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There are 46 USDA backed residential loans in Prairie county with an average loan balance of $92,258. Over 82% of the loans helped first time home buyers. Borrowers were an average age of 39 years old. The typical appraised home value was around $94,163. On average the rural home size purchased with this loan was approximately 1,754 SqFt. Prairie 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 Prairie County is roughly 1,750 square kilometers. There are no geographical USDA loan restrictions in this county. The influence score for Prairie County is 6. Look below for the interactive county level map illustration below for more details.
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* cities most likely to have USDA loan eligible properties for sale.
Beulah • Brasfield • Bucks Landing • Childers • *De Valls Bluff • *Des Arc • Edwards • Fairmount • *Fredonia • Gospoda • Hallsville • Hayley • *Hazen • Hickory Plains • Jasmine • Letchworth • Mesa • Plunketts • Sand Hill • Screeton • Siedenstricker • Slovak • Tollville • *Ulm
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 Prairie County.
Prairie County, located in the great state of Arkansas, was established in 1846, formed from Arkansas and Pulaski counties. It is situated in the central region of the state, with its county seat in two cities, Des Arc in the eastern part and DeValls Bluff in the southern section. The county encompasses 676.71 square miles of land and water.
Prairie County boasts fertile land with significant alluvial plains that make it suitable for agriculture, particularly rice and cotton production. The White River flows through the county, which played an essential role in the early trade and transportation system. The region witnessed significant growth during the steamboat era of the 19th century, with Des Arc being a prominent stop on the steamboat route along the river.
The Civil War disrupted life in Prairie County; however, multiple skirmishes took place within the region, and numerous men from the area served in Confederate forces. Despite that, the county managed to stabilize its economy and growth after the war-era.
One fun fact about Prairie County is its annual "Wing Ding" festival held in Des Arc. The festival celebrates the region's hunting heritage and showcases delicious chicken wings, a popular local favorite. The event also includes various activities, live music, and family-oriented entertainment, reflecting the unique charm and warmth of the Prairie County community.