Real Estate Investment Properties for Sale in Cornelius, NC

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Investment Property for Sale in Cornelius, NC

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PROPERTY	DETAILS	SALE PRICE	INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE
11635 Truan Lane Cornelius, NC This charming Heritage Green home offers an open concept main level perfect for entertaini...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,364 sq.ft.	$389,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.56% Traditional cash on cash: 2.93% Airbnb Rental Income: $1876 Traditional Rental Income: $1873 Airbnb ROI: 1.56% Traditional ROI: 2.93%
21200 Rio Oro Drive Cornelius, NC Welcome to your peaceful waterfront retreat with a minimal HOA, tucked away in a quiet cov...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,022 sq.ft.	$1,279,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.76% Traditional cash on cash: 0.06% Airbnb Rental Income: $1876 Traditional Rental Income: $2355 Airbnb ROI: -0.76% Traditional ROI: 0.06%
19763 Deer Valley Drive Cornelius, NC Highly desirable, 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo, with coveted 1 car, detached garage, located in...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,252 sq.ft.	$305,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.28% Traditional cash on cash: 3.02% Airbnb Rental Income: $1123 Traditional Rental Income: $1694 Airbnb ROI: -0.28% Traditional ROI: 3.02%
18832 Nautical Drive Cornelius, NC Don't miss this beautifully appointed end-unit condo with elevator access and serene water...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,121 sq.ft.	$375,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.64% Traditional cash on cash: 1.99% Airbnb Rental Income: $1123 Traditional Rental Income: $1673 Airbnb ROI: -0.64% Traditional ROI: 1.99%
16821 America Cup Road Cornelius, NC A European estate in the heart of The Peninsula set on a premier 0.53-acre corner lot. Thi...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| 5,906 sq.ft.	$2,730,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.09% Traditional cash on cash: -0.16% Airbnb Rental Income: $4881 Traditional Rental Income: $3258 Airbnb ROI: 0.09% Traditional ROI: -0.16%
17810 Half Moon Lane unit: L #L Cornelius, NC Experience breathtaking lakefront living from this top-floor condo in the highly sought-af...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,407 sq.ft.	$744,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.7% Traditional cash on cash: 0.18% Airbnb Rental Income: $1876 Traditional Rental Income: $1987 Airbnb ROI: -0.7% Traditional ROI: 0.18%
17151 Doe Valley Court Cornelius, NC Enjoy an active, carefree lifestyle near Birkdale Village, Lake Norman boat clubs, and wit...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,258 sq.ft.	$279,990	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.57% Traditional cash on cash: 4.65% Airbnb Rental Income: $1123 Traditional Rental Income: $1822 Airbnb ROI: 0.57% Traditional ROI: 4.65%
21045 Cornelia Grove Way unit: 104 #104 Cornelius, NC Cornelius Woods 55 & Over Development. Beautiful 1.5 Story Villa 2 w/finished Upstairs & W...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,047 sq.ft.	$475,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.55% Traditional cash on cash: 3.21% Airbnb Rental Income: $1876 Traditional Rental Income: $2562 Airbnb ROI: 0.55% Traditional ROI: 3.21%
21024 Cornelia Grove Way unit: 303 #303 Cornelius, NC Cornelius Woods 55 & Over Development. Beautiful 2 Bedroom Condo w/Multiple Floor levels t...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,167 sq.ft.	$262,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.2% Traditional cash on cash: 4.2% Airbnb Rental Income: $1123 Traditional Rental Income: $1839 Airbnb ROI: -0.2% Traditional ROI: 4.2%
21024 Cornelia Grove Way unit: 103 #103 Cornelius, NC Cornelius Woods 55 & Over Development. Beautiful 2 Bedroom Condo on the Ground Floor! Corn...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,167 sq.ft.	$272,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.16% Traditional cash on cash: 3.93% Airbnb Rental Income: $1123 Traditional Rental Income: $1797 Airbnb ROI: -0.16% Traditional ROI: 3.93%
21024 Cornelia Grove Way unit: 203 #203 Cornelius, NC Cornelius Woods 55 & Over Development. Beautiful 2 Bedroom Condo on the Second Floor. Corn...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,167 sq.ft.	$262,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.09% Traditional cash on cash: 4.14% Airbnb Rental Income: $1123 Traditional Rental Income: $1797 Airbnb ROI: -0.09% Traditional ROI: 4.14%
21024 Cornelia Grove Way unit: 301 #301 Cornelius, NC Cornelius Woods 55 & Over Development. Beautiful 2 Bedroom Condo on the Third Floor. Corne...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,176 sq.ft.	$270,500	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.14% Traditional cash on cash: 4.02% Airbnb Rental Income: $1123 Traditional Rental Income: $1808 Airbnb ROI: -0.14% Traditional ROI: 4.02%
