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Welcome to Sullivan Lake

Sullivan Lake is a small residential lake in Tyrone Township, Livingston County, about three miles from downtown Fenton. Homes here are scarce, and the current Sullivan Lake listing appears below. Here's what I walk my clients through.

Lake Overview

• Location: Tyrone Township, Livingston County, about three miles from downtown Fenton (Tyrone Township).
• Size: about 31 acres (Michigan's Named Inland Lakes, DNR data via MLSA).
• Boating rules: I didn't find a published DNR local watercraft control naming Sullivan Lake on the Livingston County watercraft controls page. The current Sullivan Lake listing describes the water as a no-motor lake in its water description — we'll confirm what applies to any specific home.
• Public access: I didn't find a published public boat launch for Sullivan Lake. Ask me, and we'll check the deed and any association rules.

Living on Sullivan Lake

A lake this size is about quiet mornings, a kayak off the shore and evenings on the water — not a busy all-sports scene. Tyrone Township is a rural Livingston County community; the township office is on Runyan Lake Road with a Fenton mailing address (Tyrone Township). Downtown Fenton is a short drive for restaurants and shopping.

Tyrone Township & Schools

Sullivan Lake is in Tyrone Township, so Livingston County and township taxes and services apply (Tyrone Township). The current Sullivan Lake listing is in Fenton Area Public Schools and shows a private well and septic system. I still confirm the district and utilities for every address before you write an offer.

Tips for Buyers

• Understand riparian rights. In Michigan, waterfront ("riparian") owners generally have rights to dock and reach the water (EGLE inland lakes guide). An off-water home with "lake privileges" or a shared lot is a different thing, so read the deed and any easement carefully.
• Confirm any motor or lake-use rule in writing. Small lakes sometimes have association or deed restrictions that go beyond statewide DNR local controls.
• Seawalls and permanent docks generally need an EGLE permit, while seasonal docks removed each year usually don't (EGLE dock handout). Ask the seller for permit records on any shoreline work.
• Find out whether the home is on a private septic system and whether water comes from a well, and plan time for well and septic inspections if it has them.
• Look the address up on FEMA's Flood Map Service Center and get a flood insurance quote early.
• Ask whether there's a lake or subdivision association, what the dues are, and whether any special assessments apply to the parcel. I'll get that in writing.
• Budget for taxes to reset. A home's taxable value generally "uncaps" the year after a sale (MCL 211.27a), so don't plan off the seller's current bill.

Tips for Sellers

• Measure and document your frontage and water depth at the shore. Small-lake buyers compare that closely.
• Have well and septic records ready — the current listing is on well and septic.
• Photos of the quiet shoreline help buyers feel the lifestyle.

FAQ

How big is Sullivan Lake?

About 31 acres (DNR data via MLSA).

Can I run a motorboat on Sullivan Lake?

I didn't find a published DNR local control naming Sullivan Lake. The current listing describes it as a no-motor lake — we'll verify for any home.

Which school district is Sullivan Lake in?

The current listing is in Fenton Area Public Schools. Confirm the district for any specific address.

Let's Talk Lake Life

Buying or selling on Sullivan Lake? I'd love to help you find the right fit. Give me a call at (810) 962-4908.