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$71,133$32 / 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 67How 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

501 HOWE ST

WAYCROSS, GA 31501
3
Beds
1
Baths
2,196 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$71K
$47K low$95K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$841 (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.$24,375 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$910
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$23,465
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$29,533
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$60,938

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
29
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
96
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
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 Residence
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.1976
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Pier/Post & Beam
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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 · 294 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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 · 2.0 mi
M
Ware County Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.0 mi
E
Ruskin Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 5.9 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

501 Howe 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 less than 71% of homes in Ware County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Ware County
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Waycross 31501
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Ware County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Ware County

What homes are worth in Waycross 31501

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

This home
$17K$447K

This home is worth more than 31% 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.

Estimated value$71,133
CheaperTypical $127,663Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$32
CheaperTypical $87Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area2,196 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,508 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 501 Howe St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaycross 31501Ware County
Estimated valuepricier than$71,13331% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$3214% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than2,196 ft²83% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac13% of homes7% of homes
Year builtnewer than19206% of homes5% of homes

About 501 Howe St

How much is 501 Howe St, Waycross, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 501 Howe St, Waycross, GA is $71,133 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $47,492 to $94,774. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 501 Howe St, Waycross, GA last sell?

501 Howe St, Waycross, GA last sold on Jan 10, 2018, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 501 Howe St, Waycross, GA?

501 Howe St, Waycross, GA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,196 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 501 Howe St, Waycross, GA built?

501 Howe St, Waycross, GA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 501 Howe St, Waycross, GA?

501 Howe St, Waycross, GA is assigned to Ware County High School (high), rated B; Ware County Middle School (middle), rated C+; 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 501 Howe St, Waycross, GA compare to other homes in Waycross 31501?

Among the 5,374 homes in Waycross 31501, it is worth more than 31% of them ($71,133 against a typical $127,663), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($32 against a typical $87), it is bigger than 83% of them (2,196 ft² against a typical 1,508 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1920 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Ware County, it is worth more than 29% 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 501 Howe St, Waycross, GA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 501 Howe St, Waycross, GA was $841. The county assessed it at $24,375.

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