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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Large closets
  • Large rooms
  • Quiet street
  • New custom kitchen
  • Landscaped yard

Location

5500 W Thompson St, Philadelphia, PA 19131, USA|Carroll Park
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Management

Prosperity Real Estate & Investment Services LLC

Leasing office

(267) 223-5838

Property Overview

5500 W Thompson St offers strong value and a high overall renter rating, with especially standout location, amenities, and trustworthiness scores. Its hardwood floors, large closets, large rooms, new custom kitchen, landscaped yard, and quiet street add to its appeal, while nearby top-rated school access and excellent value for money further strengthen its profile.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.8
Very Good
5500 W Thompson St is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$975 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to the prestigious Caroll Park section of Philadelphia. Located 10 Minutes from University City. BI LEVEL Apartment - 2 levels of living space Corner house -Large rooms, hardwood floors, large closets. -Bath with Separate Powder room -Landscaped yard -New custom kitchen -Great block. -Quiet street, BEDROOMS 2 Bed BATHROOMS 1 Bath Month to Month

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About 5500 W Thompson St

HomeApartments in PhiladelphiaCarroll Park 5500 W Thompson St

Welcome to the prestigious Caroll Park section of Philadelphia. Located 10 Minutes from University City. BI LEVEL Apartment - 2 levels of living space Corner house -Large rooms, hardwood floors, large closets. -Bath with Separate Powder room -Landscaped yard -New custom kitchen -Great block. -Quiet street, BEDROOMS 2 Bed BATHROOMS 1 Bath Month to Month


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.8
/10
Very Good
5500 W Thompson St is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 5500 W Thompson St
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, 5500 W Thompson St is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Carroll Park. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 5500 W Thompson St is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
5500 W Thompson St is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 5500 W Thompson St does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 5500 W Thompson St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away

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Rent trends in Carroll Park

2-bedroom apartments at 5500 W Thompson St cost about 25% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Carroll Park.

Median rents as of Aug 22 2026.
Carroll Park
Philadelphia
A table of studio rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,191
October 2024$1,180
November 2024$1,196
December 2024$1,199
January 2025$1,206
February 2025$1,208
March 2025$1,209
April 2025$1,194
May 2025$1,222
June 2025$1,225
July 2025$1,227
August 2025$1,198
September 2025$1,195
October 2025$1,193
November 2025$1,153
December 2025$1,149
January 2026$1,189
February 2026$1,197
March 2026$1,197
April 2026$1,176
May 2026$1,195
June 2026$1,196
July 2026$1,198
August 2026$1,223
A table of studio rental data trends in Carroll Park
MonthMedian Rent
July 2026$900
August 2026$900

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$39,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $975.
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Schools near 5500 W Thompson St

Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 3

1801 north 23rd st

philadelphia, PA, 19121

PKPublic

Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 2

1801 north 23rd st

philadelphia, PA, 19121

PKPublic

Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 1

1801 north 23rd st

philadelphia, PA, 19121

PKPublic

Acelero Learning - Jefferson Center

900 w jefferson st

philadelphia, PA, 19122

PKPublic

Academy for Early Learning

va bldg 5000 wissahickon ave

philadelphia, PA, 19144

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

Carroll Park | Philadelphia, PA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Philadelphia near 5500 W Thompson St

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

3/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 5500 W Thompson St, Philadelphia

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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