Fair Value Information for Financial Instruments (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Sep. 30, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Carrying Value
   
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Loans receivable, net $ 119,009 $ 51,862
Revolving credit facilities 151,508 0
Mortgages and notes payable 3,454,935 1,894,878
Estimated Fair Value
   
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Loans receivable, net 126,262 69,926
Revolving credit facilities 148,910 0
Mortgages and notes payable $ 3,648,134 $ 2,112,670