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$825,000

Cornelius, NC 28031
Listed by Robert Drag · Premier Sotheby's International Realty
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2.1
Living area
2,730 sqft
Year built
1997

About this home

Premier off-water location! Experience the ultimate Lake Norman lifestyle! This home is situated on an elevated lot in the center of the "island" of the Island Forest neighborhood; the aerial pictures say it all! Spacious, open floor plan. Beautiful oak hardwood floors throughout main level. Gorgeous kitchen complete with quartz countertops, breakfast bar and awesome backsplash. Expansive breakfast room offers views of the private backyard and custom flagstone patio. Large, open living room features vaulted ceiling, gas fireplace and wonderful natural light. Spacious dining room is perfect for hosting. Large, main level primary bedroom suite complete with huge bath and walk-in closet. The upper level offers 2 large bedrooms, endless space in the expansive bonus room. Beautifully landscaped yards. Covered back porch leads to custom flagstone patio. Hot tub located directly off the covered back porch offers wonderful opportunities to unwind anytime. Tankless water heater, immaculate crawlspace, spotless 2 car garage, this home has been meticulously maintained. Highly sought after Island Forest neighborhood offers private/gated (residence only) waterfront lot complete with boat ramp and pier! Prime location near parks, restaurants, and boutique shopping. This residence defines the vibrant Lake Norman way of life!

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS #
CAR4321190
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
Island Forest
Status
Active
Days on market
225
On market date
November 14, 2025
Stories
N/A
Garage spaces
2
Lot size
N/A
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
Cornelius Elementary
2.89 mi away · Grades 0-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
4.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
554
Student:teacher ratio
15.0:1
District
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Middle
Bailey Middle
4.63 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.7
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
1,370
Student:teacher ratio
17.3:1
District
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
High
Cato Middle College High School
18.95 mi away · Grades 11-13
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.8
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: A (2025)
Enrollment
166
Student:teacher ratio
41.5:1
District
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

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$165,000 down
$660,000 loan
Principal & interest$4,281
Property tax (est.)$688
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated June 27, 2026.

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