Dyckesville is an appealing waterfront community near Green Bay
Dyckesville is a small community nestled between the shores of the Bay of Green Bay and the farmland of northeast Wisconsin. This laidback destination of about 300 offers a rural feel with small-town charm. Proximity to the bay gives residents easy access to year-round recreation, while popular locally owned businesses dot the community’s main thoroughfare. “People like it there because it’s only 20 miles from the city of Green Bay, and you have a beautiful, beach-type setting,” says Kathy Hammer, a listing agent with Mark D. Olejniczak Realty Inc., and former Dyckesville resident. “It’s a nice community to live in.”
Waterfront homes along the beachfront highlight the housing options
An architecturally diverse mix of waterfront homes features private docks and other exclusive amenities. “Right out your door is a beautiful sand beach,” Hammer says. “And the sunsets are marvelous in Dyckesville because you are on the east shore.” Midcentury ranch-style designs are common along quiet, wooded streets. Larger, more contemporary designs, including recently built homes, are spread out on large lots elsewhere. Some homes on the east side back up to farmland. The median price is about $440,000, which Hammer says is high for area, because of the waterfront setting. The community is close enough to Lake Michigan that its summer temperatures are relatively cool. However, winter highs are typically below freezing, and the Green Bay region is known for its heavy snowfall.
Students can attend Luxemburg-Casco School District, rated B-plus
The community is served by the Luxemburg-Casco School District, which earns a B-plus from Niche. The district comprises an elementary school, middle school and high school, and all three are rated between A-minus and B.
Boating in the spring and summer, and fishing throughout the year
The bay is just one of many regional waterways that residents have access to, and Hammer says it's popular throughout the year. “In the spring and summer, it’s really pretty for boating,” she says. “There are a lot of marinas, so you can go all the way through Door County to Lake Michigan.” The area is also known for its sportfishing. “Perch and walleye fishing is pretty popular, especially in the spring when the walleye are running,” Hammer says. “They go from the bay all the way down to the Fox River in the city of Green Bay. In the winter, there's lots of ice fishing.” Closer to home, Bay Shore Park offers public beach access and a boat launch about 2 miles from the community. Scenic hiking trails and more than 100 campsites are other featured amenities.
Locals gather at established hangouts; nearby Door County is popular
Highly rated dining and entertainment options are concentrated along Sturgeon Bay Road, which runs through the community. Established stops include DePrey’s Frosty Tip, a classic American ice cream joint, and Dyckesville Bowl, a hangout where patrons can bowl, drink and enjoy regional comfort food favorites such as cheese curds. The Painted Pelican is a new restaurant with an expansive menu that opened along the waterfront in 2022. It took more than two years to renovate the restaurant and adjacent hotel, which was formerly Lipsky’s On the Bay. Residents can travel west to Green Bay or east to Door County, a popular tourist destination, for groceries and additional shopping. “Door County is about 25 minutes away, so you’re halfway between both,” Hammer says. “There are tons of good restaurants and shopping in Door County, so that’s where everyone goes.”
Highway 57 provides an easy commute to Green Bay
Wisconsin Highway 57 provides easy access to regional travel. There is a small park-and-ride lot in the community that can be used by residents who carpool to work. Highway 57 offers a direct route to Green Bay, the region’s largest city, less than 20 miles away. The city is home to several hospitals. Aurora Health Care and Bellin Health are two of the region’s top employers. Green Bay’s Austin Straubel International Airport is about a 30-mile drive from Dyckesville. The community’s CAP Index Crime Score is a 1 out of 10, the lowest possible score.
Written By
Matt Pallister
