Deferred Costs, Capitalized, Prepaid, and Other Assets Disclosure [Abstract]
Leasing
Deferred Costs, Leasing, Gross
Intangible assets:
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Gross [Abstract]
In-place lease values
Finite-Lived Intangible Asset, Acquired-in-Place Leases
Leasing commissions and legal costs
Finite-lived Intangible Asset Leasing Commissions and Legal Costs
Gross carrying amount before accumulated amortization as of the balance sheet date of capitalized leasing commissions and lease-related legal costs.
Above-market leases
Finite Lived Intangible Asset above Market Leases
Gross carrying amount before accumulated amortization as of the balance sheet date of the intangible asset for leases acquired as part of a real property acquisition at above market lease rate.
Deferred tax assets
Deferred Tax Assets, Net
Deferred compensation plan assets
Deferred Compensation Plan Assets
Distributions in excess of co-venture obligation
Co-Venture Asset, Distributions in Excess of Obligation
Co-Venture Asset, Distributions in Excess of Obligation
Other assets
Other Assets, Miscellaneous
Deferred charges and other assets, gross
Deferred Costs and Other Assets, Gross
Sum of the gross carrying amounts before accumulated amortization of deferred costs that are expected to be recognized as a charge against future earnings plus assets not otherwise specified in the taxonomy.
Less accumulated amortization
Accumulated Amortization Deferred Costs and Finite-lived Intangible Assets
The accumulated amount of amortization related to deferred costs capitalized at the end of the reporting period and finite-lived intangible assets.
Deferred charges and other assets, net
Deferred Costs and Other Assets
Schedule of Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Table]
Schedule of Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Table]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Axis]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Axis]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
In-place lease values, leasing commissions and legal costs
Leases, Acquired-in-Place [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Accumulated amortization for intangible assets
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Accumulated Amortization
Amortization expense for intangible assets
Amortization of Intangible Assets
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Text Block]
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]
Organization
Nature of Operations [Text Block]
Loans and Leases Receivable Disclosure [Abstract]
Tenant and Other Receivables, net
Loans, Notes, Trade and Other Receivables Disclosure [Text Block]
Co-Venture Arrangement
Financing Arrangement
Co-venture Arrangement Disclosure [Text Block]
This text block represents complete disclosure with respect to co-venture arrangements.
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Mortgage notes payable
Schedule of Mortgage Notes Payable [Table Text Block]
Tabular disclosure of details related to mortgage notes payable by the entity, including properties which are pledged as collateral, carrying amounts, maturities and interest rates.
Equity Method Investments and Joint Ventures [Abstract]
Investments in Unconsolidated Joint Ventures
Equity Method Investments and Joint Ventures Disclosure [Text Block]
Co-Venture Arrangement [Abstract]
Co-Venture Arrangement [Abstract]
Schedule of Joint Ventures [Table]
Schedule of Joint Ventures [Table]
A schedule providing information pertaining to the joint venture interests of the entity.
Related Party [Axis]
Related Party [Axis]
Related Party [Domain]
Related Party [Domain]
Joint Venture
Corporate Joint Venture [Member]
Related Party Transaction [Axis]
Related Party Transaction [Axis]
Related Party Transaction [Domain]
Related Party Transaction [Domain]
Financing Arrangement
Financing Arrangement [Member]
Financing Arrangement [Member]
Schedule of Joint Ventures [Line Items]
Schedule of Joint Ventures [Line Items]
-- None. No documentation exists for this element. --
Distributions of the partner's share of net income
Income (Loss) from Joint Venture
Income (Loss) from Joint Venture
Distributions in excess of the partner's share of net income
Joint Venture, Distributions in Excess of Partner Share of Income (Loss)
Joint Venture, Distributions in Excess of Partner Share of Income (Loss)
Adjustment to fair value of financing arrangement obligation
Fair Value Adjustment of Finance Obligation
Fair Value Adjustment of Finance Obligation
Interest income (expense)
Interest Income (Expense), Related Party
Interest Income (Expense), Related Party
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Basis of Presentation
Basis of Accounting, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
New Accounting Pronouncements, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Collaborative Arrangement
Bank and Other Notes Payable
Convertible Debt, Line of Credit and Other Notes Payable [Text Block]
This element encapsulates disclosure pertaining to bank and other notes payable of the entity during the period. Bank and other notes payable include senior notes, term loans, line of credit and other notes.
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Table]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Table]
Award Type [Axis]
Award Type [Axis]
Equity Award [Domain]
Equity Award [Domain]
LTIP Units
Long Term Incentive Plan [Member]
Long-term incentive plan.
Phantom Stock Units
Phantom Share Units (PSUs) [Member]
Stock Units
Stock Units [Member]
Stock units as awarded by an entity to their employees as a form of incentive compensation.
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Units
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number of Shares [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of period (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number
Granted (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Grants in Period
Vested (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Vested in Period
Forfeited (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Forfeited in Period
Balance at end of period (in shares)
Value
Share Based Compensation Arrangement by Share Based Payment Award Equity Instruments other than Options Weighted Average Exercise Price [Roll forward]
-- None. No documentation exists for this element. --
Balance at beginning of period (in dollars per share)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Granted (in dollars per share)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Vested (in dollars per share)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Vested in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Forfeited (in dollars per share)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Forfeitures, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Balance at end of period (in dollars per share)
Income Statement [Abstract]
Revenues:
Revenues [Abstract]
Minimum rents
Operating Leases, Income Statement, Minimum Lease Revenue
Percentage rents
Operating Leases, Income Statement, Percentage Revenue
Tenant recoveries
Tenant Reimbursements
Other
Other Income
Management Companies
Management Fees and Other Revenues
Revenue, comprised of base and incentive revenue, from developing, operating and managing another entity's business during the reporting period; plus revenues not otherwise specified.
