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Contributions by AH LLC - Narrative (Details) | Dec. 12, 2014 single_family_property property $ / shares shares
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AH LLC |
Business Acquisition [Line Items] |
Contribution of property, number of properties | property | 45
Class A Units | AH LLC |
Business Acquisition [Line Items] |
Contribution of property, number of properties | single_family_property | 45
Partners capital account units issued during period acquisitions (in shares) | shares | 653,378
Closing price per share (in dollars per share) | $ 17.11
Sponsor | Class A Units |
Business Acquisition [Line Items] |
Closing price per share (in dollars per share) | $ 17.11

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