Lake Fenton Waterfront Homes for Sale

845 acres. 95 feet deep. 15 miles of shoreline. The largest all-sports lake in Genesee County -- and one of the most desirable waterfront addresses in all of mid-Michigan.

Lake Fenton, Michigan -- The Crown Jewel of Fenton Lakes

Lake Fenton is the largest lake in Genesee County and one of the premier inland lake addresses in all of Southeast Michigan. At 845 surface acres, it dwarfs most lakes in the region -- and at 95 feet deep, it ranks among the deepest natural inland lakes in the lower peninsula. The lake was originally known as Long Lake, named for its roughly three-mile stretch from North Long Lake Road to South Long Lake Road, and was formed thousands of years ago when a glacier melted and carved out a spring-fed kettle basin that still feeds the lake today.

The lake sits primarily within Fenton Township, with a short stretch of the southern shore inside the city of Fenton proper. It is bordered to the north by Mundy Township, to the east by Holly Township, and to the west by the remainder of Fenton Township. This positioning puts lake residents within minutes of downtown Fenton -- restaurants, shops, farmers markets, breweries -- while maintaining a distinctly lakeside feel year-round.

With approximately 900 tax parcels spread across 15 miles of shoreline, Lake Fenton supports an enormous variety of housing -- from original 1940s and 1950s cottages that have been expanded over generations, to new custom-built estates pushing 6,000 square feet with sweeping open water views. Whether you are looking for an entry point into lake life or a landmark waterfront property, this lake has more inventory depth and range than anywhere else in the Fenton area.

Lake Fenton Quick Facts

Neighborhoods & Shore Areas

Life on Lake Fenton

Home Styles & Price Ranges

Lake Fenton's housing stock is one of its most distinctive features. Because the lake has been a desirable address since the mid-1900s, you will find an unusually wide mix of architectural styles and eras on a single stretch of shoreline. Original ranches, bungalows, and cape cods from the 1940s to 1960s sit alongside 1980s colonials and contemporary custom builds from the 2010s and 2020s. Many original cottages have been dramatically expanded over the decades, with additions, finished basements, and complete interior renovations that blend lake-house character with modern amenity.

The Zillow average home value for the Lake Fenton area is approximately $367,000 -- but that figure includes non-waterfront homes in the surrounding CDP. True lakefront properties with direct open-water frontage range significantly wider, from under $600,000 for smaller or older homes with modest frontage to $3 million or more for newer custom estates with 100-plus feet of prime shoreline. Canal-access properties offer lake life at more accessible price points, typically in the $400,000 to $700,000 range.

Price ranges are general estimates based on recent MLS activity and are subject to change. Contact our team for current listings and an accurate market analysis.

Lake Fenton School District

Homes on Lake Fenton are served by the Lake Fenton Community Schools district -- a separate district from the nearby Fenton Area Public Schools. This is an important distinction that surprises some buyers. The Lake Fenton district serves the lake community and surrounding Fenton Township area, with schools conveniently located just minutes from the shoreline. Families buying on the lake should confirm school of record for specific parcels, as district boundaries can vary by street and parcel location.

Location & Commutes

Lake Fenton sits at a commuter-friendly intersection of US-23 and I-75 corridors, making it genuinely practical as a full-time residence -- not just a weekend retreat. Downtown Fenton is 3 to 5 minutes from most shoreline addresses. US-23 and I-75 are both accessible within 10 minutes, opening up the Detroit metro, Flint, and Ann Arbor to realistic daily or weekly commuting.

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Michigan's largest Genesee County lake -- with homes from entry-level canal access to multi-million dollar estates. Our team knows this lake. Let us help you find the right property on the right stretch of shoreline.