (62,482)      
Net $ 171,538      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Addison Circle | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1998      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Addison Circle | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2000      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Addison Circle | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 32,293      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA North Hall        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 13,030      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 14,383      
Gross Amount, Land 13,030      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 19,557      
Total 32,587      
Accumulated Depreciation (6,375)      
Net $ 26,212      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1998      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA North Hall | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,174      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Eastside        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 7,134      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 58,095      
Gross Amount, Land 7,134      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 64,291      
Total 71,425      
Accumulated Depreciation (19,193)      
Net $ 52,232      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2008      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Eastside | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,196      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Gallery        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,391      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 7,910      
Gross Amount, Land 4,391      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 11,211      
Total 15,602      
Accumulated Depreciation (3,366)      
Net $ 12,236      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1999      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Gallery | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,301      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Heights        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 26,245      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 37,922      
Gross Amount, Land 26,245      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 45,923      
Total 72,168      
Accumulated Depreciation (12,894)      
Net $ 59,274      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Heights | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1998      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Heights | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1999      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Heights | Phase III [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2009      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Heights | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 8,001      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Katy Trail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 10,333      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 32,456      
Gross Amount, Land 10,333      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 35,676      
Total 46,009      
Accumulated Depreciation (9,323)      
Net $ 36,686      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2010      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Katy Trail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,220      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Legacy        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 6,575      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 55,277      
Gross Amount, Land 6,575      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 66,489      
Total 73,064      
Accumulated Depreciation (17,727)      
Net $ 55,337      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2000      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Legacy | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 11,212      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Meridian        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 8,780      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 13,654      
Gross Amount, Land 8,780      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 15,627      
Total 24,407      
Accumulated Depreciation (4,626)      
Net $ 19,781      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1991      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Meridian | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 1,973      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Uptown Village        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 34,974      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 33,213      
Gross Amount, Land 34,974      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 44,939      
Total 79,913      
Accumulated Depreciation (13,865)      
Net $ 66,048      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Uptown Village | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1995      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Uptown Village | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2000      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Uptown Village | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 11,726      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA watermark        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 960      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 14,438      
Gross Amount, Land 960      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 19,395      
Total 20,355      
Accumulated Depreciation (11,830)      
Net $ 8,525      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2002      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2004      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA watermark | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,957      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Bear Creek        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Euless, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 6,453      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 30,048      
Gross Amount, Land 6,453      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 38,843      
Total 45,296      
Accumulated Depreciation (16,687)      
Net $ 28,609      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1998      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Bear Creek | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 8,795      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Fairview        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Fairview, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,171      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 35,077      
Gross Amount, Land 2,171      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 38,301      
Total 40,472      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,601)      
Net $ 25,871      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2012      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Fairview | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,224      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Starwood        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Frisco, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,240      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 26,069      
Gross Amount, Land 3,240      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 29,950      
Total 33,190      
Accumulated Depreciation (13,543)      
Net $ 19,647      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2009      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2010      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Starwood | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,881      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Grapevine        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Grapevine, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,351      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 29,757      
Gross Amount, Land 2,351      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 40,796      
Total 43,147      
Accumulated Depreciation (16,685)      
Net $ 26,462      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Grapevine | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1985      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Grapevine | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1986      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Grapevine | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 11,039      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Greenwood Forest        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Houston, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,465      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 23,482      
Gross Amount, Land 3,465      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 27,599      
Total 31,064      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,039)      
Net $ 21,025      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1994      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Greenwood Forest | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,117      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Legacy Pines        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Houston, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,142      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 19,066      
Gross Amount, Land 2,142      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 25,316      
Total 27,458      
Accumulated Depreciation (16,293)      
Net $ 11,165      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1999      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2003      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Legacy Pines | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,250      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Energy Park        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Houston, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,061      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 15,830      
Gross Amount, Land 2,061      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 21,424      
