Schedule III Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2022	Dec. 31, 2021	Dec. 31, 2020	Dec. 31, 2019
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Total Real Estate Assets, net of Real Estate Joint Venture
Encumbrances	$ 3,861
Initial Cost Land	2,072,676
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	10,115,339
Gross Amount, Land	2,072,676
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	13,173,982
Total	15,246,658	$ 14,704,237	$ 14,338,895	$ 13,898,707
Accumulated Depreciation	(4,302,747)	$ (3,848,161)	$ (3,415,105)	$ (2,955,253)
Net	10,943,911
Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	3,058,643
Total Residential Properties
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Encumbrances	3,861
Initial Cost Land	1,874,523
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	9,907,359
Gross Amount, Land	1,874,523
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	12,691,695
Total	14,566,218
Accumulated Depreciation	(4,226,114)
Net	10,340,104
Total Residential Properties | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	2,784,336
Total Properties In Predevelopment
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Initial Cost Land	36,061
Gross Amount, Land	36,061
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	6,205
Total	42,266
Net	42,266
Total Properties In Predevelopment | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,205
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Birchall At Ross Bridge
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Birmingham, AL
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,641
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	28,842
Gross Amount, Land	2,641
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	32,762
Total	35,403
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,558)
Net	$ 22,845
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2009
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2011
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Birchall At Ross Bridge | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,920
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand At Riverchase Trails
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Birmingham, AL
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,762
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	22,079
Gross Amount, Land	3,762
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	29,213
Total	32,975
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,345)
Net	$ 20,630
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2010
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand At Riverchase Trails | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 7,134
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At Trussville
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Birmingham, AL
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,403
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	31,813
Gross Amount, Land	3,403
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	38,018
Total	41,421
Accumulated Depreciation	(14,803)
Net	$ 26,618
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At Trussville | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At Trussville | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1997
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At Trussville | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,205
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Eagle Ridge
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Birmingham, AL
Initial Cost Land	$ 852
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	7,667
Gross Amount, Land	852
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	12,697
Total	13,549
Accumulated Depreciation	(9,456)
Net	$ 4,093
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1986
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1998
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Eagle Ridge | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,030
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand At Traditions
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Gulf Shores, AL
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,212
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	25,162
Gross Amount, Land	3,212
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	31,607
Total	34,819
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,678)
Net	$ 22,141
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2007
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand At Traditions | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,445
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand At Edgewater
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Huntsville, AL
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,944
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	38,673
Gross Amount, Land	4,944
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	47,523
Total	52,467
Accumulated Depreciation	(17,136)
Net	$ 35,331
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1990
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand At Edgewater | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 8,850
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Paddock Clubat Providence
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Huntsville, AL
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,740
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	10,152
Gross Amount, Land	1,740
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	27,344
Total	29,084
Accumulated Depreciation	(17,406)
Net	$ 11,678
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1993
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1997
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Paddock Clubat Providence | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 17,192
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand At Madison
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Madison, AL
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,602
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	28,934
Gross Amount, Land	3,602
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	32,558
Total	36,160
Accumulated Depreciation	(13,057)
Net	$ 23,103
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2000
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand At Madison | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,624
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Cypress Village
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Orange Beach, AL
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,290
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	12,238
Gross Amount, Land	1,290
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	15,555
Total	16,845
Accumulated Depreciation	(5,800)
Net	$ 11,045
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2008
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Cypress Village | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,317
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand At Liberty Park
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Vestavia Hills, AL
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,922
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	30,977
Gross Amount, Land	3,922
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	39,562
Total	43,484
Accumulated Depreciation	(16,136)
Net	$ 27,348
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2000
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand At Liberty Park | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 8,585
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Sky View
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Gilbert, AZ
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,668
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	14,577
Gross Amount, Land	2,668
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	17,676
Total	20,344
Accumulated Depreciation	(8,433)
Net	$ 11,911
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2007
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2009
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Sky View | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,099
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA City Gate
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Mesa, AZ
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,219
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	26,255
Gross Amount, Land	4,219
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	31,134
Total	35,353
Accumulated Depreciation	(11,675)
Net	$ 23,678
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2002
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA City Gate | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,879
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lyons Gate
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Phoenix, AZ
Initial Cost Land	$ 7,901
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	27,182
Gross Amount, Land	7,901
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	31,581
Total	39,482
Accumulated Depreciation	(15,332)
Net	$ 24,150
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2007
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2008
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lyons Gate | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,399
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Fountainhead
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Phoenix, AZ
Initial Cost Land	$ 12,212
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	56,705
Gross Amount, Land	12,212
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	59,922
Total	72,134
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,011)
Net	$ 60,123
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2015
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Fountainhead | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,217
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Foothills
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Phoenix, AZ
Initial Cost Land	$ 12,741
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	47,701
Gross Amount, Land	12,741
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	53,771
Total	66,512
Accumulated Depreciation	(29,123)
Net	$ 37,389
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2005
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2019
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Foothills | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,070
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Midtown Phoenix
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Phoenix, AZ
Initial Cost Land	$ 9,001
Gross Amount, Land	9,001
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	74,239
Total	83,240
Accumulated Depreciation	(6,550)
Net	$ 76,690
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2021
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2019
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Midtown Phoenix | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 74,239
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Old Town Scottsdale
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Scottsdale, AZ
Initial Cost Land	$ 7,820
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	51,627
Gross Amount, Land	7,820
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	60,522
Total	68,342
Accumulated Depreciation	(22,364)
Net	$ 45,978
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2019
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Old Town Scottsdale | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1994
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Old Town Scottsdale | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1995
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Old Town Scottsdale | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 8,895
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Camelback
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Scottsdale, AZ
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,612
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	20,273
Gross Amount, Land	3,612
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	25,209
Total	28,821
Accumulated Depreciation	(9,323)
Net	$ 19,498
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1999
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2019
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Camelback | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,936
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Sky Song
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Scottsdale, AZ
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	$ 55,748
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	60,299
Total	60,299
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,397)
Net	$ 47,902
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2014
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2015
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Sky Song | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,551
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA River North
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Denver, CO
Initial Cost Land	$ 14,500
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	28,900
Gross Amount, Land	14,500
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	70,277
Total	84,777
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,658)
Net	$ 72,119
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2018
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA River North | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 41,377
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Promenade
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Denver, CO
Initial Cost Land	$ 24,111
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	81,317
Gross Amount, Land	24,111
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	104,015
Total	128,126
Accumulated Depreciation	(15,137)
Net	$ 112,989
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2018
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Promenade | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2017
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Promenade | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2019
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Promenade | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 22,698
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | M A A Westglenn
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Denver, CO
Initial Cost Land	$ 8,077
Gross Amount, Land	8,077
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	74,751
Total	82,828
Accumulated Depreciation	(5,127)
Net	$ 77,701
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2021
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2018
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | M A A Westglenn | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 74,751
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Tiffany Oaks
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Altamonte Springs, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,024
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	9,219
Gross Amount, Land	1,024
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	15,529
Total	16,553
Accumulated Depreciation	(11,907)
Net	$ 4,646
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1985
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1996
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Tiffany Oaks | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,310
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lakewood Ranch
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Bradenton, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,980
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	40,230
Gross Amount, Land	2,980
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	48,454
Total	51,434
Accumulated Depreciation	(17,807)
Net	$ 33,627
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1985
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lakewood Ranch | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 8,224
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Indigo Point
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Brandon, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,167
Gross Amount, Land	1,167
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	15,500
Total	16,667
Accumulated Depreciation	(10,795)
Net	$ 5,872
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1989
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2000
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Indigo Point | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,000
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brandon
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Brandon, FL
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	$ 26,111
Gross Amount, Land	2,896
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	35,383
Total	38,279
Accumulated Depreciation	(24,967)
Net	$ 13,312
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1998
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2000
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brandon | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 9,272
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Indigo Point
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	$ 10,500
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Coral Springs
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Coral Springs, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 9,600
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	40,004
Gross Amount, Land	9,600
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	55,593
Total	65,193
Accumulated Depreciation	(32,102)
Net	$ 33,091
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2004
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Coral Springs | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 15,589
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Paddock Club Gainesville
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Gainesville, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,800
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	15,879
Gross Amount, Land	1,800
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	21,595
Total	23,395
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,753)
Net	$ 10,642
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1999
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1998
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Paddock Club Gainesville | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,716
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Retreat At Magnolia Park
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Gainesville, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,040
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	16,338
Gross Amount, Land	2,040
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	17,948
Total	19,988
Accumulated Depreciation	(7,236)
Net	$ 12,752
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2009
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2011
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Retreat At Magnolia Park | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 1,610
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Heathrow
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Heathrow, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,101
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	35,684
Gross Amount, Land	4,101
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	41,815
Total	45,916
Accumulated Depreciation	(16,572)
Net	$ 29,344
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1997
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Heathrow | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,131
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | 220 Riverside
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Jacksonville, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,381
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	35,514
Gross Amount, Land	2,381
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	44,895
Total	47,276
Accumulated Depreciation	(8,637)
Net	$ 38,639
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2015
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2012
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | 220 Riverside | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 9,381
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Atlantic Crossing
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Jacksonville, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,000
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	19,495
Gross Amount, Land	4,000
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	22,898
Total	26,898
Accumulated Depreciation	(9,074)
Net	$ 17,824
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2008
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2011
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Atlantic Crossing | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,403
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Coopers Hawk
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Jacksonville, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 854
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	7,500
Gross Amount, Land	854
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	12,343
Total	13,197
Accumulated Depreciation	(9,551)
Net	$ 3,646
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1987
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1995
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Coopers Hawk | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,843
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Hunters Ridge At Deerwood
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Jacksonville, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,533
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	13,835
Gross Amount, Land	1,533
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	20,117
Total	21,650
Accumulated Depreciation	(14,982)
Net	$ 6,668
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1987
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1997
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Hunters Ridge At Deerwood | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,282
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Lakeside
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Jacksonville, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,430
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	12,883
Gross Amount, Land	1,430
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	21,949
Total	23,379
Accumulated Depreciation	(17,272)
Net	$ 6,107
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1985
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1996
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Lakeside | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 9,066
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Lighthouse At Fleming Island
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Jacksonville, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,047
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	35,052
Gross Amount, Land	4,047
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	41,767
Total	45,814
Accumulated Depreciation	(25,649)
Net	$ 20,165
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2003
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2003
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Lighthouse At Fleming Island | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,715
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Paddock Club Mandarin
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Jacksonville, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,411
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	14,967
Gross Amount, Land	1,411
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	19,410
Total	20,821
Accumulated Depreciation	(11,264)
Net	$ 9,557
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1998
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1998
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Paddock Club Mandarin | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,443
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Mandarin Lakes
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Jacksonville, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,857
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	6,475
Gross Amount, Land	2,857
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	28,200
Total	31,057
Accumulated Depreciation	(14,456)
Net	$ 16,601
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1995
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Mandarin Lakes | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1987
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Mandarin Lakes | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2008
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Mandarin Lakes | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 21,725
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Tattersall At Tapestry Park
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Jacksonville, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 6,417
