CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) (Unaudited) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2012	Mar. 31, 2011
Net income (loss)	$ 5,478	$ (15,993)
Other comprehensive income (loss):
Change in unrealized gain (loss) on interest rate swap, net	(56)	632
Other comprehensive income (loss)	(56)	632
Comprehensive income (loss)	5,422	(15,361)
Comprehensive (income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interests	(1,867)	(1,446)
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to Lexington Realty Trust shareholders	$ 3,555	$ (16,807)