De Pere offers a tranquil setting with low noise levels and calm streets, providing a peaceful environment to settle. The community features mostly two-bedroom and three-bedroom residences, including a mix of single detached homes and smaller apartment buildings constructed primarily around 1989. Schools in the area, both public and private, are easily reachable without reliance on a car, supporting convenient access to education. Multiple grocery stores, pharmacies, and dining options are within reasonable driving distances. The gently sloped terrain makes cycling a comfortable transportation choice, complemented by plentiful parking availability and access to several bus lines that serve the neighborhood.
The character of De Pere is exemplified by its relaxed atmosphere. De Pere is very quiet overall, as the streets tend to be very peaceful.
Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special
Located within The Preserve community near Indigo Bluff Drive, the HOA pool features a natural sand‑bottom swimming area alongside a clubhouse with fitness center, meeting rooms, and rentable event space—all maintained as part of the HOA’s amenities, offering resort‑style leisure steps from residents’ homes.
The Preserve boasts approximately five miles of landscaped walking paths and trails weaving through the neighborhood, ideal for year‑round strolling, jogging, and neighborly encounters surrounded by greenery and community gardens.
Within The Preserve, residents have access to fully lighted tennis courts as well as a volleyball court, offering convenient and well‑lit recreational options for sports and social activity right inside the neighborhood.
The Preserve features two ornamental ponds complete with fountains that not only enhance the aesthetic feel of the community but also create calming focal points for leisurely walks and gatherings near Bedford Road and Peppergrass Drive.
Residing along streets like Indigo Bluff Drive and Raccoon Berry Way, homeowners benefit from HOA‑included landscaping services such as lawn care and snow removal, offering low‑maintenance, single‑family living with condo‑like convenience.
Things to do, events, and what's happening this month
The Resch Center is a convenient entertainment option for Preserve residents, especially families and sports fans. Watch Wisconsin’s top high-school volleyball teams compete in multiple sessions, making it easy to choose a single match or enjoy a full day of local championship action.
View event details →This large-scale holiday concert is one of the area’s most anticipated seasonal performances and is only a short drive from The Preserve. Residents can choose an afternoon or evening show featuring dramatic lighting, lasers, pyrotechnics, and familiar Christmas music in a family-friendly arena setting.
View event details →The National Railroad Museum’s Festival of Trees offers a festive November outing close to Green Bay’s west side. Families can combine decorated holiday trees with the museum’s historic trains and exhibits, making it a good early-season activity for Preserve residents looking for an indoor, weather-friendly local experience.
View event details →Green Bay’s annual holiday parade is a free, community-focused tradition that works well for families from The Preserve. The 2026 tropical holiday theme promises floats, music, Santa, and plenty of seasonal energy downtown, with nearby ramps and streets providing practical parking options for a morning outing.
View event details →The Thanksgiving morning Turkey Trot gives Preserve residents an active way to start the holiday while joining thousands of Green Bay-area participants. Runners, walkers, families, and even registered dogs can take part near Lambeau Field, followed by the community atmosphere and traditions of Thanksgiving Day.
View event details →Garden of Lights is a particularly appealing nearby seasonal activity for Preserve households, with a one-mile walk-through display of illuminated gardens and holiday scenes. Families can add wagon rides, festive treats, photos with Santa on select nights, and an easy outdoor tradition without leaving the Green Bay area.
View event details →Stories, updates, and things to know in The Preserve
Local characteristics and demographics for The Preserve