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	36,069
Gross Amount, Land	6,417
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	39,187
Total	45,604
Accumulated Depreciation	(15,105)
Net	$ 30,499
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2009
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2011
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Tattersall At Tapestry Park | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,118
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Woodhollow
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Jacksonville, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,678
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	15,179
Gross Amount, Land	1,678
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	24,717
Total	26,395
Accumulated Depreciation	(19,523)
Net	$ 6,872
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1986
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1997
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Woodhollow | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 9,538
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lake Mary
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Lake Mary, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 6,346
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	41,539
Gross Amount, Land	6,346
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	67,562
Total	73,908
Accumulated Depreciation	(21,284)
Net	$ 52,624
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2012
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lake Mary | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 26,023
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Town Park
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Lake Mary, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 5,742
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	56,562
Gross Amount, Land	5,742
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	64,704
Total	70,446
Accumulated Depreciation	(26,705)
Net	$ 43,741
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2005
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Town Park | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 8,142
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Town Park Reserve
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Lake Mary, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,481
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	10,311
Gross Amount, Land	3,481
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	11,203
Total	14,684
Accumulated Depreciation	(4,629)
Net	$ 10,055
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2004
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Town Park Reserve | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 892
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Heather Glen
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Orlando, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,662
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	56,988
Gross Amount, Land	4,662
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	66,264
Total	70,926
Accumulated Depreciation	(25,362)
Net	$ 45,564
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2000
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Heather Glen | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 9,276
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Randal Lakes
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Orlando, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 8,859
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	50,553
Gross Amount, Land	8,859
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	100,629
Total	109,488
Accumulated Depreciation	(20,243)
Net	$ 89,245
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Randal Lakes | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2014
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Randal Lakes | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2017
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Randal Lakes | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 50,076
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | M A A Robinson
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Orlando, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 6,003
Gross Amount, Land	6,003
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	91,543
Total	97,546
Accumulated Depreciation	(6,738)
Net	$ 90,808
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2021
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | M A A Robinson | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 91,543
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Baldwin Park
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Orlando, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 18,101
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	144,200
Gross Amount, Land	18,101
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	150,000
Total	168,101
Accumulated Depreciation	(37,061)
Net	$ 131,040
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2011
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Baldwin Park | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,800
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Crosswater
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Orlando, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 7,046
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	52,585
Gross Amount, Land	7,046
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	55,171
Total	62,217
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,200)
Net	$ 50,017
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2013
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Crosswater | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,586
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Parkside
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Orlando, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 5,669
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	49,754
Gross Amount, Land	5,669
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	59,617
Total	65,286
Accumulated Depreciation	(14,009)
Net	$ 51,277
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1999
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Parkside | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 9,863
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lake Nona
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Orlando, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 7,880
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	41,175
Gross Amount, Land	7,880
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	48,905
Total	56,785
Accumulated Depreciation	(18,079)
Net	$ 38,706
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2006
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2012
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lake Nona | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 7,730
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Sand Lake
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Orlando, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 7,635
Gross Amount, Land	7,635
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	55,998
Total	63,633
Accumulated Depreciation	(4,379)
Net	$ 59,254
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2021
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2019
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Sand Lake | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 55,998
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Palm Harbor
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Palm Harbor, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 6,900
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	26,613
Gross Amount, Land	6,900
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	31,706
Total	38,606
Accumulated Depreciation	(15,294)
Net	$ 23,312
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2000
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2009
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Palm Harbor | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,093
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Club At Panama Beach
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Panama City, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 893
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	14,276
Gross Amount, Land	893
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	19,920
Total	20,813
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,213)
Net	$ 8,600
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2000
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1998
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Club At Panama Beach | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,644
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Twin Lakes
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Sanford, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,091
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	47,793
Gross Amount, Land	3,091
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	52,983
Total	56,074
Accumulated Depreciation	(20,242)
Net	$ 35,832
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2005
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Twin Lakes | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,190
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Paddock Club Tallahassee
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Tallahassee, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,480
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	4,805
Gross Amount, Land	1,480
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	19,819
Total	21,299
Accumulated Depreciation	(15,133)
Net	$ 6,166
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1992
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1997
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Paddock Club Tallahassee | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 15,014
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Verandas at Southwood
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Tallahassee, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,600
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	25,914
Gross Amount, Land	3,600
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	28,652
Total	32,252
Accumulated Depreciation	(8,651)
Net	$ 23,601
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2003
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2011
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Verandas at Southwood | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,738
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Belmere
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Tampa, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 852
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	7,667
Gross Amount, Land	852
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	15,852
Total	16,704
Accumulated Depreciation	(11,564)
Net	$ 5,140
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1984
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1994
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Belmere | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 8,185
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Hampton Preserve
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Tampa, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 6,233
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	69,535
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	5,126
Gross Amount, Land	6,233
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	74,661
Total	80,894
Accumulated Depreciation	(26,641)
Net	$ 54,253
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2012
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Hampton Preserve II
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Tampa, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 10,796
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	61,863
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	226
Gross Amount, Land	10,796
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	62,089
Total	72,885
Accumulated Depreciation	(1,000)
Net	$ 71,885
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2000
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Carrollwood
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Tampa, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 927
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	7,355
Gross Amount, Land	927
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	14,324
Total	15,251
Accumulated Depreciation	(10,363)
Net	$ 4,888
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1980
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1998
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Carrollwood | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,969
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Bay View
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Tampa, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,541
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	28,381
Gross Amount, Land	4,541
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	31,198
Total	35,739
Accumulated Depreciation	(7,670)
Net	$ 28,069
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1997
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Bay View | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,817
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Harbour Island
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Tampa, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 16,296
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	116,193
Gross Amount, Land	16,296
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	134,261
Total	150,557
Accumulated Depreciation	(33,930)
Net	$ 116,627
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1997
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Harbour Island | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 18,068
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Hyde Park
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Tampa, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 16,891
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	95,259
Gross Amount, Land	16,891
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	106,885
Total	123,776
Accumulated Depreciation	(26,730)
Net	$ 97,046
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1994
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Hyde Park | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 11,626
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Rocky Point
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Tampa, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 35,260
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	153,102
Gross Amount, Land	35,260
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	172,721
Total	207,981
Accumulated Depreciation	(43,106)
Net	$ 164,875
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Rocky Point | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1994
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Rocky Point | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1995
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Rocky Point | Phase III [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Rocky Point | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 19,619
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Soho Square
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Tampa, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 5,190
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	56,296
Gross Amount, Land	5,190
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	57,833
Total	63,023
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,649)
Net	$ 50,374
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2012
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Soho Square | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 1,537
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Tampa Oaks
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Tampa, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,891
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	19,055
Gross Amount, Land	2,891
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	23,111
Total	26,002
Accumulated Depreciation	(10,868)
Net	$ 15,134
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2005
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2008
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Tampa Oaks | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,056
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Seven Oaks
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Wesley Chapel, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,051
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	42,768
Gross Amount, Land	3,051
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	46,758
Total	49,809
Accumulated Depreciation	(17,816)
Net	$ 31,993
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2004
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Seven Oaks | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,990
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Windermere
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Windermere, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,711
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	36,710
Gross Amount, Land	2,711
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	40,325
Total	43,036
Accumulated Depreciation	(14,247)
Net	$ 28,789
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2009
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Windermere | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,615
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Briarcliff
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Atlanta, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 24,614
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	114,921
Gross Amount, Land	24,614
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	123,890
Total	148,504
Accumulated Depreciation	(29,370)
Net	$ 119,134
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Briarcliff | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 8,969
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brookhaven
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Atlanta, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 29,048
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	106,463
Gross Amount, Land	29,048
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	118,890
Total	147,938
Accumulated Depreciation	(30,415)
Net	$ 117,523
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brookhaven | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1989
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brookhaven | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1992
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brookhaven | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 12,427
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brookwood
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Atlanta, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 11,168
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	52,758
Gross Amount, Land	11,168
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	60,389
Total	71,557
Accumulated Depreciation	(21,806)
Net	$ 49,751
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2008
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2012
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brookwood | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 7,631
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | M A A Buckhead
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Atlanta, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 8,633
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	19,844
Gross Amount, Land	8,633
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	31,324
Total	39,957
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,048)
Net	$ 27,909
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2002
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2012
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | M A A Buckhead | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 11,480
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Centennial Park
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Atlanta, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 13,650
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	10,950
Gross Amount, Land	13,650
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	73,809
Total	87,459
Accumulated Depreciation	(10,838)
Net	$ 76,621
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2018
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Centennial Park | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 62,859
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Chastain
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Atlanta, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 30,223
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	82,964
Gross Amount, Land	30,223
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	88,440
Total	118,663
Accumulated Depreciation	(21,115)
Net	$ 97,548
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1990
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Chastain | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,476
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Dunwoody
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Atlanta, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 15,799
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	48,054
Gross Amount, Land	15,799
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	54,456
Total	70,255
Accumulated Depreciation	(13,357)
Net	$ 56,898
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1995
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Dunwoody | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,402
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Gardens
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Atlanta, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 17,907
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	56,093
Gross Amount, Land	17,907
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	66,335
Total	84,242
Accumulated Depreciation	(16,456)
Net	$ 67,786
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Gardens | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 10,242
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Glen
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Atlanta, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 13,878
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	51,079
Gross Amount, Land	13,878
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	59,275
Total	73,153
Accumulated Depreciation	(14,489)
Net	$ 58,664
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Glen | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 8,196
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lenox
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Atlanta, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 23,876
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	165,572
Gross Amount, Land	23,876
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	171,206
Total	195,082
Accumulated Depreciation	(44,660)
Net	$ 150,422
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lenox | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2006
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lenox | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2015
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lenox | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,634
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Midtown
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Atlanta, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 7,000
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	44,000
Gross Amount, Land	7,000
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	85,507
Total	92,507
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,839)
Net	$ 79,668
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2017
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Midtown | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 41,507
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Oglethorpe
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Atlanta, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 6,856
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	31,441
Gross Amount, Land	6,856
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	39,605
Total	46,461
Accumulated Depreciation	(18,083)
Net	$ 28,378
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1994
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2008
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Oglethorpe | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 8,164
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Peachtree Hills
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Atlanta, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 11,974
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	55,264
