
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cornelious, NC from $1,000 (49 Rentals)
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One Norman Square

MAA Cornelius

The Verandas at Lake Norman Apartments

Palisades at Alcove

Sailpointe at Lake Norman

Huntersville Commons

NOVEL Davidson by Crescent Communities

The Landings at Northcross
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Avana Lake Norman

Echo at Lake Norman

Bexley Commons at Rosedale

Bexley at Davidson

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MAA Huntersville

The Holbrook at Town Center

Hawthorne Waterstone

LangTree Lake Norman
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Bexley at Lake Norman

The Venue on South Main

Holly Crest Apartments

The Junction at Antiquity

The Osprey at Lake Norman

The Alcove at Birkdale Village

Continuum 115

The Linden Apartments

Silver Collection at The Park
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Lana

Granger Village

The Millwright

Cameryn Elise Luxury Apartments

20220 Zion Ave

Lakeside

21512 Aftonshire Dr

19716 Smith Cir

17905 Delmas Dr
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Greys Harbor at Lake Norman

18605 Ruffner Dr

19632 Tryon St

19827 Henderson Rd

McDowell Creek Court

21152 Kimbrough Ln

18001 Delmas Dr

19626 Feriba Pl

19808 Feriba Pl
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19608 Feriba Pl

1044 Southwest Dr

1329 Torrence Cir

19612 Oak St
Cornelious, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cornelious?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornelious Studio Apartments | $1,467 | $1,299 | $1,603 |
| Cornelious 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,634 | $1,050 | $3,549 |
| Cornelious 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,975 | $1,315 | $4,190 |
| Cornelious 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,536 | $1,435 | $4,765 |
| Cornelious 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,057 | $3,200 | $5,055 |
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Cheapest Available Cornelious Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cornelious, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Huntersville Apartment Homes in the Vermillion neighborhood priced from $1,050. One Norman Square in the Westmoreland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,131. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cornelious apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huntersville Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| One Norman Square | Birkdale | 1BR,1BA | $1,131 |
| The Verandas at Lake Norman Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,163 |
| Palisades at Alcove | The Catawba | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Legacy Lake Norman | Ashton | 1BR,1BA | $1,186 |
| Huntersville Commons | The McClintock | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| NOVEL Davidson by Crescent Communities | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,204 |
| MAA Cornelius | 11B | 1BR,1BA | $1,218 |
| Avana Lake Norman | Meridian | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| Bexley Commons at Rosedale | Allegro | 1BR,1BA | $1,259 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cornelious, NC and Nearby
As of January 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cornelious area is the $1.47 price per square foot TOWNHOUSE 1.2 Model at The Millwright in the in the Westmoreland neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Cornelious apartment is the Brooks I Model at Abode at Reids Cove starting at $2,825 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Waterlynn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cornelious apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Millwright | TOWNHOUSE 1.2 | 3BR,3BA | $1.47 |
| Abode at Reids Cove | Brooks I | 4BR,3.5BA | $1.45 |
| Bexley at Lake Norman | Trilogy | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| LangTree Lake Norman | C3A | 3BR,3BA | $1.52 |
| MAA Cornelius | 22A | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| McDowell Creek Court | The Tides | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Legacy Cornelius Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Sailpointe at Lake Norman | A2 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Avana Lake Norman | Meridian | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| One Norman Square | Birkdale | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cornelious Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cornelious?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cornelious is at The Holbrook at Town Center listed at $1,299.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cornelious Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cornelious Apartment is $1,050 at Huntersville Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cornelious Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cornelious is starting from $1,320 at Huntersville Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable Cornelious Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cornelious Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Avana Lake Norman and starts from $1,460.
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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
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