Hunting / Farm Land, Country Homes & Estates for sale in Lapeer County, MI

About Lapeer County — Land For Sale

At the gateway to Michigan’s Thumb, Lapeer County mixes small‑town neighborhoods with lakes and rolling farm‑and‑timber edges. City of Lapeer anchors services, while Imlay City, Metamora and Almont string together along M‑24/I‑69. The Flint River Water Trail and Lake Nepessing put daily paddling and boating within minutes of town.

Land & Lifestyle at a Glance

Hunting & Recreation — Classic SE‑Michigan edges: oak/maple uplands and aspen regen meet cattail marsh and cedar/spruce bottoms. Whitetail and turkey are reliable; small‑game and waterfowl round things out. Access is strong via Lapeer SGA, Metamora‑Hadley and Ortonville.

Waterfront & Lakes/Rivers — Parcels range from lake lots (Lake Nepessing, Long Lake) to Flint River frontage. Bottoms vary from firm sand/gravel to marl/muck in coves—know floodplain on river parcels and ordinary high‑water setbacks and wake/no‑wake rules on lakes.

Farm & Tillable — Productive loams and sandy loams dominate; heavier clays sit in drain bottoms. Ask for tile maps, outlet capacity and wide, all‑season entrances for modern equipment.

Timber & Habitat — Uplands carry oak, maple and beech; cedar/spruce/tamarack in drains. Many tracts show light/select cuts—room for trails, TSI and tucked plots along upland knobs.

Cabin/Residential — Year‑round roads are the norm; private lanes pop up near lakes and game areas. Power is typically at the road; natural gas/fiber strongest near population corridors. Most townships allow homes/cabins with well/septic after a passing perc—verify zoning and driveway/ROW permits.

Public Land & Nearby Recreation

Metamora‑Hadley Recreation Area — 723 acres around Lake Minnawanna with swim beach, campground, fishing pier and 6 miles of trails.

Lapeer State Game Area (map) — 8,600± acres of managed openings, timber and marsh with walk‑in and two‑track access.

Ortonville Recreation Area — 5,400 acres of hilly, wooded terrain on the Lapeer/Oakland line with launches, trails, equestrian campground and a shooting range.

Polly Ann State Rail Trail — Non‑motorized trail corridor running north through Lapeer County toward North Branch.

Southern Links Trailway — 10‑mile paved rail‑trail connecting Columbiaville, Otter Lake and Millington at the county’s north edge.

Prefer privacy with more to roam? Parcels abutting game‑area blocks or buffered by large ag fields do come up—ask about what’s currently available.

Local Tips from a Michigan Land Specialist

  • Perc & soils: Upland sands/loams usually pass; muck/peat near marsh edges may need engineered systems—order a current perc.
  • Frontage quality: On lake lots, confirm bottom type (sand vs. marl/muck), wake/no‑wake zones and setbacks; on river parcels, verify floodplain and bank stability.
  • Tillable details: Request tile maps and outlet capacity; size entrances for semis and grain carts.
  • Timber access: Stabilize wet crossings with geotextile and culverts; loop trails help you hunt the wind without bumping bedding cover.
  • Utilities/internet: Electric/natural gas common near towns; fiber strongest around Lapeer, Imlay City and M‑24/I‑69 corridors.

FAQs — Lapeer County

What makes land for sale in Lapeer County, Michigan appealing? A deep public‑land presence, multiple trail corridors and easy M‑24/I‑69 access create four‑season options for cabins, year‑round homes and mixed‑use acreage.

Is rural acreage “buildable”? Generally yes with township approval and a passing perc for septic. Expect driveway/culvert permits and shoreline/floodplain considerations on water parcels.

Where can I launch a boat or paddle? DNR access at Lake Nepessing; the Flint River Water Trail lists signed put‑ins across the county.

What parcel sizes are typical? 10–20 acre starters, 40–80 acre hunting pieces, larger 80–160 acre farm/timber tracts, and select lake/riverfront lots.

Can I get reliable internet? Strongest near city/village centers and along I‑69/M‑24; remote pockets rely on fixed‑wireless or satellite.


Talk to a Michigan Land Specialist — contact us


Helpful resources: Michigan DNR hunting rules & regulationsMSU Extension Home Soil Test kitLapeer County Environmental Health — wells & septicLapeer County Road Commission — permits

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