Cornelius, NC Real Estate

Cornelius, NC

Cornelius refers to itself as the "Gateway to Lake Norman." It covers a relatively small physical area of just over 12 square miles on the east side of Lake Norman. Much of that area is on one large peninsula sticking out into the lake where many nice waterfront homes are located. It sits just north of Huntersville and less than 30 minutes to Uptown Charlotte. With a population of 24,866 at the 2010 census, that number is now over 30,000.

Cornelius is home to two of the most popular lake-access parks; Jetton Park and Ramsey Creek Park. Both have trails, picnic facilities and host many events. Ramsey Creek Park also has a boat launch, off-leash dog park, and a new public beach.

Many of the most popular waterfront condos are located in Cornelius. You will also find plenty of single-family homes, popular schools, ample shopping, restaurants, and services.

Newest Cornelius Real Estate Listings

$525,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4414976 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Step inside this thoughtfully updated 4-bedroom home in Glenridge, offering nearly 2,400 square feet and a highly functional floor plan. The main level features a dramatic two-story foyer, formal dining room, spacious sunken living room with fireplace, and a generously sized kitchen with granite countertops, refinished white cabinetry, and all-new Whirlpool appliances. Updated lighting throughout the home adds a fresh, modern touch. Upstairs, you’ll find four spacious bedrooms with vaulted and tray ceilings that enhance the sense of space and natural light. All bathrooms have been updated with granite countertops, and there’s no carpet anywhere in the home. The interior has also been freshly painted throughout. Outside, enjoy the professionally landscaped backyard with privacy fencing and a cozy firepit—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Glenridge is located in the J.V. Washam Elementary, Bailey Middle, and Hough High school district and offers convenient access to Lake Norman, restaurants, grocery stores, breweries, Birkdale Village, and more.

19300 Kanawha Drive, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of Southern Homes of the Carolinas, Inc. julie@juliewilliamsrealestate.com

$347,500

3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4414917 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Opportunity knocks in one of Cornelius' most sought-after locations! If you've been searching for a home you can customize and build equity in from day one, this is it. A plumbing leak in the first-floor bathroom has already been repaired, but the renovation was paused due to an unexpected major life event. The seller has since accepted a new role and must relocate quickly, creating an incredible opportunity for the next owner. Bring your own vision, choose your favorite flooring, pick your own paint colors, and make this home your own. Priced well below the average sales price for the area, this is a rare chance to purchase in a prime Lake Norman community at an exceptional value. The location is hard to beat. Just minutes from Lake Norman, Birkdale Village, shopping, dining, grocery stores, parks, marinas, and all the conveniences along Exit 28 of I-77, you'll enjoy quick access to Charlotte while living in one of the region's most desirable lake communities. Whether you're a homeowner looking to create your dream space or an investor searching for your next project, this home offers outstanding potential, an unbeatable location, and instant upside. Don't miss your chance to capitalize on the seller's expedited timeline and make this Cornelius opportunity yours today. Preferred Lender Incentive Available - 1% Lender Credit towards closing cost. Contact Matt Richardson at 803.622.8023 or matt.richardson@homesimply.com for additional details and qualifications

19010 Lake Breeze Drive, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of Realty One Group Revolution. Tracemanning@gmail.com

$2,099,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4414216 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Beautifully updated Simonini custom home in gated Shadowcreek, extensively enhanced by the current owners both inside and out. Offering over 4,000 square feet, the home features a highly desirable floor plan with the primary suite, a second bedroom and private office on the main level, plus two additional bedrooms and a spacious bonus room upstairs. The kitchen features professional-grade appliances, marble countertops, custom cabinetry and a large center island opening to the main living areas. The owners have thoughtfully elevated the home with renovated bathrooms, designer lighting, an updated fireplace, a dedicated wine feature, fresh interior paint and significant improvements to the oversized three-car garage. One of the most impressive additions is the backyard transformation. The owners added a custom pool and spa, enhanced the landscaping and upgraded the covered porch with remote-controlled screens, creating a private outdoor retreat perfect for entertaining and relaxing. Set on a quiet cul-de-sac overlooking the neighborhood pond, Shadowcreek offers the privacy of a gated community with an ideal Cornelius location. Just minutes from Lake Norman, Jetton Park, The Peninsula Club, Fresh Market, restaurants and shopping. HOA dues include lawn maintenance, water and sewer for easy, low-maintenance living.

