Decatur

Historic character, walkable streets, and vibrant community energy.
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Welcome to Decatur

Welcome to Decatur, Georgia — a charming and highly sought-after community just east of downtown Atlanta. Known for its historic homes, award-winning schools, and walkable town square, Decatur offers a unique blend of small-town atmosphere and urban accessibility. With tree-lined neighborhoods, a thriving dining scene, and easy MARTA access to Atlanta, Decatur real estate remains one of the most desirable markets for families, professionals, and creatives seeking culture and connection in the metro area.

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What to Love In Decatur

  • Walkable downtown square with restaurants, shops, and festivals.
  • Historic homes and charming tree-lined neighborhoods.
  • Highly regarded City Schools of Decatur.
  • Convenient MARTA access to downtown Atlanta.
  • Strong sense of community and local pride.

Local Lifestyle

Life in Decatur feels connected and community-driven. Residents gather at local farmers markets, outdoor concerts, and neighborhood events throughout the year. The area’s walkability, cultural diversity, and emphasis on local businesses create a vibrant yet welcoming atmosphere that balances suburban comfort with city energy.

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

Downtown Decatur is known for its nationally recognized restaurants, cozy cafés, craft breweries, and independent boutiques. Seasonal festivals, art events, and live music keep the square lively year-round. Residents enjoy a mix of refined dining and casual neighborhood favorites all within walking distance.

Things to Do

Outdoor recreation and cultural experiences go hand in hand in Decatur. Parks, playgrounds, and community green spaces provide everyday enjoyment, while proximity to Atlanta’s museums, sports venues, and entertainment districts adds even more options. Decatur offers a lifestyle rooted in tradition, creativity, and connection.

