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$150,400$90 / 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 71How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

561 EMMETT DR

WAYCROSS, GA 31503
1
Baths
1,680 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.
1.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$150K
$107K low$194K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$255 (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.$8,840 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,132
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$2,708
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$6,082
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$22,099

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.
38
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
95
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
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.1.11
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.Prefab
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 · 560 ft²

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

E
Memorial Drive Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.2 mi
M
Waycross Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.0 mi
H
Ware County High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.9 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

561 Emmett Dr 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Ware County
  • Newer than 70% 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
$25K$507K

This home is worth more than 52% 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$150,400
CheaperTypical $140,951Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$90
CheaperTypical $102Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area1,680 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,544 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size1.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.9 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 561 Emmett Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaycross 31503Ware County
Estimated valuepricier than$150,40052% of homes56% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9043% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than1,680 ft²60% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.11 ac61% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than198759% of homes70% of homes

About 561 Emmett Dr

How much is 561 Emmett Dr, Waycross, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 561 Emmett Dr, Waycross, GA is $150,400 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $106,820 to $193,980. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 561 Emmett Dr, Waycross, GA last sell?

561 Emmett Dr, Waycross, GA last sold on Oct 17, 2005, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 561 Emmett Dr, Waycross, GA?

561 Emmett Dr, Waycross, GA has 1 bathrooms, 1,680 square feet of living space and a 1.11-acre lot.

When was 561 Emmett Dr, Waycross, GA built?

561 Emmett Dr, Waycross, GA was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 561 Emmett Dr, Waycross, GA?

561 Emmett Dr, Waycross, GA is assigned to Memorial Drive Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Waycross Middle School (middle), rated C+; 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 561 Emmett Dr, Waycross, GA compare to other homes in Waycross 31503?

Among the 7,968 homes in Waycross 31503, it is worth more than 52% of them ($150,400 against a typical $140,951), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($90 against a typical $102), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,680 ft² against a typical 1,544 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (1.11 ac against a typical 0.9 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1987 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Ware County, it is worth more than 56% 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 561 Emmett Dr, Waycross, GA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 561 Emmett Dr, Waycross, GA was $255. The county assessed it at $8,840.

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