Cherokee Heights in Waycross

Cherokee Heights
Homes for Sale in Waycross, GA

Community in Waycross · Ware County · ZIP 31501
Median sale $190K
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Built fromLive ScoutMLS® data2 years of closingsUpdated twice daily

As of October 2026, Cherokee Heights in Waycross, GA has 74 homes for sale and 13 pending, asking from $15,000 to $799,000 (median $207,248). Over the 12 months ending 2026-09-20, 5 recorded sales closed at a median of $189,900, $108 per square foot, a median 72 days on market, sellers accepting 100% of original asking (+3% versus the prior year). Homes listed or recently sold were built 1900–2026 with 5 new construction; none of the 87 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 134 ft). At the median price and Ware County's 2025 rate of 25.23 mills, annual property tax runs about $1,920.

Last 30 days in Cherokee Heights: 15 new listings (median asking $284,900), 13 under contract right now. As of October 17, 2026, Listing data provided by ScoutMLS® (Golden Isles Association of REALTORS®). The data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed to be accurate by ScoutMLS.

Live · Cherokee Heights Housing Pulse ScoutMLS® + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$190K ▲
Median sold · 12 mo
up 3.3% vs the prior 12 months
+3.3% ▲
1-yr price change
n = 5 and 7 sales in the two windows
$108/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $108 in 2026
100.0%
Sale vs ask
Tempo
72days
Median DOM · closed
72 days at the 2026 low
20%
Under contract
Ware: 20% (24 of 120)
82 · 21
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
5
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 4 a year
Track record · 2 years of records
1,728sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales

Homes For Sale Right Now in Cherokee Heights

Live MLS inventory for Cherokee Heights. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending Cherokee Heights listings as of 2026-10-17, priced high to low. Listing data provided by ScoutMLS® (Golden Isles Association of REALTORS®). The data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed to be accurate by ScoutMLS. Tap any home to ask about it.

Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Cherokee Heights is a value-priced pocket of Waycross, with a median price just under $190,000 and a median price per square foot of $107.65 — both figures that point to a market where condition and lot specifics do more to set price than location premium. With only 5 closings in the most recent window against 88 active listings, supply is running well ahead of sales pace, which is the single biggest thing to understand before setting a price or writing an offer here.

Median days on market of 72 confirms that homes here are not moving quickly, so sellers need to price for the actual buyer pool rather than the neighborhood average, and buyers have room to negotiate on terms, not just price. The 3.3% year-over-year gain is modest but positive, suggesting the market is holding value rather than accelerating — steady, not hot.

Cherokee Heights Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of September 20, 2026

Cherokee Heights right now

🟡 Still climbing. The trailing-12-month median ($190K) is up 3.3% from the prior 12 months ($184K). With about 4 sales a year, a single closing can swing this number, so read the level and the decade, not one year's move.Momentum Research, record-level ScoutMLS® closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 20. Confidence: Low (5 and 7 sales in the two windows).

Jump to: Price history & scorecard · Homes for sale · Schools · FAQ

· Updated October 18, 2026 · Live data: ScoutMLS®, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

The 60-Second Overview

Cherokee Heights market snapshot (as of September 20, 2026): the median sale price is about $190K ($108 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), and a median 72 days on market for closed sales. The trailing-12-month median is up 3% from the prior 12 months, computed from record-level ScoutMLS® closed sales (5 closings in the current window).

Cherokee Heights sits in Ware County within Waycross, offering entry-level pricing relative to broader Georgia coastal-region markets, with a listing pool large enough to give buyers real selection but slow enough that patience pays off in negotiation.

Best for

  • Buying primarily on price per square foot rather than location prestige.
  • Willing to negotiate on price or terms given the slower absorption pace.
  • Looking for a straightforward home purchase without amenity fees attached.

Probably not for

  • Needing a quick close in a fast-moving, low-inventory market.
  • Expecting community amenities like a pool, clubhouse, or planned recreation.
  • Selling and needing top-of-market speed rather than a patient marketing period.

Listing locations from ScoutMLS®. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Schools

In short
  • Ware County School System
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available

Ware County School System posted a 95.4% four-year graduation rate and 5,633 students across 9 schools in 2024-25 (Governor’s Office of Student Achievement).

  • Wacona Elementary School · Elementary
  • Ware County Middle School · Middle
  • Ware County High School · High

District figures are official Georgia (GOSA) 2024-25 data. Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Cherokee Heights listings and can change; always confirm with the Ware County School System for a specific address.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Cherokee Heights address.

If we were buying in Cherokee Heights today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Cherokee Heights.

Best Buy
Buying on a tight budget who wants square footage without paying a location premium.
Biggest Risk
A 72-day median means sellers should plan for a longer marketing period, not a quick sale.
Sweet Spot
Buyers focused on the home itself, since no shared community amenities are part of the equation.
Avoid If
Needing a fast, competitive sale timeline or expecting amenity-driven value.

