Hey Pete, I live in Macon and visit ATL quite often. The Highlands/Little 5 Points is a great area. Like someone else said, MARTA is a good source for transportation to and from the Airport area. I personally dont favor the southside. Just listen to a Ludacris song and he'll explain it. Southside does have some nice areas but if you want a cool sense of community and a more youthful culture, check out the eastside. Lotta fun over there. I will be moving to ATL in a few years and thats where my wife and I will locate ourselves. Good luck on house hunting.