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Decatur

Decatur

Located in Wise County

$372,344 Average Value
$198 Average Price per Sq Ft
52 Homes For Sale

Proud western city northwest of Fort Worth

While still staying true to its proud Western heritage, which can be seen in restored facades along the city square, Decatur is a small city located about 40 miles northwest of Fort Worth. The county seat of Wise County has a little under 7,000 people but has grown steadily in population since 1990. Home to the Wise County Courthouse, a pink granite structure built in 1896, Decatur Square has become the epicenter of the community. Featuring multiple restaurants and shops housed in historical buildings with restored facades, the square makes it feel like locals are walking through a Western movie. The city runs a highly-rated school district and six public parks. “I would say the city's people make it special,” says Heath Taylor, who was born and raised in Decatur and now works as the city’s Parks Superintendent. “The city is definitely growing, but you still have that small-town community feel. You can raise your family out of the craziness and busyness of the Dallas-Fort Worth area but still get there quickly.”

The historic courthouse stands tall and at the center of downtown in Decatur.
The historic courthouse stands tall and at the center of downtown in Decatur.
Open green spaces in Decatur surround the city on all sides.
Open green spaces in Decatur surround the city on all sides.
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Architectural styles ranging from multiple time periods in Decatur

A unique thing about the Decatur housing market is that architectural styles range across time frames from the city's inception in the 1850s. Most of the original home inventory is spread throughout the city, giving residents spacious yards. It features Victorian homes with colorful shingles, ranch homes and Craftsman homes that offer wide front porches. Newer home developments put homes closer together but feature more traditional brick houses or farmhouse-style properties. Prices range from $210,000 to $2 million, but the median home value is around $340,000.

Row of homes include traditional brick houses with built-in garages in Decatur, TX.
Row of homes include traditional brick houses with built-in garages in Decatur, TX.
Decatur offers rows of homes with varying architectural styles from craftsman to bungalows.
Decatur offers rows of homes with varying architectural styles from craftsman to bungalows.
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The Decatur Independent School District

Children will attend the Decatur Independent School District, which scores an A-minus on Niche. The district operates three elementary schools – Carson, Rann, and Young - an elementary school STEM Academy, a middle school, and a high school. One potential path would be Young Elementary, which scores an A-minus on Niche, the B-rated McCarroll Middle and Decatur High School. Decatur scores an A-minus on the site and offers the Career and Technology Education Program, which exposes students to classroom instruction and placement in technical work environments.

Young Elementary School has a well-rounded curriculum for young students in Decatur.
Young Elementary School has a well-rounded curriculum for young students in Decatur.
Decatur High School is a school of excellence for all student in Decatur, TX.
Decatur High School is a school of excellence for all student in Decatur, TX.
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Decatur Public Parks

Decatur residents have six public parks maintained by the city to remain active. A couple of favorites include Harmon Park, which features a massive playground but is home to two little league baseball fields and a small skate park. The largest greenspace is Hollis and Sue Jones Park, which offers basketball courts and more baseball fields but has a walking trail and disc golf course.

Melba Doyle Park is for everyone looking to relax with a relaxing game of disc golf.
Melba Doyle Park is for everyone looking to relax with a relaxing game of disc golf.
Harmon Park is the go-to playground in Decatur.
Harmon Park is the go-to playground in Decatur.
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The Decatur Square

Constructed in 1896 and made of pink granite, the Wise County Courthouse is at the center of Decatur Square. Surrounding the courthouse is a collection of boutique stores and restaurants housed in restored facades of historic buildings. Locals can walk from stores like Cowgirl Crap Boutique and Nooks ‘N Crannies or take the kids to the Hey Sugar Candy Shop. The area is also filled with local restaurants and watering holes. Sweetie Pie’s Ribeyes is a southwest-themed restaurant featuring stucco walls, wooden beams and leather chairs. Newcomers to the square, Trinity Street Coffee Bar, which brews its coffee but also has a vast whiskey selection, or The County Seat, a speakeasy-themed bar, have added a bit of nightlife to the square. “With some of the new restaurants and bars opening up on the square, the area has become a place to go for nightlife,” Taylor says. While the square has locally owned shops along U.S. Highway 287, residents can find national chains such as Walmart, Tractor Supply, and Lowes, which are surrounded by fast food chains like Whataburger.

