Douglas County · 107 acres
Union Lake homes for sale
Homes on Union Lake sit in Douglas County near Forada, Alexandria, and Nelson. The lake is about 107 acres, 45 feet at its deepest, and known for walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, and black crappie, and there is public access at one point listed by the Minnesota DNR.
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The lake
About Union Lake
Union Lake is a small 107-acre lake south of Alexandria near Forada and Nelson. It reaches 45 feet deep and has one DNR concrete ramp.
Distinct from North Union Lake (118 acres, DOW 21-0095-00) west of Alexandria.
Union Lake is the smallest of the 24 Douglas County lakes on this site, and Lake Osakis is the largest. About 53% of it is under 15 feet deep, the DNR's littoral zone where most aquatic plants grow, and the rest is deeper water.
From the middle of Union Lake, as the crow flies, it is about 2 miles to Forada, 4 miles to Alexandria, and 6 miles to Nelson. Janet's office is in Alexandria.
Union Lake facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Surface area | 107 acres |
| Maximum depth | 45 feet |
| Littoral (under 15 ft) | 53% |
| Shoreline | 1.8 miles |
| Public access | Yes, 1 DNR-listed access |
| Fish species (DNR survey) | walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, and black crappie |
| Invasive species (DNR) | zebra mussel |
| County | Douglas County |
| Nearest town | Forada |
| Drive from Alexandria | about 9 mi to Forada, 10 minutes |
| DNR lake ID | 21-0041-00 |
Figures from the Minnesota DNR LakeFinder, pulled 2026-09-22.
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What to know
Janet on the lakes
Shoreline on Union Lake ranges from sand and gravel to reeds and cattails. The type of frontage changes both the price and what a dock can do.
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 Union Lake
Of the homes Home Match Realty listed and sold, the closest to Union Lake is in Alexandria, about 6 miles from the lake as the crow flies. One more is in Alexandria (6 miles), and the next closest is in Villard (8 miles). In Alexandria, whose center is about 4 miles from the lake, Janet represented the buyer in 5 closings (counted, not shown, under NorthstarMLS rules).
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Talk to Janet
What would make Union Lake right for you?
To see what is for sale on Union Lake, call or text Janet at (320) 219-2488 and she will line up showings around your schedule.
If you are selling lakeshore, start with the selling a lake home guide or the home value form.
FAQ
Questions about Union Lake
Is there public access on Union Lake?
The Minnesota DNR lists public access at one point on Union Lake.
What fish are in Union Lake?
The DNR's surveys of Union Lake list walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, and black crappie. The DNR has also confirmed zebra mussels in the lake. Its DNR lake ID is 21-0041-00, and its LakeFinder page has the survey reports.
How deep is Union Lake?
Union Lake reaches 45 feet at its deepest and covers about 107 acres, with 1.8 miles of shoreline. That makes it the 15th-deepest of the 24 Douglas County lakes on this site.
Can I put in a dock and a lift on Union Lake?
Usually yes, within Minnesota DNR rules on dock size and placement and any Douglas County or association limits. Existing docks and lifts are negotiated in the purchase agreement, so say what you want included.
Ready when you are
Talk to Janet about Union Lake
Shoreline moves fast in spring. A short call now puts you first in line.