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There are 18 USDA backed residential loans in Lavaca county with an average loan balance of $106,690. Over 72% of the loans helped first time home buyers. Borrowers were an average age of 39 years old. The typical appraised home value was around $106,122. On average the rural home size purchased with this loan was approximately 1,472 SqFt. Lavaca 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 Lavaca County is roughly 2,515 square kilometers. There are no geographical USDA loan restrictions in this county. The influence score for Lavaca County is 6. Look below for the interactive county level map illustration below for more details.


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Breslau   •   Ezzell   •   *Hallettsville   •   Henkhaus   •   Hope   •   Kinkler   •   Koerth   •   Moravia   •   *Moulton   •   Mount Olive   •   Novohrad   •   Old Moulton   •   *Shiner   •   Speaks   •   Sublime   •   Sweet Home   •   Vienna   •   Wied   •   Williamsburg   •   Witting   •   Worthing

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 Lavaca County.

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Lavaca County, Texas
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Lavaca County is located in the southeastern part of Texas, USA. It was created on April 6, 1846, upon the formation of the Republic of Texas, and named after the Lavaca River, which forms its eastern boundary. Covering an area of 970 square miles, the county seat is Hallettsville, established in 1852.

Originally, the land was inhabited by various Native American tribes, such as the Tonkawa, Karankawa, and Lipan Apache. The first Europeans to explore the area were the Spanish, who arrived in the late 17th century. The region was then part of the Spanish province known as Nuevo Santander.

During the Mexican rule (1821-1836), Lavaca County was granted to Stephen F. Austin, who brought settlers from the United States to populate the area. However, after the Texas Revolution, the newly formed Republic of Texas encouraged European immigration to the region, including German, Czech, and Austrian settlers. These immigrants greatly influenced the culture and traditions of the county.

Throughout the 19th and 20th century, the county's economy primarily relied upon agriculture, with a focus on cotton production during its initial years. Over time, the economy diversified, and cattle ranching, oil, and natural gas also became significant sources of revenue.

Lavaca County is also a site of historical importance. It was home to the two signers of the Texas Declaration of Independence, Collin McKinney and Dr. George Washington Hill, whose historical residences can be visited today. The county was also a key location during the First and Second Battles of Linnville, where the Comanche Indians clashed with the settlers and Texas Rangers in 1840.

Fun fact: Lavaca County boasts the Texas Championship High School Rodeo, an annual event since 1949 that has produced several world-champion rodeo contestants. It showcases young rodeo talents and contributes to the important cowboy heritage of Texas.


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