Lake Norman Homes & Luxury Waterfront Living

Waterfront homes are extremely desirable, providing lake views and immediate access.

Welcome to Lake Norman

The Lake Norman area provides laid-back waterfront living and endless options for outdoor recreation just miles from Uptown Charlotte. The 10 communities surrounding this expansive lake feature a wide range of housing options, amenities, and attractions.

Real Estate

Lake Norman homes can be roughly divided into two categories, depending on their position around the lake. The east side of the lake is slightly more developed with larger populations and impressive estate homes. Median home prices in this area are much higher than on the west side, reaching more than $300,000. The west side of the lake provides more of an “old lake living” feel, with larger lot sizes, lower prices, and a slower pace of life. Lake Norman waterfront homes are extremely desirable, providing lake views and immediate access to the water’s edge.

Lifestyle and Attractions

Lake Norman is the largest man-made body of water in North Carolina, and is often referred to as the “Inland Sea”. It measures 33 miles long and nine miles wide, and has 520 miles of shoreline, making this an ideal place for boating, fishing, swimming, and other water sports. There are a number of parks surrounding the lake, which provide a public setting to enjoy the lake and other desirable amenities like sports facilities, playgrounds, picnic areas, and more.

The Lake Norman area comprises four counties and 10 communities. The counties in Lake Norman include Catawba County, Iredell County, Lincoln County, and Mecklenburg County, encompassing the nine surrounding communities of Cornelius, Davidson, Huntersville, Denver, Westport, Mooresville, Troutman, Sherrills Ford, and Terrell. The communities on the west side of the lake have smaller populations and provide a slower pace of life, while the eastern communities are larger with more local attractions and nearby amenities.

Lake Norman has grown in popularity over the years, spurred by the opportunity to enjoy recreational activities in a secluded area. The lake’s location is even more desirable because of its proximity to Uptown Charlotte for employment and the city’s many attractions. In fact, many residents of Lake Norman make the commute to Charlotte for work.

Cultural and art museums in the area include the Cornelius Arts Center, the Mooresville Museum, Memory Lane Museum, and the NC Auto Racing Hall of Fame. Catch a performing arts show at the Warehouse Performing Arts Center in Cornelius or Armour Street Theatre in Davidson. The communities of Lake Norman come together for a number of annual events and festivals, including the Annual Sheepdog Trials, Artoberfest, the Carolina Renaissance Festival, and more.

Nearby Schools and Higher Education

The Lake Norman region has 35 public schools. The largest school system in the state, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, serves Huntersville, Cornelius, and Davidson. Huntersville has 13 public schools in its vicinity, while Cornelius has five and Davidson has three. There is an outstanding number of private school options in Lake Norman, as the area holds 20 private schools. There are several colleges in the area, including Davidson College, Mitchell Community College, Catawba Valley Community College, Gaston College, and NASCAR Technical Institute.

History

Before the lake was its main attraction, the area focused on agriculture when European settlers arrived in the 1700s. The region began to grow with the arrival of the railroad in the 1850s, particularly in Mooresville and Huntersville. The area experienced substantial growth after the construction of Lake Norman itself between 1959 and 1964.

Duke Energy built the lake as part of its hydroelectric dam system along the Catawba River. Beneath the lake waters lies another layer of area history, as homes, farms, and entire towns ended up under water, including Long Island, a busy river town with three textile mills. In addition to the lake’s beneficial value of generating energy, it helps with flood control as it can hold heavy precipitation due to its expansive size. The lake also serves as a water source for Mooresville and the city of Charlotte.

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Overview for Lake Norman, NC

223,516 people live in Lake Norman, where the median age is 43 and the average individual income is $62,757. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

223,516

Total Population

43 years

Median Age

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Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$62,757

Average individual Income

Around Lake Norman, NC

There's plenty to do around Lake Norman, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Somewhat Bikeable

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Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Cozy Boutique, 77 Watersports, and Lake Norman Yacht Club.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Cozy Boutique page on Yelp Search 1098 Brawley School Rd on Google Maps	Shopping	3.32 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the 77 Watersports page on Yelp Search 571 Stutts Rd on Google Maps	Active	2.24 miles	19 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Lake Norman Yacht Club page on Yelp Search 297 Yacht Rd on Google Maps	Active	0.81 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the 9Round - Mooresville page on Yelp Search 807 Williamson Rd on Google Maps	Active	4.28 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Perfect Form Pilates page on Yelp Search 20545 Torrence Chapel Rd on Google Maps	Active	4.07 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Smooth Reflections Spa page on Yelp Search 542 Williamson Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.57 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Ambassador Hair Studio page on Yelp Search 21321 Catawba Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.88 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Lake Norman, NC

Population Households Employment

Lake Norman has 88,874 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Lake Norman do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 223,516 people call Lake Norman home. The population density is 1,649.074 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

223,516

Total Population

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Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

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Median Age

48.87 / 51.13%

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Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$62,757

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Schools in Lake Norman, NC

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The following schools are within or nearby Lake Norman. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Lake Norman Homes & Luxury Waterfront Living

Welcome to Lake Norman

Real Estate

Lifestyle and Attractions

Nearby Schools and Higher Education

History

Property Listings

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Overview for Lake Norman, NC

223,516

43 years

High

$62,757

Around Lake Norman, NC

19

Somewhat Bikeable

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for Lake Norman, NC

223,516

High

43

48.87 / 51.13%

88,874

3

$62,757

Schools in Lake Norman, NC

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Mooresville

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