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Cornelius, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cornelius Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cornelius, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Verandas at Lake Norman Apartments in the Outer Huntersville Cornelius neighborhood priced from $1,234. Sailpointe at Lake Norman in the Bradford neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,315. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cornelius apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Verandas at Lake Norman ApartmentsA31BR,1BA$1,234
Sailpointe at Lake NormanA1 1/11BR,1BA$1,315
Lakeside212BR,1BA$1,365
Greys Harbor at Lake NormanA1A1BR,1BA$1,370
The Linden ApartmentsA1A1BR,1BA$1,380

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cornelius, NC

As of April 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cornelius area is the $1.58 price per square foot C3B Model at LangTree Lake Norman in the starting from $2,120. The second greatest value Cornelius apartment is the 2TH Model at Legacy Cornelius Apartments starting at $2,115 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the Bradford neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cornelius apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
LangTree Lake NormanC3B3BR,3BA$1.58
Legacy Cornelius Apartments2TH2BR,2.5BA$1.72
McDowell Creek CourtB22BR,2BA$1.41
Bexley at Lake NormanAriel1BR,1BA$1.45
Reserve at Kenton Place Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 992 sqft1BR,1BA$1.64
Greys Harbor at Lake NormanA1A1BR,1BA$1.62
The Fairways at Birkdale Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1.82
Lakeside212BR,1BA$1.70
The Verandas at Lake Norman ApartmentsA31BR,1BA$1.58
Sailpointe at Lake NormanA1 1/11BR,1BA$1.78

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cornelius

What type of rentals are currently available in Cornelius?

There are currently 47 Apartments for Rent in Cornelius, NC with pricing that ranges from $1,195 to $7,533. There are also 80 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cornelius ranging from $1,250 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cornelius?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cornelius ranges from $1,250 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,419.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cornelius?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cornelius range from $1,728 to $7,533, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,810 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,415.

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