Total revenues
Revenues
Expenses:
Costs and Expenses [Abstract]
Shopping center and operating expenses
Cost of Real Estate Revenue
Management Companies' operating expenses
Owned Property Management Costs
REIT general and administrative expenses
General and Administrative Expense
Costs related to shareholder activism
Shareholder Activism Expense
Shareholder Activism Expense
Depreciation and amortization
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization, Nonproduction
Total expenses before interest
Costs and Expenses before Interest, Total
The sum of all costs of sales and operating expenses, excluding interest expense, for the period.
Interest (income) expense:
Interest Expense [Abstract]
Related parties
Other
Interest Expense, Other
Total interest expense
Interest Expense
Total expenses
Costs and Expenses
Equity in income of unconsolidated joint ventures
Income (Loss) from Equity Method Investments
Co-venture expense
Income (Loss) from Co-venture Operations
This item represents the entity's proportionate share for the period of the net income or loss related to its profit-sharing arrangement.
Income tax (expense) benefit
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
(Loss) gain on sale or write down of assets, net
Gain (Loss) on Sale of Assets and Asset Impairment Charges
Net income (loss)
Net Income (Loss), Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Less net income attributable to noncontrolling interests
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Net income (loss) attributable to the Company
Net Income (Loss) Available to Common Stockholders, Basic
Earnings per common share—attributable to common stockholders:
Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted [Abstract]
Basic (in dollars per share)
Earnings Per Share, Basic
Diluted (in dollars per share)
Earnings Per Share, Diluted
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding:
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Diluted [Abstract]
Basic (in shares)
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Basic
Diluted (in shares)
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Diluted
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents, at Carrying Value
Restricted cash
Restricted Cash, Current
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash and Restricted Cash Equivalents
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Table]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Table]
Investment, Name [Axis]
Investment, Name [Axis]
Investment, Name [Domain]
Investment, Name [Domain]
PPR Portfolio
Pacific Premier Retail LP [Member]
Represents Pacific Premier Retail LP, a joint venture in which the entity has made investment.
Other Joint Ventures
Other Joint Ventures [Member]
Represents other joint ventures in which the entity participates, not specifically identified.
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Revenues:
Minimum rents
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Minimum Lease Revenue
The total amount of lease revenue recognized for the period for which the lessee was obligated under leasing arrangements regardless of any other events or conditions, reported by an equity method investment of the entity.
Percentage rents
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Percentage Rent
This element represents the rental revenue earned during the period from lessee-operators based on revenues generated in their operations, generally in excess of a base amount, reported by an equity method investment of the entity.
Tenant recoveries
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Tenant Reimbursements
This element represents allowable charges due a landlord from its tenant for the period, reported by an equity method investment of the entity.
Other
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Other Revenue
The sum of all other revenue and income for the period reported by an equity method investment of the entity.
Total revenues
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Revenue
Expenses:
Operating Expenses [Abstract]
Shopping center and operating expenses
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Cost of Real Estate Revenue
This element represents the total of the costs related to real estate revenues reported for the period by an equity method investment of the entity.
Interest expense
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Interest Expense
The cost of borrowed funds accounted for as interest that was charged against earnings during the period by an equity method investment of the entity.
Depreciation and amortization
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Depreciation and Amortization
The current period expense charged against earnings for depreciation and amortization on long-lived, physical assets not used in production, and which are not intended for resale, reported by an equity method investment of the entity.
Total operating expenses
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Operating Expenses
Generally recurring costs associated with normal operations for the period reported by an equity method investment of the entity.
Gain (loss) on sale or write down of assets, net
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Gain (Loss) on Sale and Remeasurement of Assets
Represents the amount of gain or loss resulting from either the difference between the carrying value and the sales price or remeasurement of the carrying value of assets during the period, reported by an equity method investment of the entity.
Net (loss) income
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Net Income (Loss)
Company's equity in net (loss) income
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share)
Common Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share
Common stock, shares authorized
Common Stock, Shares Authorized
Common stock, shares issued
Common Stock, Shares, Issued
Common Stock, shares outstanding
Common Stock, Shares, Outstanding
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Income Taxes
Income Tax Disclosure [Text Block]
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]
Schedule of fees charged to unconsolidated joint ventures
Schedule of Revenues from Unconsolidated Joint Ventures and Third Party Managed Properties [Table Text Block]
Tabular disclosure of revenue derived from management, development and leasing fees charged to unconsolidated joint ventures and third-party managed properties.
Schedule of income tax benefit of TRSs
Schedule of Components of Income Tax Expense (Benefit) [Table Text Block]
Interest rate cap
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Arising During Period, Net of Tax
Fair Values Derivatives, Balance Sheet Location, by Derivative Contract Type [Table]
Fair Values Derivatives, Balance Sheet Location, by Derivative Contract Type [Table]
Fair Value, Hierarchy [Axis]
Fair Value, Hierarchy [Axis]
Fair Value Hierarchy [Domain]
Fair Value Hierarchy [Domain]
Level 2 measurement
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Derivative Instrument [Axis]
Derivative Instrument [Axis]
Derivative Contract [Domain]
Derivative Contract [Domain]
Interest rate cap
Interest Rate Cap [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Notional Amount
Derivative, Notional Amount
LIBOR Rate
Derivative, Variable Interest Rate
Fair Value
Derivative, Fair Value, Net
Name of Property [Axis]
Name of Property [Axis]
Name of Property [Domain]
Name of Property [Domain]
PPR Portfolio
Pacific Premier Retail LLC [Member]
Pacific Premier Retail LLC [Member]
Northwestern Mutual Life (NML)
Northwestern Mutual Life [Member]
Represents Northwestern Mutual Life ("NML"), considered a related party because it is a joint venture partner of the entity.
