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There are 52 USDA backed residential loans in Fayette county with an average loan balance of $116,910. Over 90% of the loans helped first time home buyers. Borrowers were an average age of 37 years old. The typical appraised home value was around $121,319. On average the rural home size purchased with this loan was approximately 1,483 SqFt. Fayette 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 Fayette County is roughly 2,487 square kilometers. There are no geographical USDA loan restrictions in this county. The influence score for Fayette County is 8. Look below for the interactive county level map illustration below for more details.


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Ammannsville   •   *Carmine   •   Cistern   •   Colony   •   Dubina   •   Ellinger   •   Engle   •   *Fayetteville   •   *Flatonia   •   Floy   •   Freyburg   •   Halsted   •   Holman   •   Hostyn   •   Kirtley   •   *La Grange   •   Ledbetter   •   Lena   •   Muldoon   •   Nechanitz   •   OQuinn   •   Oldenburg   •   Plum   •   Rek Hill   •   *Round Top   •   Rutersville   •   *Schulenburg   •   Stellar   •   Swiss Alp   •   Waldeck   •   Walhalla   •   Warda   •   Warrenton   •   Wendt   •   West Point   •   Willow Springs   •   Winchester

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 Fayette County.

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Fayette County, in the great state of Texas, can trace its roots back to 1821 when Stephen F. Austin received a contract from the Spanish government to bring 300 Anglo-American families to Texas. It was officially established on December 14, 1837, and was named after Marquis de la Fayette, a significant figure in the American and French Revolutions. The county seat is the city of La Grange.

Early inhabitants included the Tonkawa, Comecrudo, and Lipan Apache tribes, followed by European settlers such as German, Czech, and Austrian immigrants who began to arrive in the mid-1800s. The arrival of these immigrants contributed to the rich cultural heritage Fayette County prides itself on today.

Fayette County played a significant role during the 19th century, with events such as the development of the La Bahia Road, a key route in the colonization and expansion of Texas. Additionally, it was a site of unrest and conflict during the Texas Revolution, and several parts of the county were included in the Comanche War Trail.

Over time, Fayette County transitioned from being primarily agricultural to a more diversified economy. Railroad construction, which began in the 1870s, accelerated growth and allowed for more convenient trade and transportation links to the rest of Texas.

Today, the county is known for its vibrant and well-preserved towns, such as La Grange and Schulenburg, which showcase historic sites, museums, and beautiful outdoor spaces.

Fun fact: Fayette County is home to the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, located in La Grange. The center aims to preserve and promote the history, language, and culture of Texas Czechs with exhibits, events, and educational programs that showcase this unique heritage.


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