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September 2024 Featured Agent | |
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Chris Thompson | from Mel Foster Company |
There are 84 USDA backed residential loans in Rock Island county with an average loan balance of $109,316. Over 73% of the loans helped first time home buyers. Borrowers were an average age of 38 years old. The typical appraised home value was around $110,696. On average the rural home size purchased with this loan was approximately 1,353 SqFt. Rock Island 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 Rock Island County is roughly 1,168 square kilometers. USDA defined regions of rural loan ineligibility in Rock Island cover 324 square kilometers of the county. Approximately 27.8% of Rock Island County is ineligible for traditional USDA home loans. The influence score for Rock Island County is 2. Look below for the interactive county level map illustration below for more details.
Start your search for USDA loan eligible properties in the cities of Rock Island County, IL
* cities most likely to have USDA loan eligible properties for sale.
*Andalusia • Barstow • Buffalo Prairie • Carbon Cliff • Coal Valley • *Cordova • Coyne Center • East Moline • Edgington • Fruitland • Hampton • *Hillsdale • Illinois City • Joslin • Milan • Moline • Oak Grove • Osborn • *Port Byron • *Rapids City • *Reynolds • Rock Island • Rock Island Arsenal • Silvis • Taylor Ridge
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 Rock Island County.
Rock Island County, located in the great state of Illinois, was established on January 15, 1831, and named after the Rock Island, a natural landmark in the Mississippi River. The county is situated in the northwestern part of the state and covers an area of about 451 square miles. The Mississippi River borders it on the west and the Rock River on the south, both important waterways for trade and transportation.
In the early 19th century, the region was inhabited by Sauk and Meskwaki tribes. The 1804 Treaty of St. Louis between the United States and Sac & Fox tribes led to tensions in the area due to disputed land claims. This conflict eventually culminated in the Black Hawk War of 1832, led by the Sauk warrior Black Hawk who aimed to reclaim tribal lands.
During the 19th and 20th centuries, Rock Island County experienced significant industrial growth, driven by its advantageous geographical location and accessibility to major railways. In the late 19th century, the county became a hub for liquor manufacturing, particularly during the Prohibition era, when illegal speakeasies thrived.
Today, Rock Island County is well-known as part of the Quad Cities, a region consisting of five major cities along the Mississippi River, including Moline and Rock Island in Illinois, and Davenport, Bettendorf, and East Moline in Iowa. The area boasts a vibrant cultural scene, with numerous museums, arts venues, and parks for residents and visitors to enjoy.
Fun Fact: The Rock Island Arsenal, located on the island that the county is named after, is the largest government-owned weapons manufacturing facility in the United States. Established in 1862, it has played a significant role in the manufacturing and development of military weapons and equipment throughout history, including during the Civil War, World War I and II, and various other conflicts.