Location, opportunity, and room to make it your own in the heart of Cornelius! This classic brick ranch sits on a generous 0.57-acre lot just moments from the shops, dining, entertainment, and community amenities of Old Town Cornelius. With 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, an attached garage, and a functional single-level layout, the home offers a solid foundation for a buyer ready to add their own style and personal touches. Inside, you'll find original character and spaces ready to be refreshed and reimagined to suit your vision. Whether you're dreaming of a modern renovation, looking for a home you can update over time, or searching for an investment opportunity in an established area, this property offers plenty of possibilities. The location is the standout, enjoy convenient access to Catawba Avenue, the Cain Center for the Arts, local restaurants and shops, parks, and all that the Lake Norman area has to offer. Cornelius Elementary is just around the corner, with Bailey Middle and Hough High also nearby. Add in the expansive lot, mature setting, no HOA, and easy access to I-77, and this is an opportunity to create something special in one of Cornelius' most convenient locations. Bring your vision and make this one your own!
Under contract-show
$364,900
20914 Academy St, Cornelius, NC 28031
3beds
1,275sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1964
0.57 Acres Lot
$355,700 Zestimate®
$286/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 31 days
- 175
- 16
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Zach Howder zach@trunorthpropertypartners.com,
Lantern Realty & Development, LLC
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4427193
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Has basement: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,275
- Total interior livable area: 1,275 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,275
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached Garage, Garage on Main Level
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.57 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 00520124
- Zoning: NR
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Partial, Vinyl
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1964
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Cornelius
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $286/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $334,000
- Date on market: 9/24/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 34 days
- Road surface type: Concrete, Paved
Estimated market value
$355,700
$338,000 - $373,000
$1,964/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $364,900-5.2%$286/sqft |
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| 9/21/2026 | Listing removed | $385,000$302/sqft |
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| 9/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $385,000+6.1%$302/sqft |
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| 4/22/2022 | Sold | $363,000-0.5%$285/sqft |
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| 4/4/2022 | Pending sale | $365,000$286/sqft |
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| 3/2/2022 | Listed for sale | $365,000+19.5%$286/sqft |
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| 1/31/2022 | Sold | $305,500$240/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $334,000 |
| 2024 | -- | $334,000 |
| 2023 | -- | $334,000 +117.2% |
| 2022 | -- | $153,800 |
| 2021 | -- | $153,800 |
| 2020 | -- | $153,800 |
| 2019 | $1,324 -1.9% | $153,800 +25.4% |
| 2018 | $1,349 +1.2% | $122,600 |
| 2017 | $1,333 | $122,600 |
| 2016 | $1,333 | $122,600 |
| 2015 | $1,333 +1.8% | $122,600 |
| 2014 | $1,309 | -- |
| 2013 | -- | $122,600 -0.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $123,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $123,400 +30.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $94,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $94,800 |
| 2008 | -- | $94,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $94,800 |
| 2006 | -- | $94,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $94,800 |
| 2004 | -- | $94,800 |
| 2003 | -- | $94,800 +5.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $90,040 |
| 2001 | -- | $90,040 |
| 2000 | -- | $90,040 |
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Neighborhood: 28031
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cornelius
- Middle: Bailey
- High: William Amos Hough
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






