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USDA Geographic Eligibility Statistics for Maine Postal Zip Code 04743
1.0% of Maine is ineligible for rural development USDA home loans.
Postal code 04743 is used by homes and businesses in and around Fort Kent, Maine, and covers 358.5 square kilometers. There are no significant geographical USDA loan restrictions within this area.
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Here are some facts about Fort Kent, Maine:
- Fort Kent is a town located in the northernmost part of Maine, bordering the Canadian province of Quebec.
- It is named after a military Fort Kent that was established in the area during the Aroostook War between the United States and Great Britain in 1839.
- Fort Kent is home to the University of Maine at Fort Kent, a small public institution with a student population of about 1,200.
- The town is situated along the Saint John River, which serves as an important transportation and trade route between Maine and Canada.
- Fort Kent is known for its outdoor recreation opportunities, including skiing at the nearby Lonesome Pine Trails, hiking in the North Maine Woods, and fishing in the many lakes and rivers in the area.
- The town hosts several festivals and events throughout the year, such as the Can-Am Crown International Sled Dog Races, the Fort Kent International Muskie Derby, and the Acadian Festival, which celebrates the area's French-Canadian heritage.
- Fort Kent has a population of around 4,000 people and covers an area of approximately 66 square miles.
The USDA Rural Development staff are dedicated to assisting rural Maine communities through housing, business, and community programs. Their mission is to increase economic opportunity and improve the quality of life for all rural Americans. Rural Development has a State Office located in Bangor, and Area Offices located in Presque Isle, Bangor, Lewiston, and Scarborough.Featured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Maine
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967 Illinois Avenue Suite 4
Bangor ME 04401-2767
Phone: (207) 990-9160
Fax: (855) 589-1060
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