Related Party Transactions and Arrangements - Fees Paid in Connection with the IPO, Selling Commissions and Dealer Manager Fees (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2014	Jun. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2014	Jun. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2013
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Due to affiliates, net	$ 2,773		$ 2,773		$ 0
Total commissions and fees incurred from Dealer Manager | Realty Capital Securities, LLC | Dealer Manager
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Fees paid to related parties	0	30,208	8	37,368
Due to affiliates, net	$ 0		$ 0		$ 857