USDA Vs. FHA your options comparison in Charleston, Charleston County, SC

In 2025, USDA loan limit in Charleston, county of Charleston, SC is $379,000 while FHA limit is $538,200 for a single-family home.

Use Lendersa® USDA loan calculator to compare today's USDA VS FHA best rates and determine the Income, credit, reserves, and documents needed to qualify. With our advanced mortgage calculator, you see the USDA, FHA, Conforming, and VA side by side to help you decide which program in is best for your particular financial situation.

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2025 loan limits and downpayment requirments in Charleston, county of Charleston, SC

Loan Type Loan Limit Down payment
USDA $379,000 0%
FHA $538,200 3.5%
Conventional Conforming $726,200 3%

USDA and FHA loan options in Charleston, SC

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What is USDA Loan in South Carolina?

USDA home loan is a loan guaranteed by the government Department of Agriculture AKA USDA rural development loan or USDA mortgage and is available in rural neighborhoods only. Unlike FHA loans that require a minimum of 3.5% down payment, the USDA mortgage loan does not require any down payment.

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  • International Mortgage Associates Inc
  • 3505 Lake Lynda Drive, Suite 200, Orlando, FL, 32817
  • Our mission is to build a dedicated, compliant mortgage team that can provide innovative International mortgage solutions and unsurpassed client service. We are ideally placed to guide US and International clients through the mortgage maze, wherever you choose to buy, but particularly in Florida, the Caribbean and UK.
  • Wellspring Finance Corp
  • 10244 East Colonial Drive, Suite 112, Orlando, FL, 32817
  • At Wellspring Finance, we will find a loan that fits each borrower. Unlike big banks that have order takers helping you with your loan, we have highly skilled loan consultants. Our consultants know what it takes to get through underwriting quickly.Wellspring Finance, professional mortgage company specializing in residential mortgages
  • First National Bank of GA
  • 819 E Shotwell St, Bainbridge, GA, 39819
  • First National Bank is a full-service, independent and locally owned bank. First National Bank of Decatur County was organized in 2004 by a group of local businessmen and community leaders who share a personal stake in the future of our community. The founders of First National Bank wanted something better for the place they called home.
  • JW CAPITAL
  • 1800 Pembrook Dr. Suite 300, Orlando, FL, 32810
  • JW Capital Company is a mortgage brokerage. We shop numerous lenders to ensure our clients always get a great deal. Our clients receive wholesale interest rates, faster closings (2 to 3 weeks) and excellent customer service throughout the process. This combined with state of the art technology provides an overall stress free experience.
  • Mortgage Equity Partners, Orlando/Winter Park
  • 5222 Andrus Ave, Suite A, Orlando, FL, 32810
  • Mortgage Equity Partners is comprised of former leaders and executives from prominent “national lenders.” The principals alone have over 100 years combined experience in the mortgage industry.Your mortgage is one of the most, if not the most, important financial transaction in your life.
  • Commerce National Bank & Trust
  • 1201 Orlando Ave, Suite 100, Winter Park, FL, 32789
  • We are dedicated to building long-term customer relationships while serving Central Florida’s businesses, professionals and residents. Our experienced staff is trained to provide expert customer service and to make prompt and informed banking decisions. Commerce Bank & Trust, a locally owned community bank.
  • Mortgage Money Lending Inc
  • 941 West Morse Blvd, Suite 100, Winter Park, FL, 32789
  • We are truly passionate about our profession, and the result is that nearly 100% of our business is by referral from satisfied clients, our trusted loan originators and the most experienced local realtors. Our mission is to carefully guide you through the entire home loan process,
  • Palm State Mortgage Company
  • 1151 Orange Avenue, Suite 200, Winter Park, FL, 32789
  • Palm State Mortgage Company has been a privately held, Florida licensed mortgage brokerage corporation, always maintaining State and Federal practices in good standing. Palm State specializes in securing the best possible mortgage loan terms for all types of residential and small commercial properties throughout the state of Florida.