Total assets
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Assets
Total liabilities
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Liabilities
Mortgage notes payable to affiliate
Equity Method Investment, Notes Payable Related Party
The amount for notes payable due to related parties reported by an equity method investment of the entity.
Interest expense on borrowings from related party
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Interest Expense Related Party
The amount of interest expense on a debt or other obligation to a related party reported by an equity method investment of the entity.
Amortization of difference between cost of investments and book value of underlying equity
Equity Method Investment, Amortization of Difference Between Carrying Amount and Underlying Equity
The item represents the amortization during the period of the difference between the amount at which an investment accounted for under the equity method of accounting is carried (reported) on the balance sheet and the amount of underlying equity in net assets the reporting Entity has in the investee.
Summary of activity of non-vested LTIP Units, stock awards, phantom stock and stock units
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, LTIP Units Award, Activity [Table Text Block]
Tabular disclosure of the changes in outstanding nonvested Long-Term Incentive Plan ("LTIP") units, stock awards, phantom stock and stock units.
Summary of activity of SARs and stock options outstanding
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Stock Appreciation Rights Award Activity [Table Text Block]
Compensation cost under the share and unit-based plans
Schedule of Compensation Cost for Share-based Payment Arrangements, Allocation of Share-based Compensation Costs by Plan [Table Text Block]
Noncontrolling Interest [Abstract]
Schedule of Subsidiary of Limited Liability Company or Limited Partnership [Table]
Schedule of Subsidiary of Limited Liability Company or Limited Partnership [Table]
Legal Entity [Axis]
Legal Entity [Axis]
Entity [Domain]
Entity [Domain]
The Macerich Partnership, L.P.
The Macerich Partnership, L.P. [Member]
Represents the information pertaining to real estate property of the entity, The Macerich Partnership, L.P.
Subsidiary of Limited Liability Company or Limited Partnership [Line Items]
Subsidiary of Limited Liability Company or Limited Partnership [Line Items]
Ownership interest in operating partnership
Noncontrolling Interest, Ownership Percentage by Parent
Limited partnership interest of the operating partnership
Noncontrolling Interest, Ownership Percentage by Noncontrolling Owners
Number of trading days used to calculate redemption value
Minority Interest, Redemption Value Basis Number of Trading Days
Minority Interest, Redemption Value Basis Number of Trading Days
Redemption value of outstanding OP Units not owned by the Company
Minority Interest Redemption Value
Represents the aggregate redemption value for the noncontrolling interest.
Schedule of Variable Interest Entities [Table]
Schedule of Variable Interest Entities [Table]
Variable Interest Entities [Axis]
Variable Interest Entities [Axis]
Variable Interest Entity, Classification [Domain]
Variable Interest Entity, Classification [Domain]
Operating Partnership
Variable Interest Entity, Primary Beneficiary [Member]
Balance Sheet Location [Axis]
Balance Sheet Location [Axis]
Balance Sheet Location [Domain]
Balance Sheet Location [Domain]
Property, net
Real Estate Investment Property, Net [Member]
Real Estate Investment Property, Net [Member]
Other assets
Other Assets [Member]
Mortgage notes payable
Secured Debt [Member]
Other liabilities
Other Liabilities [Member]
Variable Interest Entity [Line Items]
Variable Interest Entity [Line Items]
Total assets
Variable Interest Entity, Consolidated, Carrying Amount, Assets
Total liabilities
Variable Interest Entity, Consolidated, Carrying Amount, Liabilities
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract]
Stockholders' Equity
Stockholders' Equity Note Disclosure [Text Block]
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]
Entity Registrant Name
Entity Registrant Name
Entity Central Index Key
Entity Central Index Key
Document Type
Document Type
Document Period End Date
Document Period End Date
Amendment Flag
Amendment Flag
Current Fiscal Year End Date
Current Fiscal Year End Date
Entity Current Reporting Status
Entity Current Reporting Status
Entity Filer Category
Entity Filer Category
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding
Document Fiscal Year Focus
Document Fiscal Year Focus
Document Fiscal Period Focus
Document Fiscal Period Focus
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table]
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table]
Fashion Outlets of Chicago
Fashion Outlets of Chicago Mortgage [Member]
Mortgage note payable on the Fashion Outlets of Chicago property pledged as collateral.
Green Acres Commons
Green Acres Commons [Member]
Green Acres Commons [Member]
Debt Instrument [Axis]
Debt Instrument [Axis]
Debt Instrument, Name [Domain]
Debt Instrument, Name [Domain]
Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA
Fashion Outlets at Niagara Mortgage [Member]
Mortgage note payable on the Fashion Outlets at Niagara pledged as collateral, bearing interest at 6.46 percent and maturing in 2016.
Chandler Freehold
Freehold Raceway Mall and Chandler Fashion Center [Member]
Represents the information pertaining to the Freehold Raceway Mall and Chandler Fashion Center properties.
Santa Monica Place
Santa Monica Place Mortgage [Member]
Mortgage note payable on Santa Monica Place property pledged as collateral.
Mortgage loans payable on real estate
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt premiums
Debt Instrument, Unamortized Premium
Unamortized deferred finance costs
Debt Issuance Costs, Net
Percentage of loan assumed by third party
Percentage of Loan Assumed by Third Party
Portion of the loan assumed by a third party.
