Looking For Things To Do In Cornelius? 

Explore The Nature

Jetton Park

This 104-acre park on Lake Norman offers biking and walking trails, picnic decks, 8 tennis courts, a playground, and a beach (no swimming).

Lake Norman Mini Golf

Play a round of mini-golf, attempt the Laser Maze Challenge, test your strength on the Climbing Wall, and even go Axe Throwing while enjoying a snow cone or scoop of ice cream.  

Carolina Boat Rentals

Rent a boat or jet ski for the day, take a boat tour of Lake Norman, and enjoy swimming and tubing.

 

Have A Shopping Spree

The Shoppes at Oak Street Mill

Enjoy a day of walking around downtown Cornelius. Stop at the locally owned gift shops, antique stores, boutiques, and book stores. You're guaranteed to find something you love with a wide variety of shops available! You have to check out these shops: 

Jetton Village Shoppes

This neighborhood shopping center is the perfect place to buy your groceries for the week, get your nails and hair done, and even stop at the gym for a quick workout. 

Local Boutiques

Shop Cornelius's many local boutiques. Check out Ava Lilly's discount designer clothing, Sweet Magnolia's classic southern style with a unique twist, and CoCo Couture LKN's sophisticated take on shabby chic. 

 

Go Out To Eat

Lucky Dog Bark & Brew

You have to check out this adorable dog bar! Bring your furry friend, play with all the dogs, enjoy a drink, and even grab a bite to eat from the local food trucks.

Carolina Cones

This small family-owned ice cream shop has some of the best ice cream, a playhouse, games for kids, and even features a large garden center. 

Hello, Sailor

Drive via car or boat to this restaurant and enjoy simple seafood food with a fantastic view of Lake Norman 

 

New Listings In Cornelius

$395,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4419666 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Immaculate bungalow-style condo with a 1-car garage in the desirable waterfront community of Wood Duck Cove! Ideally located within walking distance to shopping, dining, and a grocery store, and just minutes from Birkdale Village for even more shopping, dining, and entertainment. This beautifully upgraded home features a spacious primary suite on the main level and quality finishes throughout. The custom kitchen offers upgraded cabinetry and granite countertops, while the primary bath is a true retreat with marble flooring, an oversized custom-tiled shower, and a custom vanity with marble countertop. The bright and inviting living room is filled with natural light and features real hardwood flooring, a wood-burning fireplace, and a warm, open feel. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and abundant storage and closet space. Enjoy the convenience of a 1-car garage with epoxy flooring, plus a private fenced patio offering lovely views and a peaceful outdoor setting. Wood Duck Cove offers an exceptional Lake Norman lifestyle with beautifully maintained common areas, walking trails, and stunning lake views. Residents also enjoy access to a waterfront community boat dock, swimming pool, and kayak/canoe storage. Beautifully updated, wonderfully located, and surrounded by the amenities of lake living—this is the lifestyle you've been waiting for!

7615 Woods Lane Unit #59, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of Lake Norman Realty, Inc.. 704-892-9673
$430,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4420138 MLS ⋅ COMING SOON Status
Single-story ranch home in a highly sought-after, NON-HOA neighborhood just minutes from the heart of downtown Cornelius! Enjoy true walkability to local coffee shops, restaurants, Cain Center of the Arts and grocery stores — all while living in a quiet, established community with no HOA. This move-in ready 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom ranch home offers 1,500 square feet of thoughtfully designed single-level living. Freshly painted throughout, the home also features brand-new flooring in the primary bedroom and primary bathroom. Plenty of closet space, guest bedroom has walk-in closet! Spacious 2-car garage paired with a fenced backyard give this home everything that you need. Cornelius offers so many local events in downtown that you can walk to. Downtown Cornelius continues to evolve, with the Town's recently released 2050 Downtown Master Plan outlining a long-term vision focused on revitalization, connectivity, and enhanced community spaces: https://cornelius.org/government/departments/planning_/downtown_master_plan/index.php

10333 Danesway Lane, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of Costello Real Estate and Investments LLC. adamc@costellorei.com
$625,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4419919 MLS ⋅ COMING SOON Status

18669 Vineyard Point Lane, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Lake Norman. kw123sold@gmail.com
$1,079,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4419384 MLS ⋅ COMING SOON Status
Location, location, location! Enjoy the best of Lake Norman living from this waterfront home in the highly desirable Bahia Bay community. Ideally situated in a peaceful cove just off the main channel, you can enjoy quieter water at home while still being only minutes by boat from waterfront dining and entertainment. The outdoor living space is designed for relaxing and entertaining, with expansive lake views, a spacious covered porch, outdoor kitchen, gas grill and refrigerator. A private dock, electric boat lift and jet ski ramp/lift make it easy to take full advantage of life on the water. Inside, the home offers three levels of living space with a flexible layout, custom finishes and plenty of room for family and guests. The main level features open-concept living, while the primary suite is privately located upstairs. Additional highlights include a fenced backyard with automatic gate, HVAC replaced in 2020, and roof and exterior paint completed in 2022. Bahia Bay also offers a community boat launch, docks and picnic area. Leave the car at home—bike or take the golf cart to nearby shopping centers, grocery stores, restaurants and everyday conveniences, all just minutes away. With quick access to I-77, shopping, dining, Birkdale Village and everything Cornelius and Lake Norman have to offer, this location is hard to beat.

