Decatur, GA Community Guide | Harry Norman
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Decatur, Georgia


Community Guide

 

 

 

In A Nutshell

Decatur, GA, is a small town that lives large. The mantra, "It's greater in Decatur" is pretty much what this progressive little town’s nearly 25,000 residents believe. Long known for its "homes, schools and places of worship," Decatur attracts active and educated residents who like the friendly, small-town feeling. It's also very proud of Emory University, located in an unincorporated part of Dekalb County just beyond its border.

Walking, Biking, or Driving

It's a small town with a person vibe, but this is not the backwoods. You will definitely want a car, even though you can pedal around town on your bike, stroll the downtown area on foot, or meet neighbors over the fence in your own back yard. You can also ride one of the three MARTA rail lines to destinations in greater Atlanta, but to get to the country and feel the sun on your face and the wind at your back, you'll want to experience the open road.

The Scene

In Decatur, the people and the government are united in a mutual admiration society, with "Decatur 101" classes designed to orient and welcome newcomers to the community. Coming home to Decatur definitely means "taking part" in its life. It also means enjoying "Terrific Tuesday" for shopping downtown or visiting not one, but two, local indoor malls; it is community concerts, a July 4 celebration and an annual December Tour of Homes. This is a bedroom community at its best, just the way its residents like it.

The Backstory

Decatur was selected as the endpoint of the railroad in its early days, but the citizenry rejected the idea due to concerns over noise, pollution and growth. The line was relocated to a nearby community a bit further west, contributing to the growth of Atlanta.


 

View All Homes for Sale in Decatur, GA

 

Snapshot

115
New Listings in the last 14 days
207
Properties Pending Sale
44
Recently Sold Properties in the last 14 days

Currently for Sale

646
Currently for Sale
65
Average Days on Market
11/29/2023
Newest Listing

Recently Sold

478
Total Sold in the last 3 Months
48
Average Days to Sell
11/29/2023
Last Sale

Neighborhood Summary For Sale

$339,949

Median List Price For Sale Properties
  • Beds
  • Baths
  • Sq. Ft.
  • Price
  • $/Sq.Ft
  • Average
  • Beds3.31
  • Baths2.73
  • Sq. Ft.1758.47
  • Price$416,318
  • $/Sq.Ft.$224
  • Low
  • Beds1
  • Baths1
  • Sq. Ft.0
  • Price$77,000
  • $/Sq.Ft.$38
  • High
  • Beds7
  • Baths6
  • Sq. Ft.10102
  • Price$2,799,000
  • $/Sq.Ft.$654
  • Median
  • Beds3
  • Baths3
  • Sq. Ft.1635
  • Price$339,949
  • $/Sq.Ft.$201

Neighborhood Summary Pending

$309,500

Median List Price Pending Properties
  • Beds
  • Baths
  • Sq. Ft.
  • Price
  • $/Sq.Ft
  • Average
  • Beds3.21
  • Baths2.72
  • Sq. Ft.1755.68
  • Price$419,341
  • $/Sq.Ft.$218
  • Low
  • Beds0
  • Baths0
  • Sq. Ft.0
  • Price$25,000
  • $/Sq.Ft.$14
  • High
  • Beds7
  • Baths7
  • Sq. Ft.8556
  • Price$3,445,000
  • $/Sq.Ft.$615
  • Median
  • Beds3
  • Baths3
  • Sq. Ft.1611
  • Price$309,500
  • $/Sq.Ft.$199

Neighborhood Summary Sold

$315,000

Median Sold Properties Price
  • Beds
  • Baths
  • Sq. Ft.
  • Price
  • $/Sq.Ft
  • Average
  • Beds3.24
  • Baths2.55
  • Sq. Ft.1696.9
  • Price$376,895
  • $/Sq.Ft.$216
  • Low
  • Beds1
  • Baths1
  • Sq. Ft.0
  • Price$48,000
  • $/Sq.Ft.$35
  • High
  • Beds7
  • Baths6
  • Sq. Ft.6478
  • Price$1,706,000
  • $/Sq.Ft.$603
  • Median
  • Beds3
  • Baths2
  • Sq. Ft.1580
  • Price$315,000
  • $/Sq.Ft.$198

Average List/Sell Price

List Price $416K
Sell Price$376K

Median List/Sell Price

List Price $339K
Sell Price$315K

Average List/Sold $SQFT

List $/Sq.Ft$224
$/Sq.Ft$216

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Market Summary Report

Here's what's happening in 30032
$377,733
Median Sales Price
65
Properties Sold
147
New On Market
Properties for Sale
207
207
  • 75
  • 150
  • 225
  • 300
  • 375
Avg. Days on Site
65
65
  • 50
  • 100
  • 150
  • 200
  • 250
For sale by price
Days on Market
Properties For Sale
30032 Demographics
  • Median Age
    38
  • Population Density
    3458
  • College Education
    32%
  • Median Income*
    $42,404
  • Total Home Owners*
    8,272
  • Renters*
    8,930
  • Owner / Renter*
    48% / 52%
  • Average Household Size*
    2.6
  • Total Population
    47,267
*Values are estimates based on community data provided by LiveBy, Inc.
Schools Near Here
Elementary Schools
    • Public
    • Columbia Elementary School
    • Grades: PK-05, Enrollment: 528
    • 0
    • Public
    • DeKalb Preparatory Academy Charter
    • Grades: KG-08, Enrollment: 542
    • 1
    • Public
    • Kelley Lake Elementary School
    • Grades: PK-05, Enrollment: 355
    • 0
    • Public
    • Kilombo Academic & Cult. Inst.
    • Grades: KG-08, Enrollment: 48
    • 0
    • Public
    • Peachcrest Elementary School
    • Grades: PK-05, Enrollment: 849
    • 0
    • Public
    • Ronald E McNair Discover Learning Academy Elementary School
    • Grades: PK-05, Enrollment: 655
    • 0
    • Public
    • Snapfinger Elementary School
    • Grades: PK-05, Enrollment: 602
    • 0
    • Public
    • Toney Elementary School
    • Grades: PK-05, Enrollment: 303
    • 0
    • Public
    • Wadsworth Magnet School for High Achievers
    • Grades: 04-06, Enrollment: 146
    • 5
Middle Schools
    • Public
    • DeKalb Preparatory Academy Charter
    • Grades: KG-08, Enrollment: 542
    • 1
    • Public
    • Kilombo Academic & Cult. Inst.
    • Grades: KG-08, Enrollment: 48
    • 0
    • Public
    • McNair Middle School
    • Grades: 06-08, Enrollment: 770
    • 0
    • Public
    • Wadsworth Magnet School for High Achievers
    • Grades: 04-06, Enrollment: 146
    • 5
High Schools
    • Public
    • Columbia High School
    • Grades: 09-12, Enrollment: 855
    • 0
    • Public
    • Towers High School
    • Grades: 09-12, Enrollment: 737
    • 1
School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc.

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