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5560 Riverside Dr,
Macon, GA 31210
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Macon-Bibb
Macon-Bibb, GA
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Music and history run deep in this Southern college town
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Dubbed “the Heart of Georgia” due to its central location and Southern hospitality, Macon is approximately 90 minutes south of Atlanta. Recognized for its renowned musical history, Macon is the location where many artists like the Allman Brothers Band and Jason Aldean got their big break. After all, Macon is the city “where soul lives.”
Just like its passion for music, Macon believes in top-notch education. This city is home to a number of college campuses, including Mercer University and Middle Georgia State University. This family-friendly city boasts excellent public schools as well. Residents and visitors alike adore Downtown Macon for its small businesses and historic sites including restaurants, services, and specialty shops like Parish on Cherry, serving up the best gumbo in the city.
The Big House is a major attraction that celebrates the musical career of the Allman Brothers Band, while the Hay House and Cannonball House represent the city’s architectural history. Locals enjoy catching a live music at the Hargray Capitol Theatre or a performance at the Grand Opera House. For more shopping opportunities, check out the Shoppes at River Crossing and Macon Mall. Amerson City Park offers ideal riverfront hiking trails, while Central City Park is host to numerous community events like the annual Cherry Blossom Festival!
Explore the City
Amerson River Park is one of Macon's most beautiful parks with walking paths and scenic views.
Downtown Macon, the city's heart, is a vibrant mix of historic charm & modern energy.
Macon is home to five colleges and universities.
Rent Trends
As of July 2025, the average apartment rent in Macon-Bibb, GA is $923 for a studio, $999 for one bedroom, $1,139 for two bedrooms, and $1,239 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Macon-Bibb has decreased by -0.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$999/month
777 Sq Ft
House
$1,387/month
1,109 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,297/month
1,032 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Macon-Bibb, GA is 13.9% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Macon-Bibb is 32.2% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $923 - $1,239. You can expect to pay 3.1% less for groceries, 20.1% less for utilities, and 14.1% less for transportation.
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Transportation
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Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
31
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Waddell Barnes Botanical Gardens
- Georgia Children's Museum
- Museum of Arts and Sciences - Macon
- Ocmulgee National Monument
Military Bases
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2025.