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Inventory (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
Jan. 31, 2014
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Oct. 31, 2013
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| Total Inventory | ||
| Inventory | $ 5,235,647 | $ 4,650,412 |
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Land controlled for future communities [Member]
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| Total Inventory | ||
| Inventory | 254,549 | 99,802 |
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Land owned for future communities [Member]
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| Total Inventory | ||
| Inventory | 1,491,205 | 1,287,630 |
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Operating communities [Member]
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| Total Inventory | ||
| Inventory | $ 3,489,893 | $ 3,262,980 |