The Lamar Lofts
562 Cherry St,
Macon-Bibb, GA 31201
$1,250 - $1,685 | 1-2 Beds
Mercer University
Macon, GA
Mercer University - Macon, GA
Area Guide
In the heart of Georgia, you'll find the Bears
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As the oldest private university in Georgia, Mercer University was established in 1833. Mercer is a top-tier university, one of only four in the state. The university offers 12 colleges, with the Eugene W. Stetson School of Business and Economics and the Tift College of Education being its most popular. The Mercer Bears participate in NCAA Division I as part of the Southern Conference. Cheer on the Bears football team at Moye Complex, the basketball team and Hawkins Arena, and the baseball team at Claude Smith Field.
Mercer University is located in Macon, a mid-sized city roughly an hour south of Atlanta. Mercer is located close to I-75 for trips into the city. Macon, which is located in the heart of Georgia, is a terrific city, home to a variety of historic sites (like the Cannonball House, built in 1853) and popular festivals, such as the International Cherry Blossom Festival. Macon has a large, historic downtown shopping area filled with shops and restaurants.
Rent Trends
As of August 2025, the average apartment rent in Macon, GA is $923 for a studio, $1,001 for one bedroom, $1,138 for two bedrooms, and $1,240 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Macon has decreased by -0.1% in the past year.
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Studio
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456 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$923/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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777 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,001/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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1,108 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,138/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,261 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,240/month
Average Rent
Transportation
35
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
- Georgia Children's Museum
- Ocmulgee National Monument
- Museum of Arts and Sciences - Macon
- Waddell Barnes Botanical Gardens
Military Bases
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