Find USDA Eligible Properties in Keokuk County
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Coal Creek • *Delta • *Gibson • *Harper • *Hayesville • *Hedrick • *Keota • *Keswick • *Kinross • Lanscaster • *Martinsburg• • •
| What is a USDA Loan? |
| The USDA 502 Guaranteed Loan Program is designed to help homebuyers in eligible rural areas secure affordable housing with no down payment required. Backed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, this loan offers competitive interest rates, flexible credit requirements, and lower mortgage insurance costs compared to conventional loans. Borrowers work with approved lenders, and the USDA provides a guarantee, reducing the lender’s risk and making homeownership more accessible. |
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• *Ollie • *Richland • *Sigourney • *South English • Talleyrand • *Thornburg • *Webster • *What Cheer
There are 100 USDA backed residential loans in Keokuk county with an average loan balance of $65,526. Over 88% of the loans helped first time home buyers. Borrowers were an average age of 33 years old. The typical appraised home value was around $68,327. On average the rural home size purchased with this loan was approximately 1,392 SqFt. Keokuk 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 Keokuk County is roughly 1,502 square kilometers. There are no geographical USDA loan restrictions in this county. The influence score for Keokuk County is 9. Look below for the interactive county level map illustration below for more details.
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 Keokuk County.
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Keokuk County, Iowa
.Keokuk County is located in southeastern Iowa, and was named after the famous Sauk tribe chief, Chief Keokuk. The county was officially established in 1843, with Sigourney selected as the county seat in 1856. It covers an area of approximately 580 square miles and is noted for its rich agricultural history and involvement in the Native American community.
The region was initially inhabited by indigenous tribes, such as the Sauk, Fox, and the Iowa tribes, who lived, hunted, and cultivated the land. As Euro-American settlers moved westward in the early 1800s, treaties were created to define boundaries and coexistence with Native American tribes.
During the early settlement period, the economy was mainly agrarian, with families living in log cabins and focusing on self-sufficiency. The county had the advantage of fertile soil for farming, which attracted many settlers to establish themselves in the area. Over time, Keokuk County saw rapid growth in population and infrastructure, as more people moved to the area to benefit from farms and other agriculture-related businesses.
One fun fact about Keokuk County is that it's home to the Keokuk County Expo, an annual event showcasing local talent, crafts, livestock, and agricultural exhibits. This event highlights the area's rich agricultural history and serves as a means to bring the local community together to celebrate their unique heritage.
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