2021 $0 down, VA home loan limit for Ford County is $548,250.
Ford County was named after the former Governor of Illinois, Thomas Ford. Located near the center of Illinois, Ford County encompasses a total area of 486 square miles. The county was officially created on February 17, 1859 by the Illinois General Assembly. Ford County possesses an interesting history and has several locations on the National Register of Historic Places. Many fun festivals and events are held in Ford County each year that brings out much of the community. For a small town feel with a very friendly community, come to Ford County. The total population is 13,688, including a veteran population of 1,164.
History buffs will love the many historic locations that can be found in Ford County. The Paxton Water Tower and Pump House was built in 1887 and still stands in Paxton. On November 13, 1984, the Paxton Water Tower and Pump was added to the National Register of Historic Places. The Dunnan-Hampton House is a historic home featuring Queen Anne Style architecture. The House was built in 1897. The Dunnan-Hampton House has been recently restored, and is said to look exactly like it did in 1897. Other locations on the National Register in Ford County include the Paxton First Schoolhouse, Paxton Carnegie Library, and Alfred Phillips House.
Be sure to mark your calendars for the Ford County Fair! The Ford County Fair is one of the best places to taste the great food that Illinois has to offer. There will be fun games and exciting entertainment at the Ford County Fair. Events held at the Ford County Fair include a beauty pageant, talent show, rodeo, and much more. Residents are allowed to enter any of the contests being held at the Fair. Don’t miss out on the large demolition derby, where you are allowed to enter any junk vehicles you may have.
The Ford County School District offers many resources for children and their parents. With all of the sports teams and clubs available for children in Ford County, your child is sure to find something that interests them. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to support your local school by coming to one of the many sporting events held throughout the year. There are several libraries and other areas great for studying and learning.
Veterans living in Illinois are offered many benefits, including property tax exemption eligibility for disabled veterans. The median housing cost in Ford County is $89,600, and the median household income is $48,866.
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Ford County Property Search
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Ford County Condo Search
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VFW Post
Post 4214 Paxton Post
763 E Pells St
Paxton, IL 60957-1316
United States
Phone: N/A
Meeting Location & Time
763 E Pells St
Paxton, IL 60957
United States
7:00PM 2nd Monday
Quartermaster: William Hoffman
Commander: Gerald Burklund
Maximum VA Appraisal Fees Allowable in Ford County
- Single Family: $420
- Mukti Family: $550
- Individual Condo: $425
- Manufactured: $425
- Repair Inspection: $100
Links
- Illinois VA Loan Information: https://www.vahomeloancenters.org/illinois-va-home-loan-limit/
- VA Loan Information by State: https://www.vahomeloancenters.org/va-loan-limit-maximum-va-loan-amount/
