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RISKS AND UNCERTAINTIES	9 Months Ended
RISKS AND UNCERTAINTIES	Sep. 30, 2016
Risks and Uncertainties [Abstract]
Risks and Uncertainties	RISKS AND UNCERTAINTIES The state of the overall economy can significantly impact the Company’s operational performance and thus impact its financial position. Should EastGroup experience a significant decline in operational performance, it may affect the Company’s ability to make distributions to its shareholders, service debt, or meet other financial obligations.