Total 23,485      
Accumulated Depreciation (11,544)      
Net $ 11,941      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2007      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Energy Park | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,594      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post 510        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Houston, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 7,226      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 33,366      
Gross Amount, Land 7,226      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 36,426      
Total 43,652      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,659)      
Net $ 32,993      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2014      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post 510 | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,060      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post at Afton Oaks        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Houston, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 11,503      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 65,469      
Gross Amount, Land 11,503      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 70,849      
Total 82,352      
Accumulated Depreciation (22,518)      
Net $ 59,834      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2017      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post at Afton Oaks | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,380      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Midtown Square        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Houston, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 19,038      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 89,570      
Gross Amount, Land 19,038      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 100,889      
Total 119,927      
Accumulated Depreciation (29,230)      
Net $ 90,697      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Midtown Square | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1999      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Midtown Square | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Midtown Square | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 11,319      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Ranchstone        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Houston, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,480      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 14,807      
Gross Amount, Land 1,480      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 20,099      
Total 21,579      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,809)      
Net $ 10,770      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2007      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Ranchstone | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,292      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Reserve at Woodwind Lakes        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Houston, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,968      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 19,928      
Gross Amount, Land 1,968      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 27,077      
Total 29,045      
Accumulated Depreciation (15,134)      
Net $ 13,911      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1999      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2006      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Reserve at Woodwind Lakes | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,149      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Retreat at Vintage Park        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Houston, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 8,211      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 40,352      
Gross Amount, Land 8,211      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 44,631      
Total 52,842      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,760)      
Net $ 42,082      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2014      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2014      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Retreat at Vintage Park | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,279      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Greater Heights        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Houston, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 13,107      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 62,764      
Gross Amount, Land 13,107      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 67,421      
Total 80,528      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,225)      
Net $ 66,303      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2015      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Greater Heights | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,657      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Park Point        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Houston, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 9,031      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 0      
Gross Amount, Land 9,031      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 46,024      
Total 55,055      
Accumulated Depreciation (5,533)      
Net $ 49,522      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2018      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Park Point | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 46,024      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Cascade at Fall Creek        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Humble, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 5,985      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 40,011      
Gross Amount, Land 5,985      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 47,194      
Total 53,179      
Accumulated Depreciation (24,462)      
Net $ 28,717      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2007      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2007      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Cascade at Fall Creek | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,183      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Bella Casita        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Irving, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,521      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 26,432      
Gross Amount, Land 2,521      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 32,922      
Total 35,443      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,091)      
Net $ 21,352      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2007      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2010      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Bella Casita | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,490      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Valley Ranch        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Irving, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 5,072      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 37,397      
Gross Amount, Land 5,072      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 55,322      
Total 60,394      
Accumulated Depreciation (25,238)      
Net $ 35,156      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1997      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Valley Ranch | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 17,925      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Las Colinas        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Irving, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,902      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 40,691      
Gross Amount, Land 3,902      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 46,054      
Total 49,956      
Accumulated Depreciation (17,049)      
Net $ 32,907      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2006      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Las Colinas | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,363      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Remington Hills        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Irving, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,390      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 21,822      
Gross Amount, Land 4,390      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 40,329      
Total 44,719      
Accumulated Depreciation (16,237)      
Net $ 28,482      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1984      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Remington Hills | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 18,507      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Times Square        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location McKinney, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,130      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 28,058      
Gross Amount, Land 1,130      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 35,731      
Total 36,861      
Accumulated Depreciation (16,342)      
Net $ 20,519      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2009      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2010      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Times Square | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,673      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Stonebridge Ranch        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location McKinney, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,034      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 19,528      
Gross Amount, Land 4,034      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 25,301      
Total 29,335      
Accumulated Depreciation (8,528)      
Net $ 20,807      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2000      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Stonebridge Ranch | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,773      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Market Center        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Plano, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 16,894      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 110,705      