Gross Amount, Land	11,974
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	57,543
Total	69,517
Accumulated Depreciation	(13,196)
Net	$ 56,321
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Peachtree Hills | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1992
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Peachtree Hills | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1994
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Peachtree Hills | Phase III [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2009
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Peachtree Hills | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,279
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Piedmont Park
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Atlanta, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 11,025
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	34,277
Gross Amount, Land	11,025
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	40,243
Total	51,268
Accumulated Depreciation	(8,828)
Net	$ 42,440
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1999
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Piedmont Park | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,966
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Riverside
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Atlanta, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 23,765
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	89,369
Gross Amount, Land	23,765
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	101,112
Total	124,877
Accumulated Depreciation	(27,479)
Net	$ 97,398
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Riverside | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 11,743
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Spring
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Atlanta, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 18,596
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	57,819
Gross Amount, Land	18,596
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	65,671
Total	84,267
Accumulated Depreciation	(17,444)
Net	$ 66,823
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1999
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Spring | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 7,852
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Stratford
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Atlanta, GA
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	$ 30,051
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	36,904
Total	36,904
Accumulated Depreciation	(9,729)
Net	$ 27,175
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1999
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Stratford | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,853
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Berkeley Lake
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Duluth, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,960
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	15,707
Gross Amount, Land	1,960
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	19,438
Total	21,398
Accumulated Depreciation	(8,764)
Net	$ 12,634
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1998
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Berkeley Lake | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,731
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA McDaniel Farm
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Duluth, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,985
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	32,206
Gross Amount, Land	3,985
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	39,707
Total	43,692
Accumulated Depreciation	(17,379)
Net	$ 26,313
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1997
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA McDaniel Farm | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 7,501
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Pleasant Hill
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Duluth, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 6,753
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	32,202
Gross Amount, Land	6,753
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	41,224
Total	47,977
Accumulated Depreciation	(17,127)
Net	$ 30,850
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Pleasant Hill | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 9,022
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Prescott
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Duluth, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,840
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	24,011
Gross Amount, Land	3,840
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	31,035
Total	34,875
Accumulated Depreciation	(18,307)
Net	$ 16,568
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2001
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2004
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Prescott | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 7,024
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA River Oaks
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Duluth, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,349
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	13,579
Gross Amount, Land	4,349
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	18,085
Total	22,434
Accumulated Depreciation	(9,518)
Net	$ 12,916
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1992
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA River Oaks | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,506
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA River Place
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Duluth, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,059
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	19,158
Gross Amount, Land	2,059
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	24,200
Total	26,259
Accumulated Depreciation	(10,317)
Net	$ 15,942
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1994
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA River Place | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,042
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Mount Vernon
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dunwoody, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 6,861
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	23,748
Gross Amount, Land	6,861
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	28,802
Total	35,663
Accumulated Depreciation	(11,152)
Net	$ 24,511
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1997
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Mount Vernon | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,054
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lake Lanier
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Gainesville, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 6,710
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	40,994
Gross Amount, Land	6,710
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	53,681
Total	60,391
Accumulated Depreciation	(31,221)
Net	$ 29,170
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2005
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lake Lanier | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1998
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lake Lanier | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2001
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lake Lanier | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 12,687
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Shiloh
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Kennesaw, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,864
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	45,893
Gross Amount, Land	4,864
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	54,921
Total	59,785
Accumulated Depreciation	(22,042)
Net	$ 37,743
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2002
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Shiloh | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 9,028
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Milstead
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	LaGrange, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,100
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	29,240
Gross Amount, Land	3,100
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	33,526
Total	36,626
Accumulated Depreciation	(11,569)
Net	$ 25,057
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1998
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2008
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Milstead | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,286
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Barrett Creek
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Marietta, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 5,661
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	26,186
Gross Amount, Land	5,661
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	30,832
Total	36,493
Accumulated Depreciation	(14,059)
Net	$ 22,434
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1999
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Barrett Creek | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,646
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand at Godley Lake
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Pooler, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,750
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	30,893
Gross Amount, Land	1,750
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	33,923
Total	35,673
Accumulated Depreciation	(13,044)
Net	$ 22,629
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2008
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand at Godley Lake | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,030
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand at Godley Station [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Pooler, GA
Encumbrances	$ 3,861
Initial Cost Land	1,800
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	35,454
Gross Amount, Land	1,800
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	41,199
Total	42,999
Accumulated Depreciation	(15,627)
Net	$ 27,372
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2001
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand at Godley Station [Member] | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,745
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Avala at Savannah Quarters [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Savannah, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,500
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	24,862
Gross Amount, Land	1,500
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	28,126
Total	29,626
Accumulated Depreciation	(11,019)
Net	$ 18,607
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2009
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2011
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Avala at Savannah Quarters [Member] | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,264
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand at Hammocks [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Savannah, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,441
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	36,863
Gross Amount, Land	2,441
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	45,230
Total	47,671
Accumulated Depreciation	(17,115)
Net	$ 30,556
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1997
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand at Hammocks [Member] | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 8,367
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village at Huntington [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Savannah, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,521
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	8,223
Gross Amount, Land	2,521
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	11,155
Total	13,676
Accumulated Depreciation	(4,504)
Net	$ 9,172
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1986
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village at Huntington [Member] | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,932
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Georgetown Grove [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Savannah, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,288
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	11,579
Gross Amount, Land	1,288
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	15,992
Total	17,280
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,034)
Net	$ 5,246
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1997
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1998
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Georgetown Grove [Member] | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,413
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Oaks at Wilmington Island [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Savannah, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,864
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	25,315
Gross Amount, Land	2,864
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	31,883
Total	34,747
Accumulated Depreciation	(17,249)
Net	$ 17,498
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1999
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2006
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Oaks at Wilmington Island [Member] | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,568
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA West Village [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Smyrna, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 14,410
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	73,733
Gross Amount, Land	14,410
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	85,581
Total	99,991
Accumulated Depreciation	(25,375)
Net	$ 74,616
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2014
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA West Village [Member] | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2006
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA West Village [Member] | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2012
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA West Village [Member] | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 11,848
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Ranch at Prairie Trace [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Overland Park, KS
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,500
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	40,614
Gross Amount, Land	3,500
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	43,777
Total	47,277
Accumulated Depreciation	(8,829)
Net	$ 38,448
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2015
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2015
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Ranch at Prairie Trace [Member] | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,163
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Pinnacle
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Lexington, KY
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,024
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	31,525
Gross Amount, Land	2,024
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	39,604
Total	41,628
Accumulated Depreciation	(23,148)
Net	$ 18,480
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2000
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1998
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Pinnacle | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 8,079
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lakepointe [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Lexington, KY
Initial Cost Land	$ 411
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	3,699
Gross Amount, Land	411
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	6,580
Total	6,991
Accumulated Depreciation	(5,341)
Net	$ 1,650
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1986
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1994
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lakepointe [Member] | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,881
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Mansion [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Lexington, KY
Initial Cost Land	$ 694
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	6,242
Gross Amount, Land	694
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	10,627
Total	11,321
Accumulated Depreciation	(8,512)
Net	$ 2,809
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1989
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1994
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Mansion [Member] | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,385
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Village
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Lexington, KY
Initial Cost Land	$ 900
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	8,097
Gross Amount, Land	900
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	13,252
Total	14,152
Accumulated Depreciation	(10,806)
Net	$ 3,346
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1989
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1994
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Village | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,155
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Stonemill Village
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Louisville, KY
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,169
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	10,518
Gross Amount, Land	1,169
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	21,453
Total	22,622
Accumulated Depreciation	(16,841)
Net	$ 5,781
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1985
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1994
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Stonemill Village | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 10,935
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Market Station
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Kansas City, MO
Initial Cost Land	$ 5,814
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	46,241
Gross Amount, Land	5,814
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	51,304
Total	57,118
Accumulated Depreciation	(17,838)
Net	$ 39,280
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2010
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2012
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Market Station | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,063
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | The Denton
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Kansas City, MO
Initial Cost Land	$ 5,520
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	50,939
Gross Amount, Land	5,520
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	80,502
Total	86,022
Accumulated Depreciation	(15,043)
Net	$ 70,979
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2015
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | The Denton | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | The Denton | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2014
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | The Denton | Phase III [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2017
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | The Denton | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 29,563
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Beaver Creek
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Apex, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 7,491
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	34,863
Gross Amount, Land	7,491
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	39,183
Total	46,674
Accumulated Depreciation	(14,556)
Net	$ 32,118
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Beaver Creek | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2007
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Beaver Creek | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,320
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Hermitage
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Cary, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 900
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	8,099
Gross Amount, Land	900
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	14,003
Total	14,903
Accumulated Depreciation	(10,466)
Net	$ 4,437
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1988
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1997
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Hermitage | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,904
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA 900 Waterford
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Cary, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,000
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	20,250
Gross Amount, Land	4,000
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	25,732
Total	29,732
Accumulated Depreciation	(14,535)
Net	$ 15,197
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2005
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA 900 Waterford | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,482
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA 1225
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charlotte, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 9,612
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	22,342
Gross Amount, Land	9,612
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	55,095
Total	64,707
Accumulated Depreciation	(16,535)
Net	$ 48,172
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2010
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2010
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA 1225 | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 32,753
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Ayrsley
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charlotte, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,481
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	52,119
Gross Amount, Land	2,481
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	69,940
Total	72,421
Accumulated Depreciation	(24,224)
Net	$ 48,197
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2008
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Ayrsley | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 17,821
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Ballantyne
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charlotte, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 16,216
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	44,817
Gross Amount, Land	16,216
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	50,445
Total	66,661
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,287)
Net	$ 54,374
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2004
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Ballantyne | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,628
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Beverly Crest
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charlotte, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,161
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	24,004
Gross Amount, Land	3,161
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	29,656
Total	32,817
Accumulated Depreciation	(11,025)
Net	$ 21,792
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Beverly Crest | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,652
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Chancellor Park
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charlotte, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 5,311
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	28,016
Gross Amount, Land	5,311
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	34,958
Total	40,269
Accumulated Depreciation	(13,590)
Net	$ 26,679
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1999
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Chancellor Park | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,942
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA City Grand
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charlotte, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,620
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	17,499
Gross Amount, Land	1,620
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	19,495
Total	21,115
Accumulated Depreciation	(7,031)
Net	$ 14,084
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2005
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA City Grand | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 1,996
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Enclave
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charlotte, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,461
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	18,984
Gross Amount, Land	1,461
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	21,466
Total	22,927
Accumulated Depreciation	(7,402)
Net	$ 15,525
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2008