19608 Olde Spring Court, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of Ivester Jackson Christie's. marykay@ivesterjackson.com

$529,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4414705 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Beautiful home located in desirable Bailey Glen. The floor plan is a ideal entertaining in the kitchen, great room and dining room and sunroom. The split -bedroom layout will support office or exercise space. The master suite features a walk in closet, a beautiful primary bathroom with double vanity . Home has neutral colors throughout and is move in ready. The community features top tier amenities including a clubhouse, pool, game room, library, fitness center, pickleball/tennis courts and a vibrant social calendar.

11607 Meetinghouse Drive, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of Premier South. beckywilhelm82214@gmail.com

$3,195,000

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4409057 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Welcome to 20334 Bethelwood, a private Lake Norman estate with grandfathered deep-water dock & new pool on 1.5 acres. Wake up each morning to breathtaking lake views from this private waterfront estate, ideally positioned along one of Cornelius’s most desirable streets. Offering 93 feet of updated shoreline, protected deep water & quick access to the open lake, this exceptional property combines the tranquility of a secluded cove with convenient access to Catawba Avenue, I-77 & Uptown Charlotte. A gated entrance opens to an impressive approximately 475-foot tree-lined driveway surrounded by mature landscaping, wooded natural areas & expansive lawns. Nearly $500,000 has been invested in extensive improvements throughout the property, including the new pool & spa, updated shoreline, landscaping & tree work, expanded driveway & parking, irrigation, HVAC systems & other enhancements, creating a truly turnkey Lake Norman estate. Green Giant evergreens provide additional screening near the lake, while a dry creek bed helps manage hillside drainage. New sod, expanded driveway & additional parking further enhance the estate. At the water, paver steps lead directly to the shoreline, beach area & property’s grandfathered covered dock—an increasingly rare Lake Norman feature. The dock includes a floating boat slip with lift, boathouse & covered waterside lounge, all positioned on protected deep water. Its substantial grandfathered footprint offers an opportunity that cannot be replicated under today’s shoreline regulations. Outdoor living spaces were designed for effortless entertaining. Added in 2021, the custom heated saltwater pool & spa overlook the lake & feature travertine coping, spacious paver sun deck & protective pool cover. With the sun rising over the lake & setting behind the home, the pool receives beautiful morning light followed by welcome afternoon & evening shade. A covered Trex deck extends the living space outdoors, while the spa-inspired entertaining area beneath offers generous room for dining & lounging. Ceiling fans, TV connections & speaker wiring make it ideal for lake days, game nights & relaxed evenings with family & friends. Inside, more than 4,600 square feet of custom-built living space includes five bedrooms & four full bathrooms, with lake views from nearly every room. The main level features an inviting great room with stacked-stone wood-burning fireplace, light-filled sunroom & spacious kitchen with center island. Luxury vinyl plank flooring has been added in the main-level bedrooms & throughout the finished walkout lower level. The lower level provides flexible space for recreation, entertaining or multigenerational living, along with a second wood-burning fireplace & direct access to the backyard, pool & lake. A neutral interior palette creates a bright, updated backdrop ready for any style. The home has been meticulously maintained & thoughtfully improved, with dual HVAC systems replaced in 2020 & 2023, two refrigerators, dishwasher, washer & dryer, & upgraded lake-fed irrigation system with new high-capacity pump powerful enough to support an additional front-yard zone. Additional features include a charming storage shed with electricity & city sewer, plus water lines already installed for a future city-water connection, pending meter installation & final connection. With no HOA, exceptional privacy, heated pool & spa, extensive outdoor living areas, grandfathered deep-water dock & convenient I-77 access, this property offers a Lake Norman lifestyle increasingly difficult to find. Enjoy it as-is, or make it the foundation for a one-of-a-kind forever home on a waterfront lot that simply cannot be duplicated. Once-in-a-generation lakefront properties like this rarely reach the market. This is the one.

20334 Bethelwood Lane, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Allen Tate Lake Norman. anita.sabates@allentate.com

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