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OTHER ASSETS (Details) (USD $) | Sep. 30, 2012 | Dec. 31, 2011
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Security deposits and prepaid rent deposits | $ 1,923,000 | $ 1,879,000
Escrow deposits to fund future capital improvements | 710,000 | 1,014,000
Financing and leasing fees, net | 960,000 | 919,000
Accumulated amortization on financing and leasing fees | $ 740,000 | $ 636,000

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