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Living in Cornelius.

The heart of Lake Norman, with marinas, waterfront dining and an I-77 commute.

Mecklenburg County

Why people love Cornelius

Cornelius sits on the southeast shore of Lake Norman in northern Mecklenburg County. It's known for marinas, lakefront restaurants and waterfront neighborhoods, with I-77 putting uptown Charlotte about 25 minutes away.

  • Marinas and waterfront dining
  • Lakefront and lake-access neighborhoods
  • Quick commute to uptown Charlotte
  • Parks and greenways
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MecklenburgCounty
~25 minTo Charlotte
Lake NormanSoutheast shore
I-77Commuter corridor

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