USDA and FHA Pro and Con in Opelousas, St. Landry County, LA

In 2025, the USDA loan limit for Opelousas, located in St. Landry County, LA, is $336,500. Simultaneously, for a single-family home, the FHA limit is $472,030.

Use the Lendersa® USDA loan calculator to compare today's top USDA versus FHA rates and determine the necessary income, credit, reserves, and documents needed for qualification. Our advanced mortgage calculator displays USDA, FHA, Conforming, and VA options side by side, helping you decide the optimal program in for your financial needs.

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2025 Loan Limits and Down Payment Requirements in Opelousas, St. Landry County, LA

Loan Type Loan Limit Down Payment
USDA $336,500 0%
FHA $472,030 3.5%
Conventional Conforming $726,200 3%

USDA and FHA Loan Options in Opelousas, LA

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Understanding USDA Loans in LA

A USDA home loan, guaranteed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and also known as a USDA rural development loan, is available solely in rural locales. Unlike FHA loans requiring a minimum 3.5% down payment, USDA loans need no down payment, offering more accessible homeownership.

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