20332 Colony Point Lane Cornelius, NC 1% LENDER PAID RATE BUY DOWN for the first year with preferred lender! Plus-refinance with...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,140 sq.ft.	$585,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.87% Traditional cash on cash: 2.07% Airbnb Rental Income: $4881 Traditional Rental Income: $2349 Airbnb ROI: 4.87% Traditional ROI: 2.07%
21024 Cornelia Grove Way unit: 404 #404 Cornelius, NC Cornelius Woods 55 & Over Development. Beautiful 1 Bedroom Condo top floor penthouse suite...	1 beds \| 1 baths \| 966 sq.ft.	$232,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.36% Traditional cash on cash: 3.79% Airbnb Rental Income: $731 Traditional Rental Income: $1553 Airbnb ROI: -1.36% Traditional ROI: 3.79%
18525 Harborside Drive Cornelius, NC PRICED TO SELL! Enjoy this serene Lake Norman retreat located on the second level of this ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,434 sq.ft.	$689,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.04% Traditional cash on cash: 1.36% Airbnb Rental Income: $1876 Traditional Rental Income: $2273 Airbnb ROI: -0.04% Traditional ROI: 1.36%
19810 Schooner Drive Cornelius, NC Rarely available, this waterfront-community home offers lake views, a spacious half-acre l...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,504 sq.ft.	$825,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.08% Traditional cash on cash: 1.61% Airbnb Rental Income: $4881 Traditional Rental Income: $2743 Airbnb ROI: 3.08% Traditional ROI: 1.61%
20127 Beard Street Cornelius, NC This beautifully kept 2-story, 4-bedroom plus bonus room, 2.5-bath home with a BRAND NEW R...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,765 sq.ft.	$580,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.4% Traditional cash on cash: 4.03% Airbnb Rental Income: $4881 Traditional Rental Income: $3132 Airbnb ROI: 5.4% Traditional ROI: 4.03%
8134 Houser Street Cornelius, NC Experience refined living in this impeccably maintained luxury townhome, offered by the or...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,569 sq.ft.	$695,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.24% Traditional cash on cash: 2.01% Airbnb Rental Income: $1876 Traditional Rental Income: $2838 Airbnb ROI: -0.24% Traditional ROI: 2.01%
16319 Peachmont Drive Cornelius, NC Beautiful & Spacious 3-Bedroom Townhome in Highly Desirable Oakhurst Community! This move-...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 1,874 sq.ft.	$360,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.82% Traditional cash on cash: 4.34% Airbnb Rental Income: $1876 Traditional Rental Income: $2224 Airbnb ROI: 1.82% Traditional ROI: 4.34%
10416 Audubon Ridge Drive Cornelius, NC Luxury like new construction just minutes from Lake Norman-walkable Cornelius living with ...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,385 sq.ft.	$550,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.99% Traditional cash on cash: 2.79% Airbnb Rental Income: $4881 Traditional Rental Income: $2746 Airbnb ROI: 4.99% Traditional ROI: 2.79%
10504 Audubon Ridge Drive Cornelius, NC Lake Living at its finest!! Welcome Home! This luxurious newer construction Cornelius town...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,382 sq.ft.	$553,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.01% Traditional cash on cash: 2.28% Airbnb Rental Income: $4881 Traditional Rental Income: $2467 Airbnb ROI: 5.01% Traditional ROI: 2.28%
17754 Caldwell Track Drive Cornelius, NC A rare find...a home under 300k! This charming 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhouse is the perfec...	2 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,318 sq.ft.	$299,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.69% Traditional cash on cash: 4.2% Airbnb Rental Income: $1123 Traditional Rental Income: $1733 Airbnb ROI: 0.69% Traditional ROI: 4.2%
18805 Windy Point Drive Cornelius, NC Thoughtfully reimagined with a modern flair while preserving its timeless European essence...	5 beds \| 7 baths \| 6,496 sq.ft.	$2,999,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: -0.59% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3674 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: -0.59%
18861 Vineyard Point Lane Cornelius, NC Step into this charming ground-floor condo in the highly sought-after Vineyard Point commu...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 782 sq.ft.	$355,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.42% Traditional cash on cash: 3.14% Airbnb Rental Income: $1123 Traditional Rental Income: $1651 Airbnb ROI: 0.42% Traditional ROI: 3.14%
19002 Meta Road Cornelius, NC Elegant, family home on gorgeous, private .75 ac, golf course lot in The Peninsula with ro...	5 beds \| 5 baths \| 5,050 sq.ft.	$1,825,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 0.92% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $4327 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 0.92%
8018 Houser Street Cornelius, NC BEST PRIMARY SUITE LAYOUT I HAVE EVER SEEN!!! Welcome to your "like new" townhouse located...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,520 sq.ft.	$625,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.07% Traditional cash on cash: 1.74% Airbnb Rental Income: $1876 Traditional Rental Income: $2431 Airbnb ROI: -0.07% Traditional ROI: 1.74%
