$950,000

21220 Rio Oro Dr Cornelius, NC 28031

Bahia Bay Neighborhood

Estimated payment $5,804/month

Total Views 2,514
2 Beds
3 Baths
1,660 Sq Ft
$572 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Access To Lake
  • Boat Slip
  • Deck
  • Bailey Middle School Rated A-
  • Waterfront
  • Cottage

About This Home

3 bedroom lakefront cottage in Cornelius on Lake Norman! Enjoy unbeatable location with quick access to shops, dining, and a short drive to Charlotte. The main level features a bedroom and full bath, plus an updated, freshly painted kitchen. Wake up to stunning lake views from both upstairs bedrooms, with two full baths for convenience. Step out back to a beautiful yard and the largest double-decker dock on the cove—perfect for sunset views or boat rides to local restaurants. Ideal as a primary residence or vacation getaway. Community lake access included. Home is currently on city water, but private septic, septic permit is for 2 bedrooms, although a 1500 gallon tank. City Sewer is available for tap fee.

Listing Agent

Eric Maynard

Keller Williams Unified Brokerage Email: ericmaynard@kw.com License #313547

Keller Williams Unified

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,937

Year Built

  • Built in 1986

Lot Details

  • Waterfront
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Property is zoned GR

HOA Fees

  • $6 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Water Views
  • Crawl Space
  • Electric Range
  • Laundry Room

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Access To Lake
  • Boat Slip
  • Deck
  • Porch

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • Bahia Bay HOA
  • Bahia Bay Subdivision
  • Mandatory home owners association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 001-297-39

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,937

Year Built

Built in 1986

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$6 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Year Built: 1986
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 572.29
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Attribution Contact: ericmaynard@kw.com
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 933
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 727
  • Appliances: Electric Range
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1660
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Living Area: 1660
  • Bedroom Main: 1
  • Room Count: 10

Exterior Features

  • New Construction: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • View: Water
  • Water Body Name: Lake Norman
  • Waterfront Features: Boat Slip (Deed)
  • Construction Type: Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch

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: Septic Installed, Other - See Remarks
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Water Source: City

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Lake Access
  • Association Fee: 75
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Hoa Subject To Dues: Mandatory
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Name: Bahia Bay HOA
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Annually

Association/Amenities

  • Association Annual Expense: 75.00

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Views, Waterfront
  • Lot Size Area: 0.23
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 001-297-39
  • Zoning: GR
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Zoning Specification: GR

Green Features

  • Green Verification Count: 0

MLS Schools

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

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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
2023 $5,937 $897,200 $675,000 $222,200
2022 $4,342 $506,800 $337,500 $169,300
2021 $4,291 $506,800 $337,500 $169,300
2020 $4,291 $506,800 $337,500 $169,300
2019 $4,285 $506,800 $337,500 $169,300
2018 $4,334 $399,400 $280,000 $119,400
2017 $4,300 $399,400 $280,000 $119,400
2016 $4,297 $399,400 $280,000 $119,400
2015 $4,233 $399,400 $280,000 $119,400
2014 $4,231 $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/19/2025 04/19/25 For Sale $950,000 -- $572 / Sq Ft
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $442,500 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Warranty Deed $260,000 --
Warranty Deed $240,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $100,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $60,750 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $240,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $45,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $246,900 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $180,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

MLS Number: 4241173

Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

APN: 001-297-39