Eighter from Decatur is the slang phrase that is synonymous with Decatur, TX.
Eighter from Decatur is the slang phrase that is synonymous with Decatur, TX.

Eighter Food Truck Challenge and Chisolm Trail Days

The Decatur Chamber of Commerce introduced the Eighter Food Truck Challenge in 2017, and it has quickly blossomed into one of the city’s signature events each May. Moving to the Wise County Fairgrounds for the eighth event this year, the event has become an all-day affair with live music, vendors and, of course, all the food from the registered food trucks. Another popular event is the Chisolm Trail Days, which celebrates Decatur’s western heritage with an annual rodeo.

The first airport in Texas and roadways into DFW

Decatur Municipal Airport was founded in 1915 and was the first airport in Texas. Today, it is a public-use general aviation airport specializing in aircraft maintenance, corporate use, flight training and education and recreational flying. United States Highway 287 runs through the heart of Decatur and connects to the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The city is about 40 miles from Fort Worth and 60 miles from Dallas. Decatur is home to the Medical City Decatur, an acute care, full-service hospital with 150 beds serving the community since 1974.

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Area Facts

Number of Homes
1,272
Number of Homes for Sale
52
Median Year Built
1995
Months of Supply
4.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,271
Above the national average
1,932
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,448
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Open Houses

  • Saturday, May 30
    Open Sat 12PM - 2PM

    185 Quail Run Ct, Decatur, TX 76234

    $725,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 3,550 Sq Ft
    • 185 Quail Run Ct
    • New 2 days ago

    OPEN HOUSE THIS SAT & SUN 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM. Nestled on over 3 scenic acres in Decatur, 185 Quail Run offers the luxury country lifestyle today’s North Texas buyers are searching for — peaceful mornings, breathtaking sunsets, wide open skies, and the freedom that comes with acreage living. This stunning colonial-style estate blends timeless architecture with the warmth and flexibility needed for

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    Rachel Robertson
    The Mosaic Agency, LLC
    (940) 242-3194
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  • Saturday, May 30
    Open Sat 11AM - 1PM

    303 Mesa Ridge, Decatur, TX 76234

    $330,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,176 Sq Ft
    • 303 Mesa Ridge
    • New 22 days ago

    303 Mesa Ridge, Decatur, TX 76234 Charming 4 bedroom, 2 bath manufactured home on a spacious 2.84 acre lot, built in 2022.This modern 2,176 sq ft home offers an inviting open concept layout perfect for comfortable living and entertaining. The large kitchen features a generous island and walk-in pantry, making meal prep a breeze.Two living areas provide flexible space one with a beautiful

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    Michael Moos
    Trinity Country Real Estate
    (940) 353-3441
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  • Saturday, Jun 6
    Open House 6/06

    150 Las Brisas Dr, Decatur, TX 76234

    $980,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 3,216 Sq Ft
    • 150 Las Brisas Dr

    Welcome to 150 Las Brisas Drive, where elegance meets comfort in the coveted Las Brisas Neighborhood. This stunning 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom sanctuary offers 3,216 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. As you step inside, you're greeted by an open concept living and kitchen area, where coffered ceilings create an expansive atmosphere perfect for both intimate gatherings and grand

    Janet Maccubbin CENTURY 21 Judge Fite Co.- Decatur

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Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
10
Median Rent
$1,695
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,800
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,750
Median Condo Rent
$1,535

Weather

Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
94°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat friendly

Bikeability®

30 / 100

Fairly friendly

Walkability®

40 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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