City of Decatur

A short drive East of Emory/Druid Hills is the charming City of Decatur. Decatur real estate is extremely popular due to its superior schools that every family wants to be a part of. In fact, City of Decatur schools rank in the top 5 of the state of Georgia! Because of the outstanding schools, the City of Decatur does have higher property taxes than other surrounding Atlanta neighborhoods. Residents of this city enjoy the small town feel while having all the attractions of a bigger city. The main road through the heart of Decatur features the Decatur Square, full of restaurants and shopping, with frequent live music performed in the courtyard and hosts a handful of festivals throughout the year. City of Decatur is packed full of young families but the several dozens of exceptional restaurants in the area attract young couples to make Downtown Decatur a date night destination. I can’t mention Decatur without mentioning the Dekalb Farmers Market. If you are a foodie, this is a place for you. You can find fresh produce, meat, breads, spices, flowers, and more. It’s usually packed but features unique items that are worth the trip. Commuting from Decatur to Downtown Atlanta destinations is relatively short (and MARTA also services Decatur) which is attractive to working professionals. Decatur real estate is a mixture of historical homes, bungalows, craftsman style, some fixer-uppers and new construction.