Summary of Significant Accounting Policies Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) (Minimum [Member])	9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2013
Minimum [Member]
Income Tax For Real Estate Investment Trusts [Line Items]
Real estate investment trust status required taxable income distribution rate	90.00%

Real Estate Investment Trust Status Required Taxable Income Distribution Rate

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