EXHIBIT 23.2
                       CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS

We consent to the incorporation by reference in the Registration Statement 
(Form S-8 33-91904) of Beazer Homes USA, Inc. of our report dated October 27, 
1995, with respect to the consolidated financial statements of Beazer Homes 
USA, Inc. included in this Annual Report (Form 10-k) for the year ended 
September 30, 1996.

ERNST & YOUNG LLP

Atlanta, Georgia
December 18, 1996