Decatur, Georgia
Population: 17,336
Located in DeKalb County
There are several Decatur’s scattered throughout the United States of America, named after Naval hero Stephen Decatur. The Decatur here in Georgia offers a rich blend of small-town charm and modern opportunity. Founded in 1823, Decatur is the second oldest municipality in the Atlanta metropolitan area and the seat of DeKalb County. Decatur is marked by tree-lined streets and well-maintained homes in wonderful neighborhoods. This community is 18,000 people strong, and continually growing. The city's Town Square is the center for community activity, shopping and dining and has more than 40 restaurants, galleries, boutiques and shops. It also hosts annual concerts, festivals and parades. Distinctive shops and exceptional restaurants can be found at the West Ponce Place Shopping Center. Local points of interest include the Decatur Railroad Depot, Historic Sycamore Street and The Old Courthouse. The M.A.K. Local Historic District is named for three streets included in Decatur’s first locally designated historic district. The neighborhood is Decatur’s first residential subdivision. The neighborhood provides an excellent example of Craftsman Style homes that were popular during the first 30 years of the 1900’s. Decatur’s highly extensive selection of single-family detached homes start at under $100,000. Larger, newer homes in Oakhurst — with multiple fireplaces and spacious lots — are priced in the $300,000’s. Custom estate homes on large wooded lots of considerable acreage are available starting at $500,000 and run up to $2 million. Condominiums and townhouses range from well below $100,000 to the mid-$400,000’s. DeKalb County is home to some of the Southeast’s greatest attractions including Stone Mountain Park, a themed attraction developed around the largest exposed piece of granite in the world. The park’s 3,200 acres are a perfect family outing. Decatur is known as a force to be reckoned with when it comes to education, and this has occurred because the parents were willing to make education a high priority. Decatur continues to have one of the highest percentages of certified employees with advanced degrees in the state. DeKalb County is home to Emory University, Oglethorpe University and other institutes of higher learning. The Old Courthouse on the Square in downtown Decatur stands where two Indian trails once crossed. Today, the courthouse square is a community-gathering place for a full year of free events including Concerts on the Square, the Oakhurst Arts and Music Festival, the Decatur Beer Festival, an Easter Egg Hunt and the Decatur Beach Party -- complete with 60 tons of sand, a 6-foot pink flamingo and live music. For affordability, beauty, education, and commerce, Decatur is the number one choice in Georgia. Come and see why 18,000 people call this place home!
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