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$382,840$120 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

2561 FRANCIS ST

WAYCROSS, GA 31503
3
Beds
2
Baths
3,192 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.
5.44 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$383K
$354K low$411K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$491 (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.$101,973 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,672
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$94,301
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$65,931
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$254,931

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
36
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
98
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
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.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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 Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyWare
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1998
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.44
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Masonry (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Patio · 252 ft²Porch · 90 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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 SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
Ware County Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi
E
Ruskin Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.0 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

2561 Francis St 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 more than 95% of homes in Ware County
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Ware County
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Waycross 31503
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Ware County

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
$24K$525K

This home is worth more than 94% 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$382,840
CheaperTypical $135,093Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$120
CheaperTypical $97Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area3,192 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,547 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size5.44 ac
SmallerTypical 0.9 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 2561 Francis St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaycross 31503Ware County
Estimated valuepricier than$382,84094% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12066% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than3,192 ft²97% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.44 ac87% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than197643% of homes57% of homes

About 2561 Francis St

How much is 2561 Francis St, Waycross, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2561 Francis St, Waycross, GA is $382,840 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $354,415 to $411,265. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 2561 Francis St, Waycross, GA?

2561 Francis St, Waycross, GA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3,192 square feet of living space and a 5.44-acre lot.

When was 2561 Francis St, Waycross, GA built?

2561 Francis St, Waycross, GA was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2561 Francis St, Waycross, GA?

2561 Francis St, Waycross, GA is assigned to Ware County High School (high), rated C; Ware County Middle School (middle), rated B-; Ruskin Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Ware County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2561 Francis St, Waycross, GA compare to other homes in Waycross 31503?

Among the 7,968 homes in Waycross 31503, it is worth more than 94% of them ($382,840 against a typical $135,093), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($120 against a typical $97), it is bigger than 97% of them (3,192 ft² against a typical 1,547 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (5.44 ac against a typical 0.9 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1976 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Ware County, it is worth more than 95% 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 2561 Francis St, Waycross, GA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 2561 Francis St, Waycross, GA was $491. The county assessed it at $101,973.

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