Historic roots, independent spirit.
A courthouse square, bungalow-lined streets and its own school system, about six miles east of Downtown Atlanta, with a MARTA station right under the square.
- $765K
- Median sale price, single-family homes, ZIP 30030 (past 12 months)
- 1823
- Year Decatur was incorporated
- 1901
- Year City Schools of Decatur began
- 6 mi
- Distance from Downtown Atlanta
Last updated: November 2026 · Market data from FMLS, ZIP 30030, Nov 2025–Oct 2026
Is Decatur right for you?
Decatur tends to fit buyers who want historic homes, a walkable town square and strong community traditions, all inside a small independent city next to Atlanta.
Historic homes, leafy streets
Craftsman bungalows in the MAK Historic District and Oakhurst, plus mid-century ranches and newer homes, under a big tree canopy.
A downtown with MARTA under it
Walk to restaurants, shops, the library and festivals on the square, then take the Blue Line into Atlanta from Decatur station.
A city that loves a festival
The free Decatur Book Festival, the Decatur Arts Festival and Oakhurst Porchfest, where front porches become stages.
Where is Decatur?
Decatur is an independent city in DeKalb County, about six miles east of Downtown Atlanta. It sits just east of Atlanta neighborhoods like Lake Claire, Kirkwood and Druid Hills, with Avondale Estates on its eastern side.
Getting around
- The Decatur MARTA station sits right beneath the square, on the Blue Line toward Downtown or Avondale.
- East Lake and Avondale MARTA stations also serve parts of the city.
- Ponce de Leon Avenue and College Avenue connect Decatur to Atlanta and nearby communities.
See Decatur for yourself
Shannon shows you around Decatur: the historic square, the bungalow streets of Oakhurst and the small-city spirit that sets Decatur apart from its big neighbor.
Local favorites
- Brick Store Pub, a Decatur Square institution for craft beer and pub fare
- Leon’s Full Service, a restaurant and bar in a former service station
- Kimball House, oysters and cocktails in the 1891 train depot
- Eddie’s Attic, the listening room behind Decatur’s live music reputation
- Decatur Legacy Park, 77 acres of lawns, woods, a lake and historic buildings
- Glenlake Park, with a pool, tennis center, walking trail and dog park
- Oakhurst Village, a small village center surrounded by bungalow streets
- Decatur Book Festival, free author events downtown every fall since 2005
Decatur market update: November 2026
Over the past 12 months (Nov 2025–Oct 2026), 244 single-family homes sold in ZIP 30030 at a median sale price of $765,000 and a median of 8 days on the market, and 129 townhomes and condos sold at a median of $438,000 and 31 days. In October there were 65 single-family homes and 50 townhomes and condos for sale. ZIP 30030 also includes some homes outside the City of Decatur, so these numbers are a close, not exact, picture.
Single-family homes
- $765,000
- Median sale price
- 8
- Median days on market
- 65
- Active listings
Townhomes & condos
- $438,000
- Median sale price
- 31
- Median days on market
- 50
- Active listings
Source: FMLS InfoSparks, ZIP 30030, residential detached and attached, Nov 2025–Oct 2026. Updated monthly.
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Homes in Decatur
Decatur’s architecture shows when each part of the city grew. Near downtown, the MAK Historic District (McDonough Street, Adams Street and Kings Highway) has large historic homes and Craftsman bungalows. Oakhurst, an early streetcar suburb, is known for bungalows and front porches. You’ll also find mid-century ranches, brick traditionals, newer construction, and condos and townhomes close to the square. Over the past 12 months, single-family homes in ZIP 30030 sold at a median of $765,000, and townhomes and condos at $438,000, according to FMLS.
Three things buyers should know
- Check the city limits. A Decatur mailing address doesn’t always mean the City of Decatur, and that changes your taxes, city services and school district.
- Plan for older-home upkeep. Many homes near downtown and in Oakhurst are historic, so budget for a thorough inspection and a sewer scope.
- Be ready to move fast. Single-family homes here went under contract in a median of just 8 days last year.
Tips for buyers in Decatur
- Get fully pre-approved before you tour; single-family homes here sold in a median of 8 days last year.
- Confirm whether a home is inside the City of Decatur before you fall in love with it.
- Walk the square, Oakhurst Village and your street on a weekend and a weeknight.
- Ask about down payment help: Georgia Dream assists qualifying first-time buyers.
- Visit during the Decatur Book Festival or Oakhurst Porchfest to get a feel for the community.
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Shannon Williams, PhD
About 20 years in education before real estate, and I still work like a teacher: one clear step at a time, no question too basic. Nearly 300 Atlanta families helped. Whether you’re buying your first home, moving up, selling, relocating to Atlanta, or looking for an agent who welcomes LGBTQ+ clients, I’ll walk you through every step.