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USVI USDA Loans100% Financing for St. Croix & Rural Buyers

St. Croix is highly eligible for USDA Rural Development loans, offering qualified buyers 100% financing (zero down payment).

The Virgin Bay Advantage

One of the Virgin Islands' Best-Kept Secrets

The USDA Rural Development loan is one of the Virgin Islands' best-kept real estate secrets—especially in St. Croix. While stateside lenders rarely handle USDA loans in the Caribbean, Virgin Bay Mortgage specializes in them. Our in-house underwriting team knows exactly how to navigate the USDA's income and geographic eligibility maps to get you approved faster.

  • Local Expertise

    Deep roots in the USVI market and an understanding of island properties.

  • In-House Underwriting

    Every step under one roof for faster approvals and fewer delays.

  • Local Loan Servicing

    We keep servicing your loan after closing, so you always deal with us.

The St. Croix USDA Advantage

Did you know that because of its geographic designation, virtually all of St. Croix is eligible for USDA financing? Certain rural areas of St. Thomas and St. John also qualify.

  • 100% Financing

    Buy your home with absolutely zero down payment.
  • Built for Moderate Incomes

    This program is specifically designed to help moderate-income individuals and families achieve homeownership.
  • Lower Guarantee Fees

    USDA loans feature lower upfront and monthly guarantee fees than standard FHA loans.

How to Qualify

  • Location: The property must be in a USDA-eligible rural area (which covers massive portions of the USVI).
  • Income: Your household income must fall within the USDA's established limits for your specific island and family size.

Eligible Property Types

  • Primary Residences only
  • Single-Family Homes

Income Limits in the USVI

For the USDA Guaranteed Loan Program in the U.S. Virgin Islands, the standard base household income limits apply:

Household SizeIncome Limit
1 to 4-Member Household$122,800 per year
5 to 8-Member Household$162,100 per year
Note: The gross annual income is calculated off of all adult occupants in the home, not just the primary borrower listed on the mortgage.

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