
Apartments for Rent in Cornelius, NC (181 Rentals)


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19409 S Hill St

18461 Streamline Ct

18705 Vineyard Point Ln

9712 Bailey Rd

21136 Kimbrough Ln, Unit 1

20264 Harroway Dr

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10217 Meadow Crossing Ln
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9238 Washam Potts Rd

20320 Southshore Dr

17113 Cabernet Ct

8629 Covedale Crossings Cir

9022 Glenashley Dr

10125 Allison Taylor Ct

19140 Kanawha Dr

21074 Nannie Potts Ln

10450 Glenmeade Rd

9661 Bailey Rd
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20229 Colony Point Ln

11234 Heritage Green Dr

21032 N Main St

10929 Shelly Renee Dr

10231 Danesway Ln

17905 Delmas Dr

21230 Hickory St

21231 Hickory St

19919 Weeping Water Run
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18809 Nautical Dr

18817 Nautical Dr

21136 Kimbrough Ln

17428 Tuscany Ln

18474 Streamline Ct

9514 Cadman Ct

19507 Meridian St

18771 Vineyard Point Ln

18736 Nautical Dr

9446 Cadman Ct
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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 | $1,355 | $1,313 | $1,377 |
| Cornelius 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,776 | $1,050 | $3,674 |
| Cornelius 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,234 | $1,350 | $3,960 |
| Cornelius 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,092 | $1,645 | $5,990 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Cornelius?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,915 | $1,350 | $3,095 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,473 | $1,750 | $4,000 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,980 | $2,185 | $6,300 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $2,955 | $2,560 | $3,350 |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $2,075 | $2,075 | $2,075 |
| 7 Bedroom Homes | $15,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cornelius
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in Cornelius, NC?
As of today, September 22, 2026, there are currently 181 available Cornelius apartments priced from $1,050 to $6,925, with an average monthly rent of $2,085.
What Cornelius neighborhoods have the most available apartments?
There are 1 neighborhoods in the Cornelius area with available listings as of today. The three neighborhoods with the most options are East Charlotte with 813 listings, North Charlotte with 707 listings, and West Charlotte with 573 listings.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Cornelius Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Cornelius ranges from $1,050 to $3,674 with an average monthly rent of $1,776.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Cornelius cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Cornelius range from $1,350 to $3,960. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,234.
How expensive are Cornelius Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 31 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Cornelius on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,645 to $5,990 - averaging $3,092 for the location.
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