Atlanta metro, GA relocation guide
Moving to Decatur, GA
$309,900Median listing price
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About Decatur
Decatur is the county seat of DeKalb County, about 6 miles east of downtown Atlanta. Its 2020 U.S. census population was 24,938.
Home prices in Decatur
The median listing price in Decatur is $309,900.
Top places in Decatur
- Decatur Square and the historic Old Courthouse on the Square
- The square's restaurant, bar, and bookstore district
- Agnes Scott College's historic campus
- Columbia Theological Seminary
- The Decatur Cemetery and Winnona Park neighborhood
- Your DeKalb Farmers Market (Decatur address)
Commuting from Decatur
- Roughly 6 miles east of downtown Atlanta; typically 15–25 minutes by car via Ponce de Leon/US-278 or I-20. MARTA Blue/Green Line rail service at Decatur and East Lake stations.
Schools in Decatur
Public schools: City Schools of Decatur. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Decatur FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Decatur, GA?
The median listing price in Decatur is $309,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Decatur, GA?
Roughly 6 miles east of downtown Atlanta; typically 15–25 minutes by car via Ponce de Leon/US-278 or I-20. MARTA Blue/Green Line rail service at Decatur and East Lake stations. - Which school district serves Decatur, GA?
Decatur is served by City Schools of Decatur. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.