At the very south of Decatur lies Devonshire, a tiny neighborhood tucked into the edge of the city. The community's connection to the rest of the city mainly rests on a single road leading north to retail, restaurants and a bridge crossing Lake Decatur. Buyers are drawn to the area’s tranquility and space, making up for the longer commute. Neighbors wave to one another from a friendly distance, as the area’s well-maintained homes from the mid-20th century sit on half-acre lots. Residents live beside multiple green spaces, with some homes on the western side overlooking a public golf course. While the area is split between two school districts due to its location, some students are under 1 mile from their assigned elementary school, making for a quick drive to and from school.
Devonshire is located towards the southern tip of Decatur.
Large lots provide privacy for Devonshire residents.
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Retail right before the bridge
A small neighborhood over 3 miles from the city center, Devonshire sits at the end of a long stretch of purely residential areas. While most shopping and dining options are located across Lake Decatur, there are some spots a bit closer to home. "Before you cross the bridge, there are plenty of places to eat and shop at," says Samantha Karch, South Decatur local and secretary to South Shore Elementary's principal. "There's a shopping center right before that has fast food drive-throughs, a Circle K and a Kroger. Plus, The Wharf is one of our favorites." The Wharf is locally known for its casual fare served in a relaxed, nautically themed interior and patio. Three miles east, Karch says Friendly Bar & Grill and The Crowbar are two other neighborhood favorites. Friendly Bar & Grill is the spot for a morning meal or a beer after work, while The Crowbar stays packed most nights with live music lovers hungry for barbeque.
The South Towne Plaza is a convenient shopping and dining spot near Devonshire.
Kroger provides Devonshire residents with fresh and frozen goods.
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Split between Decatur and Meridian Community school districts
Because the neighborhood is on Decatur's outskirts, students are split between two school districts: Decatur Public Schools and Meridian Community Unit School District 15. Students in the Decatur District attend South Shores Elementary School, roughly half a mile to the north. Kristi Mullinix, principal at South Shores, says that the school is a very tight-knit community. "We're not a huge school," she says. "We have about 300 students, and I'm pretty confident that I know all 300 names." Mullinix says there's always something going on at the school, from annual gatherings like the back-to-school cookout to monthly events put on in partnership with nearby churches. Students next head to Stephen Decatur Middle School. Both South Shores Elementary and Stephen Decatur Middle earn a C-minus rating on Niche. Students may then attend Eisenhower High School, which has a specialized agricultural education academy and a C-plus on Niche. Students in the Meridian District attend Meridian Elementary School in Blue Mound, about 14 miles southwest and Meridian Middle School in Macon, just under 9 miles south. Both schools earn a B-minus Niche grade. Meridian Middle shares its building with the B-rated Meridian High School B, which Niche rates the third best public high school in Macon County.
South Shores Elementary School is an excellent school for all types of students.
Eisenhower High School scored a C+ Niche rating.
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Weekend tournaments on the ball fields
While no green spaces are inside Devonshire, many are within 2 miles. Rotary Park acts as a primary sports center for the area. Throughout the week, rec leagues play on the park's five lighted baseball fields and four volleyball pits. The park also has a playground and a concession for weekend tournaments. Beside the park roll the undulating fairways of Red Tail Run Golf Club. This public course caters to all skill levels and offers golf academy programming in addition to regular tee times. Northeast of the neighborhood is South Shores Park, situated next to South Shores Elementary School. It is a popular play area during school hours and after. Mullinix says, "The school district actually funded the park's recent renovations. They've just finished up a $100,000 playground that's much safer and more accessible."
PARK offers excellent baseball amenities in Decatur.
South Shores Park is a stunning green space residents thoroughly appreciate.
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Yards that stretch and stretch
A community primarily built in the 1960s, Devonshire architecture is indicative of the time: split-levels and ranch-style homes are dominant with bungalows scattered throughout. Being farther away from the city center means lots grow larger, with most homes having half an acre. Depending on where homes are in the neighborhood, space between neighbors might diminish, but front and back yards still sprawl out from properties. Lawns are kept trim, featuring very few flourishes other than an occasional chain link fence or towering tree. Driveways lead down to wide streets that remain unbuffered by curbs or sidewalks. Across the board, properties cost between $100,000 and $200,000, with the median price around $145,000. Sometimes prices dip below $100,000, somewhere in the $70,000 to $95,000 range.
Devonshire residents meticulously maintain their landscaping.
Devonshire contains mostly smaller, one-story homes on large lots.
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Driving north on South Franklin
Devonshire residents are very car-dependent due to the neighborhood's distance from the city center. The closest bus stop is under half a mile from the area, but most people drive. South Franklin Street Road, which connects to a bridge that passes over Lake Decatur, is the primary north-south road leading back toward the city. Another option is South Business Route 51, which is about 1 mile to the west. Via either avenue, commuters can be downtown within 4 miles or roughly 10 minutes. For flights out of town, locals travel 7 miles to the Decatur Airport.
Residents of Devonshire can head to downtown Decatur for an evening out.
Downtown Decatur offers Devonshire residents numerous shopping and dining options.
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Parks in this Area
Rotary Park
South Shores Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Devonshire
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Devonshire, Decatur sell after 4 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Devonshire, Decatur over the last 12 months is $128,285, down 17% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$118,000
Median Single Family Price
$118,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$85
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median List Price
$135,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-28%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
54
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
235
Median Age
52
Population under 18
19.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
31.9%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$73,332
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$82,794
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.6%
College Graduates
23.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.8%
% Population in Labor Force
56.1%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
3''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
27/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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