Gross Amount, Land 16,894      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 119,292      
Total 136,186      
Accumulated Depreciation (28,139)      
Net $ 108,047      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2014      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Market Center | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Market Center | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2015      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Market Center | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 8,587      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Highwood        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Plano, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 864      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 7,783      
Gross Amount, Land 864      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 12,490      
Total 13,354      
Accumulated Depreciation (9,237)      
Net $ 4,117      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1983      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1998      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Highwood | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,707      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Los Rios        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Plano, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,273      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 28,823      
Gross Amount, Land 3,273      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 39,036      
Total 42,309      
Accumulated Depreciation (24,904)      
Net $ 17,405      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2000      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2003      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Los Rios | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 10,213      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Boulder Ridge        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Roanoke, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,382      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 26,930      
Gross Amount, Land 3,382      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 37,602      
Total 40,984      
Accumulated Depreciation (21,698)      
Net $ 19,286      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1999      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2005      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Boulder Ridge | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 10,672      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Copper Ridge        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Roanoke, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,166      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 0      
Gross Amount, Land 4,166      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 49,433      
Total 53,599      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,469)      
Net $ 39,130      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2008      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Copper Ridge | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2009      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Copper Ridge | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2020      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Copper Ridge | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 49,433      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Ashton Oaks        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Round Rock, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 5,511      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 36,241      
Gross Amount, Land 5,511      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 41,292      
Total 46,803      
Accumulated Depreciation (17,151)      
Net $ 29,652      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2009      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Ashton Oaks | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,051      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Round Rock        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Round Rock, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,691      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 45,379      
Gross Amount, Land 4,691      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 50,748      
Total 55,439      
Accumulated Depreciation (20,685)      
Net $ 34,754      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1997      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Round Rock | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,369      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Sierra Vista        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Round Rock, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,561      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 16,488      
Gross Amount, Land 2,561      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 23,214      
Total 25,775      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,319)      
Net $ 15,456      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1999      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Sierra Vista | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,726      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Alamo Ranch        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location San Antonio, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 2,380      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 26,982      
Gross Amount, Land 2,380      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 32,266      
Total 34,646      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,316)      
Net $ 20,330      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2009      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2011      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Alamo Ranch | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,284      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Bulverde Oaks        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location San Antonio, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,257      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 36,759      
Gross Amount, Land 4,257      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 40,491      
Total 44,748      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,164)      
Net $ 34,584      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2014      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2014      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Bulverde Oaks | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,732      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Haven at Blanco        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location San Antonio, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 5,411      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 45,958      
Gross Amount, Land 5,411      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 52,326      
Total 57,737      
Accumulated Depreciation (20,734)      
Net $ 37,003      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2010      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2012      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Haven at Blanco | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,368      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Stone Ranch at Westover Hills        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location San Antonio, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,000      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 24,992      
Gross Amount, Land 4,000      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 30,226      
Total 34,226      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,503)      
Net $ 19,723      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2009      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2009      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Stone Ranch at Westover Hills | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,234      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Cypresswood Court        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Spring, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 576      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 5,190      
Gross Amount, Land 576      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 12,021      
Total 12,597      
Accumulated Depreciation (7,635)      
Net $ 4,962      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1984      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1994      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Cypresswood Court | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,831      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Villages at Kirkwood        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Stafford, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,918      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 15,846      
Gross Amount, Land 1,918      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 21,876      
Total 23,794      
Accumulated Depreciation (12,877)      
Net $ 10,917      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2004      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Villages at Kirkwood | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,030      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Green Tree Place        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Woodlands, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 539      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 4,850      
Gross Amount, Land 539      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 10,901      
Total 11,440      
Accumulated Depreciation (7,545)      
Net $ 3,895      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1984      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1994      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Green Tree Place | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,051      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Stonefield Commons        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charlottesville, VA      
