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USDA Section 502 Guaranteed Loan

U.S. Department of Agriculture

0% down, low rates for rural areas

Overview

Zero down payment loan for moderate-income buyers in USDA-designated rural areas.

Detailed requirements

No down payment. Property must be in USDA-eligible rural area (check map at eligibility.sc.egov.usda.gov). Income must not exceed 115% of area median income. Must be primary residence. Reasonable credit history.

Eligibility at a glance

Max income (% AMI)
115%
Owner-occupied required
Yes

Note: Property must be in USDA-eligible rural area. Household income must be ≤115% AMI.

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Last verified 2026-09-02. Updated weekly. Always confirm details on the official program page before applying.