$1,249,900
21200 Rio Oro Drive
Cornelius, NC 28031
About This Property
Welcome to your peaceful waterfront retreat with a minimal HOA, tucked away in a quiet cove in the heart of Cornelius, just minutes from the Cain Center for the Arts, shopping, dining, breweries, and parks. A rare and valuable feature, the private pier and dock accommodate two boats in deep water, offering easy access to Lake Norman’s main channel and elevating this property into a true lakefront escape. Inside, the bright and airy open floor plan offers a natural flow ideal for everyday living and entertaining.
The upgraded kitchen features quartz countertops, a large island with storage, abundant cabinetry, stainless steel appliances including refrigerator, double ovens, five-burner gas cooktop, tile backsplash, and upgraded lighting. The light-filled great room includes a ceiling fan and seamless access to the deck, creating effortless indoor-outdoor living with peaceful lake views. The primary suite provides a private retreat with recessed lighting, ceiling fan, private deck access, walk-in closet, and en-suite bath with dual vanity, tiled shower, and soaking garden tub.
Additional highlights include exceptional storage throughout, including a storage shed. Outdoor living is enhanced by an expansive covered deck with step-down access to a large paver patio with fire pit, while the private dock offers open views toward the main channel — perfect for enjoying the Lake Norman lifestyle.
CAR MLS # 291705656
Quick Facts
Time on Site
6 months ago
Property Type
Residential
Year Built
1979
Price/Sq.Ft.
$618
Property Details
Schools
Features & Amenities
Features:
- Built-in Features
- Drop Zone
- Garden Tub
- Kitchen Island
- Open Floorplan
- Split Bedroom
- Storage
- Walk-In Closet(s)
Location & Map
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Additional Information
Utilities
- Public Sewer
- City
Lot And Land
- Back Yard
- Fenced
- Wooded
- Views
- Waterfront
- Shed(s)
Agent Contacts
- Palmetto Park Realty Team Fort Mill: 803.548.6123
Interior Details
- Heat Pump
- Tile
- Sliding Doors
- Electric Dryer Hookup
- Laundry Room
- Main Level
- Sink
- Built-in Features
- Drop Zone
- Garden Tub
- Kitchen Island
- Open Floorplan
- Split Bedroom
- Storage
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Smoke Detector(s)
- Fire Pit
Exterior Features
- Fire Pit
- In-Ground Irrigation
- Hardboard Siding
- Covered
- Deck
- Patio
- Other - See Remarks
Parking And Garage
- Driveway
Waterfront And View
- Water
- Year Round
- Boat Ramp – Community
- Boat Slip – Community
- Pier
- Dock
Financial Information
Dwelling And Structure
- Transitional
Basement And Foundation
- Crawl Space
Zoning And Restrictions
Square Footage And Levels
- One
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