c.1955 Four Bedroom Fixer Upper Georgia Home For Sale $65,000
OHU50K Notes $65,000
c.1955 Four Bedroom Fixer Upper Georgia Home For Sale. This home has some great curb appeal, but the interior has needs repair. This home has original elements such as a beautiful staircase, several brick fireplaces and sits on a 3rd of an acre.
Realtor Comments
Here’s your chance to transform this spacious four bedroom, two and a half bath home. Plenty of square footage to make this space into an amazing home. It just need your crew and your vision. Home will not qualify for traditional financing, being sold strictly AS-IS.
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- Build date 1955
- Contact Realtor: Edis Gonzalez
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Pros
Very affordable housing
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Median home value around $71k–$165k, far below the U.S. average.
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Median rent roughly $650/month.
This makes Waycross appealing for:
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retirees
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first-time homebuyers
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people relocating from expensive cities.
Low overall cost of living
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Cost of living index about 19% below the U.S. average.
Daily expenses like housing, utilities, and groceries are generally cheaper than many other places in the U.S.
Quiet small-town environment
Waycross has a slow pace of life and a strong small-town feel where many residents know each other.
Benefits:
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less traffic
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tight-knit community
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more relaxed lifestyle.
Access to nature and outdoor recreation
Waycross sits near the Okefenokee Swamp, one of the largest wetlands in North America.
Activities include:
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wildlife watching
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fishing and boating
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hiking and camping.
Mild winters
The area has warm weather most of the year, with winters that rarely drop below freezing.
This attracts people who want to avoid cold northern climates.
Cons
Higher crime rates
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Overall crime rate roughly 160% higher than the U.S. average.
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Property crime especially high (about 186% above national average).
Like many small cities, safety varies significantly by neighborhood.
Weak job market
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Median household income about $30,000, much lower than the national median.
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Around 1 in 3 residents live below the poverty line.
The economy is limited and many higher-paying jobs are outside the city.
Limited entertainment and amenities
Because Waycross is small:
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fewer restaurants and shopping options
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limited nightlife and entertainment
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fewer cultural attractions.
Many residents travel to larger cities for activities.
Limited healthcare and education options
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Specialized healthcare services may require travel to bigger cities.
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Education attainment rates are below the national average.
Hot, humid summers
South Georgia summers can be very hot and humid, which can make outdoor activities uncomfortable and increase air-conditioning costs.
