Cornelius Real Estate

Welcome to Cornelius, a charming city located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Situated just a short drive from the bustling city of Charlotte, Cornelius offers residents a perfect blend of small-town charm and urban convenience.

Known for its picturesque landscapes and serene surroundings, Cornelius is nestled on the shores of Lake Norman, one of the largest man-made lakes in North Carolina. This stunning lake serves as a hub for outdoor activities such as boating, fishing, and water sports, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike.

Cornelius is also home to a vibrant and thriving community. The city boasts a variety of amenities, including top-rated schools, shopping centers, and recreational facilities. Residents can enjoy a leisurely stroll along the charming streets of downtown Cornelius, where they will find a plethora of boutique shops, art galleries, and cozy cafes.

For those seeking a taste of the local culinary scene, Cornelius offers a diverse range of dining options. From trendy farm-to-table restaurants to family-owned eateries serving up Southern comfort food, there is something to satisfy every palate.

In addition to its natural beauty and community spirit, Cornelius hosts a variety of annual events and festivals that bring residents together. Whether it's the Lake Norman Beerfest, the Food Truck Rally, or the Summer Concert Series, there is always something exciting happening in this vibrant city.

With its ideal location, breathtaking scenery, and strong sense of community, Cornelius is truly a place where residents can live, work, and play. Whether you are looking to settle down or explore the great outdoors, this charming city has something for everyone.

Newest Listings in Cornelius

$420,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4439951 MLS

Welcome Home to this beautifully updated property in the heart of Cornelius! Featuring numerous renovations and improvements, this home offers the perfect combination of convenience, recreation, and a peaceful neighborhood setting. Enjoy the community pool, and events, and an incredible location just minutes from everything Lake Norman has to offer. Walk to Birkdale Village, local coffee shops and restaurants, Robbins Park and Westmoreland Athletic Complex. The home is bright and airy with gleaming hardwood floors. Three bedrooms, including one featuring a Murphy Bed. Updated Primary Bathroom, gorgeous moldings, 2 car garage. Very well maintained. This home truly has it all!

8715 Westwind Point Drive, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of EXP Realty LLC Mooresville. elisha.boyle@exprealty.com

$400,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4436460 MLS

Charming Cottage Living with Everyday Convenience! Enjoy the best of both worlds in this well-maintained home, full of character, charm, and modern conveniences. Ideally located just a short walk from grocery stores, food trucks, restaurants, shopping, downtown Cornelius, and the Cain Center for the Arts. This home offers the ease of walkable living in a quaint neighborhood with no HOA. Stroll to the nearby park or Lake Davidson and enjoy all this wonderful location has to offer. Inside, you'll find a bright, open floor plan, while the inviting outdoor living spaces provide the perfect setting to relax or entertain. Full of potential and ready for your personal touch, this charming cottage is a wonderful opportunity to make it your own! Estate Sale – Property Sold As-Is.

21001 Pine Street, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Allen Tate Lake Norman. cathy.staskel@allentate.com

$630,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4415418 MLS

Experience the best of Lake Norman living in desirable McKenzie Place, where an inviting home, exceptional outdoor spaces, and waterfront community amenities come together in one of Cornelius' most convenient locations! A welcoming front porch leads to a beautiful wood-and-glass entry door and an impressive two-story foyer filled with natural light. Inside, attractive flooring and generous living spaces create a warm and inviting atmosphere, with a formal dining room that can easily serve as a home office. The comfortable great room features a gas fireplace and flows into the classic kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, tile backsplash, and adjoining breakfast area. Upstairs, the oversized primary suite offers a spacious retreat with a beautifully appointed bath featuring an expansive vanity, walk-in shower, and stylish freestanding soaking tub, along with an impressive walk-in closet complete with a wood organization system. The secondary bathroom features a dual-sink vanity and updated shower (2025). Outside, enjoy a beautifully designed paver patio with stone firepit, ideal for gathering with friends or relaxing in the fenced backyard (fence installed in 2025). Additional highlights include a spacious main-level laundry room with utility sink, whole-home water filtration system, and two-car garage with epoxy flooring. McKenzie Place residents enjoy HOA-included lawn maintenance, a neighborhood swimming pool, and a waterfront gazebo with boardwalk access to Lake Norman for swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, and more. Just minutes from local favorites like Hello, Sailor and an abundance of shopping, dining, and entertainment, this home offers an outstanding combination of comfort, convenience, and the Lake Norman lifestyle.

