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Last sold for $53,500 on Aug 5, 1987

401 PRESTON ST

WAYCROSS, GA 31501
2
Baths
2,641 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$53,500 · Aug 5, 1987

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,321 (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.$133,341 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$26,484
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$106,857
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$69,107
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$333,352

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.58
90
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
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.
71
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.135 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Medical Building
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.1991
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
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.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Roll Composition (rolled Mineral Roof)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 80 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.

M
Waycross Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
E
Center Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
H
Ware County High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi

District: Ware County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 31501These 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.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,600
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,091 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$43,061
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$55,779
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

401 Preston 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.

  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Ware County
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Ware County
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Waycross 31501

How it measures up in Waycross 31501

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waycross 31501.

Living area2,641 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,510 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 401 Preston St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaycross 31501Ware County
Living areabigger than2,641 ft²91% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac53% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than197269% of homes52% of homes

About 401 Preston St

When did 401 Preston St, Waycross, GA last sell?

401 Preston St, Waycross, GA last sold on Aug 5, 1987 for $53,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 401 Preston St, Waycross, GA?

401 Preston St, Waycross, GA has 2 bathrooms, 2,641 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 401 Preston St, Waycross, GA built?

401 Preston St, Waycross, GA was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 401 Preston St, Waycross, GA?

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

How does 401 Preston St, Waycross, GA compare to other homes in Waycross 31501?

Among the 5,373 homes in Waycross 31501, it is bigger than 91% of them (2,641 ft² against a typical 1,510 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (1972 against a typical 1965). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 401 Preston St, Waycross, GA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 401 Preston St, Waycross, GA was $5,321. The county assessed it at $133,341.

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