Homes for Sale $300K–$500K in Macon GA

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Searching Macon GA homes for sale is partly about numbers. Price matters. Square footage matters. Bedrooms matter. But once buyers begin looking closely, the differences between homes within the same price range can become much more interesting than the numbers alone.

For buyers exploring homes between $300,000 and $500,000, the current market can present very different interpretations of what that budget can buy.

One home offers four bedrooms and a main-level primary suite in Wellington. Another offers one-level living in North Macon’s Covington Square. A third stretches beyond 3,300 square feet in the gated River North community.

Together, they illustrate something worth remembering: a price range defines a budget. It does not define a lifestyle.

At 155 North Wellington, Macon, GA 31210, buyers will find a home that combines substantial interior living space with a relatively compact outdoor footprint.

Listed at $394,000, the residence offers approximately 2,597 square feet, four bedrooms, two full bathrooms and one half bathroom. Built in 1998, it sits on approximately 0.16 acres in the Wellington subdivision.

One of the most useful elements of the floor plan is the main-level primary bedroom. The first floor also brings together the kitchen, breakfast area, dining room, great room, living area and laundry, while the additional bedrooms are upstairs.

Hardwood flooring adds warmth to the interior, and a fireplace anchors the family room.

Outside, a fenced private yard, courtyard and patio create spaces for enjoying the property without the maintenance demands of an expansive lot. A two-car garage adds another practical element to the home.

At 104 Covington Place, Macon, GA 31210, the emphasis shifts from additional bedrooms to accessibility, generous rooms and easier day-to-day living.

Listed at $392,000, this freestanding brick residence offers approximately 1,961 square feet with two bedrooms, two full bathrooms and one half bathroom.

And it is all on one level.

Built in 1987, the home includes a family room, living room, dining room and kitchen. Both bedrooms are located on the main level. A fireplace, attached two-car garage, patio and porch add to the home’s everyday functionality.

There is space outside for grilling and gardening, while a completely floored attic adds useful storage. The home also has a generator.

The association includes exterior maintenance and repairs, roof, water and lawn maintenance according to the current listing information. Buyers should verify current association fees, services, restrictions and responsibilities as part of their due diligence.

The third property changes the equation again.

Located at 279 River North Boulevard, Macon, GA 31211, this 2023 home is listed at $475,000 and offers approximately 3,304 square feet.

The home includes four bedrooms and three full bathrooms on approximately 0.55 acres.

Its first-floor layout includes the kitchen, dining room, great room, laundry and primary bedroom. Three additional bedrooms are upstairs along with a game room, giving the second floor another flexible living area.

A fireplace anchors the great room. Outside, the property includes a private yard, rear porch and patio.

River North is a gated community with amenities that include golf, swimming and tennis. The listing also describes access to pickleball.

One geographic detail is important for buyers to understand: although the property’s mailing address is Macon, GA 31211, the MLS identifies the home as being located in Jones County.

Put these properties side by side and they reveal some of the variety buyers can encounter when searching Macon GA homes for sale.

At 155 North Wellington, buyers get four bedrooms, approximately 2,597 square feet, a main-level primary bedroom and private outdoor space on a compact lot.

At 104 Covington Place, the emphasis shifts toward one-level living, generous rooms, a generator and an association-maintained setting in North Macon.

At 279 River North Boulevard, the budget reaches more than 3,300 square feet, four bedrooms, newer construction and a gated community environment in Jones County.

There is no single definition of what a home between $300,000 and $500,000 in the Macon area should look like. Some buyers prioritize square footage. Others want one-level living, a particular location, outdoor space, a newer home or neighborhood amenities.

The better search begins with the way you want to live.

Joanna “JoJo” Jones helps buyers navigate Macon and Middle Georgia real estate with local knowledge, market experience and a personal understanding of what makes different homes and neighborhoods distinct. Whether you’re moving across town, relocating to Middle Georgia or beginning your search for Macon GA homes for sale, start the conversation with JoJo.

Property Information: Prices, availability, property details, association information and other listing information can change. Information presented here is based on current listing information available at the time of publication and is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. Buyers should verify information important to their purchase and consult the appropriate real estate, lending, inspection, legal, insurance or other professionals as applicable.