20230 Colony Point Lane, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of COMPASS. bostonreid@me.com

$2,900,000

5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 4439776 MLS

Experience waterfront living on Lake Norman in the established Patrick's Purchase community of Cornelius! With beautiful lake views, a floating dock, boat slip, and sandy shoreline area, this property offers an opportunity to enjoy life on the water. Featuring approximately 4,902 square feet of heated living area, this ranch-style home with a finished walkout basement offers 5 bedrooms and multiple gathering spaces across two levels. At the heart of the home is a thoughtfully designed 17' x 17' gourmet kitchen featuring solid wood cabinetry with convenient pull-out storage, and a 9' island with seating for five. Cooking enthusiasts will appreciate the 48" cooktop with four gas burners, grill, and griddle, along with a built-in microwave, convection oven, warming drawer, and separate full-size professional refrigerator and freezer. A tongue-and-groove ceiling adds character, while the kitchen opens to an inviting sitting area with fireplace and breakfast nook, creating a natural gathering place for everyday living and entertaining. An opening connects the kitchen to the dining room, allowing for easy flow between spaces. The main level also includes a primary suite with a renovated bathroom and remodeled cedar lined closets, as well as heated primary bathroom floors, two additional bedrooms, family room, and living room. Step outside onto the open deck to take in the lake views and surrounding scenery. The finished lower level provides additional room for entertaining with a recreation room, wet bar, media room, two bedrooms, and flex space. A covered patio extends the living area outdoors, providing another place to relax while overlooking the water. Along the shoreline, enjoy the sandy seating area, floating dock, and boat slip, creating opportunities for boating, relaxing, and gathering by the lake. Recent improvements include a 2026 update to a section of the floating dock and shoreline landscaping, a 2025 primary suite renovation, new garage doors in 2024, and Rhino Shield ceramic exterior coating, a new driveway and front steps, and primary suite HVAC replacement in 2023. An attached three-car garage on the main level, plus an additional one-car garage with a separate side entrance, provides four garage spaces along with flexibility for parking, storage, or a workshop. With its waterfront setting, versatile floor plan, and opportunities to personalize the interior, this property offers the chance to create your own Lake Norman retreat while enjoying convenient access to Cornelius dining, shopping, and entertainment.

19318 Mary Ardrey Circle, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of Puma & Associates Realty, Inc.. phil@pumahomes.com

$349,900

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4438615 MLS

Come and see this move-in ready four-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home located in the desirable Oakhurst neighborhood! Designed with an inviting floor plan, the interior offers an effortless flow between living and dining spaces. At the center of the home, the updated kitchen comes fully equipped with sleek countertops and stainless steel appliances, creating an ideal setting for daily meal preparation and entertaining. The primary bedroom serves as a private retreat, complete with a generous walk-in closet and an ensuite bathroom featuring a double vanity. This prime location places you moments away from everyday conveniences, offering quick access to local shopping, dining options, healthcare centers, and major routes for an easy commute. Schedule your private showing today!

9661 Bailey Road, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of Entera Realty LLC. listings@enterarealty.com

$375,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4440050 MLS

Discover the charm of Lake Norman living in the desirable Edinburgh Square community of Cornelius! This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo offers over 1,600 square feet of bright, inviting living space, featuring an open floor plan, cozy gas fireplace, and an expansive covered wraparound porch perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The spacious primary suite features a tray ceiling, ceiling fan, walk-in closet, and private bath. Thoughtful touches include a custom shoe closet with custom lighting, adding both style and functionality. Enjoy the convenience of elevator access, a private one-car garage, and a refrigerator, washer, and dryer that are all less than two years old and convey with the home. Furnishings are also less than two years old and may convey with an acceptable offer! Community amenities include a swimming pool, clubhouse, and greenway walking trails. Ideally located just across the street from Lake Norman and minutes from Jetton Park, Birkdale Village, shopping, dining, and I-77. Experience comfortable, low-maintenance living in a fantastic Cornelius location!

