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Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (L.P.) (Parenthetical) - American Homes 4 Rent, L.P. - shares | Sep. 30, 2024 | Dec. 31, 2023
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General Partner |  |
Common units issued (in shares) | 366,520,263 | 364,931,506
Common units outstanding (in shares) | 366,520,263 | 364,931,506
Preferred units outstanding (in shares) | 9,200,000 | 9,200,000
Preferred units issued (in shares) | 9,200,000 | 9,200,000
Limited Partners |  |
Common units issued (in shares) | 51,376,980 | 51,376,980
Common units outstanding (in shares) | 51,376,980 | 51,376,980

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