Initial Cost Land $ 11,044      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 36,689      
Gross Amount, Land 11,044      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 39,393      
Total 50,437      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,220)      
Net $ 40,217      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2013      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2014      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Stonefield Commons | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 2,704      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Adalay Bay        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Chesapeake, VA      
Initial Cost Land $ 5,280      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 31,341      
Gross Amount, Land 5,280      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 36,457      
Total 41,737      
Accumulated Depreciation (15,394)      
Net $ 26,343      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2002      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2012      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Adalay Bay | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,116      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Apartments at Cobblestone Square        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Fredericksburg, VA      
Initial Cost Land $ 10,990      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 48,696      
Gross Amount, Land 10,990      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 53,808      
Total 64,798      
Accumulated Depreciation (15,688)      
Net $ 49,110      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2012      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Apartments at Cobblestone Square | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,112      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village at Greenbrier        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Fredericksburg, VA      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,842      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 21,677      
Gross Amount, Land 4,842      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 27,831      
Total 32,673      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,386)      
Net $ 22,287      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1980      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village at Greenbrier | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,154      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Seasons at Celebrate Virginia        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Fredericksburg, VA      
Initial Cost Land $ 14,490      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 32,083      
Gross Amount, Land 14,490      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 76,005      
Total 90,495      
Accumulated Depreciation (25,117)      
Net $ 65,378      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2011      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2011      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Seasons at Celebrate Virginia | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 43,922      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Station Square at Cosner's Corner        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Fredericksburg, VA      
Initial Cost Land $ 12,825      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 51,078      
Gross Amount, Land 12,825      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 55,311      
Total 68,136      
Accumulated Depreciation (14,259)      
Net $ 53,877      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Station Square at Cosner's Corner | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Station Square at Cosner's Corner | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Station Square at Cosner's Corner | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,233      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village at Hampton Glen        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Glen Allen, VA      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,851      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 21,678      
Gross Amount, Land 4,851      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 26,976      
Total 31,827      
Accumulated Depreciation (11,420)      
Net $ 20,407      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1986      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village at Hampton Glen | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,298      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At West End        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Glen Allen, VA      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,661      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 18,908      
Gross Amount, Land 4,661      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 23,170      
Total 27,831      
Accumulated Depreciation (9,723)      
Net $ 18,108      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1987      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At West End | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,262      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Township in Hampton Woods        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Hampton, VA      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,509      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 8,189      
Gross Amount, Land 1,509      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 19,710      
Total 21,219      
Accumulated Depreciation (13,560)      
Net $ 7,659      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1987      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 1995      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Township in Hampton Woods | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 11,521      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At Waterford        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Midlothian, VA      
Initial Cost Land $ 6,733      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 29,221      
Gross Amount, Land 6,733      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 36,777      
Total 43,510      
Accumulated Depreciation (15,891)      
Net $ 27,619      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1989      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At Waterford | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,556      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Radius        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Newport News, VA      
Initial Cost Land $ 5,040      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 36,481      
Gross Amount, Land 5,040      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 44,637      
Total 49,677      
Accumulated Depreciation (11,015)      
Net $ 38,662      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2012      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2015      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Radius | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 8,156      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Ashley Park        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Richmond, VA      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,761      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 13,365      
Gross Amount, Land 4,761      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 17,955      
Total 22,716      
Accumulated Depreciation (8,328)      
Net $ 14,388      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1988      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Ashley Park | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 4,590      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At Chase Gayton        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Richmond, VA      
Initial Cost Land $ 6,021      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 29,004      
Gross Amount, Land 6,021      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 36,407      
Total 42,428      
Accumulated Depreciation (15,129)      
Net $ 27,299      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1984      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At Chase Gayton | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,403      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Hamptons At Hunton Park        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Richmond, VA      
Initial Cost Land $ 4,930      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 35,598      
Gross Amount, Land 4,930      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 43,596      
Total 48,526      
Accumulated Depreciation (18,611)      
Net $ 29,915      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2003      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2011      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Hamptons At Hunton Park | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,998      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Retreat At West Creek        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Richmond, VA      
Initial Cost Land $ 10,112      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 36,136      
Gross Amount, Land 10,112      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 52,494      
Total 62,606      
Accumulated Depreciation (11,795)      
Net $ 50,811      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2015      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Retreat At West Creek | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2015      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Retreat At West Creek | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2017      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Retreat At West Creek | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 16,358      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Carlyle Square        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Washington D.C.      
