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
9904 Adelie Court Cornelius, NC MOTIVATED SELLER! Here is your chance to own a 4 bedroom home at the end of a cul-de-sac i...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,342 sq.ft.	$485,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.36% Traditional cash on cash: 4.34% Airbnb Rental Income: $4881 Traditional Rental Income: $2965 Airbnb ROI: 6.36% Traditional ROI: 4.34%
19763 Deer Valley Drive Cornelius, NC Highly desirable 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo with a coveted one-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: 3.33% Airbnb Rental Income: $1123 Traditional Rental Income: $1781 Airbnb ROI: -0.28% Traditional ROI: 3.33%
7619 Mariner Cove Drive Cornelius, NC Welcome to 7619 Mariner Cove Drive in the highly sought-after waterfront community of Mari...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,932 sq.ft.	$584,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0% Traditional cash on cash: 1.62% Airbnb Rental Income: $1876 Traditional Rental Income: $2256 Airbnb ROI: 0% Traditional ROI: 1.62%
21556 Old Canal Street Cornelius, NC **We have received multiple offers. The deadline to submit an offer is 5:00pm today, Monda...	2 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,890 sq.ft.	$560,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.07% Traditional cash on cash: 1.68% Airbnb Rental Income: $1123 Traditional Rental Income: $2184 Airbnb ROI: -1.07% Traditional ROI: 1.68%
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.	$2,500,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.19% Traditional cash on cash: 0.27% Airbnb Rental Income: $4881 Traditional Rental Income: $4075 Airbnb ROI: 0.19% Traditional ROI: 0.27%
20224 Northport Drive Cornelius, NC Situated on a lot at 20224 Northport Dr, this residence includes a fireplace. The kitchen ...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,279 sq.ft.	$701,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.28% Traditional cash on cash: 2.95% Airbnb Rental Income: $4881 Traditional Rental Income: $3011 Airbnb ROI: 4.28% Traditional ROI: 2.95%
20517 Queensdale Drive Cornelius, NC Nestled within the exclusive enclave of Wright's Emerald Cove, the European-inspired neigh...	5 beds \| 5 baths \| 5,236 sq.ft.	$3,595,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: -0.35% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $5113 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: -0.35%
17318 Players Ridge Drive Cornelius, NC Sunlit spaces and thoughtful updates define this move-in ready home in The Peninsula, desi...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,163 sq.ft.	$1,299,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.19% Traditional cash on cash: 1.84% Airbnb Rental Income: $4881 Traditional Rental Income: $4669 Airbnb ROI: 1.19% Traditional ROI: 1.84%
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.	$275,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.61% Traditional cash on cash: 4.76% Airbnb Rental Income: $1123 Traditional Rental Income: $1822 Airbnb ROI: 0.61% Traditional ROI: 4.76%
17335 Players Ridge Drive Cornelius, NC Perfectly positioned in The Peninsula, This exceptional residence offers a seamless blend ...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,732 sq.ft.	$1,499,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1% Traditional cash on cash: 0.67% Airbnb Rental Income: $1876 Traditional Rental Income: $3696 Airbnb ROI: -1% Traditional ROI: 0.67%
21209 Olde Quarry Lane Cornelius, NC Luxury, Exclusivity, Anonymity, & Convenience all rolled into one! This exquisite home is ...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| 4,156 sq.ft.	$1,800,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.09% Traditional cash on cash: -0.03% Airbnb Rental Income: $4881 Traditional Rental Income: $3683 Airbnb ROI: 0.09% Traditional ROI: -0.03%
17723 Springwinds Drive Cornelius, NC A rare opportunity to own a meticulously updated, right-sized waterfront retreat-complete ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,042 sq.ft.	$2,495,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.79% Traditional cash on cash: -0.26% Airbnb Rental Income: $1876 Traditional Rental Income: $2601 Airbnb ROI: -0.79% Traditional ROI: -0.26%
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: 1.35% Airbnb Rental Income: $1876 Traditional Rental Income: $2268 Airbnb ROI: -0.04% Traditional ROI: 1.35%
19139 Juanita Lane Cornelius, NC Just steps away from lake access, this freshly painted and move-in ready 3-bedroom, 2.5-ba...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,812 sq.ft.	$474,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.25% Traditional cash on cash: 1.92% Airbnb Rental Income: $1876 Traditional Rental Income: $2117 Airbnb ROI: 0.25% Traditional ROI: 1.92%
18225 Taffrail Way Cornelius, NC Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo offering almost 1,400 sq f...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,377 sq.ft.	$445,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.77% Traditional cash on cash: 1.61% Airbnb Rental Income: $1876 Traditional Rental Income: $1728 Airbnb ROI: 0.77% Traditional ROI: 1.61%
18014 Whispering Oaks Drive Cornelius, NC Experience refined waterfront living on Lake Norman in the sought-after Point Largo commun...	5 beds \| 6 baths \| 5,254 sq.ft.	$3,650,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 0.86% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $9224 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 0.86%
18631 Harborside Drive Cornelius, NC Welcome to this waterfront, fully furnished 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo in the highly desirabl...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,417 sq.ft.	$675,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.57% Traditional cash on cash: 1.12% Airbnb Rental Income: $1876 Traditional Rental Income: $2439 Airbnb ROI: -0.57% Traditional ROI: 1.12%
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.	$539,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.12% Traditional cash on cash: 2.63% Airbnb Rental Income: $4881 Traditional Rental Income: $2621 Airbnb ROI: 5.12% Traditional ROI: 2.63%
9033 Charles Francis Lane Cornelius, NC Beautifully decorated and maintained end unit townhome in The Retreat at West Catawba! Mai...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,567 sq.ft.	$665,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.17% Traditional cash on cash: 2.58% Airbnb Rental Income: $1876 Traditional Rental Income: $3081 Airbnb ROI: -0.17% Traditional ROI: 2.58%
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.	$547,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.08% Traditional cash on cash: 2.46% Airbnb Rental Income: $4881 Traditional Rental Income: $2540 Airbnb ROI: 5.08% Traditional ROI: 2.46%
9043 Charles Francis Lane Cornelius, NC Stunning Townhome in the Heart of Cornelius - Minutes from Birkdale Village & Lake Norman!...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,602 sq.ft.	$675,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.78% Traditional cash on cash: 2.29% Airbnb Rental Income: $4881 Traditional Rental Income: $2941 Airbnb ROI: 3.78% Traditional ROI: 2.29%
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.	$289,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.75% Traditional cash on cash: 4.52% Airbnb Rental Income: $1123 Traditional Rental Income: $1774 Airbnb ROI: 0.75% Traditional ROI: 4.52%
12012 Cambridge Square Drive Cornelius, NC One of the newest luxury homes currently available in the area, this beautifully maintaine...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,596 sq.ft.	$1,395,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.91% Traditional cash on cash: 1.93% Airbnb Rental Income: $4881 Traditional Rental Income: $5195 Airbnb ROI: 0.91% Traditional ROI: 1.93%
18805 Windy Point Drive Cornelius, NC Walking distance to the Peninsula Yacht Club and boat slips, this French Provincial style ...	5 beds \| 7 baths \| 6,496 sq.ft.	$3,099,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 1.43% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $9595 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 1.43%
18861 Vineyard Point Lane Cornelius, NC Experience easy, waterfront living in this main-level condo in the sought-after Dockside e...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 783 sq.ft.	$365,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.39% Traditional cash on cash: 2.57% Airbnb Rental Income: $1123 Traditional Rental Income: $1496 Airbnb ROI: 0.39% Traditional ROI: 2.57%
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.	$1,795,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 0.91% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $4261 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 0.91%
19960 Oak Leaf Circle Cornelius, NC Welcome to Twin Oaks! This vibrant 55+ community offers community sidewalk paths, mature l...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,125 sq.ft.	$289,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.47% Traditional cash on cash: 2.91% Airbnb Rental Income: $1123 Traditional Rental Income: $1666 Airbnb ROI: -0.47% Traditional ROI: 2.91%
8018 Houser Street Cornelius, NC This is a 2023 David Weekley home, with THE BEST PRIMARY SUITE LAYOUT I HAVE EVER SEEN!!! ...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,520 sq.ft.	$620,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.05% Traditional cash on cash: 5.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $1876 Traditional Rental Income: $4602 Airbnb ROI: -0.05% Traditional ROI: 5.53%