9145 Mcdowell Creek Court Cornelius, NC Highly desirable, 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath condo with office located in the heart of Cornelius wi...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,483 sq.ft.	$299,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.17% Traditional cash on cash: 4.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $1123 Traditional Rental Income: $2069 Airbnb ROI: -0.17% Traditional ROI: 4.53%
Mayes Meadow Drive unit: Covington #Covington Cornelius, NC Welcome to Preserve at Mayes Meadow, a new community of homes in Cornelius, NC. Preserve a...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,405 sq.ft.	$851,654	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.51% Traditional cash on cash: 1.55% Airbnb Rental Income: $6046 Traditional Rental Income: $2506 Airbnb ROI: 4.51% Traditional ROI: 1.55%
Mayes Meadow Drive unit: Woodford #Woodford Cornelius, NC Welcome to Preserve at Mayes Meadow, a new community of homes in Cornelius, NC. Preserve a...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,468 sq.ft.	$810,498	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.18% Traditional cash on cash: 1.62% Airbnb Rental Income: $1876 Traditional Rental Income: $2464 Airbnb ROI: 0.18% Traditional ROI: 1.62%
Mayes Meadow Drive unit: Savannah #Savannah Cornelius, NC Welcome to Preserve at Mayes Meadow, a new community of homes in Cornelius, NC. Preserve a...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,747 sq.ft.	$823,538	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.69% Traditional cash on cash: 1.7% Airbnb Rental Income: $6046 Traditional Rental Income: $2552 Airbnb ROI: 4.69% Traditional ROI: 1.7%
Mayes Meadow Drive unit: Magnolia #Magnolia Cornelius, NC Welcome to Preserve at Mayes Meadow, a new community of homes in Cornelius, NC. Preserve a...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,991 sq.ft.	$940,459	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.99% Traditional cash on cash: 1.51% Airbnb Rental Income: $6046 Traditional Rental Income: $2679 Airbnb ROI: 3.99% Traditional ROI: 1.51%
Mayes Meadow Drive unit: Nottingham #Nottingham Cornelius, NC Welcome to Preserve at Mayes Meadow, a new community of homes in Cornelius, NC. Preserve a...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,599 sq.ft.	$949,291	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.94% Traditional cash on cash: 1.29% Airbnb Rental Income: $6046 Traditional Rental Income: $2506 Airbnb ROI: 3.94% Traditional ROI: 1.29%
Mayes Meadow Drive unit: Devonshire #Devonshire Cornelius, NC Welcome to Preserve at Mayes Meadow, a new community of homes in Cornelius, NC. Preserve a...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 4,016 sq.ft.	$976,955	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.8% Traditional cash on cash: 1.23% Airbnb Rental Income: $6046 Traditional Rental Income: $2506 Airbnb ROI: 3.8% Traditional ROI: 1.23%
19031 Brandon James Drive Cornelius, NC Tax and Insurance information on many of the syndication site calculators is incorrect. Ca...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,689 sq.ft.	$935,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.83% Traditional cash on cash: 0.32% Airbnb Rental Income: $1876 Traditional Rental Income: $2373 Airbnb ROI: -0.83% Traditional ROI: 0.32%
21311 Baltic Drive Cornelius, NC NEW PRICE! Exquisite Simonini Waterfront Estate with Exclusive Pontoon Beach Access A rare...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,842 sq.ft.	$1,469,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.22% Traditional cash on cash: 1.12% Airbnb Rental Income: $4881 Traditional Rental Income: $3738 Airbnb ROI: 1.22% Traditional ROI: 1.12%
14015 Cameryn Elise Drive Cornelius, NC Located within the premier collection of Baileys Glen, this refined Patterson model offers...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,727 sq.ft.	$995,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.53% Traditional cash on cash: 1.24% Airbnb Rental Income: $4881 Traditional Rental Income: $2692 Airbnb ROI: 2.53% Traditional ROI: 1.24%
20396 Queens Street Cornelius, NC New construction in Cornelius in prime location just minutes from both Downtown Cornelius ...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,102 sq.ft.	$1,125,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.78% Traditional cash on cash: 0.94% Airbnb Rental Income: $4881 Traditional Rental Income: $3001 Airbnb ROI: 1.78% Traditional ROI: 0.94%
20397 Queens Street Cornelius, NC New construction in Cornelius in prime location just minutes from both Downtown Cornelius ...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,806 sq.ft.	$1,050,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.04% Traditional cash on cash: 2.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $4881 Traditional Rental Income: $4355 Airbnb ROI: 2.04% Traditional ROI: 2.53%
19924 Floral Lane Cornelius, NC Price Improvement... Excellent Location - Full-Brick Home Near the Heart of Cornelius Welc...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,352 sq.ft.	$490,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.96% Traditional cash on cash: 3.2% Airbnb Rental Income: $1876 Traditional Rental Income: $2401 Airbnb ROI: 0.96% Traditional ROI: 3.2%

