Northland Heights Home for Sale

Northland Heights in northern Decatur is a primarily residential neighborhood offering a traditional suburban atmosphere. The community features ranch-style and National-style homes with quarter-acre lawns on winding streets. Most houses date back to the 1950s, but newer constructions from the 1990s are available in the southern part of the neighborhood. Prices are significantly lower than state and local averages. Cresthaven Park, spanning more than 80 acres, offers playgrounds, woodland trails and pickleball courts. The Scovill Zoo is about 7 miles from the neighborhood and features over 400 animals. The northern border of Northland Heights is bustling with retail stores and franchise eateries, including Target, Ashley HomeStore, Starbucks and Olive Garden. For more extensive shopping, Hickory Point Mall in Forsyth is just 2 miles away. La Gondola Spaghetti House, a local favorite since 1982, serves Italian dishes and sandwiches on homemade bread. The neighborhood hosts a Farmer’s Market at Richland Community College from July to August, featuring seasonal produce and handmade crafts. Most residents drive to get around Decatur. Nearby highways include Interstate 72 and U.S. Route 51. Several Decatur Public Transit System bus stops dot West Mound Road and North Water Street.