Living in Decatur Square

About Decatur Square

The City of Decatur is not a neighborhood — it's a complete, independent municipality of 22,000 people with its own City Commission, its own highly regarded school system, and a town square that has become one of metro Atlanta's most cherished public spaces. Decatur's school district (City Schools of Decatur) is entirely independent from DeKalb County schools and consistently ranks among the top urban school systems in Georgia, making Decatur a destination for families who want walkable urban living with public school quality that rivals expensive private alternatives. The Decatur Square itself is the social engine of the community: surrounded by acclaimed independent restaurants, boutique shops, a thriving farmers market, and anchored by the DeKalb County Courthouse, it hosts events year-round including the beloved Decatur Beer Festival and the AJC Decatur Book Festival. MARTA rail at Decatur and Avondale stations provides direct access to downtown Atlanta, Midtown, and the airport without a car. Agnes Scott College adds academic energy and cultural programming. The Beacon Hill neighborhood and other residential streets off the square feature Craftsman bungalows and mid-century homes that represent some of metro Atlanta's best residential architecture at surprisingly accessible prices. Decatur's walkability, community character, and independent identity make it genuinely irreplaceable.

Why Buy in Decatur Square?

• City Schools of Decatur — an independent, top-ranked school district separate from DeKalb
• Decatur Square hosts year-round community events including Beer Festival and Book Festival
• MARTA Decatur station provides direct access to downtown, Midtown, and Hartsfield-Jackson
• Agnes Scott College adds cultural programming and academic energy to the community

Nearby Amenities

• Decatur Square
• DeKalb Farmers Market
• Agnes Scott College
• MARTA Decatur Station

Who Lives Here?