A buyer's market by the numbers

The math here is straightforward: 88 active listings against just 5 closings in the recent window is a wide gap, and it shows up directly in the 72-day median time on market. That is not a market where a well-priced home sits untouched — it is a market where inventory has to work harder to find a buyer, and where overpriced listings simply age instead of selling.

No community amenities are identified from current MLS listings, so whatever draws a buyer to Cherokee Heights is going to be the home itself — price point, square footage, condition — rather than a clubhouse, pool, or planned-community feature. That keeps the value conversation honest: you are paying for the house and the lot, not for shared infrastructure.

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The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Cherokee Heights. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

In a market carrying 88 active listings against a thin closing pace, pricing strategy and negotiation leverage matter more than usual. We track which listings are stale versus fresh, help sellers price to the 72-day reality instead of wishful comps, and help buyers use that same slow pace to negotiate on price, terms, or closing costs.

Cherokee Heights in 15 seconds.

Best forBuying on a tight budget who wants square footage without paying a location premium.
Biggest advantageNegotiating room is real here given the gap between active listings and recent closings.
Biggest riskA 72-day median means sellers should plan for a longer marketing period, not a quick sale.
Sweet spotBuyers focused on the home itself, since no shared community amenities are part of the equation.
Avoid ifNeeding a fast, competitive sale timeline or expecting amenity-driven value.

HOA, CDD & Fees

A note on who we are: Momentum Realty is a real estate brokerage. We are not the Cherokee Heights homeowners association, its management company or its developer, and we cannot help with dues, gate access, violations, amenity bookings or association documents. To reach the association, check your closing package, the recorded declaration at the county clerk, or search the association’s name at sunbiz.org for its registered agent. Call or message us to buy or sell a home in Cherokee Heights.
In short
  • HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Cherokee Heights sales matched to your home.

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Recently off market in Cherokee Heights

Homes in Cherokee Heights that recently left the market. Each address opens its public-record profile: county-recorded value, property taxes, the last recorded sale, community sales history, and what is for sale nearby now. 41 on record.

Cherokee Heights key facts
LocationWaycross, Ware County, GA · ZIP 31501, 31503
Home types (current listings and sales)single-family 93%
Amenities listed by sellersNone, Security System, Curbs, Fire Alarm, Other, Fire Sprinkler System
Sale prices, last 12 months$189,900 median across 5 closed sales · $108 per sq ft · +3.3% vs the prior 12 months
Days on market (closed sales)72 median
For sale right now82 active, 21 pending · median asking $210,500

Data as of September 20, 2026. Listing data provided by ScoutMLS® (Golden Isles Association of REALTORS®). The data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed to be accurate by ScoutMLS. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Cherokee Heights key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/zz-scout-ware-unassigned, data as of September 20, 2026.

Housing distress & ownership in Cherokee Heights, Waycross

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
0.0%
0 of 77 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-08-31 → 2026-10-17)

Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Listing data provided by ScoutMLS® (Golden Isles Association of REALTORS®). The data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed to be accurate by ScoutMLS. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Just listed in Cherokee Heights

The newest homes for sale in Cherokee Heights right now, newest first. Each link opens the full listing with every photo, the price history and a tour request.

Checked against the MLS Oct 18, 2026. All new listings in this market.

How much local inventory is already under contract

15% of homes for sale in Cherokee Heights are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-10-18).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Cherokee Heights?
The median sale price in Cherokee Heights was $190K over the 12 months ending September 20, 2026 (5 closed sales, ScoutMLS®).
How long do homes in Cherokee Heights take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending September 20, 2026 took a median 72 days on market (5 sales, ScoutMLS®).
Who is the best real estate agent for Cherokee Heights?
The best agent for Cherokee Heights is one who actively works Waycross and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Cherokee Heights.
How do I find a top Waycross real estate agent who knows Cherokee Heights?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Cherokee Heights and the wider Waycross area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Cherokee Heights?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Cherokee Heights purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Cherokee Heights, and what county is it in?
Cherokee Heights is in Waycross, Ware County, GA, ZIP codes 31501, 31503.
Buying primarily on price per square foot rather than location prestige.Excellent fit
Willing to negotiate on price or terms given the slower absorption pace.Excellent fit
Looking for a straightforward home purchase without amenity fees attached.Excellent fit
Needing a quick close in a fast-moving, low-inventory market.Probably not
Expecting community amenities like a pool, clubhouse, or planned recreation.Probably not
Selling and needing top-of-market speed rather than a patient marketing period.Probably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsScoutMLS®, refreshed twice daily (last: October 17, 2026)
Community market statsScoutMLS® closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 20, 2026
Under-contract sharesScoutMLS® records, as of 2026-09-20
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2024 (13 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Georgia DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of ScoutMLS® records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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