Douglas County · 2,450 acres
Lake Mary homes for sale
Lake Mary covers about 2,450 acres in Douglas County and reaches 40 feet at its deepest. The closest towns are Alexandria, Forada, and Garfield, and there is public access at two points listed by the Minnesota DNR.
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The lake
About Lake Mary
Lake Mary is a 2,450-acre lake southwest of Alexandria near Holmes City. It is broad and comparatively shallow at 40 feet, with about 45 percent of its area in the littoral zone.
Lake Mary is the fifth-largest of the 24 Douglas County lakes on this site, and Lake Osakis is the largest.
From the middle of Lake Mary, as the crow flies, it is about 6 miles to Alexandria, 7 miles to Forada, and 8 miles to Garfield. Janet's office is in Alexandria.
Lake Mary facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Surface area | 2,450 acres |
| Maximum depth | 40 feet |
| Littoral (under 15 ft) | 45% |
| Shoreline | 11.7 miles |
| Public access | Yes, 2 DNR-listed accesses |
| Fish species (DNR survey) | walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, and black crappie |
| Invasive species (DNR) | zebra mussel |
| County | Douglas County |
| Nearest town | Alexandria |
| Drive from Alexandria | about 1 mi to Alexandria, 5 minutes |
| DNR lake ID | 21-0092-00 |
Figures from the Minnesota DNR LakeFinder, pulled 2026-09-22.
Nearby
Towns on and near Lake Mary
Other lakes nearby
What to know
Janet on the lakes
Many lake roads around Lake Mary 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 Mary
Of the homes Home Match Realty listed and sold, the closest to Lake Mary is in Alexandria, about 4 miles from the lake as the crow flies. One more is in Alexandria (8 miles), and the next closest is in Carlos (13 miles).
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Talk to Janet
What would make Lake Mary right for you?
Buyers looking at Lake Mary 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 Mary
Is there public access on Lake Mary?
The Minnesota DNR lists public access at two points on Lake Mary.
What fish are in Lake Mary?
The DNR's surveys of Lake Mary list walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, and black crappie. The DNR has also confirmed zebra mussels in the lake. Its DNR lake ID is 21-0092-00, and its LakeFinder page has the survey reports.
How deep is Lake Mary?
Lake Mary reaches 40 feet at its deepest and covers about 2,450 acres, with 11.7 miles of shoreline. That makes it the 17th-deepest of the 24 Douglas County lakes on this site.
What about the well and septic on Lake Mary?
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.
From the blog
Reading about Lake Mary
Lakes
Lakes Near Alexandria for a Year-Round Home vs a Cabin
For a year-round home near Alexandria, start with the Chain near town; for a cabin, compare shore and access. Carlos, Ida, Miltona and Osakis compared.
Neighborhoods
Alexandria, MN Neighborhoods: Where People Actually Live
Alexandria, MN housing falls into five areas: the lakeside northeast and northwest, the Broadway grid in town, the Highway 29 corridor and the nearby towns.
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