Interest rate spread over basis
Debt Instrument, Basis Spread on Variable Rate
Effective interest rate
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Effective Percentage
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate, Face Amount of Mortgages, Additional Borrowing
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate, Face Amount of Mortgages, Additional Borrowing
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate, Face Amount of Mortgages, Additional Borrowing
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Numerator
Net Income (Loss) Available to Common Stockholders, Basic [Abstract]
Net income (loss)
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations, Net of Tax, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Less net income attributable to noncontrolling interests
Allocation of earnings to participating securities
Undistributed Earnings (Loss) Allocated to Participating Securities, Basic and Diluted
Undistributed Earnings (Loss) Allocated to Participating Securities, Basic and Diluted
Numerator for basic and diluted EPS—net income (loss) attributable to common stockholders
Net Income (Loss) Available to Common Stockholders after Allocation to Participating Securities, Basic and Diluted
Net Income (Loss) Available to Common Stockholders after Allocation to Participating Securities, Basic and Diluted
Denominator
Denominator for basic EPS—weighted average number of common shares outstanding (in shares)
Effect of dilutive securities:
Incremental Weighted Average Shares Attributable to Dilutive Effect [Abstract]
Share and unit-based compensation plans (in shares)
Incremental Common Shares Attributable to Dilutive Effect of Share-based Payment Arrangements
Denominator for diluted EPS—weighted average number of common shares outstanding (in shares)
Schedule of Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Table]
Schedule of Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Table]
Antidilutive Securities [Axis]
Antidilutive Securities [Axis]
Antidilutive Securities, Name [Domain]
Antidilutive Securities, Name [Domain]
Convertible non-participating preferred units
Preferred Nonparticipating Convertible Units [Member]
Represents convertible non-participating units or equivalent units of ownership interest in an LLC or LP.
Partnership unit
Partnership Units [Member]
Represents units or equivalent units of ownership interest in an LLC or LP.
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Securities excluded from Diluted EPS (in shares)
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount
Chandler Fashion Center
Chandler Fashion Center Mortgage [Member]
Mortgage note payable on the Chandler Fashion Center property pledged as collateral.
Danbury Fair Mall
Danbury Fair Mall Mortgage [Member]
Mortgage note payable on the Danbury Fair Mall property pledged as collateral.
Freehold Raceway
Freehold Raceway Mall Mortgage [Member]
Mortgage note payable on the Freehold Raceway Mall property pledged as collateral.
Fresno Fashion Fair
Fresno Fashion Fair [Member]
Represents the information pertaining to real estate property of the entity, Fresno Fashion Fair.
Green Acres Mall
Green Acres Mall Mortgage [Member]
Green Acres Mall Mortgage [Member]
Kings Plaza Shopping Center
Kings Plaza Mortgage [Member]
Mortgage note payable on the Kings Plaza property pledged as collateral.
Oaks, The
The Oaks One Mortgage [Member]
Mortgage note payable on the Oaks property pledged as collateral.
Pacific View
Pacific View Mortgage [Member]
Mortgage note payable on the Pacific View property pledged as collateral.
Queens Center
Queens Center [Member]
Represents the joint venture, Queens Center.
SanTan Village Regional Center
San Tan Village Regional Center Mortgage [Member]
Mortgage note payable on the SanTan Village Regional Center property pledged as collateral.
Towne Mall
Towne Mall Mortgage [Member]
Mortgage note payable on the Towne Mall property pledged as collateral.
Tucson La Encantada
Tucson La Encantada Mortgage [Member]
Mortgage note payable on the Tucson La Encantada property pledged as collateral.
Victor Valley, Mall of
Mall of Victor Valley Mortgage [Member]
Mortgage note payable on the Mall of Victor Valley property pledged as collateral.
Vintage Faire Mall
Vintage Faire Mall Mortgage [Member]
Mortgage note payable on the Vintage Faire Mall property pledged as collateral.
Westside Pavilion
Westside Pavilion Mortgage [Member]
Mortgage note payable on the Westside Pavilion property pledged as collateral.
Carrying Amount of Mortgage Notes, Related Party
Notes Payable, Related Parties
Carrying Amount of Mortgage Notes, Other
Secured Debt Nonrelated Party
Carrying value as of the balance sheet date, including the current and noncurrent portions, of collateralized debt obligations such as mortgage loans.
Monthly Debt Service
Debt Instrument, Periodic Payment
Interest expense capitalized
Interest Costs Capitalized
Fair value of mortgage notes payable
Notes Payable, Fair Value Disclosure
Westside Pavilion
Westside Pavilion [Member]
Represents the information pertaining to real estate property of the entity, Westside Pavilion.
Ownership percentage
Joint Venture Ownership Percent
Joint Venture Ownership Percent
Outside partner interest of the operating partnership
Joint Venture Ownership Percent by Other Owners
Joint Venture Ownership Percent by Other Owners
Property area (in square feet)
Area of Real Estate Property
Proceeds from sale
Proceeds from Divestiture of Businesses
Reimbursement percent
Reimbursement Percent, Collaborative Arrangement
Reimbursement Percent, Collaborative Arrangement
Schedule of variable interest entities
Schedule of Variable Interest Entities [Table Text Block]
Schedule of cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash
Schedule of Cash and Cash Equivalents [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Related Party Transactions, by Related Party [Table]
Schedule of Related Party Transactions, by Related Party [Table]
Unconsolidated Joint Ventures and Third Party Managed Properties
Unconsolidated Joint Ventures and Third Party Managed Properties [Member]
Represents unconsolidated joint ventures and third-party properties that engage the entity to manage their operations.
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Management fees
Management Fees Revenue
Development and leasing fees
Development and Leasing Fees Revenue
Revenue, comprised of fees related to the development and leasing of joint venture properties and third-party managed properties.
Fees charged to unconsolidated joint ventures
Management, Development and Leasing Fees Revenue
Revenue, comprised of base and incentive revenue, from developing, operating and managing another entity's business during the reporting period.