Initial Cost Land $ 29,728      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 154,309      
Gross Amount, Land 29,728      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 161,009      
Total 190,737      
Accumulated Depreciation (43,358)      
Net $ 147,379      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Carlyle Square | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2006      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Carlyle Square | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2013      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Carlyle Square | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,700      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Corners At Trinity Center        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Washington D.C.      
Initial Cost Land $ 7,664      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 70,012      
Gross Amount, Land 7,664      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 76,019      
Total 83,683      
Accumulated Depreciation (20,197)      
Net $ 63,486      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Corners At Trinity Center | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 6,007      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Fallsgrove        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Washington D.C.      
Initial Cost Land $ 17,524      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 58,896      
Gross Amount, Land 17,524      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 66,130      
Total 83,654      
Accumulated Depreciation (18,422)      
Net $ 65,232      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2003      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Fallsgrove | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 7,234      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA National Landing        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Washington D.C.      
Initial Cost Land $ 30,452      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 125,091      
Gross Amount, Land 30,452      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 143,764      
Total 174,216      
Accumulated Depreciation (40,178)      
Net $ 134,038      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2001      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA National Landing | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 18,673      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Tysons Corner        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Washington D.C.      
Initial Cost Land $ 30,776      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 82,021      
Gross Amount, Land 30,776      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 95,165      
Total 125,941      
Accumulated Depreciation (25,326)      
Net $ 100,615      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1990      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Tysons Corner | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 13,144      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Novel West Midtown        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Atlanta, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 7,000      
Gross Amount, Land 7,000      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 83,646      
Total 90,646      
Accumulated Depreciation (2,383)      
Net $ 88,263      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2021      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2023      
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Novel West Midtown | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 83,646      
Retail Properties | 220 Riverside Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Jacksonville, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 119      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 2,902      
Gross Amount, Land 119      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 3,962      
Total 4,081      
Accumulated Depreciation (612)      
Net $ 3,469      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2015      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2019      
Retail Properties | 220 Riverside Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 1,060      
Retail Properties | MAA Parkside Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Orlando, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 742      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 11,924      
Gross Amount, Land 742      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 13,488      
Total 14,230      
Accumulated Depreciation (3,670)      
Net $ 10,560      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1999      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | MAA Parkside Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 1,564      
Retail Properties | MAA Harbour Island Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Tampa, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 386      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 4,315      
Gross Amount, Land 386      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 4,718      
Total 5,104      
Accumulated Depreciation (1,226)      
Net $ 3,878      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1997      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | MAA Harbour Island Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 403      
Retail Properties | Post Rocky Point Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | MAA Rocky Point Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Tampa, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 34      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 51      
Gross Amount, Land 34      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 474      
Total 508      
Accumulated Depreciation (305)      
Net $ 203      
Retail Properties | MAA Rocky Point Retail | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1994      
Retail Properties | MAA Rocky Point Retail | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
Retail Properties | MAA Rocky Point Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 423      
Retail Properties | MAA SoHo Square Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Tampa, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 268      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 4,033      
Gross Amount, Land 268      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 4,084      
Total 4,352      
Accumulated Depreciation (1,550)      
Net $ 2,802      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2012      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | MAA SoHo Square Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 51      
Retail Properties | MAA Buckhead Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Atlanta, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 867      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 3,465      
Gross Amount, Land 867      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 4,473      
Total 5,340      
Accumulated Depreciation (1,592)      
Net $ 3,748      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2012      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2012      
Retail Properties | MAA Buckhead Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 1,008      
Retail Properties | MAA Piedmont Park Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Atlanta, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 426      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 1,089      
Gross Amount, Land 426      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 1,122      
Total 1,548      
Accumulated Depreciation (310)      
Net $ 1,238      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1999      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | MAA Piedmont Park Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 33      