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Enclave | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,482
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Gateway
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charlotte, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 17,528
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	57,444
Gross Amount, Land	17,528
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	71,452
Total	88,980
Accumulated Depreciation	(17,261)
Net	$ 71,719
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2000
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Gateway | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 14,008
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Legacy Park
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charlotte, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,891
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	28,272
Gross Amount, Land	2,891
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	32,975
Total	35,866
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,704)
Net	$ 23,162
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2001
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Legacy Park | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,703
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA LoSo
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charlotte, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 14,600
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	108,076
Gross Amount, Land	14,600
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	124,590
Total	139,190
Accumulated Depreciation	(1,168)
Net	$ 138,022
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2021
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2022
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA LoSo | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 16,514
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Prosperity Creek
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charlotte, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,591
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	27,713
Gross Amount, Land	4,591
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	31,373
Total	35,964
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,399)
Net	$ 23,565
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2005
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Prosperity Creek | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,660
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Reserve
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charlotte, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,628
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	44,282
Gross Amount, Land	4,628
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	58,588
Total	63,216
Accumulated Depreciation	(13,174)
Net	$ 50,042
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2013
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Reserve | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 14,306
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA South Line
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charlotte, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 18,835
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	58,795
Gross Amount, Land	18,835
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	64,515
Total	83,350
Accumulated Depreciation	(14,284)
Net	$ 69,066
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2009
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA South Line | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,720
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA South Park
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charlotte, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 20,869
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	65,517
Gross Amount, Land	20,869
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	75,498
Total	96,367
Accumulated Depreciation	(18,620)
Net	$ 77,747
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA South Park | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 9,981
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA South Tryon
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charlotte, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,260
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	19,489
Gross Amount, Land	2,260
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	23,114
Total	25,374
Accumulated Depreciation	(9,038)
Net	$ 16,336
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2002
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA South Tryon | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,625
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA University Lake
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charlotte, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,250
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	31,389
Gross Amount, Land	3,250
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	38,135
Total	41,385
Accumulated Depreciation	(15,244)
Net	$ 26,141
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1998
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA University Lake | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,746
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Uptown
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charlotte, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 10,888
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	30,078
Gross Amount, Land	10,888
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	37,828
Total	48,716
Accumulated Depreciation	(8,716)
Net	$ 40,000
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2000
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Uptown | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 7,750
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Cornelius
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Cornelius, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,571
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	29,151
Gross Amount, Land	4,571
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	31,851
Total	36,422
Accumulated Depreciation	(13,018)
Net	$ 23,404
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2009
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Cornelius | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,700
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Patterson
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Durham, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,590
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	27,126
Gross Amount, Land	2,590
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	32,087
Total	34,677
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,277)
Net	$ 22,400
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1997
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Patterson | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,961
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Research Park
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Durham, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,201
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	37,682
Gross Amount, Land	4,201
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	44,210
Total	48,411
Accumulated Depreciation	(16,977)
Net	$ 31,434
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2002
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Research Park | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,528
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Duke Forest
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Durham, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,271
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	15,609
Gross Amount, Land	3,271
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	18,689
Total	21,960
Accumulated Depreciation	(8,246)
Net	$ 13,714
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2005
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Duke Forest | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,080
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Huntersville
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Huntersville, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,251
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	31,948
Gross Amount, Land	4,251
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	36,655
Total	40,906
Accumulated Depreciation	(14,644)
Net	$ 26,262
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2008
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Huntersville | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,707
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Fifty One
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Matthews, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,071
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	21,830
Gross Amount, Land	3,071
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	28,897
Total	31,968
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,757)
Net	$ 19,211
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2008
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Fifty One | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 7,067
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Matthews Commons
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Matthews, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,690
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	28,536
Gross Amount, Land	3,690
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	31,857
Total	35,547
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,493)
Net	$ 23,054
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2008
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Matthews Commons | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,321
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Arringdon
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Morrisville, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 6,401
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	31,134
Gross Amount, Land	6,401
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	37,248
Total	43,649
Accumulated Depreciation	(14,224)
Net	$ 29,425
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2003
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Arringdon | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,114
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brierdale
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Raleigh, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 7,372
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	50,202
Gross Amount, Land	7,372
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	54,652
Total	62,024
Accumulated Depreciation	(20,473)
Net	$ 41,551
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2010
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brierdale | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,450
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brier Falls
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Raleigh, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 6,572
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	48,910
Gross Amount, Land	6,572
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	53,017
Total	59,589
Accumulated Depreciation	(19,323)
Net	$ 40,266
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2008
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brier Falls | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,107
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Crabtree
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Raleigh, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,241
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	18,434
Gross Amount, Land	2,241
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	22,387
Total	24,628
Accumulated Depreciation	(8,013)
Net	$ 16,615
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1997
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Crabtree | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,953
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Trinity
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Raleigh, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 5,232
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	45,138
Gross Amount, Land	5,232
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	51,628
Total	56,860
Accumulated Depreciation	(20,635)
Net	$ 36,225
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Trinity | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2000
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Trinity | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2002
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Trinity | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,490
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Hue
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Raleigh, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,690
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	29,910
Gross Amount, Land	3,690
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	33,079
Total	36,769
Accumulated Depreciation	(10,946)
Net	$ 25,823
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2009
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2010
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Hue | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,169
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Wade Park
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Raleigh, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 19,434
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	98,288
Gross Amount, Land	19,434
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	127,277
Total	146,711
Accumulated Depreciation	(32,932)
Net	$ 113,779
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Wade Park | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2011
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Wade Park | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2017
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Wade Park | Phase III [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2019
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Wade Park | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 28,989
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Preserve
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Raleigh, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 5,831
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	21,980
Gross Amount, Land	5,831
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	50,400
Total	56,231
Accumulated Depreciation	(24,502)
Net	$ 31,729
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2004
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2006
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Preserve | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 28,420
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Providence
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Raleigh, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,695
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	29,007
Gross Amount, Land	4,695
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	32,555
Total	37,250
Accumulated Depreciation	(15,711)
Net	$ 21,539
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2007
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2008
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Providence | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,548
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand at Desert Vista
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	North Las Vegas, NV
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,091
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	29,826
Gross Amount, Land	4,091
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	33,128
Total	37,219
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,851)
Net	$ 24,368
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2009
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand at Desert Vista | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,302
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand at Palm Vista
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	North Las Vegas, NV
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,909
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	25,643
Gross Amount, Land	4,909
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	31,902
Total	36,811
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,919)
Net	$ 23,892
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2007
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand at Palm Vista | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,259
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Tanglewood
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Anderson, SC
Initial Cost Land	$ 427
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	3,853
Gross Amount, Land	427
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	6,826
Total	7,253
Accumulated Depreciation	(5,864)
Net	$ 1,389
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1980
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1994
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Tanglewood | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,973
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | 1201 Midtown
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charleston, SC
Initial Cost Land	$ 18,679
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	63,759
Gross Amount, Land	18,679
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	81,923
Total	100,602
Accumulated Depreciation	(13,880)
Net	$ 86,722
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | 1201 Midtown | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2015
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | 1201 Midtown | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2018
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | 1201 Midtown | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 18,164
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand At Cypress Cove
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charleston, SC
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,610
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	28,645
Gross Amount, Land	3,610
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	34,772
Total	38,382
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,877)
Net	$ 25,505
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2001
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand At Cypress Cove | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,127
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At Hampton Pointe
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charleston, SC
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,971
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	22,790
Gross Amount, Land	3,971
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	31,875
Total	35,846
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,322)
Net	$ 23,524
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1986
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At Hampton Pointe | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 9,085
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At Westchase
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charleston, SC
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,571
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	20,091
Gross Amount, Land	4,571
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	26,574
Total	31,145
Accumulated Depreciation	(11,364)
Net	$ 19,781
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1985
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At Westchase | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,483
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Quarterdeck at James Island
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charleston, SC
Initial Cost Land	$ 920
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	24,097
Gross Amount, Land	920
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	32,156
Total	33,076
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,227)
Net	$ 20,849
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1987
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Quarterdeck at James Island | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 8,059
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Rivers Walk
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charleston, SC
Initial Cost Land	$ 8,831
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	39,430
Gross Amount, Land	8,831
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	43,057
Total	51,888
Accumulated Depreciation	(9,365)
Net	$ 42,523
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Rivers Walk | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Rivers Walk | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Rivers Walk | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,627
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Paddock Club Columbia
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Columbia, SC
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,840
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	16,560
Gross Amount, Land	1,840
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	23,895
Total	25,735
Accumulated Depreciation	(17,424)
Net	$ 8,311
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1991
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1997
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Paddock Club Columbia | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 7,335
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | The Fairways
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Columbia, SC
Initial Cost Land	$ 910
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	8,207
Gross Amount, Land	910
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	11,646
Total	12,556
Accumulated Depreciation	(9,802)
Net	$ 2,754
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1992
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1994
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | The Fairways | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,439
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At Windsor Place
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Goose Creek, SC
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,321
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	14,163
Gross Amount, Land	1,321
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	19,243
Total	20,564
Accumulated Depreciation	(8,266)
Net	$ 12,298
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1985
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At Windsor Place | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,080
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Highland Ridge
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Greenville, SC
Initial Cost Land	$ 482
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	4,337
Gross Amount, Land	482
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	7,452
Total	7,934
Accumulated Depreciation	(5,538)
Net	$ 2,396
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1984
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1995
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Highland Ridge | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,115
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Howell Commons
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Greenville, SC
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,304
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	11,740
Gross Amount, Land	1,304
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	16,819
Total	18,123
Accumulated Depreciation	(13,062)
Net	$ 5,061
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1987
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1997
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Howell Commons | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,079
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Innovation Apartment Homes
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Greenville, SC
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,437
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	52,026
Gross Amount, Land	4,437
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	55,024
Total	59,461
Accumulated Depreciation	(11,962)
Net	$ 47,499
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2015
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Innovation Apartment Homes | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,998
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Paddock Club Greenville
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Greenville, SC
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,200
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	10,800
Gross Amount, Land	1,200
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	14,576
Total	15,776
Accumulated Depreciation	(10,897)
Net	$ 4,879
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1997
