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Definition of Terms	9 Months Ended
Definition of Terms	Sep. 30, 2016
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]
Definition of Terms	Definition of Terms Equity LifeStyle Properties, Inc., a Maryland corporation, together with MHC Operating Limited Partnership (the “Operating Partnership”) and other consolidated subsidiaries (“Subsidiaries”) are referred to herein as “we,” “us,” and “our.” Capitalized terms used but not defined herein are as defined in our Annual Report on Form 10-K (“2015 Form 10-K”) for the year ended December 31, 2015.