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Investment in Unconsolidated Ventures (Summary of Results of Operations of Unconsolidated Ventures) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2014 | Mar. 31, 2013
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items] |  |
Company's share of income (Company's basis) | $ 242 | $ 1,535
Unconsolidated Real Estate Ventures [Member] |  |
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items] |  |
Revenue | 34,385 | 40,889
Operating expenses | 13,982 | 18,266
Interest expense, net | 8,100 | 9,772
Depreciation and amortization | 13,598 | 12,906
Net loss | (1,295) | (55)
Company's share of income (Company's basis) | $ 242 | $ 1,535

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