
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Cornelius, NC (37 Rentals)


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One Norman Square

Sailpointe at Lake Norman

McDowell Creek Court

The Venue on South Main

The Verandas at Lake Norman Apartments

Bexley at Lake Norman
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Renaissance at Antiquity (55+ Community)

The Alcove at Birkdale Village

Holly Crest

Haven Birkdale Village

Greys Harbor at Lake Norman

LangTree Lake Norman

Bexley at Davidson

The Landings at Northcross

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The Fairways at Birkdale Apartment Homes
Cornelius, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cornelius?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Cornelius Studio Apartments | $2,708 | $1,524 | $3,993 |
Cornelius 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,790 | $1,192 | $4,483 |
Cornelius 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,005 | $1,305 | $5,000 |
Cornelius 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,674 | $1,565 | $7,830 |
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Largest Available Cornelius 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Cornelius, NC is found at Haven Birkdale Village in the Centennial neighborhood and is 1,055 square feet priced from $1,759. Bexley at Lake Norman in the Bradford neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 979 square feet and currently listed start at $1,324. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Cornelius:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Haven Birkdale Village | 1BU | 1,055 Sq Ft | $1,759 |
Bexley at Lake Norman | Ariel | 979 Sq Ft | $1,324 |
Reserve at Kenton Place Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 992 sqft | 944 Sq Ft | $1,365 |
The Fairways at Birkdale Apartment Homes | A2 | 890 Sq Ft | $1,671 |
Greys Harbor at Lake Norman | A1A | 847 Sq Ft | $1,330 |
The Linden Apartments | A1D | 829 Sq Ft | $1,522 |
Sailpointe at Lake Norman | A2 1/1 | 813 Sq Ft | $1,351 |
The Alcove at Birkdale Village | Amberly | 802 Sq Ft | $1,499 |
The Venue on South Main | A1.3 | 800 Sq Ft | $1,850 |
The Verandas at Lake Norman Apartments | A3 | 779 Sq Ft | $1,277 |
Cheapest Available Cornelius 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of March 21, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Cornelius, NC is the Birkdale Model starting from $1,192 at One Norman Square in the Bradford neighborhood. The second most affordable Cornelius 1 Bedroom is the A3 Model at The Verandas at Lake Norman Apartments starting at $1,277 in the Outer Huntersville Cornelius neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Cornelius is currently $1,790. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Cornelius:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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One Norman Square | Birkdale | $1,192 |
The Verandas at Lake Norman Apartments | A3 | $1,277 |
Bexley at Davidson | Fargo | $1,279 |
Bexley at Lake Norman | Ariel | $1,324 |
Greys Harbor at Lake Norman | A1A | $1,330 |
Sailpointe at Lake Norman | A2 1/1 | $1,351 |
Reserve at Kenton Place Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 992 sqft | $1,365 |
The Linden Apartments | A1A | $1,385 |
The Junction at Antiquity | A1 | $1,407 |
Holly Crest | A5-1 | $1,451 |
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Getting Around Cornelius, NC
Walk Score®
47 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Cornelius Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Cornelius with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Cornelius is at One Norman Square listed at $1,192.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Cornelius Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Cornelius is $1,790.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Cornelius Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Cornelius is a 1,055 square feet unit starting from $1,759 at Haven Birkdale Village.
What is the average size for Cornelius 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Cornelius is currently 659 sq ft.
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