Basis of Presentation and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Summary of Reconciliation of Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests in Real Estate Partnerships (Details) $ in Thousands	6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023 USD ($)
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest [Line Items]
Balance at December 31, 2022	$ 166,826
Balance at June 30, 2023	168,648
Real Estate Partnership [Member]
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest [Line Items]
Balance at December 31, 2022	166,826
Capital contributions	125
Distributions	(5,152)
Net income	6,849
Balance at June 30, 2023	$ 168,648

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