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$67,466$60 / 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 68How 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

509 GARLINGTON AVE

WAYCROSS, GA 31503
1
Baths
1,131 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1942
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$67K
$46K low$89K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$671 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$19,870 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,628
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,242
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,690
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$49,674

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.50
41
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
32
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.13 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
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.0.22
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 158 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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 · 1.3 mi
M
Ware County Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi
E
Waresboro Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 6.6 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

509 Garlington 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 75% of homes in Waycross 31503
  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Waycross 31503
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Waycross 31503
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Waycross 31503
  • Older than 90% 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.

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$22K$502K

This home is worth more than 25% 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$67,466
CheaperTypical $133,256Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$60
CheaperTypical $97Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area1,131 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,540 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.9 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1942
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 509 Garlington Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaycross 31503Ware County
Estimated valuepricier than$67,46625% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6027% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,131 ft²22% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac9% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than194210% of homes13% of homes

About 509 Garlington Ave

How much is 509 Garlington Ave, Waycross, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 509 Garlington Ave, Waycross, GA is $67,466 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $45,923 to $89,009. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 509 Garlington Ave, Waycross, GA last sell?

509 Garlington Ave, Waycross, GA last sold on Aug 11, 2022, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 509 Garlington Ave, Waycross, GA?

509 Garlington Ave, Waycross, GA has 1 bathrooms, 1,131 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 509 Garlington Ave, Waycross, GA built?

509 Garlington Ave, Waycross, GA was built in 1942, making it 84 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 509 Garlington Ave, Waycross, GA?

509 Garlington Ave, Waycross, GA is assigned to Ware County High School (high), rated B; Ware County Middle School (middle), rated C+; Waresboro 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 509 Garlington Ave, Waycross, GA compare to other homes in Waycross 31503?

Among the 7,968 homes in Waycross 31503, it is worth more than 25% of them ($67,466 against a typical $133,256), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($60 against a typical $97), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,131 ft² against a typical 1,540 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.9 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1942 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Ware County, it is worth more than 27% 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 509 Garlington Ave, Waycross, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 509 Garlington Ave, Waycross, GA was $671. The county assessed it at $19,870.

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