Thanks for the responses, they are very helpful! While in college, I had a hybrid bike and really liked it so that may be an option. I've just always thought of possibly doing some sprint (and possibly longer distance) triathlons which is why I was leaning toward a road bike. I've also owned a fixie because it was fast and cheap and good for while I was in school but now that I've graduated it was a little impractical for a decent distance commute. I'm 6'2" by the way so I'm guessing sewhere 58-62 cm would be a good fit. Here are some bikes I've found that may be decent. I didn't even think of posting them here but seeing as that was suggested I'll give it a shot, let me know what you think.

Cannondale
2013 Specialized Secteur Road Bike XL
Aluminum Le Champion Motobecane 61cm
Cannondale R2000 Road Bike
****2009 Masi Gran Corsa Large 58cm Road Bike****
2014 Specialized Secteur