De Pere, WI real estate: buy or sell with a local AXEN agent
A De Pere mailing address does not mean the home is in the City of De Pere. The 54115 ZIP code reaches into nearby towns. City parcel numbers start with ED- or WD-, and that tells you whose rules and tax bill you get.
What are the popular neighborhoods in De Pere?
Popular De Pere neighborhoods include East De Pere, West De Pere, Downtown De Pere, North Broadway Street Historic District, St. Norbert College area and De Pere Riverwalk area. Each one prices differently, so ask your agent for recent sales in the ones you like.
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What should you know before buying a home in De Pere?
In De Pere, check the parcel number first: city homes start with ED- or WD-. If you plan to rent short-term, the zone must allow it. In the R1 and R2 zones you can host only one stay in any 7 days in a row.
The rules that apply everywhere in Wisconsin are on the Wisconsin page. These are the De Pere details that trip people up.
Get pre-approved →- Check the parcel number. The De Pere ZIP code spreads into nearby communities. A City of De Pere parcel number starts with ED- or WD-. If it does not, city rules and city services may not apply.
- Short-term rentals take two steps. First, file a Short-Term Rental application with Development Services. The fee is $100. Then get a Tourist Rooming House license from the De Pere Health Department. You may not rent until the health pre-inspection is done.
- Zoning decides if you can rent short-term. Only homes in the R1, R2, RM, MX and GX zones may qualify. R1 and R2 homes can host only one stay in any 7 days in a row. In MX zones the rental must be above the first floor. Backyard cottages may not be short-term rentals.
- Collect the room tax yourself. Brown County has a 10% room tax that you must collect from short-term guests. The city says many booking sites do not collect it for you. You send it to the county's room tax agent, not City Hall.
- Look up the flood map. Some parts of De Pere sit in the floodplain along the river. The city has an online map where you type your address. The city says flood insurance takes 30 days or more to start, so do not wait until closing.
What should you do before selling a home in De Pere?
In Wisconsin the seller pays the transfer fee of 30 cents for each $100 of value. Give the buyer the Real Estate Condition Report within 10 days after the offer is accepted. The City of De Pere, not Brown County, collects the first tax payment.
The seller pays the transfer fee.
Wisconsin charges the seller 30 cents for each $100 of value. The real estate transfer return is filed online with the Department of Revenue.
Give the condition report on time.
For homes with 1 to 4 units, the seller must give the Real Estate Condition Report within 10 days after the offer is accepted. If it is late, the buyer can cancel within 2 business days after that and get the deposit back.
Know who collects the taxes.
The City of De Pere collects its own first tax payment. Its bills are white. The first part is due January 31 and the second part July 31. Plan the tax split at closing around those dates.
De Pere real estate questions
Who assesses homes in De Pere?
The city hires Accurate Appraisal, LLC of Menasha to value all homes and businesses. Call them with value questions. You can also go to an Open Book session at City Hall.
How do I appeal my De Pere assessment?
Go to Open Book first. If you still disagree, go to the Board of Review. State law says tell the clerk at least 48 hours before the board's first meeting. Then file your written objection in the first 2 hours of that meeting.
Is every 54115 address in the City of De Pere?
No. The 54115 ZIP code reaches into nearby communities. Check that the parcel number starts with ED- or WD-.
Can I rent my backyard cottage on Airbnb?
No. De Pere does not allow backyard cottages as short-term rentals. Secondary suites must be rented for at least 90 days in a row.
Where do I update my mailing address for tax bills?
Call the Brown County Treasurer. The city says the owner must do this so the tax bill reaches you on time.
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