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Saline county has 2 usdaproperties.com realtors ready to help with your search!
September 2024 Featured Agents | |
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Ocie Paxton | from Shawnee Trails Realty |
Toni Lucas | from Ev George |
There are 204 USDA backed residential loans in Saline county with an average loan balance of $65,914. Over 74% of the loans helped first time home buyers. Borrowers were an average age of 36 years old. The typical appraised home value was around $69,025. On average the rural home size purchased with this loan was approximately 1,457 SqFt. Saline 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 Saline County is roughly 1,001 square kilometers. There are no geographical USDA loan restrictions in this county. The influence score for Saline County is 8. 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 Saline County, IL
* cities most likely to have USDA loan eligible properties for sale.
Buena Vista • *Carrier Mills • Cottage Grove • Delta • Derby • Dorris Heights • Eagle • *Eldorado • Francis • *Galatia • Garden Heights • Harco • *Harrisburg • Horseshoe • Ledford • Long Branch • Mitchellsville • *Muddy • New Hope • Newcastle • Oldtown • Pankeyville • *Raleigh • Rudement • Saline • Somerset • Texas City • Tison • Wasson • West End
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 Saline County.
Saline County is located in the southern region of the great state of Illinois, formed from parts of Gallatin and Pope counties on February 25, 1847. The county gets its name from the mineral salt present in the area, which was a valuable resource at the time of its formation. Harrisburg, the largest city in Saline County, serves as the county seat and has played a pivotal role in the development of the region since its inception.
The history of Saline County dates back to the prehistoric era with evidence of ancient mound builders and Native American tribes inhabiting the region. European settlement began in the early 1800s, primarily along the Saline River, which played an essential role in the growth of the local salt industry. Salt production contributed to the county's prosperity, giving rise to several thriving communities in the area.
The coal industry also played a significant role in the development of Saline County. The introduction of the railroad in the late 1800s facilitated coal extraction, creating a boom in the economy and bringing a surge of population growth. However, as the coal industry declined in the 20th century, the economy and population of Saline County experienced challenges. Despite this, the county continues to focus on agriculture, manufacturing, and other economic opportunities.
One fun fact about Saline County is the Garden of the Gods Wilderness area, which offers stunning natural rock formations and some of the most spectacular views in the state. This incredible landscape attracts thousands of tourists every year, who come to explore its scenic beauty, unique geological formations, and various outdoor recreational activities.