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West End neighborhood above a major park
Fairlawn, situated within Decatur’s West End, puts locals within range of important city amenities while keeping some breathing room from the action. The neighborhood is within 2 miles of the central business district, and it sits adjacent to a major university and a popular city park. Everyday needs, like groceries, are met at the shopping centers along the area’s borders, and high school students can walk to class with MacArthur High School right inside the neighborhood. Commutes are made quick with Highway 36 to the south. Buyers can choose between compact one-story homes and multi-story options along hilly streets priced under $200,000.
Renovations coming to Fairview Park
No green spaces are inside Fairlawn, but a few do surround its borders. Oak Grove Park sits to the north, offering a shaded picnic pavilion, a small playground, a couple of sports courts and a ball field. To the south is Fairview Park, a significant feature of the area. Michael Sexton, Decatur local and real estate agent with Brinkoetter Realtors, says Fairview is one of the largest parks in town. “There are about eight to 10 tennis courts that are all in great condition, outdoor pavilions for small gatherings and a larger pavilion where the parks district holds concerts,” he says. “On the west side is the Stevens Creek bike trail, which passes through the Conservation District and stretches about 5 miles up to connect with the trails in Forsythe.” The park also features a rose garden, dog park, skate park, duck pond and playground. The playground is undergoing a massive renovation as of June 2024 and is expected to be finished by late August. One major improvement will be adding an inclusive, ADA-accessible swing area.
Fairview Park offers a variety of amenities and is located a short distance from Fairlawn.
A Fairlawn resident enjoys Fairview Park with his dog.
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Citi shopping and spicy crabs
Inside Fairlawn is Fairview Shopping Center, which has a Dollar General, Dollar Tree and Citi Trends, a discount retailer selling brand-name clothing. A few restaurants are also sprinkled between the stores. First Wok serves classic Chinese favorites, and Las Margaritas Mexican Restaurant is popular for its freshly made tacos and jumbo margaritas. To the north are Save A Lot and Walgreens, which cover everyday essentials. A star of the neighborhood is Cajun Crab & Sharks Fish & Chicken. Diners dig into flavorful (and sometimes spicy) seafood boils and chicken wing platters in a relaxed counter-serve space. For dessert, the eatery’s fridge is filled to the brim with individual slice cakes, pies, puddings and cheesecakes.
Anna Thai is a great dinning choice, located a short drive from Fairlawn.
A young couple enters University Dogs, a hot dog restaurant located near Fairlawn.
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Simple bungalows and hillside split levels
In Fairlawn, ranch-style and Craftsman-style homes sit beside a multitude of bungalows. Some come with Cape Cod-style dormer windows, but most are minimally styled and occasionally paired with a small porch. For the most part, buyers can find homes in the $40,000 to $95,000 range, with $50,000 to $60,000 being roughly the midpoint. Most streets are wide and lined with sidewalks, with driveways leading up to either detached or attached garages. To the west, streets begin to follow an incline. Two-story properties replace bungalows here, usually coming in the split-level style to accommodate the change in terrain. Prices rise with the roads, with homes costing between $125,000 and $175,000.
A clean red brick rancher is for sale in the Fairlawn area.
Split level homes are a common scene in Fairlawn.
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Walking to MacArthur High School
Students living in Fairlawn attend Franklin Grove Elementary School, followed by Stephen Decatur Middle School. Both schools earn a C-minus on Niche. Older students attend the C-rated MacArthur High School, which sits inside the neighborhood’s boundaries, making it a walkable option for many. The school features Dwayne O. Andreas Ag Academy, a program that prepares students for agribusiness, manufacturing and production careers. Fairlawn is diagonally adjacent to Millikin University, a private four-year institution with a B Niche rating. The school has a well-known performing arts program, as well as thriving business and nursing pathways.
Dennis Elementary School
Stephen Decatur Middle School offers courses in Reading and Math.
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Catching 36 to 72
Sexton says residents are primarily car-dependent, although public transportation can be found along East Route 48 and West Grand Avenue. Highway 36 creates the neighborhood’s southern border, connecting drivers to the rest of Decatur and Interstate 72, roughly 4-1/2 miles west. Highway 36 also intersects with East Route 48, the area’s eastern border and main north-south pathway. The closest airport is Decatur Airport, which is 7 miles east via 36.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Fairlawn
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fairlawn, Decatur sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Fairlawn, Decatur over the last 12 months is $75,354, down 20% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,162
Median Age
42
Population under 18
24.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$42,142
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$64,668
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.6%
College Graduates
23.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.8%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
3''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
30/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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