When this house was built the lot was larger and was later subdivided to provide room for two additional houses located at the left of this property. Elements of the Italianate style include the double eave brackets, arched windows and side porches with arched supports. The fine front entry includes an arched transom below a balustrade on the second-floor balcony.
261 College Street is stop 17 A on the Lights on Macon tour.