Financing arrangement activity
Financing Arrangement [Table Text Block]
Financing Arrangement [Table Text Block]
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Operating lease rent expense
Operating Leases, Rent Expense, Net
Contingent rent
Operating Leases, Rent Expense, Contingent Rentals
Contingent liability under letters of credit
Letters of Credit Outstanding, Amount
Outstanding obligations under construction agreements
Construction Payable, Current
Initial Application Period Cumulative Effect Transition [Axis]
Initial Application Period Cumulative Effect Transition [Axis]
Initial Application Period Cumulative Effect Transition [Domain]
Initial Application Period Cumulative Effect Transition [Domain]
Difference between revenue guidance in effect before and after topic 606
Difference between Revenue Guidance in Effect before and after Topic 606 [Member]
Adjustments for New Accounting Pronouncements [Axis]
Adjustments for New Accounting Pronouncements [Axis]
Type of Adoption [Domain]
Type of Adoption [Domain]
ASU 2014-09
Accounting Standards Update 2014-09 [Member]
ASU 2016-18
Accounting Standards Update 2016-18 [Member]
Financing arrangement obligation
Financing Arrangement Obligation
Financing Arrangement Obligation
Accumulated deficit
Retained Earnings (Accumulated Deficit)
Increase in net cash provided by investing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Net income (loss)
Other comprehensive income (loss):
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest [Abstract]
Comprehensive income (loss)
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to the Company
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent
Subsequent Events [Abstract]
Subsequent Event [Table]
Subsequent Event [Table]
Subsequent Event Type [Axis]
Subsequent Event Type [Axis]
Subsequent Event Type [Domain]
Subsequent Event Type [Domain]
Subsequent event
Subsequent Event [Member]
Disposal Group Name [Axis]
Disposal Group Name [Axis]
Disposal Group Name [Domain]
Disposal Group Name [Domain]
The Market at Estrella Falls
The Market at Estrella Falls [Member]
Represents the joint venture, The Market at Estrella Falls LLC.
Subsequent events
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Repayments of Secured Debt
Repayments of Secured Debt
Dividend declared (in dollars per share)
Common Stock, Dividends, Per Share, Declared
Statement of Cash Flows [Abstract]
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities [Abstract]
Net (loss) income
Adjustments to reconcile net (loss) income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income (Loss) to Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities [Abstract]
Loss (gain) on sale or write down of assets, net
Gain (Loss) on Sale or Write Down of Assets
Gain (Loss) on Sale or Write Down of Assets
Depreciation and amortization
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization
Amortization of premium on mortgage notes payable
Amortization of Debt Discount (Premium)
Amortization of share and unit-based plans
Share-based Compensation
Straight-line rent adjustment
Straight Line Rent Adjustments
Amortization of above and below-market leases
Amortization of above and below Market Leases
Provision for doubtful accounts
Provision for Doubtful Accounts
Income tax benefit
Equity in income of unconsolidated joint ventures
Distributions of income from unconsolidated joint ventures
Proceeds from Equity Method Investment, Distribution
Change in fair value of financing arrangement obligation
Liabilities, Fair Value Adjustment
Co-venture expense
Changes in assets and liabilities, net of dispositions:
Increase (Decrease) in Operating Capital [Abstract]
Tenant and other receivables
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Receivable
Other assets
Increase (Decrease) in Other Operating Assets
Due from affiliates
Increase (Decrease) Due from Affiliates
Accounts payable and accrued expenses
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities
Other accrued liabilities
Increase (Decrease) in Other Accrued Liabilities
Net cash provided by operating activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities
Cash flows from investing activities:
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities [Abstract]
Development, redevelopment, expansion and renovation of properties
Payments to Acquire and Develop Real Estate
Property improvements
Payments to Develop Real Estate Assets
Proceeds from repayment of notes receivable
Proceeds from Collection of Notes Receivable
Deferred leasing costs
Increase (Decrease) in Deferred Leasing Fees
Distributions from unconsolidated joint ventures
Distributions of Capital from Unconsolidated Entities and Other
Cash inflows from unconsolidated entities and other.
Contributions to unconsolidated joint ventures
Payments to Acquire Interest in Joint Venture
Proceeds from sale of assets
Proceeds from Sale of Partnership Interests Other Assets and Discontinued Operations, Net
Cash inflows from the sale of partnership interests, other assets, and discontinued operations.
Net cash provided by investing activities
Cash flows from financing activities:
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities [Abstract]
Proceeds from mortgages, bank and other notes payable
Proceeds from Issuance of Long-term Debt and Capital Securities, Net
Payments on mortgages, bank and other notes payable
Repayments of Long-term Debt, Long-term Capital Lease Obligations, and Capital Securities
Deferred financing costs
Payments of Financing Costs
Proceeds from share and unit-based plans
Proceeds from Stock Plans
Stock repurchases
Payments for Repurchase of Common Stock
Redemption of noncontrolling interests
Payments to Noncontrolling Interests
Dividends and distributions
Payments of Ordinary Dividends, Common Stock
Distributions to co-venture partner
Distributions to Co-venture Partner
This element represents the distributions to co - venture partner.
Net cash used in financing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities
Net decrease in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash and Restricted Cash Equivalents, Period Increase (Decrease), Excluding Exchange Rate Effect
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, beginning of period
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, end of period
Supplemental cash flow information:
Supplemental Cash Flow Information [Abstract]
Cash payments for interest, net of amounts capitalized
Interest Paid, Net
Non-cash investing and financing transactions:
Cash Flow, Noncash Investing and Financing Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
Accrued development costs included in accounts payable and accrued expenses and other accrued liabilities
Construction in Progress Expenditures Incurred but Not yet Paid
Conversion of Operating Partnership Units to common stock
Conversion of Stock, Amount Converted
Number of management companies (in entities)
Number of Real Estate Management Companies
Represents the number of management companies through which the entity provides property management, leasing and redevelopment for its real estate portfolio.
