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Organization And Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies (Summary Of NNN's Investment Portfolio) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2012 states sqft properties | Sep. 30, 2011 | Sep. 30, 2012 states sqft properties | Sep. 30, 2011
Accounting Policies [Abstract] |  |  |  |
Capitalized interest | $ 336 | $ 278 | $ 1,204 | $ 846
Total properties | 1,530 |  | 1,530 |
Gross leasable area (square feet) | 18,331,000 |  | 18,331,000 |
States | 47 |  | 47 |

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