Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2012	Jun. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2012
Net income	$ 7,762	$ 9,595	$ 11,160	$ 18,915
Other comprehensive income
Change in unrealized loss on cash flow hedge	1,763	(1,466)	2,264	(912)
Total comprehensive income	9,525	8,129	13,424	18,003
Comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interests	(1,617)	(1,142)	(159)	(2,744)
Total comprehensive income attributable to Saul Centers, Inc.	7,908	6,987	13,265	15,259
Preferred stock redemption			(5,228)
Preferred stock dividends	(3,207)	(3,785)	(7,571)	(7,570)
Total comprehensive income attributable to common stockholders	$ 4,701	$ 3,202	$ 466	$ 7,689