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There are 116 USDA backed residential loans in Washington county with an average loan balance of $99,409. Over 81% of the loans helped first time home buyers. Borrowers were an average age of 35 years old. The typical appraised home value was around $101,854. On average the rural home size purchased with this loan was approximately 1,393 SqFt. Washington county applies the standard USDA income limits to determine loan eligibility. For a household of upto 4 people the income limit is $90,300. For a household of between 5 and 8 people the income limit is increased to $119,200.

The size of Washington County is roughly 780 square kilometers. There are no geographical USDA loan restrictions in this county. The influence score for Washington County is 8. Look below for the interactive county level map illustration below for more details.


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Battle   •   Bearwallow   •   Booker   •   Briartown   •   Brush Grove   •   Cardwell   •   Cisselville   •   Croakes   •   Fredericktown   •   Hardesty   •   Jenkinsville   •   Jimtown   •   Litsey   •   *Mackville   •   Manton   •   Maud   •   Mooresville   •   Pleasant Grove   •   Polin   •   Pulliam   •   Rineltown   •   Seaville   •   Sharpsville   •   Simstown   •   *Springfield   •   Tablow   •   Tatham Springs   •   Texas   •   Thompsonville   •   Valley Hill   •   *Willisburg

A USDA loan is a mortgage option available to eligible homebuyers that is sponsored by the United States Department of Agriculture to promote homeownership in rural communities. USDA Loans, sometimes called "RD Loans," offer 100% financing options on eligible rural properties. USDAProperties can help you find USDA properties in Washington County.

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Washington County, Kentucky, has a rich historical background, with its establishment dating back to 1792. It was the first county created by the newly-formed Commonwealth of Kentucky and was named in honor of George Washington, the first President of the United States. Located in the central region of the state, Washington County spans approximately 301 square miles and has its county seat in the city of Springfield.

Before European settlement, the region was inhabited by various indigenous peoples, such as the Shawnee and Cherokee, who used the area for hunting and trading. In the late 18th century, pioneers and settlers from Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Maryland started moving into the territory. One of the earliest settlements in the area was Harrodsburg, which later became Mercer County, and from there, the population expanded, eventually leading to the formation of Washington County.

In the 19th century, Washington County experienced significant growth, partly thanks to its fertile land, which made it suitable for agriculture, particularly tobacco farming. The county also played a role in the American Civil War. The Battle of Perryville took place about 15 miles south of Springfield in neighboring Boyle County in 1862, and the county saw some military engagement and troop movements.

One fun fact about Washington County is that it's the birthplace of Stephen Foster, one of America's most influential songwriters. He was born in 1826 near the town of Hobbs and went on to compose numerous famous songs, including "Oh! Susanna," "Camptown Races," and "My Old Kentucky Home." His childhood home, known as "Federal Hill," has been preserved as a historic site in the county.


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