16821 America Cup Rd

Cornelius, NC 28031

$2,730,000
Price
4
Beds
5,906 Sq. Ft.
$462 / Sq. Ft.
5,906
Sq. Ft.
$462
per Sq. Ft.
New
New

Description

A European estate in the heart of The Peninsula set on a premier 0.53-acre corner lot. This 5,906 sq ft French Provincial masterpiece blends timeless European architecture with modern living. The full stone and brick construction, architectural turrets with copper roofing, custom Clark Hall French doors, and three-car garage with cedar doors give the home a presence that feels both rare and enduring. Every space has been thoughtfully curated, meticulously maintained, and updated. Step inside to a...A European estate in the heart of The Peninsula set on a premier 0.53-acre corner lot. This 5,906 sq ft French Provincial masterpiece blends timeless European architecture with modern living. The full stone and brick construction, architectural turrets with copper roofing, custom Clark Hall French doors, and three-car garage with cedar doors give the home a presence that feels both rare and enduring. Every space has been thoughtfully curated, meticulously maintained, and updated. Step inside to a grand spiral staircase crowned by a stunning imported bisque floral chandelier. The two-story foyer opens to a soaring great room filled with natural light anchored by rich architectural detail, and floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace. The formal dining room features inlay hardwood flooring and a tray ceiling, offering an elegant setting for gatherings. The chef’s kitchen at the center of this open floorpan home is a showpiece of quality and design, centered around an oversized island wrapped in Walker Zanger Taj Mahal quartzite. A full-height backsplash, Brizo pot filler, a full suite of top-tier Wolf appliances, and ample counter space make everyday cooking and large-scale entertaining effortless. Spacious walk-in pantry with custom shelving completes the space, and a charming wet bar with hand-painted tile and beverage refrigerator elevates the flow for hosting. The main-level primary suite provides a serene retreat with a spa-like bathroom, freestanding tub, separate dual vanities, and custom closets. Convenience continues with an oversized laundry room complete with laundry chute and a secondary back staircase finished with a premium Stanton runner. Upstairs, a spacious billiards/bonus room with painted wood beams and a full bar becomes an instant gathering space. The billiards table conveys, making the room completely ready for use on day one. Located on the second floor are three additional bedrooms all complete with spacious walk-in closets and ensuite bathrooms ensuring comfort and privacy for family and guests. Finally the flex room which could be used as a playroom, personal gym, sitting nook, or library. Outside, the private, fenced backyard offers a peaceful escape with mature landscaping, screened-in porch with etched nautical symbol on the floor, a stone patio plumbed for a built-in grill, and a large stone fire pit with seating for many—an ideal setting for year-round outdoor living. The spacious garage with epoxy floor has keyless entry in two locations, Atom Power 11.5kw EV charger, custom shelving with a workbench, sink/faucet, wall organization, and an additional storage area with built-in cabinets to make seasonal storage easy. From major systems to complete interior updates, every inch of this home is ready to be enjoyed immediately giving the next owner all the charm of a European estate with none of the upkeep headaches. Recent improvements include: • 30-year architectural roof (2022) • Mini-split HVAC for bonus room (2021) • Two additional HVAC units (2016) • Navien tankless water heater (2024) • Atom Power 11.5 kW EV charger (2024) • Complete interior improvements in 2022.
  1. Listed by Brynn Saskowski • Brannic Properties Inc • BrynnSaskowski@gmail.com

Property Details for 16821 America Cup Road

Architectural Style
European
Waterfront Features
Boat Ramp – Community, Boat Slip – Community, Other - See Remarks
Parking Features
Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Garage Shop, Keypad Entry
Community Features
Clubhouse, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Game Court, Golf, Lake Access, Outdoor Pool, Picnic Area, Playground, Recreation Area, Sidewalks, Sport Court, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s), Walking Trails
Subdivision Name
The Peninsula
LISTING UPDATED: 01/27/2026 02:13 AM

Property Details for 16821 America Cup Road

StatusActive
MLS #4337516
Days on MarketListed Today
Taxes-
HOA Fees$787 semi-annually
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2004
Lot Size0.53 AC / 23,086 SF
CountyMecklenburg County

Location

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Building Information for 16821 America Cup Road

