Investment in Unconsolidated Joint Ventures (Carolina Square Holdings LP) (Details) - Carolina Square Holdings LP - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Ownership percentage of partner in joint venture		50.00%
Maximum amount available under construction facility	$ 79,800
Maximum percentage guaranteed under construction loan	12.50%
Outstanding balance of mortgage loan	$ 23,700
Cash balance of joint venture	$ 70
LIBOR
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Basis spread on variable rate (percent)	1.90%
Northwood Ravin
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Ownership percentage of partner in joint venture		50.00%

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-Section S99
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