Lease Intangibles (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2021	Dec. 31, 2020	Dec. 31, 2019
Leases [Abstract]
Amortization of acquired in-place leases, depreciation and amortization	$ 0	$ 0	$ 275
Amortization of above and below market leases, increase to rental income	$ 0	$ 0	$ 117

Aggregate amount of intangible asset amortization recognized as expense during the period included under depreciation and amortization.

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