Stories-Year Built2004Building Size-Lot Size0.53 AC / 23,086 SF

Payment Calculator

$14,432 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$13,306

Property Taxes

$995

HOA Dues

$131

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Property Information for 16821 America Cup Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water Body Name: Lake Norman
  • Longitude: -80.934081
  • Zoning: GR
  • Latitude: 35.470536
  • Directions: Exit 28 on HWY 77 to Lake Norman. Go West on Catawba. Turn Right on Jetton. Then turn Left onto Harbor Light Blvd. From there turn right onto Flying Jib Rd. Turn right onto America Cup Rd. Home is the first driveway on the right. Corner lot facing Flying Jib Rd and America Cup Rd.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: Yes
  • HOA Name: Premier Management
  • HOA Email: kristi@premiermanagementNC.com
  • HOA Phone: 704-997-9014
  • HOA Subject To: Required
  • HOA Subject To Dues: Mandatory
  • HOA Annual Expense: $1,574.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $1,819,700.00
  • Parcel Number: 001-801-22
  • City Taxes Paid To: Cornelius
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Bailey
  • High School: William Amos Hough
  • Elementary School: Cornelius
Parking
  • Parking: Open Spaces: 3.0
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking: Other: Ample parking in the driveway. EV Charger installed. Garage also features workspace cabinets, and storage room with built-in cabinets.
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage Main Level YN: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 5682.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 224.0
  • Sq Ft Garage: 1007
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 2959
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Main: 112
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 112
  • Sq Ft Upper: 2723
  • Sq Ft Second Living Quarters HLA: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 5906.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type Additional: None
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: No
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 48
  • Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Restrictions: Architectural Review, Other - See Remarks
Green Features
  • Green Verification Count: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: City
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Gas Grill, In-Ground Irrigation
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Construction Materials: Brick Partial, Stone
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, Screened
  • Pool Private YN: No
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle, Metal
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Bar Fridge, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Exhaust Hood, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Tankless Water Heater, Wall Oven
  • Levels: Two
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
  • Heating: Ductless, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Attic Stairs Pulldown, Built-in Features, Drop Zone, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry, Wet Bar
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Chute, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink
  • Fireplace Features: Fire Pit, Gas Log, Great Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
  • Flooring: Carpet, Marble, Tile, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Basement YN: No
  • Basement Features: Other
  • Bedroom Main: 1
  • Bedroom Upper: 3
  • Full Bath Main: 1
  • Full Bath Upper: 3
  • Half Bath Main: 1
  • Half Bath Upper: 0
  • Second Living Quarters: None
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 19.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Types: Great Room-Two Story
  • Room Level: Main
Room 3
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
Room 4
  • Room Types: Breakfast
  • Room Level: Main
Room 5
  • Room Types: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 6
  • Room Types: Laundry
  • Room Level: Main
Room 7
  • Room Types: Mud
  • Room Level: Main
Room 8
  • Room Types: Office
  • Room Level: Main
Room 9
  • Room Types: Flex Space
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 10
  • Room Types: Bonus Room
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 11
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 12
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 13
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 14
  • Room Types: Recreation Room
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 15
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Main
Room 16
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 17
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 18
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 19
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Half
  • Room Level: Main
Rental
Rent Information
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)

Property History for 16821 America Cup Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 27, 2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4337516

$2,730,000—
Jan 13, 2023

Closed

CANOPY #3923000

$2,555,000—
Dec 19, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1504040632

$2,555,000

+73.7% / yr

Dec 3, 2022

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #3923000

—
Dec 3, 2022

Under Contract-Show

CANOPY #3923000

—
Nov 21, 2022

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3923000

$2,555,000—
Nov 30, 2021

Closed

CANOPY #3788999

$1,427,500—
Nov 29, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1483958901

$1,427,500

+23.9% / yr

Oct 17, 2021

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #3788999

—
Oct 17, 2021

Under Contract-Show

CANOPY #3788999

—
Oct 2, 2021

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3788999

$1,499,900—
Jun 28, 2019

Closed

CANOPY #3411989

$825,000—
May 9, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #649412279

$825,000

-1.2% / yr

Apr 26, 2019

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #3411989

—
Jul 8, 2018

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3411989

$929,900—
Sep 7, 2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #166515655

$975,000

+251.0% / yr

Sep 6, 2005

Closed

CANOPY #528232

$975,000—
Jun 23, 2005

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #528232

$950,000—
Dec 24, 2003

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #128367319

$114,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/27/2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4337516

$2,730,000
01/13/2023

Closed

CANOPY #3923000

$2,555,000
12/19/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1504040632

$2,555,000

+73.7% / yr

12/03/2022

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #3923000

—
12/03/2022

Under Contract-Show

CANOPY #3923000

—
11/21/2022

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3923000

$2,555,000
11/30/2021

Closed

CANOPY #3788999

$1,427,500
11/29/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1483958901

$1,427,500

+23.9% / yr

10/17/2021

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #3788999

—
10/17/2021

Under Contract-Show

CANOPY #3788999

—
10/02/2021

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3788999

$1,499,900
06/28/2019

Closed

CANOPY #3411989

$825,000
05/09/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #649412279

$825,000

-1.2% / yr

04/26/2019

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #3411989

—
07/08/2018

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3411989

$929,900
09/07/2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #166515655

$975,000

+251.0% / yr

09/06/2005

Closed

CANOPY #528232

$975,000
06/23/2005

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #528232

$950,000
12/24/2003

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #128367319

$114,500

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 16821 America Cup Road

Taxable ValueLand$300,000Additions$1,519,700Total$1,819,700
Tax Record2024$11,941 ($995 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt6,011 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,011 SqFtStories2Lot Size23,280 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2004ZoningGRCountyMECKLENBURGAPN00180122Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 16821 America Cup Road

This home is within Charlotte-Mecklenburg School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Cornelius Elementary
Public - K to 5
Bailey Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
William Amos Hough High
Public - 9 to 12
Merancas Middle College High
Public - 11 to 13
Rating
School
Distance
Cornelius Elementary
PublicK to 5

Bailey Middle School
Public6 to 8

William Amos Hough High
Public9 to 12

Merancas Middle College High
Public11 to 13

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 16821 America Cup Road, Cornelius, NC 28031

16821 America Cup Road is a single family home for sale in Cornelius, NC 28031. This property was listed for sale on January 27, 2026 by Brannic Properties Inc, it's currently listed at $2,730,000. It has been on the market for a total of 0 days and was last sold on January 13, 2023. This listing's school district is Charlotte-Mecklenburg School District. Nearby schools include Cornelius Elementary, Bailey Middle School and William Amos Hough High. 16821 America Cup Road is a 4-bed, 5-bath, 5,906 sqft single family home built in 2004.

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