Townhomes for Sale in Southeast Decatur, Decatur

Mostly residential and tree-lined, Southeast Decatur features a mix of early-20th-century bungalows and newer single-family homes and is a short walk or drive from downtown Decatur. Residents have convenient access to local shops, restaurants, parks, and the Decatur MARTA station, and public schools are served by Decatur City Schools, which are highly regarded. Housing costs and overall cost of living are generally above the Atlanta metro average, and the area experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Safety can vary by block—consult local crime statistics or City of Decatur police reports for current, block-level information.

Southeast Decatur is generally more expensive than the broader Atlanta metro area, reflecting Decatur’s higher average housing costs and strong demand. Sales and rental prices for single-family homes and renovated bungalows in the area typically run above metro Atlanta medians, supported by good schools, walkability, and proximity to amenities. Exact costs vary by property and change with the market, so consult current listings or local real estate data for up-to-date prices.

Southeast Decatur has a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers (average July highs around 88–90°F / 31–32°C) and generally mild winters (average January lows near 33–36°F / 1–2°C). Precipitation is year‑round—about 48–50 inches annually—with frequent summer thunderstorms and the highest risk of tropical-storm impacts in late summer and fall. Measurable snow is infrequent and usually light, while spring can bring occasional severe storms with hail or isolated tornadoes.

Specific, up-to-date block-level crime rates for Southeast Decatur are not available here; consult the Decatur Police Department's online crime map or the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (Uniform Crime Reporting) for current statistics. The City of Decatur has historically recorded lower violent-crime rates than many parts of nearby Atlanta, while property crimes (theft, burglary, motor-vehicle theft) are the most common offenses. Active neighborhood associations and Decatur Police community-policing initiatives are in place, and safety can vary block-by-block, so review recent incident maps and local reports for a precise picture.