USDA and FHA Pro and Con in Lancaster, Fairfield County, OH

In 2026, the USDA loan limit for Lancaster in Fairfield county, OH, is $351,400, while the FHA limit for a single-family home is $488,750.

Use the Lendersa® USDA loan calculator to evaluate today's top USDA vs. FHA rates. This will help determine the income, credit, reserves, and documents needed to qualify. Our advanced mortgage calculator displays USDA, FHA, Conforming, and VA side by side, guiding you to the best program in for your financial needs.

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2026 Loan Limits & Downpayment Requirements in Lancaster, County of Fairfield, OH

Loan Type Loan Limit Down Payment
USDA $351,400 0%
FHA $488,750 3.5%
Conventional $726,200 3%

USDA and FHA Loan Options in Lancaster, OH

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What is a USDA Loan in OH?

A USDA home loan is guaranteed by the Department of Agriculture. Also called a USDA rural development loan or mortgage, it is available only in rural areas. In contrast to FHA loans, which require a minimum 3.5% down payment, USDA loans require none.

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Lancaster Lenders

  • Fairfield Federal Savings and Loan Association of Lancaster
  • 111 East Main Street, Lancaster, OH, 43130
  • Lends in Ohio
  • Fairfield Federal Savings & Loan Association is your Fairfield County community bank specializing in Home Mortgage Loans. We've been serving the Lancaster community since 1895. Fairfield Federal is a Member of the FDIC and is an Equal Housing Lender. Stop in and see us today! We are banking that revolves around you

  • First Service Federal Credit Union
  • 100 Main St, Groveport, OH, 43125
  • Lends in Ohio
  • "First Service has mortgage loans with a variety of rates and terms. We can even pre-approve you for a loan. Your shopping experience will be more enjoyable knowing that the home you select will fit your budget New Purchase
    Low Fixed Rates
    Variable Rates
    Conventional Mortgages
    FHA • VA
    First Time Buyers
    Refinance
    Cash Out"

  • Direction Mortgage
  • 649 Lancaster Pike, Suite 100, Circleville, OH, 43113
  • Lends in Ohio
  • Direction Mortgage has helped thousands of people navigate their way through the home buying maze and achieve their dream of home ownership...and we’ve done so with pride since 1992. We can help you obtain an FHA (Federal Housing Administration), USDA Rural Development, VA or Conventional loan. Direction Mortgage can help you find the loan

  • Commodore Bank
  • 100 East Main Street, Somerset, OH, 43783
  • Lends in Ohio
  • Commodore Bank is a customer-driven banking institution that targets business owners, professionals, and residents within its service area. The bank emphasizes customer service by the ability to make decisions locally. The Bank’s structure positions customers directly with front-line personnel.

  • Kingston National Bank
  • 2 N Main Street, Kingston, OH, 45644
  • Lends in Ohio
  • Kingston National Bank defines itself as “A Real Community Bank, Really Serving Communities”, a motto that was established when Phil Dunlap and his associates founded the Bank back in 1909. The tradition of providing customers with excellent banking products and superior customer service still prevails.

  • The Pataskala Banking Company
  • 354 S. Main St., Pataskala, OH, 43062
  • Lends in Ohio
  • The Pataskala Banking Company was founded in 1888 by William Henry Mead II and J. S. Youmans as a community bank serving southwest Licking County and it remains one of the few true community banks in central Ohio.

    Our first office opened in downtown Pataskala in 1888 and we have maintained a presence in downtown Pataskala

  • Capital City Funding
  • 1581 N High St, Columbus, OH, 43207
  • Lends in Ohio
  • At Capital City Funding, we transform real estate ambitions into reality by facilitating swift, adaptable financing solutions tailored to your needs. Skip the traditional banks and partner with us to leverage our extensive network of private and institutional lenders. Whether you're acquiring your first property or expanding a lucrative portfolio,

  • PhysicianLoans
  • 2325 Bryden Rd, Bexley, OH, 43209
  • Lends in Ohio
  • PhysicianLoans was founded in 1993. We offer a unique product The Doctor Loan, available only to medical doctors, dentists and veterinarians. Although we are a “brick & mortar” company based in Columbus, Ohio, PhysicianLoans is licensed in 18 states. As such, each of our Loan Officers holds all the appropriate licenses to conduct business.

  • Harvest Federal Credit Union
  • 34 Licking View Drive, Heath, OH, 43056
  • Lends in Ohio
  • Harvest Federal Credit Union was established in 1970. Our roots are in serving the workers of Licking County. We were founded by local employees of Rockwell International (now known as Arvin-Meritor). Our first office was in the United Auto Workers union hall in an area not more than 5 by 8 square feet (pictured below).