Real Estate investment in Cornelius, NC

There are 92 properties for sale in the city of Cornelius . The median list price in Cornelius is $649,900 and the average price per square foot is $255. In February 2026, the average monthly cash on cash return in Cornelius is 2.00%. The average monthly rental income in Cornelius is $2,401.

Cornelius, NC Real Estate Investing: FAQs for Buyers, Sellers and Investors

There are 92 investment properties available for sale in Cornelius.

In 2026, the best neighborhood to buy investment property is Cornelius.

The ROI for Long-Term is higher than the Short-Term in Cornelius with average rental income of $2,401.

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Investment Property for Sale in Cornelius, NC

11635 Truan Lane

Cornelius, NC

3 beds | 3 baths | 1,364 sq.ft.

$389,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.56%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.93%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1876

Traditional Rental Income: $1873

Airbnb ROI: 1.56%

Traditional ROI: 2.93%

21200 Rio Oro Drive

Cornelius, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 2,022 sq.ft.

$1,279,900

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.76%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.06%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1876

Traditional Rental Income: $2355

Airbnb ROI: -0.76%

Traditional ROI: 0.06%

19763 Deer Valley Drive

Cornelius, NC

2 beds | 2 baths | 1,252 sq.ft.

$305,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.28%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.02%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1123

Traditional Rental Income: $1694

Airbnb ROI: -0.28%

Traditional ROI: 3.02%

18832 Nautical Drive

Cornelius, NC

2 beds | 2 baths | 1,121 sq.ft.

$375,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.64%

Traditional cash on cash: 1.99%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1123

Traditional Rental Income: $1673

Airbnb ROI: -0.64%

Traditional ROI: 1.99%

16821 America Cup Road

Cornelius, NC

4 beds | 5 baths | 5,906 sq.ft.

$2,730,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.09%

Traditional cash on cash: -0.16%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4881

Traditional Rental Income: $3258

Airbnb ROI: 0.09%

Traditional ROI: -0.16%

17810 Half Moon Lane unit: L #L

Cornelius, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,407 sq.ft.

$744,900

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.7%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.18%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1876

Traditional Rental Income: $1987

Airbnb ROI: -0.7%

Traditional ROI: 0.18%

17151 Doe Valley Court

Cornelius, NC

2 beds | 2 baths | 1,258 sq.ft.

$279,990

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.57%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.65%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1123

Traditional Rental Income: $1822

Airbnb ROI: 0.57%

Traditional ROI: 4.65%

21045 Cornelia Grove Way unit: 104 #104

Cornelius, NC

3 beds | 3 baths | 2,047 sq.ft.

$475,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.55%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.21%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1876

Traditional Rental Income: $2562

Airbnb ROI: 0.55%