Homes for Sale in Detroit Lakes, MN

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Updated 10/13/2026, 1:17 AM CDT from NorthstarMLS

Detroit Lakes is the gateway to Minnesota lake country, offering beautiful properties on and around Detroit Lake and dozens of surrounding lakes. A vibrant resort town with year-round appeal, Detroit Lakes attracts buyers seeking vacation cabins, permanent lake homes, and investment properties just 45 minutes from Fargo.

Verified Homes for Sale in Detroit Lakes, MN

146 homes for sale in Detroit Lakes, MN — priced $149,500 to $3,500,000, median $454,450, 70 with recent price cuts. Updated daily from NorthstarMLS.

Detroit Lakes is a balanced market — homes sell for about 96% of list in around 60 days, with roughly 5.2 months of supply (based on 90 days of NorthstarMLS closings).

M Re-Intel: Lakes Market Intelligence — October 2026

If the metro is sorting by payment, lake country is sorting by shoreline, and the shoreline is winning. Waterfront homes that sold between May and September went for a $559,500 median, up 6.6 percent from last summer, on roughly a quarter more sales. Step back from the water and the story goes flat: the off-water median was $299,900, against $302,000 a year earlier. On asking prices the premium is 64 percent, $574,950 on the water and $349,900 off it. The reason is almost boringly simple. A builder can add houses and a lender can sweeten a rate, but nobody can add frontage. The season is closing on schedule: 1,554 homes are for sale, down from more than 1,600 a month ago, and new listings slowed to 386 in the past 30 days. What changed is the pace. September's lake sales spent a median 44 days on the market, up from 34 a year ago, so buyers who shop after the docks come out may find sellers more willing to talk. Leverage is uneven. Alexandria, Fergus Falls and Osakis are still moving, each with a fifth or more of its listings under contract. Detroit Lakes, with 146 homes for sale and just 9 percent spoken for, remains the buyer's counterweight. And Pelican Rapids, where 68 percent of listings sit on the water, asks a shoreline median of $825,000, a reminder that when the lake is the product, the calendar barely matters.

— Jim Christl & Shannon Barnum, Modern Market REALTORS®. Full market intelligence report

Why Buy a Home in Detroit Lakes, MN?

Detroit Lakes — DL to locals — is the crown jewel of west-central Minnesota's lake country and the closest quality lake market to the Fargo-Moorhead metro. At 45 minutes east on Highway 10, it is close enough for a weekend cabin and commutable for remote workers who need occasional office days in Fargo. The city sits on the shore of Detroit Lake, a pristine, sandy-bottomed lake that anchors the community's identity.

Property prices span a wide range: year-round in-town homes start around $180,000, while lakefront properties range from $350,000 for a seasonal cabin to well over $1,200,000 for luxury homes with sandy beach frontage on Big Detroit Lake. The surrounding area includes dozens of smaller lakes — Pelican Lake, Big Cormorant, Tamarac, Little Detroit — each with their own character and price points. We know which lakes offer the best swimming beaches, the best fishing, and the best long-term value.

Detroit Lakes has evolved from a seasonal getaway into a year-round community. The downtown is vibrant with locally owned restaurants, shops, and a summer concert series. Detroit Lakes Public Schools is a solid district for families making the permanent move. WE Fest, the Polar Fest, and a busy beach scene define summer, while ice fishing, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing keep the community active through winter. Many buyers start with a cabin and eventually make DL their primary residence.

Neighborhoods in Detroit Lakes

Lakefront properties on Detroit Lake, Big Detroit Lake, and Little Detroit Lake are the premium tier. In-town neighborhoods offer year-round homes at accessible prices. The surrounding area includes lake-access properties and wooded lots on smaller lakes within 15 minutes of town.

Browse Detroit Lakes Homes by Neighborhood

1 home for sale across 1 Detroit Lakes neighborhood with a guide of its own, most inventory first.

