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D.R. Horton Introduces New Single-Family Community Azalea Ridge

Jacksonville, FL – June 15, 2009 – If you’re looking for a neighborhood offering gorgeous homes and an abundance of fun recreational opportunities that bring a refreshing sense of community spirit, look no further than Azalea Ridge – D.R. Horton’s exciting new single-family community located in the heart of Clay County.

Nestled within a peaceful country setting, home shoppers are discovering that the living is easy in beautiful Azalea Ridge. For people who prefer to live within city limits, yet enjoy a sense of wide-open space; this unique community in Middleburg is the perfect place to call home.

“We are pleased to introduce another great community in another prime area,” said Andy Fremento, division president for D.R. Horton North Florida. “We pay close attention to the needs of current and potential homebuyers, and we work hard to accommodate those needs. Azalea Ridge is a great combination of highly desired quality products, affordability, location and modern amenities.”

Having hit the real estate market this second quarter of 2009, D.R. Horton’s stylish home designs have made quite an impression. Home shopper interest is on the rise for the three-, four- and five-bedroom floorplans available within Azalea Ridge. Currently underway is a representative model home and five of the builder’s Quick Move-In residences, which are scheduled for completion in October.

“Our Quick Move-In homes will be complete in time for buyers to still take advantage of the government’s Economic Stimulus Plan,” said Robert Woods, new home consultant for D.R. Horton. “The plan offers qualified first-time homebuyers who purchase and close before December 1, 2009 a chance to receive up to an $8,000 tax credit, which does not have to be repaid.”

Additionally, D.R. Horton offers the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) loan program within Azalea Ridge, as well as its St. Johns County communities. This program provides 100 percent financing with zero down payments for qualified applicants, and you do not need to be a first-time buyer to qualify. With the recent increase in income limits, a household of one to four can earn up to $74,900.

Conveniently located off of Blanding Boulevard, south of I-295, Azalea Ridge offers residents an enviable luxury lifestyle without the hefty price tag. Highlighting the community’s new home collection are many of the builder’s innovative, newly introduced floorplans.

Starting from the upper $140s, Azalea Ridge homebuyers have 11 architectural designs from which to choose. Homes range in size from 1,322 to 3,401 square feet, and a variety of home sites are available. Through D.R. Horton’s preferred lender, buyers can receive all-paid closing costs.

Wonderful interior amenities include: spacious bedrooms, ample baths; gourmet kitchens featuring modern appliance packages, custom-quality cabinetry and countertops; convenient living rooms and dining areas; laundry rooms with full-size washer and dryer connections, and plenty of closet and storage space. Energy efficiency is a top priority at D.R. Horton. Homes also include Low E Vinyl windows and 14 SEER HVAC.

“In addition to quality homes, D.R. Horton builds neighborhoods with plenty of resident fun in mind,” said Woods. “Planned recreational amenities include an interactive children’s playground, a challenging tennis court and a spacious, multi-purpose sports field.”

Azalea Ridge also is just minutes to the border of Clay and Duval counties, offering homeowners instant access to Florida’s best outdoor recreation, pristine natural beauty and the wealth of conveniences found within Jacksonville and nearby Orange Park.

An 832-acre Equestrian and Recreation Complex, as well as the 20,000-acre Jennings State Forest, provide tons of outdoor fun, including: miles of jogging/bike paths, fishing, canoeing, hiking, horseback riding, picnic areas and more.

Seated in the highly rated Clay County school district, Azalea Ridge also is convenient to Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Orange Park Medical Center and the Orange Park Mall. Golf enthusiasts have a multitude of championship courses from which to choose, such the Golf Club of Jacksonville and West Meadows Golf Course. Those preferring the exhilaration of water sports to the tranquility of the fairways can enjoy a wide variety of year-round water recreation on the nearby St. Johns River.

D.R. Horton continues to enjoy its well-earned reputation as an industry leader in innovative new home construction, land development and sales management. Its exceptional portfolio includes a diversified mix of world-class single-family residences and multi-family communities. Currently, the company builds in 27 states and 82 real estate markets, and it enjoys the number one ranking in the nation for closings by Builder magazine for the seventh consecutive year. D.R. Horton also is the number one builder in Northeast Florida, a multiple Parade of Homes™ and Laurel Award winner and a recipient of the Northeast Florida Builders Association’s (NEFBA) prestigious “Builder of the Year” award.

Azalea Ridge homes are currently being sold from D.R. Horton’s Weston Ranch sales center located at 2057 McGirts Point Boulevard in Jacksonville. To visit Azalea Ridge, take I-295 to exit 337. Travel south on Blanding Boulevard for approximately 15 miles. The community entrance is on the right, directly across from Middleburg High School. For more information, call (904) 781-4812 or visit www.drhorton.com.

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