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Inventory - Summary of Interests in Lot Option Agreements (Details) - Unconsolidated lot option agreements - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Mar. 31, 2016 | Sep. 30, 2015
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Real Estate Properties [Line Items] |  |
Deposits and non-refundable preacquisition costs incurred | $ 72,032 | $ 51,475
Remaining obligations | $ 430,057 | $ 420,070

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