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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, 2014 property sqft state | Sep. 30, 2013 | Sep. 30, 2014 property sqft state | Sep. 30, 2013
Accounting Policies [Abstract] |  |  |  |
Total properties | 2,038 |  | 2,038 |
Gross leasable area (square feet) | 22,125,000 |  | 22,125,000 |
States | 47 |  | 47 |
Capitalized interest | $ 397 | $ 470 | $ 1,318 | $ 1,010

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