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Schools In The Area

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Wadsworth Magnet School for High Achievers 678-874-2402 public 4-8
Columbia High School 678-874-0802 public 9-12
Columbia Middle School 678-875-0502 public 6-8
Towers High School 678-874-2202 public 9-12
Rowland Elementary School 678-676-6202 public PK-5
Decatur High School 404-370-4420 public 9-12
Southwest Dekalb High School 678-874-1902 public 9-12
Dekalb Preparatory Academy Charter 404-492-5061 public KG-8
Flat Shoals Elementary School 678-874-4602 public PK-5
Cedar Grove Middle School 678-874-4202 public 6-8
Renfroe Middle School 404-370-4440 public 6-8
Ronald E. McNair Discovery Learning Academy 678-874-3402 public PK-5
Tallay Street Elementary School 404-377-1446 public 3-5
Fifth Avenue Elementary School 404-370-4460 public 3-5
Ronald E. McNair Middle School 678-874-5102 public 6-8
Museum School Avondale Estates 404-292-9760 public KG-8
Mary McLeod Bethune Middle School 678-875-0302 public 6-8
Kelley Lake Elementary School 678-874-4802 public PK-5
Miller Grove Middle School 678-676-8902 public 6-8
Columbia Elementary School 678-874-0702 public PK-5
Peachcrest Elementary School 678-874-1402 public PK-5
Snapfinger Elementary School 678-874-1802 public PK-5
Chapel Hill Middle School 678-676-8502 public 6-8
Druid Hills Middle School 678-874-7602 public 6-8
Toney Elementary School 678-874-2102 public PK-5
Canby Lane Elementary School 678-874-0602 public PK-5
The Anchor School 678-503-4880 public 6-12 Website
Threshold Community Program 404-308-8548 private 7-12 Website
Academe of the Oaks 404-405-2173 private 9-12 Website
Decatur Presbyterian Children's Community 404-378-1770 private PK-KG Website
Westchester Elementary School 404-370-4400 public KG-2 Website
Clairemont Elementary School 404-370-4450 public KG-2 Website
St Thomas More Catholic School 404-307-6680 private PK-8 Website
Cambridge Academy 404-241-1321 private KG-6 Website
Glennwood Elementary School 404-370-4435 public KG-2 Website
Peace Academy Charter School 470-722-0706 public KG-4 Website
Oakhurst Elementary School 404-370-4470 public KG-2 Website
Greenforest McCalep Christian Academy 404-486-5750 private PK-12 Website
Winnona Park Elementary School 404-370-4490 public KG-2 Website
The Hirsch Academy 404-378-9706 private KG-8 Website
The Waldorf School of Atlanta 404-377-1315 private KG-8 Website
St Peter Claver Regional Catholic School 404-241-3063 private PK-8 Website
Howard Scholars Academy 678-594-3941 private PK-12 Website
Rowland Elementary School 678-676-6202 public PK-5
Flat Shoals Elementary School 678-874-4602 public PK-5
Ronald E. McNair Discovery Learning Academy 678-874-3402 public PK-5
Kelley Lake Elementary School 678-874-4802 public PK-5
Columbia Elementary School 678-874-0702 public PK-5
Peachcrest Elementary School 678-874-1402 public PK-5
Snapfinger Elementary School 678-874-1802 public PK-5
Toney Elementary School 678-874-2102 public PK-5
Canby Lane Elementary School 678-874-0602 public PK-5
Decatur Presbyterian Children's Community 404-378-1770 private PK-KG Website
St Thomas More Catholic School 404-307-6680 private PK-8 Website
Greenforest McCalep Christian Academy 404-486-5750 private PK-12 Website
St Peter Claver Regional Catholic School 404-241-3063 private PK-8 Website
Howard Scholars Academy 678-594-3941 private PK-12 Website
Wadsworth Magnet School for High Achievers 678-874-2402 public 4-8
Rowland Elementary School 678-676-6202 public PK-5
Dekalb Preparatory Academy Charter 404-492-5061 public KG-8
Flat Shoals Elementary School 678-874-4602 public PK-5
Ronald E. McNair Discovery Learning Academy 678-874-3402 public PK-5
Tallay Street Elementary School 404-377-1446 public 3-5
Fifth Avenue Elementary School 404-370-4460 public 3-5
Museum School Avondale Estates 404-292-9760 public KG-8
Kelley Lake Elementary School 678-874-4802 public PK-5
Columbia Elementary School 678-874-0702 public PK-5
Peachcrest Elementary School 678-874-1402 public PK-5
Snapfinger Elementary School 678-874-1802 public PK-5
Toney Elementary School 678-874-2102 public PK-5
Canby Lane Elementary School 678-874-0602 public PK-5
Decatur Presbyterian Children's Community 404-378-1770 private PK-KG Website
Westchester Elementary School 404-370-4400 public KG-2 Website
Clairemont Elementary School 404-370-4450 public KG-2 Website
St Thomas More Catholic School 404-307-6680 private PK-8 Website
Cambridge Academy 404-241-1321 private KG-6 Website
Glennwood Elementary School 404-370-4435 public KG-2 Website
Peace Academy Charter School 470-722-0706 public KG-4 Website
Oakhurst Elementary School 404-370-4470 public KG-2 Website
Greenforest McCalep Christian Academy 404-486-5750 private PK-12 Website
Winnona Park Elementary School 404-370-4490 public KG-2 Website
The Hirsch Academy 404-378-9706 private KG-8 Website
The Waldorf School of Atlanta 404-377-1315 private KG-8 Website
St Peter Claver Regional Catholic School 404-241-3063 private PK-8 Website
Howard Scholars Academy 678-594-3941 private PK-12 Website
Wadsworth Magnet School for High Achievers 678-874-2402 public 4-8
Columbia Middle School 678-875-0502 public 6-8
Dekalb Preparatory Academy Charter 404-492-5061 public KG-8
Cedar Grove Middle School 678-874-4202 public 6-8
Renfroe Middle School 404-370-4440 public 6-8
Ronald E. McNair Middle School 678-874-5102 public 6-8
Museum School Avondale Estates 404-292-9760 public KG-8
Mary McLeod Bethune Middle School 678-875-0302 public 6-8
Miller Grove Middle School 678-676-8902 public 6-8
Chapel Hill Middle School 678-676-8502 public 6-8
Druid Hills Middle School 678-874-7602 public 6-8
The Anchor School 678-503-4880 public 6-12 Website
Threshold Community Program 404-308-8548 private 7-12 Website
St Thomas More Catholic School 404-307-6680 private PK-8 Website
Greenforest McCalep Christian Academy 404-486-5750 private PK-12 Website
The Hirsch Academy 404-378-9706 private KG-8 Website
The Waldorf School of Atlanta 404-377-1315 private KG-8 Website
St Peter Claver Regional Catholic School 404-241-3063 private PK-8 Website
Howard Scholars Academy 678-594-3941 private PK-12 Website
Columbia High School 678-874-0802 public 9-12
Towers High School 678-874-2202 public 9-12
Decatur High School 404-370-4420 public 9-12
Southwest Dekalb High School 678-874-1902 public 9-12
The Anchor School 678-503-4880 public 6-12 Website
Threshold Community Program 404-308-8548 private 7-12 Website
Academe of the Oaks 404-405-2173 private 9-12 Website
Greenforest McCalep Christian Academy 404-486-5750 private PK-12 Website
Howard Scholars Academy 678-594-3941 private PK-12 Website

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