Cornelius NC Real Estate - Growth & Lakeside Living

Established in 1905, the Town of Cornelius originated as a mill and farm community. Originally called “Liverpool,” Cornelius was later changed and named in honor of J.B. Cornelius who was the principal stock holder in the local cotton mill. With the closing of the mills, the damming of the Catawba River, the development of I-77 and the growth of the Town as a result of its close proximity to Charlotte, the Town has seen its population grown significantly in the past few years to over 20,000 residents. This Charlotte Real Estate market draws people due to its proximity to Uptown Charlotte combined with the benefits of lakeside living and associated recreation.