Deferred Charges and Other Assets, net
Other Assets Disclosure [Text Block]
Stock units
Stock options
Employee Stock Option [Member]
Phantom stock units
Compensation cost under share and unit-based plans
Allocated Share-based Compensation Expense
Schedule of derivative instruments
Schedule of Derivative Instruments [Table Text Block]
Real Estate [Abstract]
Components of property
Schedule of Real Estate Properties [Table Text Block]
Assets measured on a nonrecurring basis
Fair Value Measurements, Nonrecurring [Table Text Block]
Discontinued Operations and Disposal Groups [Abstract]
Dispositions
Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations, Disclosure [Text Block]
Reconciliation of numerator and denominator used in computation of earnings per share
Schedule of Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted [Table Text Block]
Statement of Stockholders' Equity [Abstract]
Distributions declared, per share (in dollars per share)
Common Stock, Dividends, Per Share, Cash Paid
Earnings per Share (EPS)
Earnings Per Share [Text Block]
Current
Current Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Deferred
Deferred Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Total income tax (expense) benefit
Net deferred tax assets
Property, net
Real Estate Disclosure [Text Block]
Award Date [Axis]
Award Date [Axis]
Award Date [Domain]
Award Date [Domain]
January 1, 2018
January 1, 2018 [Member]
January 1, 2018 [Member]
January 29, 2018
January 29, 2018 [Member]
January 29, 2018 [Member]
Conversion rate of shares
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments, Other than Options, Conversion Rate
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments, Other than Options, Conversion Rate
Risk free rate
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Risk Free Interest Rate
Volatility
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Volatility Rate
Capitalized share and unit-based compensation costs
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs, Capitalized Amount
Unrecognized compensation cost of share and unit-based plans
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized
Statement [Table]
Statement [Table]
Equity Components [Axis]
Equity Components [Axis]
Equity Component [Domain]
Equity Component [Domain]
Total Stockholders' Equity
Parent [Member]
Common Stock
Common Stock [Member]
Additional Paid-in Capital
Additional Paid-in Capital [Member]
Accumulated Deficit
Retained Earnings [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive (Loss) Income
AOCI Attributable to Parent [Member]
Noncontrolling Interests
Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
Statement
Statement [Line Items]
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Balance (in shares)
Balance
Stockholders' Equity, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Cumulative effect of adoption of ASU 2014-09
Cumulative Effect of New Accounting Principle in Period of Adoption
Amortization of share and unit-based plans (in shares)
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Share-based Compensation, Net of Forfeitures
Amortization of share and unit-based plans
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Share-based Compensation, Net of Forfeitures
Employee stock purchases (in shares)
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Employee Stock Purchase Plans
Employee stock purchases
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Distributions declared ($1.48) per share
Dividends, Common Stock, Cash
Distributions to noncontrolling interests
Noncontrolling Interest, Decrease from Distributions to Noncontrolling Interest Holders
Conversion of noncontrolling interests to common shares (in shares)
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Conversion of Units
Conversion of noncontrolling interests to common shares
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Conversion of Units
Redemption of noncontrolling interests
Noncontrolling Interest, Decrease from Redemptions or Purchase of Interests
Adjustment of noncontrolling interests in Operating Partnership
Noncontrolling Interest, Increase from Subsidiary Equity Issuance
Balance (in shares)
Balance
Unconsolidated Joint Ventures
Unconsolidated Joint Ventures [Member]
Represents unconsolidated joint ventures.
Affiliated Entity
Affiliated Entity [Member]
Receivable Type [Axis]
Receivable Type [Axis]
Receivable Type [Domain]
Receivable [Domain]
Related parties note receivable, RED Consolidated Holdings, LLC
Related Parties Note Receivable, RED Consolidated Holdings, LLC [Member]
Related Parties Note Receivable, RED Consolidated Holdings, LLC [Member]
Notes Receivable
Notes Receivable [Member]
Fashion Outlets of San Francisco
Fashion Outlets of San Francisco [Member]
Fashion Outlets of San Francisco [Member]
Variable Rate [Axis]
Variable Rate [Axis]
Variable Rate [Domain]
Variable Rate [Domain]
LIBOR
London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) [Member]
Interest expense, related party
Related Party Transaction, Expenses from Transactions with Related Party
Interest expense payable, related party
Interest Expense Payable Related Party
Amount of interest expense payable as of the balance sheet date on a debt or other obligation to a related party.
Interest expense
Interest Expense, Related Party
Due from affiliates
Due from Affiliates
Note receivable, interest rate
Notes Receivable Interest Rate
The stated interest rate on the note receivable.
Interest income, related party
Interest Income, Related Party
Note receivable
Notes Receivable, Related Parties
Mortgage Notes Payable
Mortgage Notes Payable Disclosure [Text Block]
Allowance for doubtful accounts
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts, Premiums and Other Receivables
Schedule of Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Table]
Schedule of Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Table]
Accrued percentage rents
Accrued Income Receivable [Member]
Components of tenant and other receivables, net
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items]
Accounts receivable
Accounts Receivable, Gross
Deferred rent receivable due to straight-line rent adjustments
Deferred Rent Receivables, Net
Related Party Transactions
Related Party Transactions Disclosure [Text Block]
Depreciation expense
Depreciation, Nonproduction
Property, Plant and Equipment [Table]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Table]
Two freestanding stores
Freestanding Store [Member]
Freestanding Store [Member]
Southridge Center
Southridge Center [Member]
Southridge Center [Member]
South Park Mall
South Park Mall [Member]
Represents the information pertaining to real estate property of the entity, South Park Mall.
