Wilmington, NC · 90 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Wilmington's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,570–$11,110/mo
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Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehab Center of Southpor
630 Fodale Avenue, Southport, NC 28461 · Brunswick County
Short-Term Rehab Services
65
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 72% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Southport
Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehab Center of Southpor is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Southport, NC, with 99 certified beds and an average of about 71 residents per day. It operates as part of the Liberty Senior Living network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.81 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.70 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.81 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Southport, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 99
- Avg. residents/day
- 71
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Liberty Senior Living
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 345373
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $8,570–$11,110/mo (median $9,560) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Wilmington prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.81
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.70
- National avg ≈ 0.75
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 6
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-05-01
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (31 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-11-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-05-01Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2025-05-01Severity D — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
2025-05-01Severity D — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
2025-05-01Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-05-01Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
2024-03-07Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
2024-03-07Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ On-site salon / barber
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Housekeeping & laundry
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
630 Fodale Avenue, Southport, NC
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehab Center of Southpor
How much does Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehab Center of Southpor cost?
Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehab Center of Southpor does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Southport, NC area typically runs $8,570–$11,110 per month (median $9,560, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehab Center of Southpor's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehab Center of Southpor 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehab Center of Southpor?
Staff provide about 3.81 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehab Center of Southpor?
Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehab Center of Southpor has 31 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-01). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehab Center of Southpor have availability?
Typically 72% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehab Center of Southpor offer?
Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehab Center of Southpor in Southport, NC offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 99 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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