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Welcome to Ackerman Lake

Ackerman Lake is a small, lightly developed lake in Genoa Township, Livingston County, about 15.9 miles from downtown Fenton, near the Brighton Township line. When I checked in October 2026, my site had a current Ackerman Lake listing, and the first button above always shows what's available today.

Lake Overview

• Location: Genoa Township, section 12, shown with Euler and Clark lakes on Genoa Township's Section 12 map.
• Size: about 25 acres in DNR data (Michigan's Named Inland Lakes, DNR data via MLSA); EGLE MiEnviro inland lakes mapping shows about 25 acres.
• Neighbor: Clark Lake in Brighton Township is about 0.6 miles east by map coordinates.
• Boating: I didn't find a Michigan DNR local watercraft control naming Ackerman Lake (Michigan DNR Livingston County watercraft controls).
• Public access: I didn't find a published public boat launch for Ackerman Lake. Ask me, and we'll confirm what applies to a specific home.
• Shoreline: Microsoft building-footprint map data shows only about 15 buildings near the shore.

Living on Ackerman Lake

With so few buildings near the shore, Ackerman Lake feels more like country living than a lake neighborhood. The current listing is a 10-acre estate built in 2021, and its remarks describe the water as a private pond for kayaking, paddleboarding and fishing.

Genoa Township & Schools

Ackerman Lake is in Genoa Township. The current Ackerman listing is in Howell Public Schools with a private well and septic. The 11 Genoa Township waterfront listings I checked in October 2026 were in Brighton Area Schools or Howell Public Schools, and most were on sanitary sewer, so I confirm the district and utilities for every address.

Tips for Buyers

• Understand riparian rights. Michigan waterfront ("riparian") owners generally have rights to dock and reach the water (EGLE inland lakes guide). "Lake privileges" or a shared lot is different, so read the deed and any easement.
• Know the local rules. I'll check Genoa Township zoning, association rules, and any dock or shoreline rules for the specific parcel.
• Seawalls and permanent docks generally need an EGLE permit, while seasonal docks usually don't (EGLE dock handout). Ask for permit records.
• Confirm sewer or septic and well, and schedule inspections for any private system.
• Check the address on FEMA's Flood Map Service Center and get a flood insurance quote early.
• I didn't find a published lake association or lake special assessment for Ackerman Lake. I'll confirm any dues or assessments on the parcel in writing.
• Taxable value generally "uncaps" after a sale (MCL 211.27a), so don't budget off the seller's tax bill.
• On a lake this small and lightly built, ask how much frontage you're buying and who owns the rest of the shoreline. Comparable sales are scarce, so we'll lean on nearby lake and acreage sales.

Tips for Sellers

• Lead with the privacy, the acreage and the quiet water.
• Use "Ackerman Lake, Genoa Township" in your listing; listings may show a Brighton address.
• Have well, septic and survey records ready.

FAQ

Where is Ackerman Lake?

In section 12 of Genoa Township, near the Brighton Township line and Clark Lake.

How big is Ackerman Lake?

About 25 acres in DNR data (Michigan's Named Inland Lakes, DNR data via MLSA).

Is there public access?

I didn't find a published public launch. I'll confirm access for any home you're considering.

Let's Talk Lake Life

Curious about Ackerman Lake? I'd love to help you be first in line. Give me a call at (810) 962-4908.