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Paddock Club Greenville | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,776
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Park Haywood
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Greenville, SC
Initial Cost Land	$ 360
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	2,925
Gross Amount, Land	360
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	8,240
Total	8,600
Accumulated Depreciation	(6,487)
Net	$ 2,113
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1983
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1993
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Park Haywood | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,315
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Spring Creek
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Greenville, SC
Initial Cost Land	$ 583
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	5,374
Gross Amount, Land	583
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	8,770
Total	9,353
Accumulated Depreciation	(6,834)
Net	$ 2,519
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1985
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1995
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Spring Creek | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,396
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | The Greene
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Greenville, SC
Initial Cost Land	$ 5,427
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	66,546
Gross Amount, Land	5,427
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	67,936
Total	73,363
Accumulated Depreciation	(6,062)
Net	$ 67,301
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2019
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2019
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | The Greene | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 1,390
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Runaway Bay
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Mt. Pleasant, SC
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,096
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	7,269
Gross Amount, Land	1,096
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	14,926
Total	16,022
Accumulated Depreciation	(11,415)
Net	$ 4,607
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1988
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1995
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Runaway Bay | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 7,657
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand At Commerce Park
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	North Charleston, SC
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,780
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	33,966
Gross Amount, Land	2,780
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	39,956
Total	42,736
Accumulated Depreciation	(14,740)
Net	$ 27,996
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2008
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Grand At Commerce Park | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,990
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Brookwood535
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Simpsonville, SC
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,216
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	18,666
Gross Amount, Land	1,216
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	21,275
Total	22,491
Accumulated Depreciation	(9,172)
Net	$ 13,319
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2008
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2010
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Brookwood535 | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,609
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Park Place
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Spartanburg, SC
Initial Cost Land	$ 723
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	6,504
Gross Amount, Land	723
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	9,176
Total	9,899
Accumulated Depreciation	(7,319)
Net	$ 2,580
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1987
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1997
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Park Place | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,672
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At Waters Edge
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Summerville, SC
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,103
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	9,187
Gross Amount, Land	2,103
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	14,594
Total	16,697
Accumulated Depreciation	(7,193)
Net	$ 9,504
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1985
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At Waters Edge | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,407
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Farmington Village
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Summerville, SC
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,800
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	26,295
Gross Amount, Land	2,800
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	30,091
Total	32,891
Accumulated Depreciation	(15,548)
Net	$ 17,343
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2007
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2007
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Farmington Village | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,796
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Hamilton Pointe
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Chattanooga, TN
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,131
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	10,632
Gross Amount, Land	1,131
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	18,506
Total	19,637
Accumulated Depreciation	(10,094)
Net	$ 9,543
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1989
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1992
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Hamilton Pointe | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 7,874
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Hidden Creek
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Chattanooga, TN
Initial Cost Land	$ 972
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	8,954
Gross Amount, Land	972
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	16,334
Total	17,306
Accumulated Depreciation	(8,909)
Net	$ 8,397
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1987
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1988
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Hidden Creek | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 7,380
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Steeplechase
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Chattanooga, TN
Initial Cost Land	$ 217
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	1,957
Gross Amount, Land	217
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	6,818
Total	7,035
Accumulated Depreciation	(4,336)
Net	$ 2,699
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1986
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1991
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Steeplechase | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,861
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Windridge
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Chattanooga, TN
Initial Cost Land	$ 817
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	7,416
Gross Amount, Land	817
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	12,819
Total	13,636
Accumulated Depreciation	(9,350)
Net	$ 4,286
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1984
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1997
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Windridge | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,403
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Kirby Station
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Memphis, TN
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,148
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	10,337
Gross Amount, Land	1,148
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	21,312
Total	22,460
Accumulated Depreciation	(16,485)
Net	$ 5,975
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1978
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1994
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Kirby Station | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 10,975
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Lincoln On Green
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Memphis, TN
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,498
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	20,483
Gross Amount, Land	1,498
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	39,740
Total	41,238
Accumulated Depreciation	(30,300)
Net	$ 10,938
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1992
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1994
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Lincoln On Green | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 19,257
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Park Estate
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Memphis, TN
Initial Cost Land	$ 178
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	1,141
Gross Amount, Land	178
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	5,063
Total	5,241
Accumulated Depreciation	(3,790)
Net	$ 1,451
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1974
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1977
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Park Estate | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,922
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Reserve At Dexter Lake
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Memphis, TN
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,407
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	16,043
Gross Amount, Land	3,407
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	65,170
Total	68,577
Accumulated Depreciation	(34,654)
Net	$ 33,923
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2000
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1998
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Reserve At Dexter Lake | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 49,127
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Murfreesboro
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Murfreesboro, TN
Initial Cost Land	$ 915
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	14,774
Gross Amount, Land	915
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	19,789
Total	20,704
Accumulated Depreciation	(11,825)
Net	$ 8,879
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1999
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1998
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Murfreesboro | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,015
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Acklen
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Nashville, TN
Initial Cost Land	$ 12,761
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	58,906
Gross Amount, Land	12,761
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	61,486
Total	74,247
Accumulated Depreciation	(11,433)
Net	$ 62,814
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2015
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2017
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Acklen | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,580
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Indian Lake
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Nashville, TN
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,950
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	28,053
Gross Amount, Land	4,950
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	31,629
Total	36,579
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,092)
Net	$ 24,487
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2010
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2011
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Indian Lake | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,576
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Kennesaw Farms
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Nashville, TN
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,456
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	22,443
Gross Amount, Land	3,456
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	27,826
Total	31,282
Accumulated Depreciation	(11,570)
Net	$ 19,712
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2008
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2010
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Kennesaw Farms | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,383
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brentwood
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Nashville, TN
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,191
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	10,739
Gross Amount, Land	1,191
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	20,372
Total	21,563
Accumulated Depreciation	(15,116)
Net	$ 6,447
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1986
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1994
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brentwood | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 9,633
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Charlotte Ave
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Nashville, TN
Initial Cost Land	$ 7,898
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	54,480
Gross Amount, Land	7,898
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	57,262
Total	65,160
Accumulated Depreciation	(9,597)
Net	$ 55,563
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2016
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2017
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Charlotte Ave | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,782
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Bellevue
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Nashville, TN
Initial Cost Land	$ 17,193
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	64,196
Gross Amount, Land	17,193
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	72,484
Total	89,677
Accumulated Depreciation	(22,880)
Net	$ 66,797
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Bellevue | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Bellevue | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2015
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Bellevue | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 8,288
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Nashville West
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Nashville, TN
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,963
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	33,673
Gross Amount, Land	2,963
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	44,704
Total	47,667
Accumulated Depreciation	(24,992)
Net	$ 22,675
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2001
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1998
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Nashville West | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 11,031
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Monthaven Park
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Nashville, TN
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,736
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	28,902
Gross Amount, Land	2,736
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	37,196
Total	39,932
Accumulated Depreciation	(22,630)
Net	$ 17,302
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2000
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2004
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Monthaven Park | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 8,294
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Park
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Nashville, TN
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,524
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	14,800
Gross Amount, Land	1,524
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	24,374
Total	25,898
Accumulated Depreciation	(19,128)
Net	$ 6,770
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1987
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1995
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Park | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 9,574
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Cool Springs
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Nashville, TN
Initial Cost Land	$ 6,670
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures
Gross Amount, Land	6,670
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	54,391
Total	61,061
Accumulated Depreciation	(14,953)
Net	$ 46,108
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2012
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2010
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Cool Springs | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 54,391
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Sam Ridley
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Nashville, TN
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,350
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	28,308
Gross Amount, Land	3,350
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	33,787
Total	37,137
Accumulated Depreciation	(14,112)
Net	$ 23,025
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2009
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2010
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Sam Ridley | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,479
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Balcones Woods
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Austin, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,598
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	14,398
Gross Amount, Land	1,598
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	26,160
Total	27,758
Accumulated Depreciation	(17,296)
Net	$ 10,462
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1983
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1997
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Balcones Woods | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 11,762
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Canyon Creek
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Austin, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,621
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	32,137
Gross Amount, Land	3,621
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	35,871
Total	39,492
Accumulated Depreciation	(13,724)
Net	$ 25,768
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2008
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Canyon Creek | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,734
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Canyon Pointe
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Austin, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,778
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	20,201
Gross Amount, Land	3,778
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	24,751
Total	28,529
Accumulated Depreciation	(10,202)
Net	$ 18,327
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2003
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Canyon Pointe | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,550
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Double Creek
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Austin, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,131
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	29,375
Gross Amount, Land	3,131
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	31,623
Total	34,754
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,240)
Net	$ 22,514
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2013
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Double Creek | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,248
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Onion Creek
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Austin, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,902
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	33,010
Gross Amount, Land	4,902
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	37,188
Total	42,090
Accumulated Depreciation	(14,725)
Net	$ 27,365
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2009
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Onion Creek | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,178
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Wells Branch
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Austin, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,722
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	32,283
Gross Amount, Land	3,722
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	36,323
Total	40,045
Accumulated Depreciation	(13,258)
Net	$ 26,787
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2008
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Wells Branch | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,040
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Quarry Oaks
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Austin, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,621
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	34,461
Gross Amount, Land	4,621
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	47,945
Total	52,566
Accumulated Depreciation	(18,074)
Net	$ 34,492
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Quarry Oaks | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 13,484
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Sunset Valley
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Austin, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,150
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	11,393
Gross Amount, Land	3,150
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	17,422
Total	20,572
Accumulated Depreciation	(9,644)
Net	$ 10,928
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2004
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Sunset Valley | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,029
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Western Oaks
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Austin, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 9,100
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	49,339
Gross Amount, Land	9,100
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	54,166
Total	63,266
Accumulated Depreciation	(19,917)
Net	$ 43,349
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2001
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2009
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Western Oaks | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,827
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Barton Creek
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Austin, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 8,683
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	21,497
Gross Amount, Land	8,683
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	26,372
Total	35,055
Accumulated Depreciation	(6,606)
Net	$ 28,449
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1998
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Barton Creek | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,875
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Park Mesa
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Austin, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,653
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	19,828
Gross Amount, Land	4,653
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	22,362
Total	27,015
Accumulated Depreciation	(5,285)
Net	$ 21,730
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1992
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Park Mesa | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,534
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA South Lamar
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Austin, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 20,542
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	74,093
Gross Amount, Land	20,542
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	102,887
Total	123,429
Accumulated Depreciation	(22,265)
Net	$ 101,164
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA South Lamar | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2011
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA South Lamar | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2017
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA South Lamar | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 28,794
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA West Austin
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Austin, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 7,805
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	48,843
Gross Amount, Land	7,805
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	52,293
Total	60,098
Accumulated Depreciation	(15,096)
