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Cornelius, NC 55+ rental communities & homes for rent
Living in Cornelius
A northern suburb of Charlotte, Cornelius is a lakeside town located in Central North Carolina. Retirees enjoy plentiful lake and water activities as well as a vibrant downtown…
A northern suburb of Charlotte, Cornelius is a lakeside town located in Central North Carolina. Retirees enjoy plentiful lake and water activities as well as a vibrant downtown community. Local breweries, monthly festivals, and abundant parks make this a popular destination for active adults.
Climate & Geography
Cornelius has a humid subtropical climate consisting of warm summers and cool winters. Extreme temperatures are rare, but can occur. There is higher than average rainfall, very little snowfall, and approximately 215 days of sun each year.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
Much of the outdoor recreation in Cornelius revolves around Lake Norman. There are many fishing and boating opportunities at several parks located along the lake, including Jetton Park, Ramsey Creek Park, Robbins Park, and more. The Peninsula Club, the city’s local golf course, is also located on the water.
Old Town Cornelius is the cultural hub of the city. This pedestrian-friendly area has local shops, boutiques, breweries, and art galleries through its corridors. It also hosts several monthly and annual festivals highlighting live music and local food trucks.
More amenities, including museums, high-end shopping and dining, and sporting events can be found in Charlotte, located a half-hour south.
Cost of Living & Taxes
The cost of living in Cornelius is higher than both the national and state averages because of the higher costs of housing, transportation, and health care. Groceries and utilities are below average.
North Carolina is moderately tax friendly for retirees. It does not tax Social Security, but all other forms of retirement income are taxed at the state’s flat rate of 5.5 percent. Property taxes are low and sales taxes are moderate. Prescription medicine is untaxed, but groceries are taxed at 2 percent.
Health Care
The Charlotte metro area ranks in the top 55 communities across the country, according to Gallup’s Well-Being Index.
Although there are no hospitals in Cornelius, the Carolinas Healthcare Northeast in Concord is rated by U.S. News as high performing. Nearby Charlotte has more hospitals, including high performing Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center and nationally ranked Carolinas Medical Center.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Cornelius, there are no large communities, 1 medium community with 500-1000 homes, and 2 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Cornelius has 67 homes, the largest has 688 homes, and the average communities consists of 288 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Cornelius. The most recent communities started in Cornelius include Cornelius Woods, The Courtyards on Lake Norman, Bailey's Glen. There are also 2 communities in Cornelius that offer new construction homes, including Bailey's Glen, Cornelius Woods.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Cornelius.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Cornelius stay on the market for around 349 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $682,121, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in The Courtyards on Lake Norman average around $717,500, while homes in Bailey's Glen average around $646,742.
9 communities near Cornelius
201 homes near Cornelius
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5 beds
|4 baths
|3,463 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,648 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,340 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,875 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,225 sq ft
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5 beds
|4 baths
|3,731 sq ft
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4 beds
|2 baths
|1,864 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,725 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,897 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,725 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,587 sq ft
|Townhouse
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,244 sq ft
|Townhouse
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,182 sq ft
|Townhouse
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,046 sq ft
|Townhouse
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,690 sq ft
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4 beds
|3 baths
|2,690 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,607 sq ft
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4 beds
|3 baths
|2,251 sq ft
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2 beds
|3 baths
|1,560 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,515 sq ft
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1 beds
|2 baths
|1,230 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,500 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,680 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,570 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,408 sq ft
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5 beds
|4 baths
|2,654 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,232 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,698 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,558 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,501 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,904 sq ft
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Frequently Asked Questions
In Cornelius, there are no large communities, 1 medium community with 500-1000 homes, and 2 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Cornelius has 67 homes, the largest has 688 homes, and the average communities consists of 288 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Cornelius. The most recent communities started in Cornelius include Cornelius Woods, The Courtyards on Lake Norman, Bailey's Glen. There are also 2 communities in Cornelius that offer new construction homes, including Bailey's Glen, Cornelius Woods.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Cornelius.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Cornelius stay on the market for around 349 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $682,121, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in The Courtyards on Lake Norman average around $717,500, while homes in Bailey's Glen average around $646,742.
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