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There are 23 USDA backed residential loans in Rappahannock county with an average loan balance of $165,698. Over 86% of the loans helped first time home buyers. Borrowers were an average age of 36 years old. The typical appraised home value was around $177,840. On average the rural home size purchased with this loan was approximately 1,322 SqFt. Alternate income limits exist to determine loan eligibility in Rappahannock county. For a household of upto 4 people the income limit is $111,550. For a household of between 5 and 8 people the income limit increases to $147,250.

The size of Rappahannock County is roughly 690 square kilometers. There are no geographical USDA loan restrictions in this county. The influence score for Rappahannock County is 4. Look below for the interactive county level map illustration below for more details.


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Amissville   •   Castleton   •   *Chester Gap   •   Estes   •   Fletcher Mill   •   *Flint Hill   •   Fourway   •   Hackleys Crossroad   •   Hawlin   •   Huntly   •   Laurel Mills   •   Panorama   •   Peola Mills   •   Rediviva   •   Rock Mills   •   Scrabble   •   Slate Mills   •   Smedley   •   *Sperryville   •   Viewtown   •   Wakefield Manor   •   *Washington   •   Woodville

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 Rappahannock County.

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Rappahannock County, located in the great state of Virginia, boasts a rich history that dates back centuries. It was established on February 12, 1833, when it was carved from the much larger Culpeper County. The county is named after the Rappahannock River, which is a significant waterway in the region that once served as the primary navigational route for Algonquian-speaking Native American tribes.

During pre-colonial times, the area was inhabited by various Native American tribes, most notably the Manahoac and Rappahannock. In the early 1600s, English settlers began establishing their presence in nearby Jamestown and later moved into the Rappahannock region. The fertile land around the river provided excellent farming opportunities, which attracted settlers and promoted the growth of the county.

Throughout the 1700s, Rappahannock County was a battleground for the French and Indian War and played a significant role in the American Revolutionary War. The county continued to thrive in the late 1800s, thanks to the expansion of the railroads, with small industries and agricultural activities dotting the landscape.

Rappahannock County is also known for being part of the Civil War, with the Battle of Brandy Station taking place within its borders on June 9, 1863. This battle was the largest predominantly cavalry engagement of the war, and marked the beginning of the Gettysburg Campaign.

One fun fact about Rappahannock County is that it is home to Sperryville, a charming village listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Originally developed in the 1820s, Sperryville boasts well-preserved 19th-century architecture, and its spectacular scenery continues to draw tourists from all over the country.


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