Westmoreland
Cornelius, North Carolina
Brick traditionals on tree-lined streets.
The Community
An established Cornelius neighborhood with mature landscaping, a community pool, and clubhouse.
History
Westmoreland was planned in the early 1990s as a classic Cornelius brick-traditional neighborhood — a counterweight to the new-construction lake communities being platted west of town. The streets were laid out around mature oak corridors and a central pool-and-clubhouse parcel, with deed restrictions that have kept the architectural language consistently traditional for three decades.
Lifestyle
Life in Westmoreland is anchored by long-standing rituals: morning walks on the sidewalks, swim team at the community pool, and a robust calendar of neighborhood holiday gatherings. Many homes are owned by second-generation residents — adults who grew up here and bought their own homes a few streets over.
Architecture
Brick traditional and Georgian-influenced homes, 2,800–4,800 sq ft on quarter- to half-acre lots. Common details: full brick exteriors, traditional millwork, two- and three-car side-entry garages, and mature landscaping. A growing wave of whole-home interior renovations brings transitional updates without changing the streetscape.
Amenities
- ◆Community swimming pool with bathhouse
- ◆Clubhouse with event space and meeting room
- ◆Sidewalks throughout the neighborhood
- ◆Mature tree canopy and HOA-maintained common areas
- ◆Walkable to Cornelius Elementary
HOA & Membership
HOA dues approximately $700–$900 annually, covering pool, clubhouse, common landscaping, and sidewalk maintenance.
Average Home Value
Median home value approximately $900K; updated and expanded homes on premium lots transact between $1.1M and $1.4M.
Commute
25 minutes to Uptown Charlotte via I-77 South · 30 minutes to Charlotte-Douglas International (CLT) · 4 minutes to Birkdale Village · 8 minutes to downtown Davidson.
Schools
- ◆Cornelius Elementary
- ◆Bailey Middle
- ◆William Amos Hough High
- ◆Lake Norman Charter (K–12)
Dining Within Reach
- ◆Hello, Sailor
- ◆Port City Club
- ◆Brick House Tavern
- ◆Bagel Bin (Cornelius)
- ◆Birkdale Village restaurants (5 min)
Resident Voice
Residents describe Westmoreland as 'the neighborhood your kids will want to buy a house in' — established, consistent, and quietly elegant.
The Case For
- +Mature, established Cornelius neighborhood with strong resale
- +Walkable to Cornelius Elementary
- +Pool and clubhouse social culture
- +Consistent brick-traditional architecture
Worth Noting
- –Not waterfront and no marina access
- –Not gated — open public streets
- –Original 1990s construction often needs kitchen and bath updates
Hidden Gems
- ◆The unofficial Halloween block on Westmoreland Drive — every house decorates
- ◆The oak corridor at the eastern entrance, planted by the developer in 1992
- ◆The clubhouse holiday cookie swap that has run since 1996
FAQ
Frequently asked.
Is Westmoreland gated?+
No. Westmoreland is an open, family-oriented neighborhood with public streets and an HOA-managed pool and clubhouse.
Can you walk to Cornelius Elementary?+
Yes. Most homes are within a 10-to-15-minute walk to the elementary school.
What is the average home price?+
Homes typically trade between $725K and $1.4M, with renovated and expanded homes on the upper end.
On the Ground
Custom builds and renovations in this community frequently involve Peters Custom Homes, with interior architecture by Emerald & Oak Design.
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