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$16,305$17 / 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 59How 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
Last sold for $5,000 on May 13, 2019

705 HOWE ST

WAYCROSS, GA 31501
2
Beds
1
Baths
936 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.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$16K
$10K low$23K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$5,000 · May 13, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$102 (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.$3,009 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,409
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$4,486
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$7,522

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.46
52
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.16 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.0.2 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.Single Family Residential
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.1966
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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.Porch · 182 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.

M
Waycross Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
E
Memorial Drive Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.1 mi
H
Ware County High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 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

705 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Ware County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Ware County
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Waycross 31501
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Ware County
  • Older than 92% 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 2% 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$16,305
CheaperTypical $127,663Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$17
CheaperTypical $87Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area936 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,508 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 705 Howe St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaycross 31501Ware County
Estimated valuepricier than$16,3052% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$172% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than936 ft²11% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac53% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than19309% of homes8% of homes

About 705 Howe St

How much is 705 Howe St, Waycross, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 705 Howe St, Waycross, GA is $16,305 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $9,543 to $23,067. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 705 Howe St, Waycross, GA last sell?

705 Howe St, Waycross, GA last sold on May 13, 2019 for $5,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 705 Howe St, Waycross, GA?

705 Howe St, Waycross, GA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 936 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 705 Howe St, Waycross, GA built?

705 Howe St, Waycross, GA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 705 Howe St, Waycross, GA?

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

How does 705 Howe St, Waycross, GA compare to other homes in Waycross 31501?

Among the 5,374 homes in Waycross 31501, it is worth more than 2% of them ($16,305 against a typical $127,663), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($17 against a typical $87), it is bigger than 11% of them (936 ft² against a typical 1,508 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1930 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Ware County, it is worth more than almost no 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 705 Howe St, Waycross, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 705 Howe St, Waycross, GA was $102. The county assessed it at $3,009.

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