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Homes for Sale in Detroit Lakes — Page 2

  1. 1997 single family home for sale at 1373 Burroughs Road in Detroit Lakes, MN — 3 bed, 2 bath 1373 Burroughs Road, Detroit Lakes, MN — $585,000 · Est. $2,958/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · 3 bed · 2 bath · 2,948 sqft · 0.91 ac lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by REMAX Lakes Region
  2. 2003 single family home for sale at 1082 W Lake Drive in Detroit Lakes, MN — 5 bed, 4 bath 1082 W Lake Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN — $1,375,000 · Est. $6,953/mo · House for Sale · Two Story · Waterfront · 5 bed · 4 bath · 4,008 sqft · 0.68 ac lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by HomeSmart Adventure Realty (DL)
  3. 2024 twin home for sale at 117 Altavista Drive in Detroit Lakes, MN — 3 bed, 2 bath 117 Altavista Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN — $439,000 · Est. $2,220/mo · ▼ $20,000 (4%) off, was $459,000, reduced 4 weeks ago · Twin Home for Sale · 3 bed · 2 bath · 1,962 sqft · 0.077 ac lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by Counselor Realty Detroit Lakes
  4. 1950 single family home for sale at 332 Willow Street E in Detroit Lakes, MN — 2 bed, 1 bath 332 Willow Street E, Detroit Lakes, MN — $264,900 · Est. $1,339/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · 2 bed · 1 bath · 1,492 sqft · 0.26 ac lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by HomeSmart Adventure Realty
  5. 2013 single family home for sale at 863 Whitetail Lane in Detroit Lakes, MN — 4 bed, 3 bath 863 Whitetail Lane, Detroit Lakes, MN — $465,900 · Est. $2,356/mo · ▼ $4,000 (1%) off, was $469,900, reduced 2 weeks ago · House for Sale · Bi-Level · 4 bed · 3 bath · 2,640 sqft · 0.46 ac lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by The Real Estate Company of Detroit Lakes
  6. 1960 single family home for sale at 1583 E Shore Drive in Detroit Lakes, MN — 4 bed, 2 bath 1583 E Shore Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN — $339,000 · Est. $1,714/mo · ▼ $10,000 (3%) off, was $349,000, reduced 2 weeks ago · House for Sale · Two Story · Waterfront · 4 bed · 2 bath · 1,546 sqft · 0.34 ac lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by Counselor Realty Detroit Lakes
  7. 2022 single family home for sale at 20561 County Highway 25 in Detroit Lakes, MN — 4 bed, 4 bath 20561 County Highway 25, Detroit Lakes, MN — $695,000 · Est. $3,514/mo · ▼ $64,900 (9%) off, was $759,900, reduced 5 weeks ago · House for Sale · Two Story · Acreage · 4 bed · 4 bath · 2,660 sqft · 7.5 ac lot · ~65 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by AXEN Realty
  8. 1995 single family home for sale at 1760 E Shore Drive in Detroit Lakes, MN — 4 bed, 5 bath 1760 E Shore Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN — $2,075,000 · Est. $10,492/mo · House for Sale · Two Story · Waterfront · 4 bed · 5 bath · 3,651 sqft · 0.43 ac lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Counselor Realty Detroit Lakes
  9. 2020 twin home for sale at 841 Lake Forest Circle in Detroit Lakes, MN — 2 bed, 2 bath 841 Lake Forest Circle, Detroit Lakes, MN — $469,000 · Est. $2,372/mo · ▼ $11,000 (2%) off, was $480,000, reduced 5 weeks ago · Twin Home for Sale · 2 bed · 2 bath · 1,816 sqft · 0.27 ac lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · Open House 10/17 · M Markdowns · Listed by RE/MAX Advantage Plus
  10. 2025 single family home for sale at 51021 Fish Lake Road, Unit 2 in Detroit Lakes, MN — 1 bed, 1 bath 51021 Fish Lake Road, Unit 2, Detroit Lakes, MN — $329,900 · Est. $1,668/mo · House for Sale · Waterfront · 1 bed · 1 bath · 480 sqft · 0.02 ac lot · ~55 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Counselor Realty Detroit Lakes
  11. 2013 single family home for sale at 1847 Spruce Grove Trail in Detroit Lakes, MN — 3 bed, 2 bath 1847 Spruce Grove Trail, Detroit Lakes, MN — $449,000 · Est. $2,270/mo · ▼ $36,000 (7%) off, was $485,000, reduced 5 days ago · House for Sale · Patio Home · 3 bed · 2 bath · 1,884 sqft · 0.46 ac lot · ~55 min from Fargo · Active · Open House 10/18 · M Markdowns · Listed by REMAX Lakes Region
  12. 2016 single family home for sale at 14811 Ridge Drive in Detroit Lakes, MN — 4 bed, 3 bath 14811 Ridge Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN — $424,900 · Est. $2,149/mo · ▼ $15,100 (3%) off, was $440,000, reduced 12 days ago · House for Sale · Rambler · Acreage · 4 bed · 3 bath · 2,270 sqft · 2 ac lot · ~65 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by Keller Williams Realty Profess
