


City Guide
Decatur, GA
Overview
Home to 70,000 residents and just six miles from downtown Atlanta is the city of Decatur, GA. The city is famous for its trendy restaurants and pubs that attract foodies for some of the best culinary experiences in metro Atlanta. In addition, living in Decatur means you'll have access to incredible festivals each year, including the Decatur Beach Party, the BBQ, Blues and Bluegrass Festival, and the Oakhurst Porchfest. A fun fact about the city is its the setting for HBO's Watchmen and dozens of popular productions dating back to the movies Zombieland and Scream II.
What’s it like to live in Decatur, GA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Decatur, GA you'll find that the median sale price is
$585,000
and homes stay on the market for 76 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Decatur are $659,500
and $261,200
, respectively. Decatur area townhouses have a median sale price of $760,000
, making them more expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Decatur, GAExplore our Decatur housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Decatur home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Decatur rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Decatur rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Decatur, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Decatur
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
Oakhurst | $712,500 | 65 / 100 | 65 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Downtown Decatur | $452,500 | 58 / 100 | 90 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
East Lake | $515,690 | 40 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Lake Claire | $870,000 | 53 / 100 | 57 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Kirkwood | $699,900 | 57 / 100 | 56 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Decatur
See all homes for saleRental listings in Decatur
See how much rent you can affordSee all rental listingsDecatur Migration & Relocation Trends
In Jan '25 - Mar '25, 23% of Decatur homebuyers searched to move out of Decatur, while 77% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 2% of homebuyers searched to move into Decatur from outside metros.
- New York homebuyers searched to move into Decatur more than any other metro followed by Los Angeles and Washington.
Where are people moving to Decatur from?
- 77% of Decatur homebuyers searched to stay within the Decatur metropolitan area.
Where are people from Decatur moving to?
Number of People Moving to Decatur
least
most
People are moving to Decatur from
Inbound | Net inflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Jan '25 - Mar '25 | ||
1 | 2,016 | ||
2 | 1,379 | ||
3 | 727 | ||
4 | 627 | ||
5 | 476 | ||
6 | 437 | ||
7 | 348 | ||
8 | 339 | ||
9 | 329 | ||
10 | 184 |
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Decatur, GA ?
There are lots of places to visit in Decatur, GA, that will please anyone moving to the area. Dekalb History Center, Dalton Gallery, and Fernbank Science Center, Decatur has a total of 6 museums that you can explore. You'll find that there's a rich arts and culture scene, with many performing arts centers such as Porter Sanford III Performing Arts & Community Center and Onstage Atlanta. Parks are in Decatur, where you can find green spaces like Mason Mill Park, Medlock Park, and Oakhurst Park. Sprig Restaurant, Chat Patti Indian Vegetarian Restaurant, and Golden Buddha Chinese Restaurant are some of the numerous delicious restaurants to check out while in the city.
Explore some of the best things to do in Decatur
What's the best way to get around Decatur, GA ?
The best way to get around Decatur is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Decatur has a walk score of 60, meaning this area is somewhat walkable. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. Decatur has a transit score of 45, with a few nearby public transportation options. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 30030 and 30032. You can also get around Decatur by bike. With a bike score of 69, there is some amount of infrastructure for biking.
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
Some Transit
Transit Score®
Bikeable
Bike Score®
Decatur Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Decatur has 1 heavy rail station; Marta Kensington Station. This means you might be able to use heavy rail to commute or travel, depending on where you live and where you want to go.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 15 car rental locations.