Retail Properties | MAA Riverside Office        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Atlanta, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 9,680      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 22,108      
Gross Amount, Land 9,680      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 36,287      
Total 45,967      
Accumulated Depreciation (10,872)      
Net $ 35,095      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | MAA Riverside Office | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 14,179      
Retail Properties | MAA Riverside Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Atlanta, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 889      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 2,340      
Gross Amount, Land 889      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 5,038      
Total 5,927      
Accumulated Depreciation (1,362)      
Net $ 4,565      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | MAA Riverside Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 2,698      
Retail Properties | Post Training Facility        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Atlanta, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,092      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 968      
Gross Amount, Land 1,092      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 1,001      
Total 2,093      
Accumulated Depreciation (565)      
Net $ 1,528      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1999      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | Post Training Facility | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 33      
Retail Properties | MAA West Village Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Smyrna, GA      
Initial Cost Land $ 3,408      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 8,446      
Gross Amount, Land 3,408      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 10,447      
Total 13,855      
Accumulated Depreciation (3,255)      
Net $ 10,600      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2012      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2014      
Retail Properties | MAA West Village Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 2,001      
Retail Properties | The Denton Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Kansas City, MO      
Initial Cost Land $ 700      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 4,439      
Gross Amount, Land 700      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 5,816      
Total 6,516      
Accumulated Depreciation (1,443)      
Net $ 5,073      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2014      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2015      
Retail Properties | The Denton Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 1,377      
Retail Properties | MAA 1225 Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charlotte, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 52      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 199      
Gross Amount, Land 52      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 448      
Total 500      
Accumulated Depreciation (209)      
Net $ 291      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2010      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2010      
Retail Properties | MAA 1225 Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 249      
Retail Properties | MAA Gateway Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charlotte, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 318      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 1,430      
Gross Amount, Land 318      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 1,521      
Total 1,839      
Accumulated Depreciation (423)      
Net $ 1,416      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2000      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | MAA Gateway Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 91      
Retail Properties | MAA South Line Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charlotte, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 470      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 1,289      
Gross Amount, Land 470      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 1,580      
Total 2,050      
Accumulated Depreciation (430)      
Net $ 1,620      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2009      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | MAA South Line Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 291      
Retail Properties | MAA Uptown Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charlotte, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 319      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 1,144      
Gross Amount, Land 319      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 1,169      
Total 1,488      
Accumulated Depreciation (317)      
Net $ 1,171      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1998      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | MAA Uptown Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 25      
Retail Properties | MAA Leasing Center        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Charlotte, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,290      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 1,488      
Gross Amount, Land 1,290      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 1,681      
Total 2,971      
Accumulated Depreciation (472)      
Net $ 2,499      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1998      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | MAA Leasing Center | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 193      
Retail Properties | MAA Hue Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Raleigh, NC      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures $ 2,129      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 2,229      
Total 2,229      
Accumulated Depreciation (412)      
Net $ 1,817      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2010      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2018      
Retail Properties | MAA Hue Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 100      
Retail Properties | MAA Wade Park Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Raleigh, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 317      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 4,552      
Gross Amount, Land 317      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 4,718      
Total 5,035      
Accumulated Depreciation (1,665)      
Net $ 3,370      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2011      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | MAA Wade Park Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 166      
Retail Properties | The Greene Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Greenville, SC      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2019      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2019      
Retail Properties | MAA South Lamar Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Austin, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 421      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 3,072      
Gross Amount, Land 421      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 3,761      
Total 4,182      
Accumulated Depreciation (971)      
Net $ 3,211      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2011      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | MAA South Lamar Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 689      
Retail Properties | MAA Frisco Bridges Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 779      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 6,593      
Gross Amount, Land 779      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 7,348      
Total 8,127      
Accumulated Depreciation (2,219)      
Net $ 5,908      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2009      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | MAA Frisco Bridges Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 755      
