$1,600,000
SOLD MAY 11, 2026

20139 Rainbow Cir Cornelius, NC 28031

Cornelius Area
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,808 Sq Ft
0.47 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 11, 2026

$885 Per Sq Ft

11% Below List Price

53 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Pier
  • Wooded Lot
  • Laundry Room
  • Waterfront
  • Wood Flooring
  • Shed

About This Home

As of May 2026

Experience classic lakefront living on Lake Norman at this charming waterfront retreat in the heart of Cornelius. Nestled on a beautiful half-acre lot with approximately 100+ feet of shoreline on a quiet cove, this property offers stunning water views, gentle access to the lake, and multiple outdoor living spaces designed to capture the beauty of lakeside living. The home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a comfortable, open layout ideal for both relaxing weekends and full-time lake living. Large windows throughout bring in natural light and frame gorgeous water views, while a sunroom and spacious deck provide the perfect setting for entertaining or enjoying peaceful sunsets over the lake. The primary suite features an updated bathroom, creating a private retreat after a day on the water.
Step outside to your private lakeside oasis featuring a private pier and boat slip, ideal for boating, swimming, and enjoying everything Lake Norman has to offer. With a gentle slope to the shoreline, the lot is perfect for easy lake access and outdoor enjoyment. Investors and Builders, Check out this lot with several surrounding new constructions currently underway.
Located just minutes from shopping, dining, and I-77, Birkdale, and downtown Cornelius, this property combines the tranquility of waterfront living with the convenience of nearby amenities.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kristin Pisani

Coldwell Banker Realty Brokerage Email: kristin.pisani@cbrealty.com License #313071 Listed on: 03/02/2026

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Kim Wilson

Keller Williams Lake Norman License #172060

Keller Williams Lake Norman
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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1986

Lot Details

  • 20,473 Sq Ft Lot
  • Waterfront
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned R122

HOA Fees

  • $8 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Aluminum Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,808 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Water Views
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Convection Oven
  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer

Outdoor Features

  • Pier
  • Fire Pit
  • Shed
  • Outbuilding

Schools

  • Cornelius Elementary School
  • Bailey Middle School
  • William Amos Hough High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System

Community Details

  • Biscayne Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 00170127

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1986

Lot Details

0.47 Acres

HOA Fees

$8 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1986
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 884.96
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Attribution Contact: kristin.pisani@cbrealty.com
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1808
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1808
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Living Area: 1808
  • Bedroom Main: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Dock - Floating, Storage
  • New Construction: No
  • Roof: Aluminum
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Water, Year Round
  • Water Body Name: Lake Norman
  • Waterfront Features: Beach - Private, Boat Ramp – Community, Pier, Dock
  • Construction Type: Aluminum, Vinyl
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)

Garage/Parking

  • Main Level Garage YN: 0
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway

Utilities

  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Water Source: City

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 100
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Association Annual Expense: 100.00

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Bailey
  • HOA Subject To: Required

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Wooded, Views, Waterfront
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 00170127
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.47
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Specification: R122

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Cornelius
  • High School: William Amos Hough

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 2, 2026
Closed on
May 7, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Kristin Pisani
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kim Wilson
Keller Williams Lake Norman
List Price
$1,800,000
Sold Price
$1,600,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$200,000
-11.11%
Views
70

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.00%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 19, 2022
Closed on
Apr 29, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Angela Jordan
Smith-Jordan Realty
Buyer's Agent
Angela Jordan
Smith-Jordan Realty
List Price
$1,499,000
Sold Price
$1,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$149,000
-9.94%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.30%
Original Mortgage
$1,147,500
Interest Rate
4.16%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 1988
Bought by
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,600,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $1,350,000 Collum & Perry Pllc
Deed $176,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,147,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $150,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $395,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $295,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $70,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $277,650 Unknown
Previous Owner $74,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $200,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/11/2026 05/11/26 Sold $1,600,000 -11.1% $885 / Sq Ft
04/24/2026 04/24/26 Pending -- -- --
03/02/2026 03/02/26 For Sale $1,800,000 +33.3% $996 / Sq Ft
04/29/2022 04/29/22 Sold $1,350,000 0.0% $750 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/15/2022 03/15/22 Price Changed $1,350,000 -9.9% $750 / Sq Ft
02/19/2022 02/19/22 For Sale $1,499,000 0.0% $833 / Sq Ft
02/18/2022 02/18/22 For Sale $1,499,000 -- $833 / Sq Ft
Source: Canopy MLS

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $8,815 $1,315,800 $1,000,000 $315,800
2024 $8,684 $1,315,800 $1,000,000 $315,800
2023 $8,547 $1,315,800 $1,000,000 $315,800
2022 $6,569 $769,200 $585,000 $184,200
2021 $6,492 $769,200 $585,000 $184,200
2020 $6,383 $756,200 $585,000 $171,200
2019 $6,377 $756,200 $585,000 $171,200
2018 $5,740 $529,800 $420,000 $109,800
2017 $5,697 $529,800 $420,000 $109,800
2016 $5,693 $529,800 $420,000 $109,800
2015 -- $529,800 $420,000 $109,800
2014 $5,608 $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Canopy MLS

MLS Number: 4354765

Canopy MLS

APN: 001-701-27

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