CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Net income (loss)	$ 3,863	$ 184,638	$ (89,778)
Other comprehensive income (loss):
Change in unrealized gain (loss) on interest rate swaps, net	10,663	(8,162)	2,044
Other comprehensive income (loss)	10,663	(8,162)	2,044
Comprehensive income (loss)	14,526	176,476	(87,734)
Comprehensive (income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interests	(2,233)	(4,322)	10,194
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to Lexington Realty Trust shareholders	$ 12,293	$ 172,154	$ (77,540)