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USDA Geographic Eligibility Statistics for Pennsylvania Postal Zip Code 18083
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5.4% of Pennsylvania is ineligible for rural development USDA home loans.
Postal code 18083 is used by homes and businesses in and around Stockertown, Pennsylvania, and covers 1.6 square kilometers. There are no significant geographical USDA loan restrictions within this area.
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Here are some interesting facts about Stockertown, Pennsylvania:
- The village was founded in 1770 by Martin Stocker, a German immigrant. The town was named after him, but the spelling was changed to Stockertown over time.
- The town was originally a hub for the local farming community and sawmills. The Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad arrived in the town in the late 1800s and helped to expand the local economy.
- One of Stockertown's primary industries in the early 1900s was the manufacture of Portland cement. The Stockertown cement plant was founded in 1903 and remained in operation until the 1980s.
- In 1918, the town was the site of one of the deadliest train accidents in U.S. history. The Camp Dix train wreck resulted in the deaths of 27 soldiers and 4 civilians.
- Today, Stockertown is a small community with a population of around 600. The town is known for its quiet streets, historic architecture, and beautiful scenery. It's a great place for outdoor activities like fishing, hunting, and hiking.
- The town holds an annual community-wide yard sale every April, called "Stockertown Rod and Gun Club Flea Market". The event draws people from all over the region looking for bargains and unique finds.
- Stockertown is home to several historic buildings, including the Borough Hall, which was built in 1894 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The town also has a historic district that features homes and buildings from the 1800s and early 1900s.
The Pennsylvania State Office, located in Harrisburg, PA, administers USDA Rural Development programs through nine Area Offices across the state. All offices are open to the public Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.Featured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Pennsylvania
For all general housing program-related inquiries, contact the Housing Program/Multi-Family Housing Staff at (717) 237-2186. For all inquiries related to Guaranteed Housing Programs, contact pasfh@usda.gov
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