About 13% of Lake Fenton households rent, roughly 300 homes out of 2,800.
| Population | 6,417 |
| Households that rent | 348 (12.6%) |
| Median gross rent | $1,547 per month |
| Median home value | $396,800 |
| Median household income | $116,352 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates (tables B01003, B25003, B25064, B25077, B19013).
| ZIP code | 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds |
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| 48430 | $1,340 | $1,580 | $2,040 | $2,360 |
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These are the fair market rents HUD sets for fiscal year 2027, used for housing choice voucher payments. HUD sets them a little below the middle of the market and includes utilities, so a well-kept home may rent for more. A free rental analysis gives you a figure for your specific address.
Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Small Area Fair Market Rents, FY 2027. The ZIP codes shown cover Lake Fenton; a ZIP code can extend into neighboring communities.
Lake Fenton is an unincorporated community in Fenton Township, so Fenton Township’s rules apply. As of October 2026, Fenton Township does not list a rental registration or rental inspection program for long-term rentals on its website.
Owners can confirm current requirements with the Fenton Township Building Department at (810) 629-6711 before leasing.
Sources: Fenton Township, Building and Fenton Township, General Ordinance Compilation.
Lake Fenton is in Fenton Township, and Lake Fenton Community Schools has its district office on Torrey Road in the community. The township as a whole is split between the Lake Fenton, Fenton and Linden school districts, so it is worth confirming the district for an address near the edge of the area. The southern end of the lake reaches the northern border of the City of Fenton. Lake Fenton addresses use ZIP code 48430.
Sources: Lake Fenton Community Schools, Enrollment, Genesee County Equalization Department, Apportionment Report, City of Fenton, 2021 Master Plan and U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 ZCTA to place relationship file.
We also manage rental homes and multi-family units in Fenton, Holly Township, Linden, Holly and Grand Blanc. See every community we serve in Genesee County.
What is the average rent in Lake Fenton, MI?
The median gross rent in Lake Fenton is $1,547 per month, according to the Census Bureau's 2020–2024 American Community Survey. Two-bedroom rentals have a median of $1,540.
Do I need to register my rental property in Lake Fenton?
Lake Fenton is unincorporated and sits in Fenton Township. As of October 2026, Fenton Township does not list a registration program for long-term rentals on its website or in its compilation of general ordinances. Owners can confirm current requirements with the Fenton Township Building Department at (810) 629-6711.
How often does Lake Fenton inspect rental properties?
Fenton Township, which covers Lake Fenton, does not state an inspection interval for long-term rentals. Owners can confirm current requirements with the Fenton Township Building Department at (810) 629-6711.
How many homes in Lake Fenton are rentals?
About 13% of occupied homes in Lake Fenton are rented, roughly 300 households, according to the Census Bureau.
What types of Lake Fenton properties do you manage?
We manage and lease single-family homes and multi-family units in Lake Fenton and across Genesee County.
How do I find out what my Lake Fenton home will rent for?
Request a free rental analysis and we will send you a rent estimate for your address.