Douglas County · 243 acres
Lake Cowdry homes for sale
For a lake home on Lake Cowdry, the basics: about 243 acres, 52 feet at the deepest, Douglas County, and Alexandria, Garfield, and Nelson close by. There is public access at one point listed by the Minnesota DNR, and the lake holds walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, and smallmouth bass.
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The lake
About Lake Cowdry
Lake Cowdry is a 243-acre lake on the west edge of Alexandria with a single DNR public access. It is a smaller, quieter alternative to the chain lakes next door.
Lake Cowdry is the 19th-largest of the 24 Douglas County lakes on this site, and Lake Osakis is the largest. Only about 35% of it is under 15 feet deep (the DNR's littoral zone, where most aquatic plants grow), so most of the lake is deeper open water.
From the middle of Lake Cowdry, as the crow flies, it is about 2 miles to Alexandria, 5 miles to Garfield, and 7 miles to Nelson. Janet's office is in Alexandria.
Lake Cowdry facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Surface area | 243 acres |
| Maximum depth | 52 feet |
| Littoral (under 15 ft) | 35% |
| Shoreline | 3.0 miles |
| Public access | Yes, 1 DNR-listed access |
| Fish species (DNR survey) | walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, and smallmouth bass |
| Invasive species (DNR) | zebra mussel |
| County | Douglas County |
| Nearest town | Alexandria |
| Drive from Alexandria | about 1 mi to Alexandria, 5 minutes |
| DNR lake ID | 21-0103-00 |
Figures from the Minnesota DNR LakeFinder, pulled 2026-09-22.
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What to know
Janet on the lakes
Many lake roads around Lake Cowdry are private or association roads. Ask who maintains them, whether they are plowed in winter, and what the annual road or association fee is before you commit.
The buying a lake home guide covers docks, septic, shoreland rules and financing in more detail.
We were in the market for a cabin and met Janet, with our first visit to a cabin we were interested in. Janet worked tirelessly to help us find a place that met our requirements. She was extremely knowledgeable of lakes, homes and their backgrounds. I would recommend Janet for any real estate needs.
Track record
Janet's sales near Lake Cowdry
Of the homes Home Match Realty listed and sold, the closest to Lake Cowdry is in Alexandria, about 2 miles from the lake as the crow flies. One more is in Alexandria (3 miles), and the next closest is in Carlos (8 miles).
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Talk to Janet
What would make Lake Cowdry right for you?
Buyers looking at Lake Cowdry can reach Janet directly at (320) 219-2488. She answers her own phone and replies to every message personally, seven days a week.
If you are selling lakeshore, start with the selling a lake home guide or the home value form.
FAQ
Questions about Lake Cowdry
Is there public access on Lake Cowdry?
The Minnesota DNR lists public access at one point on Lake Cowdry.
What fish are in Lake Cowdry?
The DNR's surveys of Lake Cowdry list walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, and smallmouth bass. The DNR has also confirmed zebra mussels in the lake. Its DNR lake ID is 21-0103-00, and its LakeFinder page has the survey reports.
How deep is Lake Cowdry?
Lake Cowdry reaches 52 feet at its deepest and covers about 243 acres, with 3.0 miles of shoreline. That makes it the 14th-deepest of the 24 Douglas County lakes on this site.
What about the well and septic on Lake Cowdry?
Nearly all lake properties rely on a private well and a septic system. Most counties here require a septic compliance inspection at sale, and Minnesota requires a well disclosure, so both are ordered early.
Ready when you are
Talk to Janet about Lake Cowdry
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