
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Southport, NC (51 Rentals)


1911 Gastonia Rd

4933 Abbington Oaks Way SE

1098 E Longleaf Dr

4764 Longview Dr SE

1911 Gastonia Rd

3203 St James Dr SE

4136 Vanessa Dr SE

308 Stuart Ave

2447 Frink Lake Dr
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Villas at Fisher Landing

Ascend Brunswick Village

Oak Harbor Village

Proximity Watermark

Hawthorne Cottages at Leland

The Cottages at Riverlights

Oasis at Riverlights

Belle Meade
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Still Meadow Village

The Keys at 17th Street

Crosswinds Apartments

Townes at Prior

Carolina Crossing

Cadia Myrtle Landing - Townhomes for Rent

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The Landing at Stone Chimney

Arboretum at Brunswick Village
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Meridian at Fairfield Park

Ansley Park

Hawthorne at the Pointe

Egret Pointe Apartment Homes

Hawthorne Waterside

Element Barclay Station

Hawthorne at Indy West

Element Barclay

Willow Glen

Townes at Park Place
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Hawthorne at Pine Forest

107 NE 30th St

720 Gulf Stream Dr

326 NE 47th St

201 NE 48th St

127 NE 34th St

226 NE 46th St

1212 Bowfin Ln

215 NE 63rd St

1 Neptune Pl
Southport, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southport?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southport Studio Apartments | $1,675 | $1,027 | $1,875 |
| Southport 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,627 | $823 | $2,800 |
| Southport 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,945 | $982 | $4,690 |
Southport 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,246 | $1,129 | $6,050 |
| Southport 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,388 | $2,020 | $2,588 |
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Largest Available Southport 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Southport, NC is found at Riverwood Apartments & Townhomes in the Shipyard Plaza neighborhood and is 1,832 square feet priced from $2,624. Carolina Crossing has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,744 square feet and currently listed start at $2,025. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Southport:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverwood Apartments & Townhomes | C2B | 1,832 Sq Ft | $2,624 |
| Carolina Crossing | The Engage | 1,744 Sq Ft | $2,025 |
| Element Barclay | 3A | 1,659 Sq Ft | $2,631 |
| Cadia Myrtle Landing - Townhomes for Rent | Magnolia | 1,622 Sq Ft | $2,403 |
| The Landing at Stone Chimney | ARIA | 1,618 Sq Ft | $2,050 |
| Townes at Park Place | Catawba Exterior | 1,511 Sq Ft | $1,949 |
| Ansley Park | 3C | 1,479 Sq Ft | $2,050 |
| Ascend Brunswick Village | CC1 | 1,446 Sq Ft | $2,168 |
| The Cottages at Riverlights | 3 Bed Cactus Cottage w/ Garage | 1,440 Sq Ft | $2,650 |
| Argento at Riverlights Apartments | C2 | 1,426 Sq Ft | $2,299 |
Cheapest Available Southport 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 19, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Southport, NC is the Hemingway Model starting from $1,468 at The Keys at 17th Street in the Shipyard Plaza neighborhood. The second most affordable Southport 3 Bedroom is the Calabash Model at Willow Glen starting at $1,478 in the Silver Lake neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Southport is currently $2,246. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Southport:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Keys at 17th Street | Hemingway | $1,468 |
| Willow Glen | Calabash | $1,478 |
| Crosswinds Apartments | Willow - Classic | $1,497 |
| Still Meadow Village | THE PROMENADE | $1,725 |
| Belle Meade | The Seneca | $1,795 |
| Hawthorne at Pine Forest | Clarity | $1,808 |
| Carolina Crossing | The Efficient | $1,825 |
| Ascend Brunswick Village | C1 | $1,850 |
| Townes at Park Place | Catawba Interior | $1,949 |
| Oasis at Riverlights | The Cape | $1,999 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Southport Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Southport Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Southport is $2,246.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Southport Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Southport is a 1,832 square feet unit starting from $2,624 at Riverwood Apartments & Townhomes.
What is the average size for Southport 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Southport is currently 1,360 sq ft.
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