USDA loan eligible properties in Strafford County, NH 
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| 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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• *New Durham • New Portsmouth • Place • Rochester • *Rollinsford • Rollinsford Station • *Somersworth • South Barrington • South Lee • *Strafford • Town House • Wadley Falls • Wentworth Terrace • West Barrington
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There are 539 USDA backed residential loans in Strafford county with an average loan balance of $170,296. Over 85% of the loans helped first time home buyers. Borrowers were an average age of 36 years old. The typical appraised home value was around $173,208. On average the rural home size purchased with this loan was approximately 1,458 SqFt. Alternate income limits exist to determine loan eligibility in Strafford county. For a household of upto 4 people the income limit is $112,850. For a household of between 5 and 8 people the income limit increases to $148,950.
The size of Strafford County is roughly 992 square kilometers. USDA defined regions of rural loan ineligibility in Strafford cover 192 square kilometers of the county. Approximately 19.4% of Strafford County is ineligible for traditional USDA home loans. The influence score for Strafford County is 2. 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 loan eligible properties in Strafford County.
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Strafford County, New Hampshire
.Strafford County, located in the southeastern part of the great state of New Hampshire, was officially established on April 29, 1769. It was named in honor of Thomas Wentworth, the 1st Earl of Strafford. The county is one of ten counties in New Hampshire and is situated in the southeastern part of the state, with the cities of Dover, Rochester, and Somersworth as major population centers.
Before European settlement, the land was inhabited by various Native American tribes, primarily the Abenaki. In the early 17th century, British colonists arrived and began to establish settlements in the area. Early industries in the region included farming, fishing, lumbering, and shipbuilding, which fueled the growth and prosperity of the county.
Dover, which holds the distinction of being the first permanent settlement in the state of New Hampshire, was founded in 1623 by Edward Hilton, a fish merchant. Dover became a significant industrial hub in the 1800s, driven by water-powered mills that produced products such as textiles, lumber, and leather. By 1812, Dover was incorporated as a city, further cementing its place in the region's history.
Fun fact: The Woodman Institute Museum in Dover is home to a 10-foot stuffed polar bear, which is said to be the world's largest stuffed polar bear on display. The museum also contains various historical artifacts and exhibits about the natural and cultural history of the county, making it a popular destination for those looking to learn more about the area's rich past.
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