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Penny Lakes

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1428 Penny Lakes Dr
Glen Acres Neighborhood
Total Views 23,755
4 - 5 Beds
3 - 3.5 Baths
2,486+ Sq Ft
$385K - $451K Price Range

Available Homes

Move-In Ready
Plans

Highlights

  • Lawn
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Home Security System
  • Recessed Lighting

About Penny Lakes

Welcome to Penny Lakes, our new home community in Semmes, Alabama! This beautiful community is down to our final few opportunities for ownership. Penny Lakes features the D.R. Horton tradition series homes with great standards and smart home upgrades. These single-story homes range from 4 to 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 car garage and 2,997 to 3,127 square feet of comfortable living. Inside these homes, the kitchens are laid out with beautiful shaker-style cabinetry, granite kitchen countertops with a stainless-steel farmhouse sink and stainless-steel appliances offering an ideal layout for any home chef. The open design of the living spaces allows for inclusiveness and is perfect for family time. The LED lighting package adds a nice modern touch and creates a warm setting. The homes have a charming and durable brick exterior, per plan offering curb appeal and ensuring the homes stand the test of time. We’ve equipped the homes in Penny Lakes with smart home technology which adds a great modern touch. It allows residents to conveniently control and manage various aspects of their homes, enhancing comfort, convenience and peace of mind. The Penny Lakes community is in Semmes just West of the Schillinger Road and Howells Ferry Road intersection. With only a few remaining, be sure to schedule a tour of these home today!

Builder

Sales Office

Hours
Monday - Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Sales Team
Mobile Internet Sales Specialist
Office Address
This address is an offsite sales center
1428 Penny Lakes Dr
Semmes, AL 36575
Driving Directions

Move-In Ready

New construction homes available for immediate or near-term move in.

$394,900
4 Beds 3 Baths 2,486 Sq Ft
8450 Mary Braxton Dr
Move In 1/21/26
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$387,900
4 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,495 Sq Ft
8514 Mary Braxton Dr
Move In 2/19/26
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$450,900
5 Beds 3 Baths 3,076 Sq Ft
8478 Mary Braxton Dr
Move In 1/21/26
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Updated Mar 9, 2026

Plans

Choose your lot from one of these available plans.

The Hawthorne Plan
Starting at $394,900
4 Beds 3 Baths 2,486 Sq Ft
1 Story 3 Garages
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The Avery Plan
Starting at $384,900
4 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,495 Sq Ft
1 Story 2 Garages
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The Kingston Plan
Starting at $434,900
4 Beds 3 Baths 2,997 Sq Ft
1 Story 2 Garages
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Updated Mar 9, 2026

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Standard Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family Detached Home

Year Built

  • New Construction

Parking

  • 2 - 3 Garage Spaces

Interior Spaces

  • 2,486 - 3,076 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Story
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Smart Doorbell
  • Open Floorplan
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 - 5 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Primary bathroom on main floor
  • Private Water Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Smart Lights or Controls
  • Smart Thermostat

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Lawn
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Front Facing Garage

Community Details

Additional Features

  • Property has a Home Owners Association

Map

Transit

Airport

Mobile Regional

11 min drive

Area Factors

Low Crime

Crime Score®

4 / 10

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®®

25 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

3 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

Environmental Factors

Active

Sound Score®®

76 / 100
Source: First Street, How Loud
Sources: First Street, How Loud

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Environmental risk data is provided by First Street Foundation® and is designed to approximate risk and not intended to include all possible scenarios.

Schools

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Disclaimer: Please note that this community may not be in these schools' attendance zones.

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About the Builder

D.R. Horton is a publicly traded residential homebuilding company engaged in the development, construction, and sale of single-family homes, townhomes, and related residential products across the United States. The company was founded in 1978 and has grown into one of the largest homebuilders in the country, operating through a network of regional and divisional offices that support localized land acquisition, construction, and sales activities. D.R. Horton’s operations span multiple housing segments, including entry-level, move-up, luxury, and active adult communities, allowing the company to address a broad range of buyer profiles. The company conducts its business through wholly owned subsidiaries and regional divisions that manage land development, vertical construction, and home sales within defined geographic markets. D.R. Horton also operates affiliated mortgage, title, and insurance services that support its residential transactions. Since 2002, D.R. Horton has consistently ranked as the largest homebuilder in the United States by homes closed. The company is publicly listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol DHI and continues to expand its presence in high-growth housing markets nationwide through controlled land positions and phased community development.
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