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$159,900

1206 Morningside Dr Waycross, GA 31501

4 beds
3 full
2,224 sqft
0.4 acres
$72 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1206 Morningside Dr

Here's a fixer-upper with great potential - ideal for FHA 203K Rehab Buyers or Investors!!! Looking for a home with solid bones and room to make it your own? This tri-level home is perfect for buyers who aren't afraid of a little TLC or investors seeking their next profitable project. Priced to sell and with a newer metal roof, this property is a fantastic candidate for a FHA 203K renovation loan, allowing you to finance the updates right into your mortgage. Step inside from the front porch into a foyer that leads to the kitchen, which includes all appliances, and opens into a designated dining area. The spacious living room features a cozy wood-burning fireplace, makes great space for relaxing or entertaining. Upstairs you will find 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, including the primary suite with bath with shower only. The basement level is currently unfinished, but includes living space, 1 bedroom, full bath and laundry area - offering excellent potential for expansion or multi-generational living. Enjoy the outdoors with a covered back porch and a fenced backyard - perfect for pets or play. As a bonus, there's a newer metal outbuilding on the property that's ideal for storage or a workshop. This home will require some updating, but it's priced to give the next owner room to renovate and build equity. It should qualify for conventional financing or the FHA 203K rehab loan - don't miss out on this opportunity!!!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Size2,224 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.36 Acres
Year built1959
ParkingDriveway
MLS #1654884
FireplaceLiving Room, Wood Burning

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Fireplace: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Driveway
  • Exterior: Porch/Covered, Patio
  • Architectural Style: SplitLevel
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • List Price: $159,900
  • Price/SqFt: $71
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,625
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: In Waycross, off of Highway 84, turn onto Morningside and home down on right - watch for sign...
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Living Area: 2,224 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.36 Acres
  • MLS Number: 1654884
  • MLS Name: GoldenIsles
  • Office Name: Compass360 Realty, Inc.
  • Office Phone: (912) 289-2699
  • Office Email: jcoleman1818@gmail.com
  • Listing Agent: Jody DuPont, Jordan DuPont

Based on information from the Golden Isles Multiple Listing Service, Inc. This information is believed to be accurate, but without any warranty. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Listing(s) information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Copyright 2025 Golden Isles Multiple Listing Service, Inc. All rights reserved.
Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 7/7/2025, 10:45:34 PM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Apr 30, 2018
Home Sold
$93,300
Apr 23, 2013
Home Sold
$32,500
Mar 20, 2013
Home Sold
$32,500
Oct 12, 2005
Home Sold
$108,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$65,805$2,625
2022$65,805$2,622
2021$53,151$2,622
2020$53,151$2,298
2019$37,312$1,755
2018$39,333$1,755
2017$39,333$1,714

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Williams Heights Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.4 mi

705 Dewey St

5

Center Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.7 mi

2114 Dorothy St

5

Memorial Drive Elementary School

Public District KG-5

2.6 mi

2580 Ambrose St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $65,720. Typical income of Waycross, GA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

20%
<35k
51%
35k-100k
26%
100k-200k
3%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

41%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
32%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
26%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • NASCARNASCAR
  • College FootballCollege Football
  • MotocrossMotocross

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Dollar GeneralDollar General
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men
  • GameStopGameStop

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • SonicSonic
  • Jimmy JohnsJimmy Johns

What do the neighbors drive?

  • RamRam
  • KiaKia
  • JeepJeep

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Classic CountryClassic Country
  • New CountryNew Country
  • CountryCountry
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1206 Morningside Dr

The listing price of 1206 Morningside Dr property is $159,900.

The property 1206 Morningside Dr is a house located in Waycross, Georgia, 31501.

Active Listing: 1206 Morningside Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1206 Morningside Dr are: Williams Heights Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Center Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Memorial Drive Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Waycross Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Ware County Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Pierce County Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Ware County High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Pierce County High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Brantley County High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,625 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on April 30, 2018 for $93,300 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 1206 Morningside Dr has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

The property 1206 Morningside Dr is 2,224 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1206 Morningside Dr is 1959.

This home is located at 1206 Morningside Dr in Waycross, GA and zip code 31501. This 2,224 square foot home, which was built in 1959, sits on a 0.36 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 26, 2025 and is currently priced at $159,900.

Waycross, GA housing market in June 2025 saw over 3 listings sold above listed price, more than 3 sold at listed price and over 10 sold below. In June 2025 in Waycross, GA there were 1.1% less homes for sale than in May. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 73 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $180,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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