Retail Properties | MAA Mc Kinney Avenue Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,581      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 5,982      
Gross Amount, Land 1,581      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 6,457      
Total 8,038      
Accumulated Depreciation (1,697)      
Net $ 6,341      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1996      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | MAA Mc Kinney Avenue Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 475      
Retail Properties | MAA Worthington Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 108      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 495      
Gross Amount, Land 108      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 917      
Total 1,025      
Accumulated Depreciation (259)      
Net $ 766      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | MAA Worthington Retail | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1993      
Retail Properties | MAA Worthington Retail | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2008      
Retail Properties | MAA Worthington Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 422      
Retail Properties | MAA Addison Circle Office        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,395      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 4,280      
Gross Amount, Land 1,395      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 6,542      
Total 7,937      
Accumulated Depreciation (1,985)      
Net $ 5,952      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | MAA Addison Circle Office | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1998      
Retail Properties | MAA Addison Circle Office | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2000      
Retail Properties | MAA Addison Circle Office | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 2,262      
Retail Properties | MAA Addison Circle Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 448      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 21,386      
Gross Amount, Land 448      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 24,688      
Total 25,136      
Accumulated Depreciation (7,100)      
Net $ 18,036      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | MAA Addison Circle Retail | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1998      
Retail Properties | MAA Addison Circle Retail | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2000      
Retail Properties | MAA Addison Circle Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 3,302      
Retail Properties | MAA North Hall Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 347      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 716      
Gross Amount, Land 347      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 857      
Total 1,204      
Accumulated Depreciation (270)      
Net $ 934      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1998      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | MAA North Hall Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 141      
Retail Properties | MAA Eastside Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 682      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 10,645      
Gross Amount, Land 682      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 11,419      
Total 12,101      
Accumulated Depreciation (3,083)      
Net $ 9,018      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2008      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | MAA Eastside Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 774      
Retail Properties | MAA Heights Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,065      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 3,314      
Gross Amount, Land 1,065      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 4,238      
Total 5,303      
Accumulated Depreciation (1,087)      
Net $ 4,216      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1997      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | MAA Heights Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 924      
Retail Properties | MAA Katy Trail Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 465      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 4,883      
Gross Amount, Land 465      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 4,984      
Total 5,449      
Accumulated Depreciation (1,284)      
Net $ 4,165      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2010      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | MAA Katy Trail Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 101      
Retail Properties | MAA Legacy Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Dallas, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 150      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 3,334      
Gross Amount, Land 150      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 3,783      
Total 3,933      
Accumulated Depreciation (992)      
Net $ 2,941      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2000      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | MAA Legacy Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 449      
Retail Properties | Post Midtown Square Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Houston, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,322      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 16,005      
Gross Amount, Land 1,322      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 16,607      
Total 17,929      
Accumulated Depreciation (4,480)      
Net $ 13,449      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | Post Midtown Square Retail | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1999      
Retail Properties | Post Midtown Square Retail | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2013      
Retail Properties | Post Midtown Square Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 602      
Retail Properties | Rise Condo Devel L P Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Houston, TX      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures $ 2,280      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 2,348      
Total 2,348      
Accumulated Depreciation (639)      
Net $ 1,709      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | Rise Condo Devel L P Retail | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 1999      
Retail Properties | Rise Condo Devel L P Retail | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2013      
Retail Properties | Rise Condo Devel L P Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 68      
Retail Properties | MAA Bella Casita Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Irving, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 46      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 186      
Gross Amount, Land 46      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 407      
Total 453      
Accumulated Depreciation (169)      
Net $ 284      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2007      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2010      
Retail Properties | MAA Bella Casita Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 221      
Retail Properties | MAA Times Square Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location McKinney, TX      
Initial Cost Land $ 253      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 1,310      
Gross Amount, Land 253      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 7,306      
Total 7,559      
Accumulated Depreciation (1,764)      
Net $ 5,795      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2009      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2010      
Retail Properties | MAA Times Square Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 5,996      
Retail Properties | Post Carlyle Square Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Washington D.C.      
