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Suburban comforts meet urban amenities in Decatur Heights
Decatur Heights is a diverse suburb within walking distance of downtown Decatur, local schools, a nature preserve and neighborhood churches. A wide range of shopping and dining with international flair is just around the corner — including the first-ever Waffle House, which is now a museum. The neighborhood itself goes back to 1901, when its first cottages built. Outside the pedestrian way of life, and proximity to downtown, a big draw here is the schools, as the neighborhood is zoned to one of the most popular districts: City Schools of Decatur.
Schedule a tour of the original Waffle House and museum in Avondale Estates.
Check out O'Sullivans in downtown Decatur for an Irish pub experience.
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Prices for different budgets in Decatur Heights
Tear-down and rebuild projects began in Decatur Heights during the 1990s, creating a diverse housing stock. Now, homebuyers find ranch styles, custom builds, Colonial Revivals and modern farmhouses mixed in with its earliest cottages. Most homes range from the $500,000s to $800,000s. However, they start as low as the $400,000s and easily rise to over $1 million, especially when they are closer to downtown Decatur. Decatur Heights also has a selection of townhouses from the $300,000s to $600,000s and condos in the $200,000s. Sidewalks are plentiful and lot sizes range from 5,000 square feet or less to nearly half an acre. While streetscapes differ in spaciousness, tall, billowy trees lining the roads are a common denominator.
Classic crafstman style homes with traditional front porches are popular in Decatur Heights.
Several high end homes can be found tucked away in Decatur Heights.
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Partially zoned to City Schools of Decatur
Homes in Decatur Heights are zoned to either Dekalb County Schools, rated B-minus on Niche, or City Schools of Decatur, which earns an A. A path through the Decatur route is Glenwood Elementary School, Beacon Hill Middle School and Decatur High School. Each one scores A-ratings. Glenwood Elementary's DEI department hosts Hannukah holiday parties and "culture nights." The school also keeps students engaged through read-a-thons. Emory University is within 3 miles of Decatur Heights, and the historically Black colleges, Spelman and Clark Atlanta University, are within 12 miles.
Decatur High School earns an A+ grade on Niche.
Beacon Hill Middle School serves students 6-8th grade.
Glennwood Elementary earns an A grade on Niche.
Emory University is one of the top local employers in the Decatur area.
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Miles of trails and a dog park near Decatur Heights
Glenn Creek Nature Preserve is practically in the backyard of homes in Decatur Heights’ southern section. The 2-acre forest offers natural trails winding around Glenn Creek. Glenlake Park is just over a mile west of the neighborhood, north of Decatur Cemetery. It offers a dog park, a public pool and a tennis center. South Peachtree Creek Trail is within 2 miles, and its trails connect locals to other major parks and preserves, including the Lullwater Preserve, Mason Mill Park and Medlock Park.
Locals resident take a walk through Glenlake Park.
Enjoy the scenic walking path in Glenn Creek Nature Preserve in Atlanta.
Emory's Lullwater Preserve near Briarcliff Heights is a popular place to bike or stroll.
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International variety at Dekalb Farmers Market
Diverse shopping and dining options are within 3 miles. Walmart Supercenter, Whole Foods, Kroger and the Dekalb Farmers Market create grocery options. The market sources products from over 200 countries, and St George says many of its employees speak multiple languages. Patel Brothers sells groceries specific to Indian cuisine, and Zyka: The Taste is a popular Indian restaurant just next door. Southern Sweets Bakery is a go-to for dessert. "It supplies a lot of the restaurants in town with cakes, and they are like 12 inches high," St George says. Downtown Decatur has over 40 restaurants alone, including Taqueria del Sol, which is so popular its line goes out to the street. Avondale Estates, a city just south, has even more options, including popular breweries. HomeGoods, Ross Dress for Less and other retail chains are just north.
Taqueria Del Sol is a popular restaurant frequented by Clairmont Heights locals in Decatur.
Customers browse produce from around the world at Your DeKalb Farmers Market in Scottdale.
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Live music at Eddie's Attic in downtown Decatur
The Decatur Heights neighborhood association brings residents together at potlucks. Church at Decatur Heights also serves a free lunch after services on Sundays. Decatur Square – a centerpiece of the downtown area – is just a walk away when they want to catch live music at Eddie’s Attic. The venue has been a staple of the community since the 1990s. The Decatur Arts Festival happens annually in the spring. The three-day event is kicked off by an evening ArtWalk, where festivalgoers tour participating businesses that open their space for art exhibitions. The square also hosts Christmas events, including visits with Santa and marshmallow roasts.
Decatur Square in downtown Decatur, is a popular gathering spot.
Eddie's Attic is an iconic music venue in downtown Decatur.
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Locals can walk to the bus or Marta station
Bus stops dot major roads crossing through the neighborhoods. The Avondale Marta station is just over a mile south, and Atlanta Peachtree Station, an Amtrak station, is roughly 8 miles west. State Route 78 is easily accessible from the neighborhood and flows east toward Interstate 285, a connecting route to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in 25 miles. Convenient care can be found just north at Emory Decatur Hospital or Emory University Hospital, 3 miles away.
Decatur Heights is home to the Avondale MARTA station for buses and trains.
Decatur Heights is a family-friendly suburb popular amoung Atlanta commuters.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Decatur Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Decatur Heights, North Decatur sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Decatur Heights, North Decatur over the last 12 months is $585,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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This Decatur classic tells a story, and it's ready for its next chapter! Built in 1932 and cared for with intention, this home blends timeless character with practical, everyday livability. Inside, sunlight fills the front living room, while the rear opens into a dramatic great room with vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and a wall of windows overlooking the backyard. At the center, the kitchen
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Our homes are ready now. Qualifications include: App. fee of $68.50 per adult 18+. Gross income of 2.5-3x the monthly rent. All credit considered, but if your credit score is below 600, an additional deposit will be required or applicant can apply for insurance to assist with the deposit. No evictions or eviction filings in the past 3 years. For an emotional support animal, a verifiable ESA
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