v3.25.4

Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands, shares in Millions | 1 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended
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May 31, 2025 | Dec. 31, 2025 | Dec. 31, 2024
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests |  |  |
Proceeds from the sale of interest in consolidated real estate venture |  | $ 100,000 |
OP Units |  |  |
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests |  |  |
Redemption of common limited partnership units to common shares |  | 1.8 | 1.0
JBG Smith, LP |  |  |
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests |  |  |
Ownership interest by parent |  | 82.00% |
JBG Smith, LP | OP Units |  |  |
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests |  |  |
Units outstanding |  | 13.1 |
Ownership interest by parent |  | 18.00% |
Consolidated Real Estate Venture | West Half |  |  |
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests |  |  |
Percentage of ownership interest in assets sold | 40.00% |  |
Proceeds from the sale of interest in consolidated real estate venture | $ 100,000 |  |
Percentage of ownership interest held in real estate property | 60.00% |  |

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