Cornelius, NC

Real Estate & Living on Lake Norman

Cornelius, NC
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Set on Lake Norman just north of Charlotte, Cornelius pairs waterfront living with easy convenience—marinas, parks, greenways, and a vibrant arts scene—plus quick access to I-77. Explore neighborhoods like The Peninsula, Jetton Cove, and Blue Stone Harbor, and see the newest homes for sale below.

Cornelius is built for outdoor time. Jetton Park is a 104-acre lakefront park with trails, picnic sites, lighted tennis courts, a gazebo, and a sunning beach area.  For swimming, Ramsey Creek Park offers the area’s public swim beach (seasonal), plus boat launch, docks, playgrounds, picnic shelters, trails, dog park, and more.

Cornelius addresses are served by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) and nearby charters.

Schools in Cornelius

Zones can change yearly—verify your exact address before you buy.

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Public (Zoned)

Always confirm assignments with CMS before closing.

Public Charter (Lottery)

  • Lakeside Charter Academy (K–8) 17609 Old Statesville Rd, Cornelius School site ↗ Map
  • Lake Norman Charter (K–12) Huntersville (multiple campuses) School site ↗
  • Community School of Davidson (K–12) Davidson (2 campuses) School site ↗
  • Corvian Community School (K–12) North Charlotte (Johnston Oehler Rd) School site ↗

Admission by application/lottery; not zoned.

Private Schools (Nearby)

  • Grace Covenant Academy (PK–12) 17301 Statesville Rd, Cornelius School site ↗
  • Davidson Day School (PK–12) 750 Jetton St, Davidson School site ↗
  • SouthLake Christian Academy (JK–12) 13820 Hagers Ferry Rd, Huntersville School site ↗
  • St. Mark Catholic School (K–8) 14750 Stumptown Rd, Huntersville School site ↗
  • Christ the King Catholic High (9–12) 2011 Crusader Way, Huntersville School site ↗
  • Lake Norman Christian School (K–12) 14101 Stumptown Rd, Huntersville School site ↗
  • Phoenix Montessori Academy (18 mo–12th) 8010 McIlwaine Rd, Huntersville School site ↗
  • Woodlawn School (PK–12) 135 Woodlawn School Loop, Mooresville School site ↗