Net	$ 45,002
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2009
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA West Austin | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,450
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brushy Creek
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Austin, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,900
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	24,009
Gross Amount, Land	2,900
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	30,498
Total	33,398
Accumulated Depreciation	(16,710)
Net	$ 16,688
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2003
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2006
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Brushy Creek | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,489
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA East Austin
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Austin, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,281
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	6,169
Gross Amount, Land	2,281
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	21,613
Total	23,894
Accumulated Depreciation	(10,641)
Net	$ 13,253
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1987
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1995
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA East Austin | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 15,444
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Barton Skyway
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Austin, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,405
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	12,769
Gross Amount, Land	1,405
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	26,519
Total	27,924
Accumulated Depreciation	(14,611)
Net	$ 13,313
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1977
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1997
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Barton Skyway | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 13,750
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Windmill Hill
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Austin, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 5,006
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures
Gross Amount, Land	5,006
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	55,114
Total	60,120
Accumulated Depreciation	(1,399)
Net	$ 58,721
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2020
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Windmill Hill | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 55,114
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Shoal Creek
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Bedford, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,982
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	27,377
Gross Amount, Land	4,982
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	33,522
Total	38,504
Accumulated Depreciation	(13,546)
Net	$ 24,958
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Shoal Creek | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,145
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Willow Creek
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Bedford, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,109
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	33,488
Gross Amount, Land	3,109
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	44,530
Total	47,639
Accumulated Depreciation	(18,055)
Net	$ 29,584
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Willow Creek | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 11,042
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Hebron
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Carrollton, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,231
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	42,237
Gross Amount, Land	4,231
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	45,051
Total	49,282
Accumulated Depreciation	(16,154)
Net	$ 33,128
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2011
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Hebron | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,814
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Cedar park
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Cedar Park, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 7,232
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	56,640
Gross Amount, Land	7,232
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	63,682
Total	70,914
Accumulated Depreciation	(23,982)
Net	$ 46,932
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2005
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Cedar park | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 7,042
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Grand Cypress
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Cypress, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,881
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	24,267
Gross Amount, Land	3,881
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	29,016
Total	32,897
Accumulated Depreciation	(8,275)
Net	$ 24,622
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2008
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Grand Cypress | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,749
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Medical District
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,050
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	33,779
Gross Amount, Land	4,050
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	38,379
Total	42,429
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,937)
Net	$ 29,492
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2007
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Medical District | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,600
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Highlands North
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 988
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	8,893
Gross Amount, Land	988
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	13,856
Total	14,844
Accumulated Depreciation	(9,966)
Net	$ 4,878
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1986
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1998
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Highlands North | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,963
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Grand Courtyards
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,730
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	22,240
Gross Amount, Land	2,730
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	28,989
Total	31,719
Accumulated Depreciation	(15,308)
Net	$ 16,411
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2000
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2006
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Grand Courtyards | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,749
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lowes Farm
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 5,016
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	41,091
Gross Amount, Land	5,016
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	45,408
Total	50,424
Accumulated Depreciation	(17,601)
Net	$ 32,823
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2008
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2011
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Lowes Farm | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,317
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Frisco Bridges
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 14,845
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	66,571
Gross Amount, Land	14,845
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	131,703
Total	146,548
Accumulated Depreciation	(30,454)
Net	$ 116,094
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Frisco Bridges | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2009
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Frisco Bridges | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Frisco Bridges | Phase III [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2021
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Frisco Bridges | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 65,132
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA McKinney Avenue
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 34,765
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	40,127
Gross Amount, Land	34,765
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	51,809
Total	86,574
Accumulated Depreciation	(13,282)
Net	$ 73,292
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA McKinney Avenue | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1993
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA McKinney Avenue | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA McKinney Avenue | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 11,682
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Worthington
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 13,713
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	43,268
Gross Amount, Land	13,713
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	53,460
Total	67,173
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,008)
Net	$ 55,165
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Worthington | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1993
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Worthington | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2008
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Worthington | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 10,192
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Abbey
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,711
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	4,369
Gross Amount, Land	2,711
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	5,216
Total	7,927
Accumulated Depreciation	(1,295)
Net	$ 6,632
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Abbey | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 847
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Addison Circle
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 12,308
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	189,419
Gross Amount, Land	12,308
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	217,265
Total	229,573
Accumulated Depreciation	(52,494)
Net	$ 177,079
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Addison Circle | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1998
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Addison Circle | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2000
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Addison Circle | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 27,846
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA North Hall
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 13,030
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	14,383
Gross Amount, Land	13,030
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	18,522
Total	31,552
Accumulated Depreciation	(5,369)
Net	$ 26,183
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1998
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA North Hall | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,139
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Eastside
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 7,134
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	58,095
Gross Amount, Land	7,134
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	63,507
Total	70,641
Accumulated Depreciation	(16,258)
Net	$ 54,383
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2008
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Eastside | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,412
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Gallery
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,391
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	7,910
Gross Amount, Land	4,391
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	9,949
Total	14,340
Accumulated Depreciation	(2,853)
Net	$ 11,487
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1999
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Gallery | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,039
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Heights
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 26,245
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	37,922
Gross Amount, Land	26,245
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	43,036
Total	69,281
Accumulated Depreciation	(10,931)
Net	$ 58,350
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Heights | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1998
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Heights | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1999
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Heights | Phase III [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2009
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Heights | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,114
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Katy Trail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 10,333
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	32,456
Gross Amount, Land	10,333
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	34,788
Total	45,121
Accumulated Depreciation	(7,862)
Net	$ 37,259
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2010
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Katy Trail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,332
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Legacy
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 6,575
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	55,277
Gross Amount, Land	6,575
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	62,211
Total	68,786
Accumulated Depreciation	(15,059)
Net	$ 53,727
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2000
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Legacy | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,934
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Meridian
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 8,780
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	13,654
Gross Amount, Land	8,780
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	15,122
Total	23,902
Accumulated Depreciation	(3,952)
Net	$ 19,950
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1991
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Meridian | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 1,468
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Uptown Village
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 34,974
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	33,213
Gross Amount, Land	34,974
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	42,948
Total	77,922
Accumulated Depreciation	(11,545)
Net	$ 66,377
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Uptown Village | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1995
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Uptown Village | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2000
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Uptown Village | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 9,735
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA watermark
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 960
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	14,438
Gross Amount, Land	960
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	18,900
Total	19,860
Accumulated Depreciation	(10,962)
Net	$ 8,898
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2002
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2004
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA watermark | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,462
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Bear Creek
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Euless, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 6,453
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	30,048
Gross Amount, Land	6,453
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	36,387
Total	42,840
Accumulated Depreciation	(14,850)
Net	$ 27,990
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1998
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Bear Creek | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,339
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Fairview
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Fairview, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,171
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	35,077
Gross Amount, Land	2,171
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	37,718
Total	39,889
Accumulated Depreciation	(13,092)
Net	$ 26,797
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2012
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Fairview | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,641
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Starwood
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Frisco, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,240
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	26,069
Gross Amount, Land	3,240
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	29,294
Total	32,534
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,334)
Net	$ 20,200
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2009
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2010
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Starwood | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,225
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Grapevine
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Grapevine, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,351
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	29,757
Gross Amount, Land	2,351
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	39,418
Total	41,769
Accumulated Depreciation	(14,886)
Net	$ 26,883
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Grapevine | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1985
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Grapevine | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1986
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Grapevine | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 9,661
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Greenwood Forest
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Houston, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,465
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	23,482
Gross Amount, Land	3,465
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	26,238
Total	29,703
Accumulated Depreciation	(8,844)
Net	$ 20,859
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1994
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Greenwood Forest | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,756
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Legacy Pines
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Houston, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,142
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	19,066
Gross Amount, Land	2,142
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	24,241
Total	26,383
Accumulated Depreciation	(15,171)
Net	$ 11,212
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1999
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2003
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Legacy Pines | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,175
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Park Place Houston
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Houston, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,061
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	15,830
Gross Amount, Land	2,061
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	20,617
Total	22,678
Accumulated Depreciation	(10,569)
Net	$ 12,109
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2007
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Park Place Houston | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,787
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post 510
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Houston, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 7,226
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	33,366
Gross Amount, Land	7,226
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	35,543
Total	42,769
Accumulated Depreciation	(9,253)
Net	$ 33,516
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2014
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post 510 | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,177
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post at Afton Oaks
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Houston, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 11,503
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	65,469
Gross Amount, Land	11,503
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	70,245
Total	81,748
Accumulated Depreciation	(20,468)
Net	$ 61,280
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2017
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post at Afton Oaks | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,776
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Midtown Square
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Houston, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 19,038
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	89,570
Gross Amount, Land	19,038
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	98,858
Total	117,896
Accumulated Depreciation	(24,750)
Net	$ 93,146
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Midtown Square | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Midtown Square | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1999
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Midtown Square | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 9,288
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Ranchstone
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Houston, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,480
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	14,807
Gross Amount, Land	1,480
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	19,316
Total	20,796
Accumulated Depreciation	(9,867)
Net	$ 10,929
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2007
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Ranchstone | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,509
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Reserve at Woodwind Lakes
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Houston, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,968
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	19,928
Gross Amount, Land	1,968
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	26,216
Total	28,184
Accumulated Depreciation	(13,867)
Net	$ 14,317
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1999
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2006
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Reserve at Woodwind Lakes | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,288
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Retreat at Vintage Park
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Houston, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 8,211
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	40,352
Gross Amount, Land	8,211
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	43,294
Total	51,505
Accumulated Depreciation	(9,325)
Net	$ 42,180
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2014
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2014
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Retreat at Vintage Park | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,942
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Yale at 6th
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Houston, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 13,107
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	62,764
Gross Amount, Land	13,107
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	66,044
Total	79,151
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,234)
Net	$ 66,917
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2015
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Yale at 6th | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,280
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Park Point
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Houston, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 9,031
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures
Gross Amount, Land	9,031
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	45,861
Total	54,892
Accumulated Depreciation	(2,937)
Net	$ 51,955
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2018
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Park Point | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 45,861
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Cascade at Fall Creek
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Humble, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 5,985