Initial Cost Land $ 1,048      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 7,930      
Gross Amount, Land 1,048      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 8,213      
Total 9,261      
Accumulated Depreciation (2,186)      
Net $ 7,075      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | Post Carlyle Square Retail | Phase I [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2006      
Retail Properties | Post Carlyle Square Retail | Phase II [Member]        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2016      
Retail Properties | Post Carlyle Square Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 283      
Retail Properties | MAA Robinson Retail        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Orlando, FL      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures $ 563      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 811      
Total 811      
Accumulated Depreciation (48)      
Net $ 763      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction Dec. 31, 2021      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2018      
Retail Properties | MAA Robinson Retail | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 248      
Retail Properties | Total Retail Commercial Properties        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Initial Cost Land 31,487      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 171,285      
Gross Amount, Land 31,487      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 214,942      
Total 246,429      
Accumulated Depreciation (60,923)      
Net 185,506      
Retail Properties | Total Retail Commercial Properties | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 43,657      
Development Properties [Member] | Novel Val Vista        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Phoenix, AZ      
Initial Cost Land $ 7,285      
Gross Amount, Land 7,285      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 63,944      
Total 71,229      
Net $ 71,229      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2020      
Development Properties [Member] | Novel Val Vista | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 63,944      
Development Properties [Member] | Novel Daybreak        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Salt Lake City, UT      
Initial Cost Land $ 7,025      
Gross Amount, Land 7,025      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 84,602      
Total 91,627      
Accumulated Depreciation (1,457)      
Net $ 90,170      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2021      
Development Properties [Member] | Novel Daybreak | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 84,602      
Development Properties [Member] | MAA Milepost 35        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Denver, CO      
Initial Cost Land $ 12,572      
Gross Amount, Land 12,572      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 83,058      
Total 95,630      
Net $ 95,630      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2022      
Development Properties [Member] | MAA Milepost 35 | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 83,058      
Development Properties [Member] | MAA Nixie        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Raleigh, NC      
Initial Cost Land $ 9,880      
Gross Amount, Land 9,880      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 41,206      
Total 51,086      
Net $ 51,086      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2022      
Development Properties [Member] | MAA Nixie | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 41,206      
Development Properties [Member] | MAA Breakwater        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Location Tampa, FL      
Initial Cost Land $ 23,514      
Gross Amount, Land 23,514      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 72,435      
Total 95,949      
Net $ 95,949      
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired Dec. 31, 2022      
Development Properties [Member] | MAA Breakwater | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 72,435      
Development Properties [Member] | Total Active Development Properties        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Initial Cost Land 60,276      
Gross Amount, Land 60,276      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 345,245      
Total 405,521      
Accumulated Depreciation (1,457)      
Net 404,064      
Development Properties [Member] | Total Active Development Properties | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures 345,245      
Real Estate [Member] | Total Properties        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Initial Cost Land 1,995,179      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 10,264,340      
Gross Amount, Land 1,995,179      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 13,842,784      
Total 15,837,963      
Accumulated Depreciation (4,835,633)      
Net 11,002,330      
Real Estate [Member] | Total Properties | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures 3,578,444      
Land Improvements | Total Land Held For Future Developments        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Initial Cost Land 73,861      
Gross Amount, Land 73,861      
Total 73,861      
Net 73,861      
Corporate Real Estate Owned | Corporate Properties        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 41,351      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 41,351      
Total 41,351      
Accumulated Depreciation (29,057)      
Net (12,294)      
Other Real Estate Owned | Total Other        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Initial Cost Land 110,085      
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures 41,351      
Gross Amount, Land 110,085      
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures 58,570      
Total 168,655      
Accumulated Depreciation (29,057)      
Net 139,598      
Other Real Estate Owned | Total Other | Buildings and Fixtures        
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]        
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition Buildings and Fixtures $ 17,219