USDA Vs. FHA your options comparison in Ohio, Allegheny County, PA

In 2025, the USDA loan limit in Ohio, part of the county of Allegheny, PA, is $336,500, while the FHA limit for a single-family home is $472,030.

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2025 Loan Limits and Downpayment Requirements in Ohio, Allegheny, PA

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

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What Defines a USDA Loan in PA?

A USDA home loan, backed by the government Department of Agriculture, often referred to as a USDA rural development loan or USDA mortgage, is available only in rural areas. Unlike FHA loans, which require at least a 3.5% down payment, the USDA mortgage can be obtained with no down payment at all.

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