Real Estate investment in Cornelius, NC

There are 128 properties for sale in the city of Cornelius . The median list price in Cornelius is $699,450 and the average price per square foot is $269. In April 2026, the average monthly cash on cash return in Cornelius is 2.00%. The average monthly rental income in Cornelius is $2,612.

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

There are 128 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 $2,612.

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Investment Property for Sale in Cornelius, NC

9904 Adelie Court

Cornelius, NC

4 beds | 3 baths | 2,342 sq.ft.

$485,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 6.36%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.34%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4881

Traditional Rental Income: $2965

Airbnb ROI: 6.36%

Traditional ROI: 4.34%

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: 3.33%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1123

Traditional Rental Income: $1781

Airbnb ROI: -0.28%

Traditional ROI: 3.33%

7619 Mariner Cove Drive

Cornelius, NC

3 beds | 3 baths | 1,932 sq.ft.

$584,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 0%

Traditional cash on cash: 1.62%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1876

Traditional Rental Income: $2256

Airbnb ROI: 0%

Traditional ROI: 1.62%

21556 Old Canal Street

Cornelius, NC

2 beds | 3 baths | 1,890 sq.ft.

$560,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.07%

Traditional cash on cash: 1.68%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1123

Traditional Rental Income: $2184

Airbnb ROI: -1.07%

Traditional ROI: 1.68%

16821 America Cup Road

Cornelius, NC

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

$2,500,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.19%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.27%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4881

Traditional Rental Income: $4075

Airbnb ROI: 0.19%

Traditional ROI: 0.27%

20224 Northport Drive

Cornelius, NC

4 beds | 3 baths | 2,279 sq.ft.

$701,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 4.28%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.95%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4881

Traditional Rental Income: $3011

Airbnb ROI: 4.28%

Traditional ROI: 2.95%

20517 Queensdale Drive

Cornelius, NC

5 beds | 5 baths | 5,236 sq.ft.

$3,595,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: -0.35%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $5113

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: -0.35%

17318 Players Ridge Drive

Cornelius, NC

4 beds | 4 baths | 3,163 sq.ft.

$1,299,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.19%

Traditional cash on cash: 1.84%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4881

Traditional Rental Income: $4669

Airbnb ROI: 1.19%