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21307 Island Forest
Cornelius, NC 28031
3
bedrooms
3
baths
2,413
sq.ft.
$331
price per sf

Presented By
Carnarri Cofield
REALTOR®
About This Property
If a meticulously maintained home is what you’re after, this is it! This exceptional single-level home with a finished room over the garage, crafted by ES Johnson Builders, is located in the highly sought-after Island Forest waterfront community on Lake Norman. Positioned on a desirable corner lot with seasonal peek water views, the home offers timeless craftsmanship, coveted lake access, and a thoughtfully designed layout blending comfort and sophistication. The residence features 3-bedrooms and 3-bathrooms, including dual primary suites on the main level, each with a private en suite bath, ideal for guests or multigenerational living. Architectural highlights include a welcoming covered entry, craftsman-style moldings, custom built-ins, solid oak flooring, tall ceilings, and rich maple cabinetry. The open, flowing floorplan provides abundant storage and effortless everyday living, while a fully screened back porch extends the living space outdoors. The upper level offers a versatile bedroom or oversized bonus room with a newly built full bath, perfect for guests, a home office, or recreation space. Thoughtful updates offer peace of mind, including a Trane HVAC system (2019), new roof (2022), tankless water heater (2022), hardwood flooring replacing carpet (2022), fresh exterior paint (2024), and crawlspace encapsulation (2025). Island Forest offers a community dock, boat launch & picnic area located off Montcalm & Island Forest Drive, providing easy access to the Lake Norman lifestyle. Ideally situated just five minutes from grocery stores, dining, coffee shops, and I-77 in desirable Cornelius, this home is truly move-in ready.
About the Neighborhood
Homes for sale in 28031 deliver one of the most coveted addresses in the entire Lake Norman region, encompassing the waterfront communities of Cornelius along the lake's eastern shoreline approximately 20 miles north of Uptown Charlotte via I-77. The residential landscape ranges from established 1980s and 1990s traditional lakefront estates with private docks to newer construction luxury communities and low-maintenance townhomes catering to buyers seeking Lake Norman access at varied price points. Jetton Park — one of Mecklenburg County's most beloved waterfront parks featuring swimming beaches, kayak launches, and miles of greenway trails — sits directly within the zip code, as does the walkable Downtown Cornelius corridor along Catawba Avenue with its independent restaurants and local breweries. Major employers along the I-77 corporate corridor in Cornelius and Huntersville are minutes away, and the commute to Uptown Charlotte runs approximately 25–30 minutes on I-77. The 28031 real estate market commands strong and consistent demand from buyers seeking genuine lakefront lifestyle with direct interstate connectivity to Charlotte's urban core.
Property Features
Property Description
- Beds Total: 3
- Full Baths: 3
- Half Baths: 0
- Year Built: 2001
- Living Area: 2,413 sqft
- New Construction: No
- MLS #: 4325420
Additional Home Features
- Subdivision: Island Forest
- Neighborhood: Island Forest
Association
- HOA Required: Yes
Interior Features
- Attic Walk In
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- Laundry Room
- Main Level
Appliances
- Other
Construction Materials
- Brick Partial
- Hardboard Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Central Air
Foundation Details
- Crawl Space
Heating
- Forced Air
- Natural Gas
Laundry Features
- Laundry Room
- Main Level
Levels
- One and One Half
Parking Features
- Attached Garage
- Garage Faces Side
- Garage Spaces: 2
Exterior Features
- Patio/Porch: Covered, Rear Porch, Screened
Road
- Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
- Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
Sewer
- Septic Installed
- Other - See Remarks
WaterSource
- City
Community Features
- Lake Access
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
- Wood
Fireplace
- Fireplace: Yes
- Gas
- Great Room
Tax and Financial Info
- Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional
Location
LISTING COURTESY OF: IVESTER JACKSON CHRISTIE'S
lizmiller@ivesterjackson.com
$799,000
Est. Payment: $4,107/mo
Adjust down payment, rate & terms
21307 Island Forest
Cornelius, NC 28031
3
bedrooms
3
baths
2,413
sq.ft.
$331
price per sf

Presented By
Carnarri Cofield
REALTOR®
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$799,000
21307 Island Forest
3 bed, 3 bath
