Cornelius Homes with Farmhouse Style

Welcome to Cornelius, a charming city located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Known for its picturesque landscapes and friendly community, Cornelius offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and modern amenities.

Nestled in the heart of Mecklenburg County, Cornelius is surrounded by the natural beauty of Lake Norman. With its stunning waterfront views and numerous recreational activities, this city is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Boating, fishing, and water sports are just a few of the many activities that residents can enjoy on the lake.

One of the unique features of Cornelius is its homes with farmhouse style. True to their traditional roots, these homes exude a rustic and cozy charm that is hard to resist. With their characteristic gabled roofs, wrap-around porches, and wide-plank wood floors, farmhouse-style homes in Cornelius offer a nostalgic ambiance that takes you back in time. Whether you're looking for a spacious farmhouse with acres of land or a smaller, more intimate dwelling, Cornelius has a variety of options to suit different tastes and preferences.

In addition to its beautiful homes, Cornelius boasts a vibrant downtown area filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment options. Residents can enjoy strolling along the charming streets, exploring boutiques, and dining at local eateries. The city also hosts various community events and festivals throughout the year, fostering a strong sense of community and camaraderie among its residents.

If you're looking for a city that combines natural beauty, a close-knit community, and charming farmhouse-style homes, Cornelius is the perfect place to call home. Come and discover all that this wonderful city has to offer!

Newest Cornelius Homes with Farmhouse Style

$899,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4411441 MLS ⋅ 1,868 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Prime Catawba Avenue Location! Charming circa 1930 mill house, completely remodeled in 2018, offering +/- 0.36 acres, 1,868 SF, and Neighborhood Mixed Use (NMX) zoning. Ideally located on Catawba Avenue with excellent visibility and exceptional access to downtown Cornelius, Cain Arts, Cornelius Elementary, shopping, dining and more. The recently approved 2050 Cornelius Downtown Master Plan adds even more excitement, with a sweeping vision for the future of downtown—including expanded walkability, gathering spaces, connectivity, amenities and continued investment in Downtown. The NMX zoning and prominent Catawba Avenue location offer intriguing flexibility for the future, including short-term rentals (Transient Occupancy), while the beautifully updated home is ready to be enjoyed today. Thoughtfully renovated while preserving period character, the home features original heart-of-pine hardwoods, 10' ceilings, period-appropriate windows and doors, and a rocking-chair front porch. Updated kitchen with quartz, farmhouse sink, stainless appliances, pot filler and large pantry. Spacious primary suite with dual closets and ensuite bath with Roman shower. Additional bedrooms feature walk-in closets and Jack & Jill bath. Detached 20' x 20' cottage office/storage building—ideal for working from home, hobbies or extra storage (The rear yard also offers the potential for an approximately 1,100 SF ADU; construction would require removal of the existing cottage office). Attic is ready for future expansion with 2x10 floor joists and 3/4" Advantech T&G subfloor. Sealed crawlspace with Aprilaire Dehumidifier, rear raised planting beds, fruiting trees/shrubs, brick-paver walkway with reclaimed bricks, pantry barn door crafted from reclaimed hardwood flooring, and large rear yard with Edison-style string lighting and fire pit. A rare combination of character, condition, and location—all in the Heart of Cornelius.

21036 Catawba Avenue, Cornelius

Listing courtesy of Lake Norman Realty, Inc.. 704-892-9673

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