Atlanta metro, GA relocation guide
Moving to North Decatur, GA
$529,900Median listing price
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About North Decatur
North Decatur is an unincorporated census-designated place (CDP) in DeKalb County, just north of the city of Decatur. Its 2020 U.S. census population was 18,511.
Home prices in North Decatur
The median listing price in North Decatur is $529,900.
Top places in North Decatur
- Mason Mill Park and the South Peachtree Creek trail
- The North Decatur Road commercial corridor
- Mercer University's Atlanta campus (nearby)
- Nearby: Emory University and the CDC
- Nearby: downtown Decatur's square
Commuting from North Decatur
- Roughly 8 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta; typically 20–30 minutes by car via North Decatur Road or I-85. No MARTA rail station inside the CDP; the Decatur and Brookhaven/Oglethorpe stations are nearby, and MARTA bus routes serve the corridors.
Schools in North Decatur
Public schools: DeKalb County School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
North Decatur FAQs
- What is the housing market like in North Decatur, GA?
The median listing price in North Decatur is $529,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from North Decatur, GA?
Roughly 8 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta; typically 20–30 minutes by car via North Decatur Road or I-85. No MARTA rail station inside the CDP; the Decatur and Brookhaven/Oglethorpe stations are nearby, and MARTA bus routes serve the corridors. - Which school district serves North Decatur, GA?
North Decatur is served by DeKalb County School District. 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.