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Equity - Changes in Noncontrolling Interest (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2016
Sep. 30, 2015
Sep. 30, 2016
Sep. 30, 2015
Equity [Abstract]        
Net income attributable to Lexington Realty Trust shareholders $ (25,030) $ (5,984) $ 73,215 $ 76,853
Decrease in additional paid-in-capital for redemption of noncontrolling units     31 0
Change from net income attributable to shareholders and transfers from noncontrolling interests     $ 73,246 $ 76,853