8919 Rosalyn Glen Road, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams South Park. nikkiraed@gmail.com

$3,750,000

5 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 4439919 MLS

Waterfront living on Lake Norman takes on a whole new meaning in this exceptional custom home in Cornelius. Designed with incredible attention to detail, every level has been thoughtfully planned and the quality is unmistakable. Soaring 12-foot ceilings, wide-plank European white oak floors, custom millwork, a striking wine wall, a diamond-coffered ceiling, and an oversized arched opening set the tone, while expansive quad-stack sliders create a seamless connection between the home, outdoor living spaces, and the water beyond. At the heart of the home, the kitchen pairs high-end design with exceptional functionality. A 2.5-inch mitered-edge Azurra Bay quartzite island, custom two-tone inset cabinetry, white oak accents, a substantial panel-ready appliance package, and an oversized Venetian plaster range hood create a beautiful gathering space overlooking the lake. Just beyond is a hidden pantry/scullery with custom cabinetry, a full-size refrigerator, second dishwasher, microwave, and abundant storage. The main level also features a private guest suite with its own finished en-suite bath and oversized walk-in shower, ideal for multigenerational living, long-term guests, or a private retreat. Upstairs, the primary suite feels like a true escape, with sliders to a private balcony overlooking the lake, two oversized custom closets with integrated LED lighting, and a spa-inspired bath with marble tile, floor-to-ceiling glass shower, custom cabinetry, dual vanities, and gold fixtures. Three additional bedrooms and a generously sized laundry room with extensive cabinetry and storage complete the upper level. The lower level is a finished basement built as an extension of the home's entertaining space, with a full custom golf simulator, built-in sauna, private home office, second laundry room, and a kitchenette with ice maker and wine cooler. Quad-stack sliders and a pass-through window from the kitchenette open the indoor/outdoor space to the lower terrace, with room for a future pool just outside. It was designed for lake days, pool parties, game days, and evenings with friends. Outside, professionally landscaped grounds lead to a private dock on a peaceful Lake Norman cove. The three covered rear porches offer places to relax, dine, and enjoy the setting, with a future pool area just steps from your door. Located in Bahia Bay in Cornelius, minutes from dining, shopping, and medical care, this home delivers the Lake Norman lifestyle in one of the area's most sought-after waterfront locations. Exceptional craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and waterfront living come together in a home that truly needs to be experienced in person

21216 Rio Oro Drive, Cornelius

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

$410,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4439648 MLS

Welcome home to this simply adorable quaint and cozy 3 bed, 2 bath 1-story bungalow tucked away on a private horseshoe street. Enjoy a spacious open floorplan where living, dining, and kitchen spaces flow seamlessly together for everyday living. The primary bedroom is hidden away with private en suite bath. Enjoy a quiet cup of coffee in the sunroom with views of the parklike fenced backyard that will be a gardener’s dream. Two additional bedrooms and additional full bath provide ample space for all of your family’s needs. The fenced and private lush backyard features a patio perfect for outdoor meals under the new Sun Setter Awning. This home has been lovingly maintained and would be the perfect turnkey home with all new Whirlpool kitchen appliances, new garbage disposal, new Whirlpool washer/dryer, new HVAC system, new gas furnace, new gas water heater, new carpet in bedrooms, and fresh neutral paint throughout! Detached garage. Move right in and start enjoying life in sought after Caldwell Station!

18221 Conductor Court, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of EXP Realty LLC Mooresville. katie.reuben@exprealty.com

17116 Courtside Landing Drive, Cornelius

$675,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4419192 MLS

Highly sought-after Palazzo model in The Courtyards on Lake Norman! This turnkey, main-level living home offers easy, low-maintenance living on a quiet street in a premier Epcon community. The HOA takes care of lawn maintenance, landscaping and irrigation outside of the courtyard, giving you more time to enjoy life! The open floor plan features beautiful engineered hardwood floors throughout the main living areas with abundant natural light and beautiful finishes throughout! Accessibility features include zero-grade entrances at every door, wide hallways, 3-0 interior doors and grab bars. The welcoming Living Room has a feature wall with floating shelves anchored by a gas logs fireplace operated by remote with an adjacent four seasons room. The spacious and functional Kitchen is appointed with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, tile backsplash, pantry cabinet, and an oversized island with breakfast bar. A spacious primary owners suite offers a tray ceiling, en suite bathroom, a large walk-in closet and access to the covered screen porch! The primary bathroom features a dual vanity and a zero-threshold, walk-in tile shower with grab bars for added accessibility. A generous second bedroom, full bathroom and convenient Laundry Room w/utility sink and storage complete the thoughtfully designed layout on the main level. There is a large Bedroom suite upstairs with a full bathroom and great storage--perfect for visiting guests! Enjoy your own private garden oasis with a spacious patio with extended pavers & full fencing. Upgraded landscaping, accent lighting, and a soothing water feature create the perfect setting for relaxing or entertaining. Freshly painted exterior earlier this year. Community amenities include a clubhouse, fitness center, outdoor pool, pond with fountain, sidewalks, streetlights, and walking trails. Ideally located in the heart of Cornelius, just minutes to doctors offices, drug stores, grocery, shopping, dining, golf and parks with lake access. Comfort, convenience and carefree living come together in this exceptional home!