Promenade at Casa Grande
Promenade at Casa Grande [Member]
Represents the information pertaining to real estate property of the entity, Promenade at Casa Grande.
Cascade and Northgate Malls
Cascade and Northgate Malls [Member]
Cascade and Northgate Malls [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Impairment loss
Impairment of Real Estate
Gain (loss) on disposal
Disposal Group, Not Discontinued Operation, Gain (Loss) on Disposal
Write down of investment
Loss on Sale of Investments
Noncontrolling Interests
Noncontrolling Interest Disclosure [Text Block]
Credit Facility [Axis]
Credit Facility [Axis]
Credit Facility [Domain]
Credit Facility [Domain]
Revolving line of credit
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Line of Credit
Line of Credit [Member]
Prasada Note
Prasada Note [Member]
Prasada Note [Member]
Range [Axis]
Range [Axis]
Range [Domain]
Range [Domain]
Low end of range
Minimum [Member]
High end of range
Maximum [Member]
Revolving line of credit
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity
Extension option (years)
Line of Credit Facility, Term of Extension Option
The term of the extension option on the credit facility.
Maximum contingent borrowing capacity
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Contingent Borrowing Capacity
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Contingent Borrowing Capacity
Outstanding borrowings under the line of credit
Long-term Line of Credit
Line of credit, average interest rate
Line of Credit Facility, Interest Rate During Period
Fair value of outstanding line of credit
Line of Credit Facility, Fair Value of Amount Outstanding
Amount of additional borrowing
Proceeds from Issuance of Debt
Interest rate on debt
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage
Debt, carrying value
Long-term Debt, Gross
Debt, fair value
Debt Instrument, Fair Value Disclosure
SARs
Stock Appreciation Rights (SARs) [Member]
Stock Options
SARs
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Stock Appreciation Rights, Outstanding [Abstract]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Stock Appreciation Rights, Outstanding [Abstract]
Units
Balance at beginning of period (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Non-Option Equity Instruments, Outstanding, Number
Exercised (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Non-Option Equity Instruments, Exercised
Balance at end of period (in shares)
Stock Options
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Stock Options, Outstanding [Abstract]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Stock Options, Outstanding [Abstract]
Units
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of period (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Number
Granted (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Net of Forfeitures
Exercised (in shares)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercises in Period
Balance at end of period (in shares)
Value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Exercise Price [Abstract]
Balance at beginning of period (in dollars per share)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Granted (in dollars per share)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Exercised (in dollars per share)
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercises in Period, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Balance at end of period (in dollars per share)
Chandler Fashion Center
Chandler Fashion Center [Member]
Represents the information pertaining to real estate property of the entity, Chandler Fashion Center.
Freehold Raceway Mall
Freehold Raceway Mall [Member]
Represents the information pertaining to real estate property of the entity, Freehold Raceway Mall.
Minimum
Maximum
Percentage of loan assumed by third party
Joint Venture Ownership Percentage Sold
The percentage of ownership interest in the joint venture sold by the entity during the period.
Operating income multiple
Fair Value Inputs, Financing Arrangement, Operating Income Multiple
Fair Value Inputs, Financing Arrangement, Operating Income Multiple
Discount rate
Financing Arrangement, Discount Rate
Financing Arrangement, Discount Rate
Authorized repurchase amount
Stock Repurchase Program, Authorized Amount
Total shares acquired (in shares)
Treasury Stock, Shares, Acquired
Total shares acquired
Treasury Stock, Value, Acquired, Cost Method
Average cost of shares acquired (in dollars per share)
Treasury Stock Acquired, Average Cost Per Share
Maximum price of common stock available to be issued
Maximum Aggregate Common Stock Offer Price
Maximum Aggregate Common Stock Offer Price
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies [Text Block]
Schedule of Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Asset by Major Class [Table]
Schedule of Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Asset by Major Class [Table]
Above-Market Leases
Above Market Leases [Member]
Below-Market Leases
Below Market Lease [Member]
Below Market Lease [Member]
Allocated values of leases
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Above-Market Leases
Above Market Leases [Abstract]
Above Market Leases [Abstract]
Original allocated value
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Gross
Less accumulated amortization
Allocated value net
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Net
Below-Market Leases
Below Market Lease [Abstract]
Original allocated value
Below Market Lease, Gross
Less accumulated amortization
Below Market Lease, Accumulated Amortization
Allocated value net
Below Market Lease, Net
Commitments and Contingencies
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Text Block]
ASSETS:
Assets [Abstract]
Property, net
Real Estate Investment Property, Net
Assets held for sale
Assets Held-for-sale, Not Part of Disposal Group
Tenant and other receivables, net
Accounts and Notes Receivable, Net
Deferred charges and other assets, net
Investments in unconsolidated joint ventures
Equity Method Investments
Total assets
Assets
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY:
Liabilities and Equity [Abstract]
Mortgage notes payable:
Mortgage Notes Payable [Abstract]
-- None. No documentation exists for this element. --
Related parties
Others
Total
Secured Debt
Bank and other notes payable
Convertible Debt, Line of Credit and Other Notes Payable
Includes the current and noncurrent portions, carrying amount of debut identified as being convertible into another form of financial instrument, the carrying values of obligations drawn from a line of credit, and other notes payable.
Accounts payable and accrued expenses
Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities
Other accrued liabilities
Other Accrued Liabilities
Distributions in excess of investments in unconsolidated joint ventures
Investments in Unconsolidated Joint Ventures.
The carrying amount of liabilities resulting from investments in unconsolidated real estate and joint ventures not separately presented as of the balance sheet date.
