
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Cornelius, NC (53 Rentals)


The Junction at Antiquity

Legacy Cornelius Apartments

River Rock at Alexander Farms

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One Norman Square

Sailpointe at Lake Norman
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The Verandas at Lake Norman Apartments

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9247 Ducati Ln

8902 Washam Potts Rd

10327 Conistan Pl

19501 S Hill St

20236 Church St

9156 Glenashley Dr

11251 Heritage Green Dr

19132 Juanita Ln

20019 Lamp Lighters Way
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21034 Cornelius St

8629 Chagrin Dr

17308 Players Ridge Dr

NOVEL Davidson by Crescent Communities

Solis Birkdale
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The Alcove at Birkdale Village

Holly Crest Apartments

Haven Birkdale Village

Greys Harbor at Lake Norman

Bexley at Davidson

LangTree Lake Norman

921 Northeast Dr, Unit 26

16512 NC-73

19013 Park Terrace Ln

16141 Spruell St
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15363 Michael Andrew Rd

15476 Stone Hollow Dr

8229 Ballymore Ct

17616 Invermere Ave

532 Catawba Ave

9014 Tayside Ct

725 N Main St

16854 Hugh Torance Pkwy

15221 NC-73

138 Lanyard Dr

215 N Faulkner Way

921 Northeast Dr
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272 Bridges Farm Rd
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 | $2,435 | $1,320 | $4,192 |
Cornelius 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,868 | $1,129 | $4,147 |
Cornelius 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,240 | $994 | $6,505 |
Cornelius 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,798 | $1,675 | $8,502 |
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Largest Available Cornelius 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Cornelius, NC is found at River Rock at Alexander Farms in the Riverdale neighborhood and is 1,848 square feet priced from $3,199. Haven Birkdale Village in the Vermillion neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,536 square feet and currently listed start at $2,833. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Cornelius:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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River Rock at Alexander Farms | Vista | 1,848 Sq Ft | $3,199 |
Haven Birkdale Village | 3TB | 1,536 Sq Ft | $2,833 |
Legacy Cornelius Apartments | 33T | 1,495 Sq Ft | $2,365 |
MAA Cornelius | 32A | 1,479 Sq Ft | $1,888 |
The Alcove at Birkdale Village | Montgomery | 1,451 Sq Ft | $2,395 |
Bexley at Lake Norman | Trilogy | 1,448 Sq Ft | $1,899 |
Solis Birkdale | C1 | 1,442 Sq Ft | $2,950 |
The Junction at Antiquity | C1 | 1,435 Sq Ft | $2,539 |
Bexley at Davidson | Biltmore Townhome | 1,350 Sq Ft | $1,999 |
Greys Harbor at Lake Norman | C2A | 1,333 Sq Ft | $1,675 |
Cheapest Available Cornelius 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 31, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Cornelius, NC is the C2A Model starting from $1,675 at Greys Harbor at Lake Norman in the Vermillion neighborhood. The second most affordable Cornelius 3 Bedroom is the C2 Model at The Verandas at Lake Norman Apartments starting at $1,685 in the Westmoreland neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Cornelius is currently $2,798. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Cornelius:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
---|---|---|
Greys Harbor at Lake Norman | C2A | $1,675 |
The Verandas at Lake Norman Apartments | C2 | $1,685 |
One Norman Square | Davidson | $1,710 |
MAA Cornelius | 32A | $1,818 |
Bexley at Lake Norman | Trilogy | $1,899 |
Sailpointe at Lake Norman | C1 3/2 | $1,936 |
Reserve at Kenton Place Apartment Homes | Three Bedroom | $1,960 |
LangTree Lake Norman | C3A | $1,970 |
Camden Sedgebrook | 3.2 | $1,989 |
Bexley at Davidson | Biltmore Townhome | $1,999 |
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Best Local Schools in Cornelius, NC
J.V. Washam Elementary
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Cornelius Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Cornelius with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Cornelius is at Greys Harbor at Lake Norman listed at $1,675.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Cornelius Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Cornelius is $2,798.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Cornelius Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Cornelius is a 1,848 square feet unit starting from $3,199 at River Rock at Alexander Farms.
What is the average size for Cornelius 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Cornelius is currently 1,340 sq ft.
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