  13. 1975 single family home for sale at 436 Shorewood Drive in Detroit Lakes, MN — 5 bed, 4 bath 436 Shorewood Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN — $1,195,000 · Est. $6,043/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 5 bed · 4 bath · 2,120 sqft · 0.31 ac lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by REMAX Lakes Region
  14. 2022 single family home for sale at 129 Altavista Drive in Detroit Lakes, MN — 4 bed, 3 bath 129 Altavista Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN — $950,000 · Est. $4,804/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · 4 bed · 3 bath · 2,322 sqft · 0.077 ac lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Action Realty of Detroit Lakes
  15. 2010 single family home for sale at 26536 Lake Hills Road in Detroit Lakes, MN — 5 bed, 4 bath 26536 Lake Hills Road, Detroit Lakes, MN — $845,000 · Est. $4,273/mo · ▼ $14,000 (2%) off, was $859,000, reduced 3 weeks ago · House for Sale · Two Story · Waterfront · Acreage · 5 bed · 4 bath · 2,646 sqft · 2.504 ac lot · ~55 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by REMAX Lakes Region
  16. 1978 single family home for sale at 1324 Pelican Lane in Detroit Lakes, MN — 4 bed, 2 bath 1324 Pelican Lane, Detroit Lakes, MN — $184,900 · Est. $935/mo · ▼ $30,000 (14%) off, was $214,900, reduced 3 weeks ago · House for Sale · Rambler · 4 bed · 2 bath · 1,800 sqft · 0.42 ac lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by The Edge Real Estate Company
  17. 1938 single family home for sale at 1101 Summit Avenue in Detroit Lakes, MN — 4 bed, 3 bath 1101 Summit Avenue, Detroit Lakes, MN — $374,000 · Est. $1,891/mo · House for Sale · 4 bed · 3 bath · 2,425 sqft · 12,705 sqft lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Keller Williams Realty Profess
  18. 2026 single family home for sale at 1048 Village Lane in Detroit Lakes, MN — 3 bed, 2 bath 1048 Village Lane, Detroit Lakes, MN — $499,900 · Est. $2,528/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · New Build · 3 bed · 2 bath · 1,517 sqft · 0.51 ac lot · ~55 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Lakes Partners
  19. 2017 single family home for sale at 26195 County Highway 37 in Detroit Lakes, MN — 4 bed, 2 bath 26195 County Highway 37, Detroit Lakes, MN — $449,000 · Est. $2,270/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 4 bed · 2 bath · 1,720 sqft · 0.95 ac lot · ~80 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by REMAX Lakes Region
  20. 2003 twin home for sale at 1832 Nodaway Drive in Detroit Lakes, MN — 3 bed, 3 bath 1832 Nodaway Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN — $389,900 · Est. $1,972/mo · ▼ $10,099 (3%) off, was $399,999, reduced 3 weeks ago · Twin Home for Sale · 3 bed · 3 bath · 2,030 sqft · 0.3 ac lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by The Real Estate Company of Detroit Lakes
  21. 1982 single family home for sale at 2074 Elmwood Drive in Detroit Lakes, MN — 4 bed, 3 bath 2074 Elmwood Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN — $495,000 · Est. $2,503/mo · House for Sale · 4 bed · 3 bath · 3,850 sqft · 0.41 ac lot · ~55 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Seifert Real Estate & Auction
  22. 1936 single family home for sale at 1244 E Shore Drive in Detroit Lakes, MN — 3 bed, 3 bath 1244 E Shore Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN — $1,149,000 · Est. $5,810/mo · ▼ $46,000 (4%) off, was $1,195,000, reduced 5 weeks ago · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 3 bed · 3 bath · 2,090 sqft · 0.28 ac lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by HomeSmart Adventure Realty (DL)
  23. 2026 single family home for sale at 20639 County Highway 21 in Detroit Lakes, MN — 3 bed, 3 bath 20639 County Highway 21, Detroit Lakes, MN — $599,900 · Est. $3,033/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · New Build · Shoreline Access · 3 bed · 3 bath · 1,828 sqft · 1.12 ac lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by HomeSmart Adventure Realty
  24. 1999 single family home for sale at 22273 Peterson Lane in Detroit Lakes, MN — 6 bed, 3 bath 22273 Peterson Lane, Detroit Lakes, MN — $659,000 · Est. $3,332/mo · ▼ $40,900 (6%) off, was $699,900, reduced 5 weeks ago · House for Sale · Two Story · Waterfront · 6 bed · 3 bath · 4,455 sqft · 1.03 ac lot · ~55 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by Nordin Realty Inc.
