CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) (Unaudited) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2013
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Net income (loss)	$ 1,814	$ (2,123)
Other comprehensive income (loss):
Change in unrealized gain (loss) on interest rate swaps, net	(512)	702
Other comprehensive income (loss)	(512)	702
Comprehensive income (loss)	1,302	(1,421)
Comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interests	(928)	(497)
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to Lexington Realty Trust shareholders	$ 374	$ (1,918)