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	40,011
Gross Amount, Land	5,985
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	45,891
Total	51,876
Accumulated Depreciation	(22,501)
Net	$ 29,375
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2007
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2007
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Cascade at Fall Creek | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,880
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Bella Casita
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Irving, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,521
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	26,432
Gross Amount, Land	2,521
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	32,287
Total	34,808
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,729)
Net	$ 22,079
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2007
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2010
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Bella Casita | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,855
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Valley Ranch
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Irving, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 5,072
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	37,397
Gross Amount, Land	5,072
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	53,196
Total	58,268
Accumulated Depreciation	(22,764)
Net	$ 35,504
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1997
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Valley Ranch | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 15,799
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Las Colinas
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Irving, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,902
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	40,691
Gross Amount, Land	3,902
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	44,950
Total	48,852
Accumulated Depreciation	(15,209)
Net	$ 33,643
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2006
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Las Colinas | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,259
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Remington Hills
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Irving, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,390
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	21,822
Gross Amount, Land	4,390
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	37,798
Total	42,188
Accumulated Depreciation	(14,291)
Net	$ 27,897
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1984
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Remington Hills | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 15,976
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Times Square
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	McKinney, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,130
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	28,058
Gross Amount, Land	1,130
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	34,633
Total	35,763
Accumulated Depreciation	(14,936)
Net	$ 20,827
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2009
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2010
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Times Square | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,575
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Stonebridge Ranch
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	McKinney, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,034
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	19,528
Gross Amount, Land	4,034
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	23,823
Total	27,857
Accumulated Depreciation	(7,450)
Net	$ 20,407
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2000
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Stonebridge Ranch | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,295
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Market Center
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Plano, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 16,894
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	110,705
Gross Amount, Land	16,894
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	117,540
Total	134,434
Accumulated Depreciation	(24,535)
Net	$ 109,899
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2014
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Market Center | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Market Center | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2015
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Market Center | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,835
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Highwood
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Plano, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 864
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	7,783
Gross Amount, Land	864
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	11,754
Total	12,618
Accumulated Depreciation	(8,695)
Net	$ 3,923
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1983
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1998
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Highwood | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,971
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Los Rios
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Plano, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,273
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	28,823
Gross Amount, Land	3,273
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	37,061
Total	40,334
Accumulated Depreciation	(23,072)
Net	$ 17,262
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2000
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2003
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Los Rios | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 8,238
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Boulder Ridge
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Roanoke, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,382
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	26,930
Gross Amount, Land	3,382
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	36,056
Total	39,438
Accumulated Depreciation	(20,076)
Net	$ 19,362
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1999
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2005
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Boulder Ridge | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 9,126
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Copper Ridge
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Roanoke, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,166
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures
Gross Amount, Land	4,166
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	48,957
Total	53,123
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,245)
Net	$ 40,878
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2008
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Copper Ridge | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2009
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Copper Ridge | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2020
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Copper Ridge | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 48,957
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Ashton Oaks
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Round Rock, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 5,511
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	36,241
Gross Amount, Land	5,511
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	40,625
Total	46,136
Accumulated Depreciation	(15,472)
Net	$ 30,664
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2009
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Ashton Oaks | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,384
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Round Rock
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Round Rock, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,691
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	45,379
Gross Amount, Land	4,691
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	49,983
Total	54,674
Accumulated Depreciation	(18,627)
Net	$ 36,047
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1997
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Round Rock | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,604
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Sierra Vista
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Round Rock, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,561
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	16,488
Gross Amount, Land	2,561
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	22,017
Total	24,578
Accumulated Depreciation	(9,252)
Net	$ 15,326
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1999
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA Sierra Vista | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,529
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Alamo Ranch
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	San Antonio, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 2,380
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	26,982
Gross Amount, Land	2,380
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	31,583
Total	33,963
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,997)
Net	$ 20,966
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2009
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2011
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Alamo Ranch | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,601
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Bulverde Oaks
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	San Antonio, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,257
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	36,759
Gross Amount, Land	4,257
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	39,994
Total	44,251
Accumulated Depreciation	(8,876)
Net	$ 35,375
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2014
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2014
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Bulverde Oaks | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,235
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Haven at Blanco
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	San Antonio, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 5,411
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	45,958
Gross Amount, Land	5,411
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	51,523
Total	56,934
Accumulated Depreciation	(18,624)
Net	$ 38,310
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2010
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2012
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Haven at Blanco | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,565
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Stone Ranch at Westover Hills
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	San Antonio, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,000
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	24,992
Gross Amount, Land	4,000
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	29,474
Total	33,474
Accumulated Depreciation	(13,243)
Net	$ 20,231
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2009
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2009
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Stone Ranch at Westover Hills | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,482
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Cypresswood Court
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Spring, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 576
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	5,190
Gross Amount, Land	576
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	10,824
Total	11,400
Accumulated Depreciation	(6,988)
Net	$ 4,412
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1984
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1994
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Cypresswood Court | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,634
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Villages at Kirkwood
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Stafford, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,918
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	15,846
Gross Amount, Land	1,918
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	20,831
Total	22,749
Accumulated Depreciation	(11,852)
Net	$ 10,897
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2004
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Villages at Kirkwood | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,985
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Green Tree Place
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Woodlands, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 539
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	4,850
Gross Amount, Land	539
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	9,585
Total	10,124
Accumulated Depreciation	(7,054)
Net	$ 3,070
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1984
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1994
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Green Tree Place | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,735
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Stonefield Commons
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charlottesville, VA
Initial Cost Land	$ 11,044
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	36,689
Gross Amount, Land	11,044
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	38,964
Total	50,008
Accumulated Depreciation	(8,998)
Net	$ 41,010
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2013
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2014
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Stonefield Commons | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,275
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Adalay Bay
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Chesapeake, VA
Initial Cost Land	$ 5,280
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	31,341
Gross Amount, Land	5,280
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	36,057
Total	41,337
Accumulated Depreciation	(13,941)
Net	$ 27,396
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2002
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2012
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Adalay Bay | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,716
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Apartments at Cobblestone Square
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Fredericksburg, VA
Initial Cost Land	$ 10,990
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	48,696
Gross Amount, Land	10,990
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	53,179
Total	64,169
Accumulated Depreciation	(13,532)
Net	$ 50,637
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2012
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Apartments at Cobblestone Square | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,483
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village at Greenbrier
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Fredericksburg, VA
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,842
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	21,677
Gross Amount, Land	4,842
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	25,924
Total	30,766
Accumulated Depreciation	(9,146)
Net	$ 21,620
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1980
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village at Greenbrier | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,247
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Seasons at Celebrate Virginia
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Fredericksburg, VA
Initial Cost Land	$ 14,490
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	32,083
Gross Amount, Land	14,490
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	74,191
Total	88,681
Accumulated Depreciation	(22,523)
Net	$ 66,158
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2011
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2011
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Seasons at Celebrate Virginia | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 42,108
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Station Square at Cosner's Corner
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Fredericksburg, VA
Initial Cost Land	$ 12,825
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	51,078
Gross Amount, Land	12,825
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	54,307
Total	67,132
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,486)
Net	$ 54,646
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Station Square at Cosner's Corner | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Station Square at Cosner's Corner | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Station Square at Cosner's Corner | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,229
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village at Hampton Glen
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Glen Allen, VA
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,851
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	21,678
Gross Amount, Land	4,851
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	26,275
Total	31,126
Accumulated Depreciation	(10,260)
Net	$ 20,866
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1986
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village at Hampton Glen | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,597
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At West End
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Glen Allen, VA
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,661
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	18,908
Gross Amount, Land	4,661
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	22,575
Total	27,236
Accumulated Depreciation	(8,778)
Net	$ 18,458
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1987
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At West End | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,667
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Township
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Hampton, VA
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,509
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	8,189
Gross Amount, Land	1,509
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	17,284
Total	18,793
Accumulated Depreciation	(12,605)
Net	$ 6,188
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1987
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 1995
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Township | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 9,095
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At Waterford
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Midlothian, VA
Initial Cost Land	$ 6,733
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	29,221
Gross Amount, Land	6,733
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	36,002
Total	42,735
Accumulated Depreciation	(14,448)
Net	$ 28,287
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1989
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At Waterford | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,781
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Radius
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Newport News, VA
Initial Cost Land	$ 5,040
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	36,481
Gross Amount, Land	5,040
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	42,284
Total	47,324
Accumulated Depreciation	(9,230)
Net	$ 38,094
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2012
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2015
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Radius | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,803
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Ashley Park
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Richmond, VA
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,761
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	13,365
Gross Amount, Land	4,761
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	17,423
Total	22,184
Accumulated Depreciation	(7,484)
Net	$ 14,700
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1988
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Ashley Park | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,058
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At Chase Gayton
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Richmond, VA
Initial Cost Land	$ 6,021
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	29,004
Gross Amount, Land	6,021
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	34,728
Total	40,749
Accumulated Depreciation	(13,537)
Net	$ 27,212
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1984
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Colonial Village At Chase Gayton | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,724
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Hamptons At Hunton Park
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Richmond, VA
Initial Cost Land	$ 4,930
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	35,598
Gross Amount, Land	4,930
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	42,847
Total	47,777
Accumulated Depreciation	(16,853)
Net	$ 30,924
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2003
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2011
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Hamptons At Hunton Park | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 7,249
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Retreat At West Creek
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Richmond, VA
Initial Cost Land	$ 10,112
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	36,136
Gross Amount, Land	10,112
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	51,979
Total	62,091
Accumulated Depreciation	(10,159)
Net	$ 51,932
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2015
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Retreat At West Creek | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2015
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Retreat At West Creek | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2017
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Retreat At West Creek | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 15,843
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Carlyle Square
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Washington D.C.
Initial Cost Land	$ 29,728
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	154,309
Gross Amount, Land	29,728
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	160,138
Total	189,866
Accumulated Depreciation	(37,099)
Net	$ 152,767
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Carlyle Square | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2006
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Carlyle Square | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2013
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Carlyle Square | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,829
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Corners At Trinity Center
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Washington D.C.
Initial Cost Land	$ 7,664
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	70,012
Gross Amount, Land	7,664
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	73,967
Total	81,631
Accumulated Depreciation	(17,218)
Net	$ 64,413
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Corners At Trinity Center | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 3,955
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Fallsgrove
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Washington D.C.
Initial Cost Land	$ 17,524
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	58,896
Gross Amount, Land	17,524
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	64,617
Total	82,141
Accumulated Depreciation	(15,716)
Net	$ 66,425
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2003
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Fallsgrove | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 5,721
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA National Landing
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Washington D.C.
Initial Cost Land	$ 30,452
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	125,091
Gross Amount, Land	30,452
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	142,807
Total	173,259
Accumulated Depreciation	(34,180)
Net	$ 139,079
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2001
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | MAA National Landing | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 17,716
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Tysons Corner
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Washington D.C.