  25. 2016 single family home for sale at 1966 Middle Creek Road in Detroit Lakes, MN — 3 bed, 2 bath 1966 Middle Creek Road, Detroit Lakes, MN — $449,900 · Est. $2,275/mo · House for Sale · Patio Home · 3 bed · 2 bath · 1,640 sqft · 0.48 ac lot · ~55 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Better Homes and Gardens Real
  26. 1989 single family home for sale at 1047 Highwood Circle in Detroit Lakes, MN — 3 bed, 2 bath 1047 Highwood Circle, Detroit Lakes, MN — $461,900 · Est. $2,336/mo · ▼ $5,000 (1%) off, was $466,900, reduced 3 weeks ago · House for Sale · Rambler · 3 bed · 2 bath · 2,308 sqft · 0.3 ac lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by Action Realty of Detroit Lakes
  27. 1961 single family home for sale at 736 Shorewood Drive in Detroit Lakes, MN — 4 bed, 3 bath 736 Shorewood Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN — $1,195,000 · Est. $6,043/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 4 bed · 3 bath · 3,264 sqft · 0.49 ac lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by REMAX Lakes Region
  28. 1952 single family home for sale at 1510 Lynn Avenue in Detroit Lakes, MN — 3 bed, 2 bath 1510 Lynn Avenue, Detroit Lakes, MN — $279,000 · Est. $1,411/mo · ▼ $5,000 (2%) off, was $284,000, reduced 3 weeks ago · House for Sale · Rambler · 3 bed · 2 bath · 2,600 sqft · 0.18 ac lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by Jack Chivers Realty
  29. 1993 single family home for sale at 13544 Pearl Lake Drive in Detroit Lakes, MN — 0 bed, 0 bath 13544 Pearl Lake Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN — $289,000 · Est. $1,461/mo · ▼ $10,000 (3%) off, was $299,000, reduced 2 weeks ago · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 0 bed · 0 bath · — sqft · 1.17 ac lot · ~55 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by HomeSmart Adventure Realty
  30. 1995 single family home for sale at 51383 Bucks Mill Road in Detroit Lakes, MN — 5 bed, 4 bath 51383 Bucks Mill Road, Detroit Lakes, MN — $1,450,000 · Est. $7,332/mo · House for Sale · Two Story · Waterfront · Acreage · 5 bed · 4 bath · 5,450 sqft · 47 ac lot · ~55 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Counselor Realty Detroit Lakes
  31. 1994 single family home for sale at 25361 Brandy Lake Boulevard in Detroit Lakes, MN — 3 bed, 2 bath 25361 Brandy Lake Boulevard, Detroit Lakes, MN — $149,500 · Est. $756/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · 3 bed · 2 bath · 1,533 sqft · 0.5 ac lot · ~55 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by HomeSmart Adventure Realty (WF)
  32. 1962 single family home for sale at 672 S Shore Drive in Detroit Lakes, MN — 2 bed, 2 bath 672 S Shore Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN — $1,075,000 · Est. $5,436/mo · ▼ $25,000 (2%) off, was $1,100,000, reduced 13 days ago · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 2 bed · 2 bath · 2,588 sqft · 0.29 ac lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by Jack Chivers Realty
  33. 1910 single family home for sale at 353 Willow Street E in Detroit Lakes, MN — 4 bed, 2 bath 353 Willow Street E, Detroit Lakes, MN — $298,000 · Est. $1,507/mo · House for Sale · Two Story · 4 bed · 2 bath · 1,760 sqft · 0.37 ac lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Counselor Realty Detroit Lakes
  34. 2023 single family home for sale at 1084 W Lake Drive in Detroit Lakes, MN — 4 bed, 4 bath 1084 W Lake Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN — $1,750,000 · Est. $8,849/mo · House for Sale · Two Story · New Build · Waterfront · 4 bed · 4 bath · 3,624 sqft · 0.35 ac lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Better Homes and Gardens Real
  35. 2016 single family home for sale at 24047 Sandy Beach Drive in Detroit Lakes, MN — 4 bed, 4 bath 24047 Sandy Beach Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN — $995,000 · Est. $5,031/mo · House for Sale · 4 bed · 4 bath · 3,550 sqft · 1.84 ac lot · ~55 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Beyond Realty
  36. 1937 twin home for sale at 1104 W Lake Drive in Detroit Lakes, MN — 3 bed, 3 bath 1104 W Lake Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN — $439,000 · Est. $2,220/mo · ▼ $10,000 (2%) off, was $449,000, reduced 2 weeks ago · Twin Home for Sale · Waterfront · 3 bed · 3 bath · 1,890 sqft · 0.019 ac lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by Keller Williams Realty Profess
