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How much does it cost to rent a home in Cornelius?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornelius 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,981 | $1,395 | $3,495 |
| Cornelius 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,756 | $1,650 | $8,000 |
| Cornelius 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,065 | $1,899 | $6,000 |
| Cornelius 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,058 | $2,640 | $3,800 |
| Cornelius 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Cornelius Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Cornelius, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Sailpointe at Lake Norman in the Westmoreland neighborhood priced from $1,180. MAA Cornelius in the Westmoreland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,193. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cornelius apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sailpointe at Lake Norman | A1 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
| MAA Cornelius | 11B | 1BR,1BA | $1,193 |
| Bexley at Davidson | Fargo | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| The Linden Apartments | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,218 |
| Bexley at Lake Norman | Ariel | 1BR,1BA | $1,234 |
| One Norman Square | Birkdale | 1BR,1BA | $1,242 |
| Reserve at Kenton Place Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 807 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Venue on South Main | S1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| The Fairways at Birkdale Apartment Homes | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,320 |
| Holly Crest Apartments | A1-3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,322 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cornelius, NC
As of August 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cornelius area is the $1.54 price per square foot BE1T - Townhome Model at Legacy Cornelius Apartments in the in the Riverdale neighborhood starting from $1,955. The second greatest value Cornelius apartment is the Calais Model at Bexley at Lake Norman starting at $1,579 with a $1.30 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy Cornelius Apartments | BE1T - Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.54 |
| Bexley at Lake Norman | Calais | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| LangTree Lake Norman | B2C | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| McDowell Creek Court | The Tides | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| MAA Cornelius | 11B | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| The Fairways at Birkdale Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Reserve at Kenton Place Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 807 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| The Alcove at Birkdale Village | Ashford | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Sailpointe at Lake Norman | A1 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Bexley at Davidson | Fargo | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
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J.V. Washam Elementary
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What type of rentals are currently available in Cornelius?
There are currently 58 Apartments for Rent in Cornelius, NC with pricing that ranges from $1,060 to $7,558. There are also 117 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cornelius ranging from $1,275 to $15,000.
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 $1,275 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,671.
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