Total liabilities
Liabilities
Commitments and contingencies
Commitments and Contingencies
Equity:
Stockholders' Equity, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest [Abstract]
Stockholders' equity:
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent [Abstract]
Common stock, $0.01 par value, 250,000,000 shares authorized, 141,184,335 and 140,993,985 shares issued and outstanding at June 30, 2018 and December 31, 2017, respectively
Common Stock, Value, Issued
Additional paid-in capital
Additional Paid in Capital, Common Stock
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax
Total stockholders' equity
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent
Noncontrolling interests
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Total equity
Total liabilities and equity
Liabilities and Equity
Share and Unit-Based Plans
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Text Block]
Subsequent Events
Subsequent Events [Text Block]
Land
Land
Buildings and improvements
Investment Building and Building Improvements
Tenant improvements
Tenant Improvements
Equipment and furnishings
Fixtures and Equipment, Gross
Construction in progress
Development in Process
Total
Real Estate Investment Property, at Cost
Less accumulated depreciation
Real Estate Investment Property, Accumulated Depreciation
Property, net
1/1/2018
1/29/2018
3/2/2018
March 2, 2018 [Member]
March 2, 2018 [Member]
4/26/2018
April 26, 2018 [Member]
April 26, 2018 [Member]
LTIP, Service-based
Long Term Incentive Plan, Service-based [Member]
Long Term Incentive Plan, Service-based [Member]
LTIP, Market-based
Long Term Incentive Plan, Market-based [Member]
Long Term Incentive Plan, Market-based [Member]
Vesting [Axis]
Vesting [Axis]
Vesting [Domain]
Vesting [Domain]
12/31/2020
December 31, 2020 [Member]
December 31, 2020 [Member]
2/1/2022
February 1, 2022 [Member]
February 1, 2022 [Member]
Average grant date fair value (in dollars per share)
Fair Value Measurements, Recurring and Nonrecurring [Table]
Fair Value Measurements, Recurring and Nonrecurring [Table]
Measurement Frequency [Axis]
Measurement Frequency [Axis]
Fair Value, Measurement Frequency [Domain]
Fair Value, Measurement Frequency [Domain]
Fair value measurements on a nonrecurring basis
Fair Value, Measurements, Nonrecurring [Member]
Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1)
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]
Significant Other Unobservable Inputs (Level 2)
Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3)
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Assets
Assets, Fair Value Disclosure
Real Estate, Type of Property [Axis]
Real Estate, Type of Property [Axis]
Real Estate [Domain]
Real Estate [Domain]
Office building
Office Building [Member]
Country Club Plaza
Country Club Plaza [Member]
Country Club Plaza [Member]
Fashion District Philadelphia
Fashion District Philadelphia [Member]
Fashion District Philadelphia [Member]
Westcor/Queen Creek LLC
Westcor/Queen Creek LLC [Member]
Represents the joint venture, Westcor/Queen Creek LLC.
Proceeds from sale of building
Proceeds from Sale of Buildings
Gain on sale of building
Gain (Loss) on Sale of Properties
Land sold
Land Sales
Gain (Loss) On Land Sales
Gain (Loss) On Land Sales
Gain (Loss) On Land Sales
Combined and condensed balance sheets of unconsolidated joint ventures
Equity Method Investments, Summarized Financial Information Balance Sheet [Table Text Block]
Disclosure of summarized balance sheet financial information for investments accounted for using the equity method of accounting.
Combined and condensed statements of operations of unconsolidated joint ventures
Equity Method Investments, Summarized Financial Information Statement of Operations [Table Text Block]
Disclosure of summarized statement of operations information for investments accounted for using the equity method of accounting.
Assets:
Property, net
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Real Estate Investment Property, Net
The net book value of real estate investment property reported by an equity method investment of the entity.
Other assets
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Other Assets
The aggregate carrying amount of other assets not separately disclosed, reported by an equity method investment of the entity.
Total assets
Liabilities and partners' capital:
Mortgage notes payable
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Secured Debt
Carrying value as of the balance sheet date, including the current and noncurrent portions, of collateralized debt obligations reported by an equity method investment of the entity.
Other liabilities
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Other Liabilities
The aggregate carrying amount of other liabilities not separately disclosed, reported by an equity method investment of the entity.
Company's capital
Equity Method Investment, Underlying Equity in Net Assets
Outside partners' capital
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Equity or Capital Other Interests
The amount of equity (capital) of an equity method investment of the entity that is attributable to other ownership interests.
Total liabilities and partners' capital
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Liabilities and Equity
Investments in unconsolidated joint ventures:
Investments in and Advance to Affiliates, Subsidiaries, Associates, and Joint Ventures [Abstract]
Company's capital
Basis adjustment
Equity Method Investment, Difference Between Carrying Amount and Underlying Equity
Investments in unconsolidated joint ventures
Equity Method Investments, Net
The carrying amount on the entity's balance sheet of its investment in common stock of an equity method investee, net of the liability for distributions received in excess of the entity's investment.
Assets—Investments in unconsolidated joint ventures
Liabilities—Distributions in excess of investments in unconsolidated joint ventures
Investments in unconsolidated joint ventures
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Table]
Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Table]
Cascade Mall
Cascade Mall [Member]
Cascade Mall [Member]
Northgate Mall
Northgate Mall [Member]
Represents the information pertaining to real estate property of the entity, Northgate Mall.
500 North Michigan Avenue
North Michigan Avenue 500 [Member]
Represents the information pertaining to 500 North Michigan Avenue.
Discontinued Operations:
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Schedule of deferred charges and other assets, net
Schedule of Other Assets [Table Text Block]
Allocated values of above-market leases and below-market leases
Schedule of Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Table Text Block]