21624 Rio Oro Drive Unit #50, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of Real Broker, LLC. kimsellsatthelake@gmail.com
$385,000
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 4418542 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Beautifully updated and move-in ready in desirable Cornelius! This 3-bedroom home features hardwood floors, fairly new windows, new doors, and an updated kitchen and bath — with room to add a second bathroom. The fenced backyard offers space for entertaining, gardening, or relaxing outdoors, plus a storage shed for extra storage. Zoned for Bailey Middle (10/10 GreatSchools rating), Cornelius Elementary, and William Amos Hough High. Minutes from Lake Norman, downtown Cornelius, shopping, and dining, with an established neighborhood feel amid ongoing area growth. Updated. Move-in ready. Fenced yard. Welcome home to Carter Circle! Schedule your tour today! Seller is offering one year home warranty. Pictures and measurements are coming soon

19213 Carter Circle, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty. danna@cornerstonelivingrg.com
$1,300,000
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4417399 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
A rare find on one of the few lake-access communities in Cornelius. This all brick beauty sits on a private .6 acres lot in a cul-de-sac. Nestled on one of the select lake access communities, this 5 bedroom 2.5 bath residence delivers the trifecta every luxury buyer is chasing: space, privacy and location that puts Lake Norman and Charlotte both within easy reach. From the moment you arrive beneath the mature shade trees, the classic all brick exterior, arched entry transom, and black shuttered windows signal timeless quality. Step inside to a dramatic two-story foyer filled with natural light, setting the tone for an open floor plan spanning 3281 square feet. The main level flows beautifully from the formal living room, to dining room, to a chef-ready kitchen featuring granite countertops and a large eating area that opens seamlessly into the great room, where a warm fireplace anchors the room. A main-level laundry room with a sink adds everyday convenience. Upstairs all 5 bedrooms offer privacy from the main living areas --- including a specious primary suite, 4 secondary bedrooms, and two full bathrooms that have been beautifully remodeled in 2025, including then primary shower and Jack and Jill layout, giving this home a fresh, move-in-ready feel where it counts . Step outside to the true showstopper: an oversized covered patio measuring 52 by 19 feet, complete with ceiling fans and a wood burning outdoor fireplace --- the kind of space the turns an ordinary evening into an occasion. A separate covered hot tub area invites year-round relaxation, while the private, beautifully landscaped back yard, dotted with fig trees, offers a peaceful retreat that is hard to find this close to the lake. This home has been thoughtfully updated for the next owner: New roof (2024), remodeled primary shower and Jack and Jill bath (2025), a new upstairs HVAC unit (2026), a finished garage, and upgraded wiring throughout. This home is ready for you to move in and enjoy. As one of the few communities in Cornelius offering direct lake access, residents enjoy a community boat ramp and launch on Lake Norman, along with a small day-dock area, perfect for a spontaneous afternoon on the water. Come gather with friends and neighbors at the community picnic area located right on the lake. The location does not stop at the shoreline. You are just minutes away from I-77 for effortless commuting, a short drive to Birkdale Village for premier shopping, dining, and entertainment, and only 10 minutes to the charm of downtown Davidson and Huntersville. Charlotte itself is only 30 minutes away, putting professional sporting events, world-class dining, and the city's vibrant cultural scene well within reach whenever you want it. This s more than a house --- it's a lifestyle. Lake access, luxury finishes, room to grow, and a location that lets you have it all. Homes like this, in communities like this, simply don't come around often. NOTE: Seller has a transferrable American Home Shield Home Warranty.