17116 Courtside Landing Drive, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of Lake Norman Realty, Inc. NikkiR@lakenormanrealty.com

$505,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4439404 MLS ⋅ Victoria Bay BLDG.

*Open House, Sunday 11/08 1:00-3:00* This Victoria Bay home truly stands out with its fresh updates, pristine condition, and move-in-ready appeal. Enjoy brand-new luxury vinyl plank flooring and new soft plush carpet, fresh professional interior paint, recent professional landscaping and power washing, and a brand-new 50-gallon water heater. Combined with neutral decor and tasteful updates throughout, this home has a pristine feel that is sure to impress! The open living area on the main level offers an easy flow from the kitchen and breakfast area into the spacious great room, where a fireplace and four large windows overlook the private fenced backyard with gorgeous natural areas and trees. The white cabinet kitchen features granite countertops, tile backsplash, a center island, and large pantry, while the formal dining room offers tray ceilings and heavy moldings. There is also plenty of room for casual dining, board games, or meetings in the eat-in breakfast area, in-between the kitchen and living room. The backyard is another special feature, offering two distinct outdoor living spaces. Enjoy grilling and dining al fresco on the flagstone patio just off the house, or head to the slightly elevated, wooded section of the backyard, where a second patio with a fire pit and room for Adirondack chairs creates a great spot to relax and unwind. Upstairs, the primary suite features a generous walk-in closet and private bath with a garden tub and separate shower. Three additional bedrooms, a second full bath with dual vanities, and a spacious upstairs laundry room add to the home's convenient layout. Victoria Bay offers great amenities, including an outdoor pool, tennis and pickleball courts, basketball, sports courts, and walking trails that run along Lake Norman and provide lake access. Conveniently located near highly rated schools, shopping, parks, the library, and the Cain Center for the Arts, this lake community is where you want to come home.

18832 Victoria Bay Drive, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of NextHome World Class. celebrationsrealty@gmail.com

$175,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 4439331 MLS

Great investment opportunity in Cornelius! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home that sits on a nice lot with tons of potential. Whether you're an investor looking for your next project or a buyer wanting to make it your own, this property has plenty to offer. Location is a big plus! Just minutes from downtown Cornelius, the Cain Center for the Arts, Antiquity Town Center, and downtown Davidson. Enjoy easy access to Lake Norman, local restaurants, shopping, and I-77. Don't miss this opportunity in a great Cornelius location!

19501 Meridian Street, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of L&E Properties. c.helms@leproperties.com

$620,000

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4439370 MLS

Welcome home to the highly desirable Westmoreland neighborhood! This spacious 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers a fantastic floor plan with plenty of room for everyone. Step onto the inviting covered front porch and into a bright, open living space designed for comfortable everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen, breakfast area, and great room flow seamlessly together, creating the perfect gathering space. The main-level primary suite offers convenience and privacy, complete with an ensuite bathroom and a separate half bath for guests. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a versatile loft, perfect for a second living area, home office, or playroom. Step outside onto the large rear deck, ideal for entertaining, grilling, or simply relaxing. Freshly painted throughout, this move-in-ready home is waiting for its new owners! It's a great price for a 5 bedroom home in Cornelius. Close to Lake Norman, shopping, restaurants, and entertainment. Don't miss your opportunity to make this beautiful Westmoreland home yours. Schedule your showing today!

17621 Harbor Walk Drive, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of NextHome Choice Realty. jking@Nexthomechoicerealty.com

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