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21217 Island Forest Drive

Cornelius, NC 28031

Pending 57 days on market Listing ID CAR299418608

$2,879,900

4 bd · 3 ba · 3,740 sqft · $770/sqft

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,740 Sq Ft
$770/Sq Ft
1996 Built
Single Family ResidenceIsland ForestApr 17, 2026

Highlights

1996 build4 bedroomsSingle Family ResidenceIsland ForestFireplaceWaterfrontScenic ViewHOA Community

About This Home

Stunning cedar shake waterfront retreat with breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Norman. This impeccably maintained home blends timeless charm with refined comfort, featuring rich hardwood floors, a dramatic stone fireplace, and walls of windows that flood the interior with natural light while showcasing the water from nearly every angle.

Designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living, enjoy peaceful mornings and unforgettable sunsets from the spacious screened porch and covered terrace overlooking the lake.

The waterfront experience is truly exceptional, complete with a private pier, boat lifts, seawall, and a picturesque boardwalk—perfect for embracing the ultimate Lake Norman lifestyle.

Inside, the home offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and approximately 3,708 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. The expansive upper-level bonus room provides incredible flexibility for a media room, home office, or guest retreat.

A rare opportunity to own a private waterfront retreat with spectacular views and premium features!

See Upgrade List in Attachments. Currently verifying if there is room for a pool.

Property Details

Interior Details

Heating
  • Central
  • Forced Air
  • Natural Gas
Flooring
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Wood
Sqftmain
1959
Roomcount
14
Sqftlower
0
Sqftthird
0
Sqftupper
1781
Sqftgarage
562
Bedroommain
1
Bedroomlower
0
Bedroomthird
0
Bedroomupper
3
Fullbathmain
1
Halfbathmain
1
Fullbathlower
0
Fullbaththird
0
Fullbathupper
2
Halfbathlower
0
Halfbaththird
0
Half Bathrooms
1
Bedroombasement
0
Total Bathrooms
4
Window Features
  • Insulated Window(s)
Fullbathbasement
0
Halfbathbasement
0
Laundry Features
  • Laundry Room
Sqftunheatedmain
562
Interior Features
  • Attic Walk In
Mainlevelgarageyn
1
Sqftunheatedtotal
562
Fireplace Features
  • Great Room
Sqfttotalpropertyhla
3740

Dwelling And Structure

Architectural Style
  • Traditional

Square Footage And Levels

Levels
  • Two
Above Grade Finished Area
3740
Below Grade Finished Area
0

Parking And Garage

Open Parking
true
Parking Features
  • Driveway
  • Attached Garage
Open Parking Spaces
3

Exterior Features

Roof
  • Architectural Shingle
  • Fiberglass
Exterior Features
  • In-Ground Irrigation
Construction Materials
  • Cedar Shake
Patio And Porch Features
  • Covered
  • Deck
  • Front Porch
  • Rear Porch
  • Screened

Lot And Land

Fencing
  • Partial
Lot Features
  • Level
  • Views
  • Waterfront
Lot Size Units
Acres

Basement And Foundation

Foundation Details
  • Crawl Space

Waterfront And View

View
  • Water
  • Year Round
Waterfront Features
  • Boat Lift
  • Boat Slip (Deed)
  • Personal Watercraft Lift
  • Pier
  • Retaining Wall
  • Dock

Utilities

Sewer
  • Septic Installed
Utilities
  • Natural Gas
Water Source
  • City
  • Well

Financial Information

Citytaxespaidto
Cornelius

Zoning And Restrictions

Zoningspecification
G R

Listed by Michael Green (704-954-4489) · Ivester Jackson Christie's (704-655-0586)

Location

Address
21217 Island Forest Drive
City
Cornelius, NC 28031
Community
Island Forest
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Schools

Elementary
Unspecified
Middle
Unspecified
High
Unspecified

School assignments may change. Contact the school district to confirm.

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