Decatur, Druid Hills and Oak Grove Homes

Decatur, Druid Hills and Oak Grove are located on the Northeast side of Atlanta, east of I-85, convenient to Emory University and the Atlanta CDC.

There’s always something to do in Decatur. An easy place to be eco-friendly and green. Downtown Decatur has over 200 shops and restaurants. Walking is celebrated! Festivals are held throughout the year.

Winding along Druid Hills Golf Club, Historic Druid Hills has carefully preserved their rich heritage of lovely architecture and lush green space.

The Oak Grove area of Decatur boasts some of Atlanta’s best schools. Oak Grove Elementary and Lakeside High School consistently score at the top of Atlanta Public Schools.

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Explore Decatur, Druid Hills, Oakhurst and Oak Grove Neighborhoods

Briarcliff Woods – Located along Briarcliff Road between Clairmont Road and Oak Grove Road. Homes are large, brick ranch or traditional 2-story homes primarily built in the 1960s on big lots surrounded by mature trees. View homes for sale in Briarcliff Woods.
Chelsea Heights – An established neighborhood of diverse homes with easy access to Emory University and the CDC. The quiet neighborhood contains 1950s and 1960s brick ranches and bungalows as well as newer construction. View homes for sale Chelsea Heights.
Clairemont Estates – View homes for sale Clairemont Estates.
Clairmont Heights – An established neighborhood with stately trees primarily built in the 1950s. The neighborhood is located approximately 2 miles from Emory University and is within walking distance to shopping and restaurants. View homes for sale Clairmont Heights.
Decatur Heights – Built in the 1910s and 1920s, Decatur Heights is located in northeast quadrant of Decatur. The neighborhood is mixed with original small bungalows and newer, larger homes. View homes for sale Decatur Heights.
Diamond Head – View homes for sale Diamond Head.
Druid Hills – Known as one of Atlanta’s first suburbs, Druid Hills is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Druid Hills offers beautiful parks, wooded lots, rolling landscapes and eclectic architecture. View homes for sale Druid Hills
Echo Lake – Contains a mix of older ranch-style homes and high-priced new construction. It is conveniently located in the Briarcliff Road/Shallowford Road area. The centerpiece of the neighborhood is Echo Lake. Neighbors love the lake for walking, canoeing and fishing. View homes for sale Echo Lake.
Echo Woods – View homes for sale Echo Woods.
Emory Parc – Newer spacious homes on smaller lots, featuring common areas with a gazebo, walking path, play area and access to Mason Mill Park with a tennis pavilion and dog park. View homes for sale Emory Parc.
Emory Parc Manor – Consists of 81 distinct single family homes designed and built by John Willis Homes and Monte Hewett Homes.Completed in 2005, the neighborhood boasts a central private park, side walks and walking access to the new library, and the Mason Mill Park with a tennis center, dog park, and playground. View homes for sale Emory Parc Manor
Great Lakes – Small town charm with the conveniences of in-town living. Great Lakes is mixed with architectural styles, large trees, and green spaces. It is conveniently located with easy access to I-85 and I-285. It is also close in proximity to Emory University, the CDC, and Dekalb Medical Center. View homes for sale Great Lakes.
Laurelgate – View homes for sale Laurelgate.
Leafmore – View homes for sale Leafmore.
Leafmore Hills – View homes for sale Leafmore Hills.
Lenox Place – View homes for sale Lenox Place.
Meadowcliff – View homes for sale Meadowcliff.
Montcliff – View homes for sale Montcliff.
Oak Grove Estates – View homes for sale Oak Grove Estates.
Oak Grove Preserve – Community of 29 homes off Briarcliff Road in the sought after Oak Grove Elementary School District. It offers a private clubhouse, fitness area, swimming pool and a mulch walking trail. View homes for sale Oak Grove Preserve.
Oakhurst – Located in the Southwest corner of Decatur, Oakhurst has a small-town atmosphere with big-city access, little parks with tall trees and sidewalks throughout the neighborhood. Home styles vary from older bungalows to ranch to newer construction.View homes for sale Oakhurst.
Pangborn Station - View homes for sale Pangborn Station.
Ridgeland Park – Located between North Decatur Rd. and Decatur’s city limits. View homes for sale Ridgeland Park.
Rosewalk – View homes for sale Rosewalk.
Sagamore Hills – View homes for sale Sagamore Hills.
Winnona Park – A historic neighborhood consisting of 700 homes located in the Southeast corner of Decatur, close to Agnes Scott College. Winnona Park is a short walk to downtown Decatur. View homes for sale Winnona Park.

