Last Modified: March 28, 2026

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Tattnall Square Neighborhood Guide

Where Campus Meets The Neighborhood

🧭Generally defined as the area: Bounded by College Street to the north, Forsyth Road to the south, Hemlock Street to the west, and Pierce Avenue to the east, wrapping around Mercer University's campus

📌Well known for: Mercer University dominating every block and conversation

👕You can spot a Tattnall Square local by: their NPR tote bag and opinions about zoning laws

👍Locals live here because: the park makes the whole neighborhood feel alive

👎Don't say we didn't warn you about: Mercer events spilling into the neighborhood

The vibe around Tattnall Square is: College town without the chaos

Pros & Cons of Tattnall Square

Tattnall Square strengths (top 5)

WalkableGreen SpaceMuseums & LibrariesCultural DiversityBike Friendly

Tattnall Square tradeoffs (top 3)

NightlifeAffordable HousingBreweries
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Tattnall Square Neighborhood DNA

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Some of the Tattnall Square hotspots include: Mercer University campus, Mercer Village shops, Tattnall Square Park, and First Baptist Church of Macon.
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Moving to Tattnall Square - Make Sense Of Your Next Move

Whether you're new to Macon or deciding which part of the city fits you best, Snappy Scout cuts through the noise and shows you what living here is really like. If you're still finding your way, start with our Moving to Macon guide for the big-picture view — or compare Tattnall Square against other parts of the city in our Macon neighborhood guide.