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    The Verandas at Lake Norman

    18510 The Commons Boulevard, Cornelius, NC 28031
    (205) 533-8675
    $1,170+ moTotal price12-mo lease
    Rent Savings

    Top rated for Location
    So far so good, easy move in, quick maintenance response, quiet complex, very clean upon move-in.
    23 units available
    1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Putting green, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more

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  • Sailpointe at Lake Norman Apartment Homes

    $1,175
    21222 Nautique Blvd, Cornelius, NC 28031
    (704) 610-1332
    Rent Savings

    13 units available
    1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more

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  • River Rock at Alexander Farms - 55+ Apartment Homes

    9128 Angels Envy Drive, Cornelius, NC 28031
    (205) 782-8406
    $3,349 moTotal price12-mo lease
    Rent Savings
    senior

    9 units available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Golf room, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more

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  • The Venue on South Main

    $1,355
    21501 Hickory St, Cornelius, NC 28031
    (704) 253-8630
    Rent Savings

    11 units available
    1 bed • 2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Nest technology, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more

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  • One Norman Square

    $1,275
    19532 One Norman Boulevard, Cornelius, NC 28031
    (704) 207-0087
    Rent Savings

    18 units available
    1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Putting green, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher + more

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  • Bexley at Lake Norman

    $1,299
    20705 Sterling Bay Lane East, Cornelius, NC 28031
    (201) 596-8672
    Rent Savings

    21 units available
    1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more

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  • 19608 Feriba Place

    $1,795
    19608 Feriba Place, Cornelius, NC 28031
    (704) 228-9311

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Walk in closets, Pool, and Fireplace

  • 18816 Nautical Dr

    $2,000
    18816 Nautical Drive, Cornelius, NC 28031
    (877) 751-1677

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more

  • Renovated 3Bd, 2.5Ba End Unit Lake Norman Townhome with Fenced-in Yard and 1 Car Garage Coming Soon

    $2,400
    17924 Ragtop Day Lane, Cornelius, NC 28031
    (980) 505-2505

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Recently renovated + more

  • 2BR Condo in Cornelius

    $1,695
    19808 Feriba Place, Cornelius, NC 28031
    (704) 451-8223

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Walk in closets, Pool + more

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  • Coming Soon! Lake-area living, 2 Bedroom Apartment

    $1,600
    19626 Feriba Place, Cornelius, NC 28031
    (704) 817-9533

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Air conditioning, Ceiling fan, Concierge, Microwave, and Range

  • 2-Bedroom Cornelius Condo with Garage + Easy Access to Greenway

    $1,600
    9121 McDowell Creek Court, Cornelius, NC 28031
    (704) 661-3300

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dogs allowed, Garage, Recently renovated, and Walk in closets

  • Welcome to this stunning 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath home nestled in the desirable location of Cornelius, NC.

    $2,399
    10122 Victoria Blake Drive, Cornelius, NC 28031
    (704) 614-1282

    1 unit available
    5 bed
    Amenities

    On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated + more

  • Fully Furnished Lakefront Home

    $6,500
    16946 Belle Isle Drive, Cornelius, NC 28031
    (704) 528-4895

    1 unit available
    4 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Garage, Fireplace, and Furnished

  • 8204 Viewpoint Lane Professionally Managed by Select Real Estate

    $2,550
    8204 Viewpoint Lane, Cornelius, NC 28031
    (704) 308-1497

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Garage, and Stainless steel

  • 18701 Nautical Drive unit: 203

    $1,725
    18701 Nautical Drive, Cornelius, NC 28031
    (704) 724-7888

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Parking, Walk in closets, Pool + more

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Cornelius Rent Report: December 2025

Welcome to the Apartment List December 2025 Rent Report for Cornelius, NC. Currently, the overall median rent in the city stands at $1,469, after rising 0.5% last month. Prices and are now up 0.9% year-over-year. Read on to learn more about what’s been happening in the Cornelius rental market and how it compares to trends throughout the broader Charlotte metro area and the nation as a whole.

Living in Cornelius, NC

Cornelius sits on the shore of Lake Norman, the largest man-made lake in North Carolina. The 34 mile-long lake offers 520 miles of shoreline.

Located along the southeastern shore of mammoth Lake Norman, the town of Cornelius is a northern neighbor of North Carolina's metropolis, Charlotte

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