5.4% of Pennsylvania is ineligible for rural development USDA home loans.
Postal code 17949 is used by homes and businesses in and around Shenandoah, Pennsylvania, and covers 0.2 square kilometers. There are no significant geographical USDA loan restrictions within this area.
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Interested in some fun facts and history about Shenandoah, PA?
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- Shenandoah was incorporated as a borough in 1866 and became a city in 1928.
- It was once a hub of coal mining activity in Pennsylvania, but these days it is primarily known for its vibrant Ukrainian-American community.
- The town was the site of a fatal and notorious strike in 1902 known as the "Shenandoah Massacre," which saw the deaths of several striking workers and members of the local sheriff's posse.
- Notable landmarks in Shenandoah include the former STS Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church and the nearby Queen of the World Church, which features a 22-foot statue of the Virgin Mary.
- Shenandoah is home to the Anthracite Coal Region's Historical Society, which operates a museum dedicated to preserving the area's coal mining heritage.
The Pennsylvania State Office, located in Harrisburg, PA, administers USDA Rural Development programs through nine Area Offices across the state. All offices are open to the public Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.Featured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Pennsylvania
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