21200 Rio Oro Dr Cornelius, NC 28031
Estimated payment $7,147/month
Highlights
- Hot Property
- Pier
- Open Floorplan
- Bailey Middle School Rated A-
- Waterfront
- Deck
About This Home
Welcome to your peaceful waterfront retreat with a minimal HOA, tucked away in a quiet cove in the heart of Cornelius and just minutes from the Cain Center for the Arts, shopping, dining, breweries, and parks. A rare and valuable feature, the private pier and dock can accommodate two boats, offering easy access to Lake Norman’s main channel and elevating this property into a true lakefront escape. Stepping inside there is a bright & airy, open plan with nice flow! The upgraded kitchen features quartz countertops, a large island with storage, abundant cabinetry, stainless steel appliances (refrigerator included), double ovens, a five-burner gas cooktop, tile backsplash, and upgraded lighting—perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The light-filled great room offers comfortable living with a ceiling fan/light and seamless access to the deck, creating effortless indoor-outdoor flow with peaceful lake views. The primary suite provides a private retreat with recessed lighting, ceiling fan, private deck access, walk-in closet, and private bath featuring a dual vanity, tiled shower, and soaking garden tub. This home offers a tremendous amount of storage (including a storage shed). An expansive covered deck with a covered portion & step down to a large paver patio with fire pit, invites relaxation at any time of day, while the private dock provides open views toward the main channel, ideal for enjoying the lake lifestyle.
Listing Agent
Keller Williams Lake Norman Brokerage Email: Matt@TheSarverGroup.com License #234447 Listed on: 12/12/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1979
Lot Details
- Waterfront
- Back Yard Fenced
- Irrigation
- Wooded Lot
- Property is zoned GR
HOA Fees
- $6 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- Driveway
Home Design
- Transitional Architecture
- Hardboard
Interior Spaces
- 2,022 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Built-In Features
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Sliding Doors
- Mud Room
- Storage
- Tile Flooring
- Water Views
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Built-In Self-Cleaning Double Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- Split Bedroom Floorplan
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Soaking Tub
- Garden Bath
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Electric Dryer Hookup
Outdoor Features
- Pier
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Fire Pit
- Shed
Schools
- Cornelius Elementary School
- Bailey Middle School
- William Amos Hough High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heat Pump System
Community Details
- Bahia Bay Association
- Bahia Bay Subdivision
- Mandatory home owners association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 001-297-43
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| 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 | -- | $1,000,000 | $675,000 | $325,000 |
| 2024 | -- | $1,000,000 | $675,000 | $325,000 |
| 2023 | $4,902 | $1,000,000 | $675,000 | $325,000 |
| 2022 | $5,000 | $584,300 | $337,500 | $246,800 |
| 2021 | $4,941 | $584,300 | $337,500 | $246,800 |
| 2020 | $4,934 | $543,400 | $337,500 | $205,900 |
| 2019 | $4,592 | $543,400 | $337,500 | $205,900 |
| 2018 | $4,222 | $389,000 | $280,000 | $109,000 |
| 2017 | $4,189 | $389,000 | $280,000 | $109,000 |
| 2016 | $3,965 | $368,400 | $280,000 | $88,400 |
| 2015 | -- | $368,400 | $280,000 | $88,400 |
| 2014 | $3,904 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 12/12/25 | For Sale | $1,279,900 | +41.4% | $633 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/27/2023 04/27/23 | Sold | $905,212 | -2.7% | $443 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/31/2023 03/31/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/01/2023 03/01/23 | For Sale | $930,212 | +68.5% | $455 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/24/2017 08/24/17 | Sold | $552,000 | -8.0% | $367 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/27/2017 07/27/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/24/2017 04/24/17 | For Sale | $599,900 | -- | $399 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $906,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $552,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $365,000 | Investors Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $365,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $135,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $424,100 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $290,000 | New Conventional |
About the Listing Agent
Matt Sarver grew up in Oregon and Florida and relocated to Charlotte, NC area in 2003 and found it to be a great balance of the two! In 2005 he joined Keller Williams Realty in the Lake Norman area as it’s the #1 largest Real Estate firm in the U.S. as their agent training, technology and reputation is highly regarded as honesty, integrity and service are part of their core values. 17 years in a row he was voted “Overall Satisfaction” by 5 star agent and recognized in Charlotte Magazine, which
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