Absolute character in every direction. Built in 1937 with the original door knobs, window shutters, hardwood floors, brick flooring in kitchen, ornate woodwork through out home right up to the door knocker and peep hole. First floor looks straight up to the vaulted two story ceiling, so many details kept for the most original home left in the Heights. Has new wiring, upgraded panel box, gutters, roof, all 19 new double insulated windows, new light fixtures through home, Replacement items being left to help finish the renovations. This is your chance to make the most unique restoration in South Ga. Some painting inside is completed but you would be just in time to make it completely your own. Exterior restoration is down to the final details on the new deck. Pick your paint and you will have the talk of the town home. All woodwork details inside and out have been replaced where needed to match the original work. All new appliances go with the home. This is a unique opportunity.
This is a Charming cottage on large corner lot in Cherokee Heights. Property borders three streets - Oconee, Suwanee & Seminole Trail. Hardwood floors throughout most of house, brick flooring in kitchen & breakfast room. Formal dining room. Large family room with door leading to covered back porch. Deck off of upstairs bedroom. home has had some recent updates both ac unit have been replaced in the last 5 years.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,822 (−2.0%)
$12,060 + $65,847
$77,907
2024
$1,860 (+29.9%)
$12,060 + $65,847
$77,907
2023
$1,432 (−39.2%)
$6,824 + $52,215
$59,039
2022
$2,353 (+16.5%)
$6,824 + $52,215
$59,039
2021
$2,020 (+1.8%)
$6,824 + $39,892
$46,716
2020
$1,984 (+22.6%)
$6,824 + $38,701
$45,525
2019
$1,618 (+6.7%)
$6,824 + $29,785
$36,609
2018
$1,517 (+2.3%)
$6,824 + $29,785
$36,609
2017
$1,483 (+0.2%)
$6,856 + $28,594
$35,450
2016
$1,480 (−0.6%)
$6,856 + $28,594
$35,450
2014
$1,489
$6,856 + $28,594
$35,450
Tax history for 1602 Oconee Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,822 (−2.0%)
$12,060 + $65,847
$77,907
2024
$1,860 (+29.9%)
$12,060 + $65,847
$77,907
2023
$1,432 (−39.2%)
$6,824 + $52,215
$59,039
2022
$2,353 (+16.5%)
$6,824 + $52,215
$59,039
2021
$2,020 (+1.8%)
$6,824 + $39,892
$46,716
2020
$1,984 (+22.6%)
$6,824 + $38,701
$45,525
2019
$1,618 (+6.7%)
$6,824 + $29,785
$36,609
2018
$1,517 (+2.3%)
$6,824 + $29,785
$36,609
2017
$1,483 (+0.2%)
$6,856 + $28,594
$35,450
2016
$1,480 (−0.6%)
$6,856 + $28,594
$35,450
2014
$1,489
$6,856 + $28,594
$35,450
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
162 ft.
Lot depth
225 ft.
Lot size
0.84 Acres
Year renovated
1994
Sq. Ft.
1,590
Year built
1937
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Ware County
APN
WA2001 167 A
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric, Forced Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Size : .84
Location
Location Information
Subdivision Name: Cherokee Heights
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,590
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.84 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1937
Year Renovated: 1994
County: Ware County
APN: WA2001 167 A
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Listing Information
AttributionContact: 9125481515
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Schools
Center Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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Waycross Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
5/10
Ware County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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10 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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