21717 Shoveller Court, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices Landmark Prop. rosecar@me.com
$2,150,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 4415914 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
A hidden retreat in the heart of Cornelius. Tucked behind the gates of Shadow Creek, this exceptional residence offers the rare luxury of feeling worlds away while being remarkably close to everything that makes the Lake Norman lifestyle so desirable. The experience begins before you reach the front door. Follow Olde Quarry Lane across the bridge and along the neighborhood’s picturesque pond, where the home gradually reveals itself beyond the water. Set on approximately .63 acres, one of the largest and most private homesites in Shadow Creek, the stone and cedar residence enjoys a beautiful pond front setting surrounded by mature landscaping and natural beauty, creating a setting that feels both established and remarkably serene. Inside, a sense of scale and craftsmanship is immediately apparent. Soaring ceilings, extensive millwork, solid wood doors, custom cabinetry and rich, site finished Peruvian walnut floors lend warmth and character throughout. The thoughtfully designed kitchen opens to generous living and gathering spaces, while the open floor plan, oversized windows and expansive sliding glass doors with custom Phantom Screens create a seamless connection to the outdoors and fill the home with natural light. The main level primary suite and en suite are thoughtfully positioned to take full advantage of the tranquil setting, with easy access to the outdoors and beautiful views of the surrounding landscape. And outside is where this property becomes truly special. An expansive patio with outdoor kitchen, grill and griddle, television and integrated audio offers an extraordinary setting for entertaining, dining or simply enjoying the surrounding landscape. Mature plantings provide exceptional privacy, while the nearby pond and protected natural areas bring an ever changing backdrop of wildlife and nature. The home has been meticulously maintained and extensively enhanced, including significant investments in landscaping, drainage and privacy, upgraded lighting and whole home technology, garage improvements and EV charging, updated systems and appliances, and numerous additional improvements designed for both comfort and longevity. Perhaps most remarkable is the balance of privacy and convenience. Shadow Creek offers a true lock-and-leave lifestyle, with HOA dues covering routine lawn and landscape maintenance, water and sewer, gated access and security, gate maintenance, and comprehensive pond and common area maintenance. Owners remain responsible for seasonal enhancements and plantings on their individual lots, with preferred pricing and a dedicated service portal available through the community’s landscape contractor. Ideally located near Lake Norman, Shadow Creek is also just minutes from boat clubs, marinas, boat storage, golf and tennis clubs, yacht clubs, and social memberships, including The Peninsula Club, River Run, and Trump International Golf Club. Enjoy a peaceful, private setting surrounded by water and nature, ideally situated close to I-77, Lake Norman, restaurants, coffee shops, shopping and everyday conveniences. Private, beautifully established and exceptionally convenient, 21314 Olde Quarry Lane offers a lifestyle that is increasingly difficult to find in the heart of Cornelius.

21314 Olde Quarry Lane, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of Premier Sotheby's International Realty. ben.bowen@premiersir.com
$495,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4417979 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Handy buyers and investors, book your appointment now. This is a great opportunity for those who have always wanted to renovate their home and make it their own, while enjoying a fantastic location in a highly desired school district. 20601 Willow Pond Rd is a solid house in a peaceful, well-established neighborhood just a mile from exit 28 and Catawba Ave, giving you access to everything you may need. Right now, it just needs a little love. The current owners converted the original walk-in attic into a spacious bonus/4th bedroom (permitted) that just needs some final touches. This house is looking for someone ready to pour some TLC into it — and with that, it will be amazing. Zoned for some of the most sought-after schools in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools district: Cornelius Elementary, Bailey Middle, and Hough High. You have to see it in person to understand. House sold AS IS.

20601 Willow Pond Road, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of Ivester Jackson Christie's. claudia@ivesterjackson.com
$259,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4417839 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Secured via code building in the heart of downtown Cornelius where you could access grocery, drug store, restaurants and the Cain center for arts all with no car! This thoughtful floor plan has a balcony on rear and off the front living area to enjoy the large tree lined street. Bedrooms have walk in closets and separated each having a full bath to utilize. Owners have just put in new lighting, dishwasher, kitchen fooring, kitchen counter tops and new dark door hardware.Enjoy the freshly painted interior in a nice neutral color. Living area comes equipped with a fireplace and an open view to kitchen. Enjoy the space for eat in dining table in addition to plenty of room for barstools at the large kitchen peninsula . This unit also offers a nice amenities such as a gym and pool! A very rare price to live in Cornelius, with low HOA dues. Open House Saturday 12-2 August 29!

21246 Hickory Street, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Unified. robin@homesbyrobin.com
$1,250,000
4 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 4417192 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Beautifully crafted custom home located in the heart of Cornelius. Renovated bathrooms and tons of updates make this home a must see! The attention to detail throughout the home will not disappoint. The updated kitchen (2021) features custom cabinetry with lighting, solid surface countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas range and sleek finishes ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Spacious dining room with tray ceiling and custom draperies. Unwind in the cozy living room with a gas log floor to ceiling fireplace, built ins, vaulted ceiling and tons of natural light! Oversized primary suite offers a peaceful retreat complete with abundant windows, an additional sitting area and renovated luxurious ensuite bath featuring custom dual vanities, a free standing soaking tub and separate tiled shower (2026). Who needs a spa day with this bathroom! An additional bedroom, full bath and office with coffered ceilings and French doors complete the main level. Upstairs features an oversized bonus room with built in bar, a full bath and an additional bedroom with ensuite bath. This space is perfect for recreation, guests or additional living areas. And if this home isn't impressive enough, the spacious in-law suite completely transforms how the home functions. With a full kitchen and private entrance your options are endless with this space! Step outside to enjoy the covered porch and extended paver patio with fire pit overlooking the fenced private backyard. There is plenty of room for outdoor dining, relaxing or play! New interior and exterior paint. Rockridge Shores offers community lake access including a boat ramp, day dock and paddlesport launch! Don't miss out on this gem!

21253 Sandy Cove Road, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Paracle. thenson@paraclerealty.com
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