  37. 2026 single family home for sale at 2013 South Ridge Road in Detroit Lakes, MN — 3 bed, 3 bath 2013 South Ridge Road, Detroit Lakes, MN — $376,399 · Est. $1,903/mo · House for Sale · Two Story · 3 bed · 3 bath · 1,714 sqft · 14,130 sqft lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by REAL (2534 FGO)
  38. 2026 single family home for sale at 2006 South Ridge Road in Detroit Lakes, MN — 3 bed, 3 bath 2006 South Ridge Road, Detroit Lakes, MN — $414,900 · Est. $2,098/mo · House for Sale · 3 bed · 3 bath · 1,809 sqft · 15,217 sqft lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by REAL (2534 FGO)
  39. 1975 single family home for sale at 19417 County Highway 29 in Detroit Lakes, MN — 3 bed, 2 bath 19417 County Highway 29, Detroit Lakes, MN — $465,000 · Est. $2,351/mo · ▼ $5,000 (1%) off, was $470,000, reduced 3 weeks ago · House for Sale · Rambler · Acreage · 3 bed · 2 bath · 2,884 sqft · 8.2 ac lot · ~70 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by RE/MAX Legacy Realty
  40. 2006 single family home for sale at 364 Homestead Street in Detroit Lakes, MN — 4 bed, 2 bath 364 Homestead Street, Detroit Lakes, MN — $329,000 · Est. $1,664/mo · ▼ $7,000 (2%) off, was $336,000, reduced 5 days ago · House for Sale · Rambler · 4 bed · 2 bath · 2,020 sqft · 0.42 ac lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by Opendoor Brokerage, LLC
  41. 2026 single family home for sale at 2010 South Ridge Road in Detroit Lakes, MN — 3 bed, 3 bath 2010 South Ridge Road, Detroit Lakes, MN — $397,399 · Est. $2,009/mo · House for Sale · Two Story · 3 bed · 3 bath · 1,714 sqft · 15,030 sqft lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by REAL (2534 FGO)
  42. 2018 twin home for sale at 1877 Longview Drive in Detroit Lakes, MN — 3 bed, 2 bath 1877 Longview Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN — $380,000 · Est. $1,921/mo · ▼ $10,000 (3%) off, was $390,000, reduced 3 weeks ago · Twin Home for Sale · 3 bed · 2 bath · 1,512 sqft · 0.21 ac lot · ~55 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by HomeSmart Adventure Realty
  43. 1949 single family home for sale at 15588 E Munson Drive in Detroit Lakes, MN — 1 bed, 1 bath 15588 E Munson Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN — $399,900 · Est. $2,022/mo · ▼ $20,000 (5%) off, was $419,900, reduced Jul 27 · House for Sale · Waterfront · 1 bed · 1 bath · — sqft · 0.6 ac lot · ~55 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by REMAX Lakes Region
  44. 1928 single family home for sale at 22548 Senns Beach Drive in Detroit Lakes, MN — 3 bed, 2 bath 22548 Senns Beach Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN — $2,050,000 · Est. $10,366/mo · ▼ $200,000 (9%) off, was $2,250,000, reduced 2 weeks ago · House for Sale · Waterfront · 3 bed · 2 bath · 1,768 sqft · 0.95 ac lot · ~50 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by Counselor Realty Detroit Lakes
  45. 1954 single family home for sale at 308 Sherman Street in Detroit Lakes, MN — 3 bed, 2 bath 308 Sherman Street, Detroit Lakes, MN — $250,000 · Est. $1,264/mo · ▼ $9,000 (3%) off, was $259,000, reduced 3 weeks ago · House for Sale · 3 bed · 2 bath · 1,152 sqft · 0.26 ac lot · ~60 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by Counselor Realty Detroit Lakes
  46. 1926 single family home for sale at 22558 Senns Beach Drive in Detroit Lakes, MN — 3 bed, 1 bath 22558 Senns Beach Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN — $1,550,000 · Est. $7,838/mo · ▼ $100,000 (6%) off, was $1,650,000, reduced 2 weeks ago · House for Sale · Waterfront · 3 bed · 1 bath · 1,338 sqft · 0.56 ac lot · ~50 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by Counselor Realty Detroit Lakes
  47. 2005 townhouse for sale at 1760 Brainard Boulevard in Detroit Lakes, MN — 2 bed, 2 bath 1760 Brainard Boulevard, Detroit Lakes, MN — $344,000 · Est. $1,739/mo · Townhouse for Sale · 2 bed · 2 bath · 1,346 sqft · 0.19 ac lot · ~55 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Counselor Realty Detroit Lakes
  48. 2007 single family home for sale at 1854 Long Lake Road in Detroit Lakes, MN — 4 bed, 3 bath 1854 Long Lake Road, Detroit Lakes, MN — $519,000 · Est. $2,624/mo · ▼ $10,000 (2%) off, was $529,000, reduced 4 weeks ago · House for Sale · Two Story · 4 bed · 3 bath · 3,009 sqft · 0.47 ac lot · ~55 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by HomeSmart Adventure Realty