Initial Cost Land	$ 30,776
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	82,021
Gross Amount, Land	30,776
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	92,605
Total	123,381
Accumulated Depreciation	(21,184)
Net	$ 102,197
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1990
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Wholly Owned Properties - Residential | Post Tysons Corner | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 10,584
Retail Properties | 220 Riverside Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Jacksonville, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 119
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	2,902
Gross Amount, Land	119
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	3,825
Total	3,944
Accumulated Depreciation	(436)
Net	$ 3,508
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2015
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2019
Retail Properties | 220 Riverside Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 923
Retail Properties | MAA Parkside Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Orlando, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 742
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	11,924
Gross Amount, Land	742
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	13,269
Total	14,011
Accumulated Depreciation	(3,157)
Net	$ 10,854
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1999
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | MAA Parkside Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 1,345
Retail Properties | Post Harbour Place Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 354
Retail Properties | MAA Harbour Island Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Tampa, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 386
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	4,315
Gross Amount, Land	386
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	4,669
Total	5,055
Accumulated Depreciation	(1,062)
Net	$ 3,993
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1997
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | Post Rocky Point Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Tampa, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 34
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	51
Gross Amount, Land	34
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	457
Total	491
Accumulated Depreciation	(253)
Net	$ 238
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | Post Rocky Point Retail | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1994
Retail Properties | Post Rocky Point Retail | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
Retail Properties | Post Rocky Point Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 406
Retail Properties | MAA SoHo Square Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Tampa, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 268
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	4,033
Gross Amount, Land	268
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	4,083
Total	4,351
Accumulated Depreciation	(1,334)
Net	$ 3,017
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2012
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | MAA SoHo Square Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 50
Retail Properties | M A A Buckhead Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Atlanta, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 867
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	3,465
Gross Amount, Land	867
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	4,469
Total	5,336
Accumulated Depreciation	(1,420)
Net	$ 3,916
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2012
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2012
Retail Properties | M A A Buckhead Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 1,004
Retail Properties | M A A Piedmont Park Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Atlanta, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 426
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	1,089
Gross Amount, Land	426
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	1,111
Total	1,537
Accumulated Depreciation	(273)
Net	$ 1,264
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1999
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | M A A Piedmont Park Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 22
Retail Properties | M A A Riverside Office
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Atlanta, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 9,680
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	22,108
Gross Amount, Land	9,680
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	33,833
Total	43,513
Accumulated Depreciation	(9,232)
Net	$ 34,281
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | M A A Riverside Office | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 11,725
Retail Properties | M A A Riverside Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Atlanta, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 889
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	2,340
Gross Amount, Land	889
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	4,977
Total	5,866
Accumulated Depreciation	(1,125)
Net	$ 4,741
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | M A A Riverside Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,637
Retail Properties | Post Training Facility
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Atlanta, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,092
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	968
Gross Amount, Land	1,092
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	1,001
Total	2,093
Accumulated Depreciation	(485)
Net	$ 1,608
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1999
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | Post Training Facility | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 33
Retail Properties | M A A West Village Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Smyrna, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 3,408
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	8,446
Gross Amount, Land	3,408
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	10,150
Total	13,558
Accumulated Depreciation	(2,865)
Net	$ 10,693
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2012
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2014
Retail Properties | M A A West Village Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 1,704
Retail Properties | The Denton Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Kansas City, MO
Initial Cost Land	$ 700
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	4,439
Gross Amount, Land	700
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	5,234
Total	5,934
Accumulated Depreciation	(1,230)
Net	$ 4,704
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2014
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2015
Retail Properties | The Denton Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 795
Retail Properties | M A A1225 Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charlotte, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 52
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	199
Gross Amount, Land	52
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	448
Total	500
Accumulated Depreciation	(192)
Net	$ 308
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2010
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2010
Retail Properties | M A A1225 Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 249
Retail Properties | M A A Gateway Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charlotte, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 318
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	1,430
Gross Amount, Land	318
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	1,511
Total	1,829
Accumulated Depreciation	(371)
Net	$ 1,458
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2000
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | M A A Gateway Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 81
Retail Properties | M A A South Line Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charlotte, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 470
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	1,289
Gross Amount, Land	470
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	1,576
Total	2,046
Accumulated Depreciation	(375)
Net	$ 1,671
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2009
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | M A A South Line Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 287
Retail Properties | M A A Uptown Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charlotte, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 319
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	1,144
Gross Amount, Land	319
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	1,169
Total	1,488
Accumulated Depreciation	(278)
Net	$ 1,210
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1998
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | M A A Uptown Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 25
Retail Properties | MAA Leasing Center
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Charlotte, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,290
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	1,488
Gross Amount, Land	1,290
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	1,661
Total	2,951
Accumulated Depreciation	(405)
Net	$ 2,546
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1998
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | MAA Leasing Center | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 173
Retail Properties | Hue Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Raleigh, NC
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	$ 2,129
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	2,229
Total	2,229
Accumulated Depreciation	(330)
Net	$ 1,899
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2010
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2018
Retail Properties | Hue Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 100
Retail Properties | MAA Wade Park Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Raleigh, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 317
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	4,552
Gross Amount, Land	317
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	4,654
Total	4,971
Accumulated Depreciation	(1,445)
Net	$ 3,526
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2011
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | MAA Wade Park Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 102
Retail Properties | The Greene Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Greenville, SC
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2019
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2019
Retail Properties | MAA South Lamar Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Austin, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 421
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	3,072
Gross Amount, Land	421
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	3,745
Total	4,166
Accumulated Depreciation	(836)
Net	$ 3,330
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2011
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | MAA South Lamar Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 673
Retail Properties | M A A Frisco Bridges Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 779
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	6,593
Gross Amount, Land	779
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	7,280
Total	8,059
Accumulated Depreciation	(1,959)
Net	$ 6,100
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2009
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | M A A Frisco Bridges Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 687
Retail Properties | M A A Mc Kinney Avenue Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,581
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	5,982
Gross Amount, Land	1,581
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	6,431
Total	8,012
Accumulated Depreciation	(1,461)
Net	$ 6,551
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1996
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | M A A Mc Kinney Avenue Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 449
Retail Properties | M A A Worthington Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 108
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	495
Gross Amount, Land	108
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	917
Total	1,025
Accumulated Depreciation	(206)
Net	$ 819
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | M A A Worthington Retail | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1993
Retail Properties | M A A Worthington Retail | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2008
Retail Properties | M A A Worthington Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 422
Retail Properties | MAA Addison Circle Office
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,395
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	4,280
Gross Amount, Land	1,395
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	5,760
Total	7,155
Accumulated Depreciation	(1,713)
Net	$ 5,442
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | MAA Addison Circle Office | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1998
Retail Properties | MAA Addison Circle Office | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2000
Retail Properties | MAA Addison Circle Office | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 1,480
Retail Properties | MAA Addison Circle Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 448
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	21,386
Gross Amount, Land	448
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	23,947
Total	24,395
Accumulated Depreciation	(6,181)
Net	$ 18,214
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | MAA Addison Circle Retail | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1998
Retail Properties | MAA Addison Circle Retail | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2000
Retail Properties | MAA Addison Circle Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 2,561
Retail Properties | MAA North Hall Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 347
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	716
Gross Amount, Land	347
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	800
Total	1,147
Accumulated Depreciation	(237)
Net	$ 910
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1998
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | MAA North Hall Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 84
Retail Properties | MAA Eastside Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 682
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	10,645
Gross Amount, Land	682
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	11,322
Total	12,004
Accumulated Depreciation	(2,669)
Net	$ 9,335
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2008
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | MAA Eastside Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 677
Retail Properties | MAA Heights Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,065
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	3,314
Gross Amount, Land	1,065
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	3,987
Total	5,052
Accumulated Depreciation	(907)
Net	$ 4,145
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1997
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | MAA Heights Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 673
Retail Properties | MAA Katy Trail Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 465
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	4,883
Gross Amount, Land	465
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	4,982
Total	5,447
Accumulated Depreciation	(1,118)
Net	$ 4,329
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2010
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | MAA Katy Trail Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 99
Retail Properties | MAA Legacy Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Dallas, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 150
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	3,334
Gross Amount, Land	150
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	3,780
Total	3,930
Accumulated Depreciation	(846)
Net	$ 3,084
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2000
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | MAA Legacy Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 446
Retail Properties | Post Midtown Square Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Houston, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,322
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	16,005
Gross Amount, Land	1,322
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	16,538
Total	17,860
Accumulated Depreciation	(3,879)
Net	$ 13,981
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | Post Midtown Square Retail | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1999
Retail Properties | Post Midtown Square Retail | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2013
Retail Properties | Post Midtown Square Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 533
Retail Properties | Rise Condo Devel L P Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Houston, TX
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	$ 2,280
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	2,347
Total	2,347
Accumulated Depreciation	(558)
Net	$ 1,789
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | Rise Condo Devel L P Retail | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 1999
Retail Properties | Rise Condo Devel L P Retail | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction		Dec. 31, 2013
Retail Properties | Rise Condo Devel L P Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 67
Retail Properties | MAA Bella Casita Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Irving, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 46
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	186
Gross Amount, Land	46
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	388
Total	434
Accumulated Depreciation	(151)
Net	$ 283
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2007
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2010
Retail Properties | MAA Bella Casita Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 202
Retail Properties | MAA Times Square Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	McKinney, TX
Initial Cost Land	$ 253
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	1,310
Gross Amount, Land	253
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	6,114
Total	6,367
Accumulated Depreciation	(1,475)
Net	$ 4,892
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2009
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2010
Retail Properties | MAA Times Square Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,804
Retail Properties | Post Carlyle Square Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Washington D.C.
Initial Cost Land	$ 1,048
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	7,930
Gross Amount, Land	1,048
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	8,050
Total	9,098
Accumulated Depreciation	(1,902)
Net	$ 7,196
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | Post Carlyle Square Retail | Phase I [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2006
Retail Properties | Post Carlyle Square Retail | Phase II [Member]
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2016
Retail Properties | Post Carlyle Square Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 120
Retail Properties | MAA Robinson Retail
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Orlando, FL
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	$ 563
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	729
Total	729
Accumulated Depreciation	(22)
Net	$ 707
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date of Construction	Dec. 31, 2021
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2018
Retail Properties | MAA Robinson Retail | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 166
Retail Properties | Total Retail Commercial Properties
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Initial Cost Land	31,487
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	171,285
Gross Amount, Land	31,487
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	207,443
Total	238,930
Accumulated Depreciation	(52,388)
Net	186,542
Retail Properties | Total Retail Commercial Properties | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 36,158
Development Properties [Member] | Novel Val Vista
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Phoenix, AZ
Initial Cost Land	$ 7,285
Gross Amount, Land	7,285
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	52,363
Total	59,648
Net	$ 59,648
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2020
Development Properties [Member] | Novel Val Vista | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 52,363
Development Properties [Member] | Novel West Midtown
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Atlanta, GA
Initial Cost Land	$ 7,000
Gross Amount, Land	7,000
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	65,536
Total	72,536
Net	$ 72,536
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2021
Development Properties [Member] | Novel West Midtown | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 65,536
Development Properties [Member] | Novel Daybreak
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Salt Lake City, UT
Initial Cost Land	$ 7,025
Gross Amount, Land	7,025
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	67,170
Total	74,195
Net	$ 74,195
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2021
Development Properties [Member] | Novel Daybreak | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 67,170
Development Properties [Member] | MAA Milepost 35
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Denver, CO
Initial Cost Land	$ 12,572
Gross Amount, Land	12,572
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	32,604
Total	45,176
Net	$ 45,176
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2022
Development Properties [Member] | MAA Milepost 35 | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 32,604
Development Properties [Member] | MAA Nixie
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Raleigh, NC
Initial Cost Land	$ 8,897
Gross Amount, Land	8,897
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	4,548
Total	13,445
Net	$ 13,445
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2022
Development Properties [Member] | MAA Nixie | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 4,548
Development Properties [Member] | MAA Breakwater
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Location	Tampa, FL
Initial Cost Land	$ 23,514
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures
Gross Amount, Land	23,514
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	9,723
Total	33,237
Net	$ 33,237
SEC Schedule, 12-28, Real Estate Companies, Investment in Real Estate and Accumulated Depreciation, Date Acquired	Dec. 31, 2018
Development Properties [Member] | MAA Breakwater | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 9,723
Development Properties [Member] | Total Active Development Properties
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Initial Cost Land	66,293
Gross Amount, Land	66,293
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	231,944
Total	298,237
Net	298,237
Development Properties [Member] | Total Active Development Properties | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	231,944
Real Estate [Member] | Total Properties
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Encumbrances	3,861
Initial Cost Land	1,972,303
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	10,078,644
Gross Amount, Land	1,972,303
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	13,131,082
Total	15,103,385
Accumulated Depreciation	(4,278,502)
Net	10,824,883
Real Estate [Member] | Total Properties | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	3,052,438
Land Improvements | Total Land Held For Future Developments
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Initial Cost Land	64,312
Gross Amount, Land	64,312
Total	64,312
Net	64,312
Corporate Real Estate Owned | Corporate Properties
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	36,695
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	36,695
Total	36,695
Accumulated Depreciation	(24,245)
Net	12,450
Other Real Estate Owned | Total Other
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Initial Cost Land	100,373
Initial Cost Buildings and Fixtures	36,695
Gross Amount, Land	100,373
Gross Amount, Buildings and Fixtures	42,900
Total	143,273
Accumulated Depreciation	(24,245)
Net	119,028
Other Real Estate Owned | Total Other | Buildings and Fixtures
Real Estate And Accumulated Depreciation [Line Items]
Costs Capitalized Subsequent to Acquisition	$ 6,205