Investments in Unconsolidated Real Estate Ventures - Narrative (Details) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2020 USD ($) store
Equity Method Investments and Joint Ventures [Abstract]
Contributions to joint ventures \| $	$ 6,441
Number of operating stores acquired	1
Number of stores acquired at certificate of occupancy	2

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