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do lakefront homes cost in Detroit Lakes?

Waterfront homes on Detroit Lake typically range from $350,000 for a seasonal cabin to over $1,200,000 for luxury lakefront with sandy beach frontage. Off-water homes in the Detroit Lakes area start around $180,000. Prices vary significantly by lake, frontage quality, and whether the property is year-round or seasonal.

Is Detroit Lakes good for year-round living?

Yes. Detroit Lakes has a full downtown with restaurants, shops, grocery stores, healthcare, and good schools. The city has grown as remote work allows more people to live lakeside full-time. Many buyers start with a cabin and transition to year-round living.

How far is Detroit Lakes from Fargo?

About 45 minutes east on Highway 10. Close enough for a weekend cabin and commutable for remote workers who need occasional office days in the metro.

Which lakes near Detroit Lakes are best for swimming?

Detroit Lake itself has one of the best sandy beaches in the region at Washington Park. Pelican Lake is also known for exceptional sandy beaches and clear water. Big Cormorant Lake, closer to Fargo at about 30 minutes out, has good swimming on the south end. We can help match you with the right lake for your priorities.

Can I rent out my Detroit Lakes cabin when I am not using it?

Yes. Detroit Lakes has a strong vacation rental market, especially for lakefront properties during summer. Many owners offset ownership costs by renting their cabin during peak season. Check local short-term rental ordinances before purchasing, as regulations are evolving.

How much do you need to make to buy a house in Detroit Lakes, MN?

It depends heavily on your down payment, interest rate, and other debts, but as a rough guide: with Detroit Lakes's median list price around $450,000, a home near that price typically calls for somewhere around $115,000 to $140,000 in household income. Put more down or buy below the median and it drops; less down or a higher rate pushes it up. Run your own numbers on our home affordability calculator, and we'll help you get pre-approved so you know your real budget before you shop.

Is Detroit Lakes, MN a buyer’s or seller’s market right now?

Right now, Detroit Lakes is a balanced market — homes are selling for about 96% of list price in around 60 days, with roughly 5.2 months of supply, based on the last 90 days of NorthstarMLS closings. Fewer months of supply and homes selling near or above asking favor sellers; more supply and homes sitting longer favor buyers.

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