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$39,509$40 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 57How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

1098 CALIFORNIA AVE

WAYCROSS, GA 31503
1
Baths
1,000 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.57 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1949
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$40K
$23K low$56K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$146 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$5,043 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,508
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$2,535
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$4,106
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$12,608

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
97
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
70
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residential
CountyWare
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.57
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 120 ft²

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Ware County High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
E
Ruskin Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.1 mi
M
Ware County Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.2 mi

District: Ware County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 31503These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,859
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.37 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,109
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,283
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.66%

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How this home compares

1098 California Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 91% of homes in Waycross 31503
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Waycross 31503
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Waycross 31503
  • Older than 88% of homes in Waycross 31503

What homes are worth in Waycross 31503

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$23K$485K

This home is worth more than 9% of homes in Waycross 31503.

How it measures up in Waycross 31503

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waycross 31503.

Estimated value$39,509
CheaperTypical $132,819Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$40
CheaperTypical $96Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area1,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,541 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size0.57 ac
SmallerTypical 0.89 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 1098 California Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaycross 31503Ware County
Estimated valuepricier than$39,5099% of homes12% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4011% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than1,000 ft²15% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.57 ac38% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than194912% of homes16% of homes

About 1098 California Ave

How much is 1098 California Ave, Waycross, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1098 California Ave, Waycross, GA is $39,509 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $22,617 to $56,401. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 1098 California Ave, Waycross, GA?

1098 California Ave, Waycross, GA has 1 bathrooms, 1,000 square feet of living space and a 0.57-acre lot.

When was 1098 California Ave, Waycross, GA built?

1098 California Ave, Waycross, GA was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1098 California Ave, Waycross, GA?

1098 California Ave, Waycross, GA is assigned to Ware County High School (high), rated B; Ruskin Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Ware County Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Ware County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1098 California Ave, Waycross, GA compare to other homes in Waycross 31503?

Among the 7,991 homes in Waycross 31503, it is worth more than 9% of them ($39,509 against a typical $132,819), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($40 against a typical $96), it is bigger than 15% of them (1,000 ft² against a typical 1,541 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (0.57 ac against a typical 0.89 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1949 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Ware County, it is worth more than 12% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1098 California Ave, Waycross, GA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1098 California Ave, Waycross, GA was $146. The county assessed it at $5,043.

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