19901 S Main St
Cornelius, NC 28031
Retail Property For Sale

Prime Downtown Cornelius Opportunity – Turnkey Retail Space with Kitchen!
?? 19901 S Main Street, Cornelius, NC 28031 --Asking Price: $1,375,000
Property Overview
Great opportunity in the heart of Downtown Cornelius on bustling South Main Street! Steps from the renowned Cain Center for the Arts and the upscale Antiquity neighborhood, this property delivers unmatched visibility and foot traffic in the vibrant Lake Norman area. Ideal for restaurateurs, bakers, cafes, or creative retail concepts – it's a canvas with proven history as a beloved bakery and lunch spot.
Key Features:
• Building Type: 2-story brick commercial building (versatile for retail/office/mixed-use) PARCEL ID: 00521112—2,496 SF +/- per tax records.
• Prior Use: Restaurant/bakery with existing kitchen facilities – turnkey for food service! We have plans of the building that can be sent over upon request
• Lot Size: ~1.2 acres (per public records)
• See notes below from Town on Cornelius with connection to Oak Street:
There would not be an issue with placing an additional driveway at the back of this property provided that: A site plan is submitted showing the proposed driveway connection location and drive isle to existing business.
• Driveway should be situated as far away from the Oak/Gem St intersection as possible.
• 35’ x 35’ sight triangles can be provided at the driveway connection.
• Lastly, the new pavement must be accounted for on the site plan to confirm compliance with the post-construction stormwater ordinance (if applicable).
• Parking: Ample on-site parking, adjacent to Walgreens Pharmacy for convenience
• Zoning/Highlights: ZONING TOWN CENTER (TC) AND PART OF DOWNTOWN MASTERPLAN (See below link)
• https://cornelius.org/government/departments/planning_/downtown_master_plan/index.php
• High-traffic corridor across from Antiquity and the new Harris Teeter shopping center – perfect for daily draw!
Prime Location Perks
• Visibility & Traffic: Exceptional exposure on S Main St – a gateway to Cornelius' thriving downtown scene
• Proximity:
o 5-minute walk to Cain Center for the Arts
o Adjacent to upscale residential and retail hubs
o 30 minutes to Charlotte Douglas International Airport
o Just 25 miles to Uptown Charlotte for events, dining, and cultural hotspots
• Market Strength: Cornelius is booming with Lake Norman's affluent lifestyle – think boating, festivals, and a growing population of professionals seeking unique local experiences.
**Property is Vacant
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