Shopping and Dining in Decatur, Druid Hills, Oakhurst and Oak Grove

You’ll find more than 200 storefront shops, restaurants, galleries, services and performance venues set along tree-lined streets all around downtown and in Oakhurst village, just south of the square. Choose from the critically acclaimed restaurants and pubs for a romantic dinner or a special night out with friends. From American to Vietnamese, Mexican to French, dessert to after-dinner drinks, you’ll find something for every appetite. Art galleries continue to spring up around Decatur, bringing a mix of fine art, shopping and nightlife, with openings, exhibitions, and collectible works for sale in a variety of media. Shopping is an adventure in the charming storefront shops where merchants welcome you with one-of-a-kind finds and personalized service.

If mall shopping is more your style, North Dekalb Mall is conveniently off Lawrenceville Highway in Decatur. With Macy’s, Burlington Coat Factory, K & L Furniture, Ross Dress For Less, Food Court, Applebee’s, AMC-16 Theatres and more than 85 specialty stores, you’ll find most of what you need at North Dekalb Mall.

At Dekalb Farmers Market you will discover foods from around the world. The large facility has what seems like miles of fresh produce at bargain prices. Wind in and out of the dry goods aisles while picking up interesting sauces and don’t miss the spices section where you’ll find huge tubs of every seasoning at rock bottom prices. Over at the meat counters you’ll get the freshest cuts of all your favorites along with unique meats you won’t find elsewhere. The seafood selection is vast with several live tanks so you know its fresh!

Annual Events in Decatur-Oak Grove-Druid Hills

Concerts on the Square – Spread out a blanket and enjoy an evening of musical entertainment Saturday nights in May and September
Decatur Green Fest – Join your neighbors on the Square for environmental awareness, children’s activities, artists and music. The day ends with the first spring Concert on the Square.
Decatur Arts Festival – Decatur’s biggest arts event kicks off with the unveiling of the official arts festival poster and culminates with the main events on Memorial Day Weekend.
Beach Party – Decatur brings in 60 tons of sand and turns the square into a beach for this annual event. Live music, boardwalk games and more! Held in June.
Pied Piper Parade, Concert and Fireworks – July 4th celebration! Decorate your bicycle, skateboard, or wagon and join the Pied Piper Parade as it winds through downtown Decatur.
BBQ, Blues and Bluegrass Festival – Live music, including barbecue, vegetarian food, and a special children’s area. Held in September.
Decatur Garden Tour – See what’s growing in Decatur’s public and private gardens! Held each September.
Atlanta Greek Festival – The Atlanta Greek Festival brings all the aromas, sounds, tastes and traditions of Greece to your doorstep. Held each October at Greek Orthodox Cathedral on Clairmont Road.
Oakhurst Arts & Music Festival – Artists market with more than 75 artists, children’s arts activities, literary arts, and musical performances held in October.
Great Decatur Beer Tasting Festival - Taste hundreds of the finest local and international beers. Live music, food. Admission includes special tasting glass.
Wine Tasting Festival – Taste more than a hundred wines from around the world. Live music.Held in November.
Decatur Holiday Candlelight Tour of Homes – Tour beautiful Decatur homes

Parks and Recreations

Decatur Dog Parks – Decatur offers three dog parks for citizens and their dogs to have an opportunity to exercise and socialize. The three dog parks are Adair Dog Park, Glenlake Dog Park and Oakhurst Dog Park.
Decatur Parks – The City of Decatur has nearly 57 acres of developed parks available for the enjoyment of residents and visitors. In addition, there are a number of greenspaces and neighborhood parks.
Dekalb County Parks & Recreation – The Dekalb County Parks and Recreation Department understands that parks are not only important to the quality of life, but they are also assets that increase DeKalb County’s desirability as a place to live, work and play.
Decatur Arts Alliance – A nonprofit partnership of artists, business owners, residents and government dedicated to supporting and enhancing the arts in the city of Decatur.
Druid Hills Golf Club – Established in 1912, Druid Hills offers golf, tennis, swimming and fine dining. Tucked away in the historic Druid Hills neighborhood, just minutes away from downtown Atlanta.
Arts at Emory – The arts programs of Emory bring students, faculty, world-renowned guest artists, and audiences together in a spirit of collaboration and discovery.

Transportation

MARTA – Atlanta’s public transportation system, including subways and buses, serving the city of Atlanta and Fulton and Dekalb counties. MARTA stands for Metro Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority.

Schools

Oak Grove Elementary – 857 Oak Grove Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30345 (678) 874-7402 Consistently rated one of the best elementary schools in DeKalb County. Learn more about Oak Grove Elementary PTA
Fernbank Elementary – 157 Heaton Park Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 (678) 874-9302 IB World School Where everyone teaches and everyone learns!
Lakeside High School – 3801 Briarcliff Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30345 (678) 874-6702 A powerhouse in education and sports! Go Vikings!
Agnes Scott College – 141 E. College Ave., Decatur, GA 30030 404 471-6000 Agnes Scott College, founded in 1889, is an independent national liberal arts college on a beautiful lush campus.
More information on Atlanta area Public and Private schools.

Extras

Official site of Decatur, GA

Druid Hills Civic Association