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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Balcony
  • Private entrance
  • Kitchen appliances
  • Newer flooring

Location

5121 Thompson Avenue, Kansas City, Missouri 64124, United States|South India Mound
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Management

Iron Key Realty

Leasing office

(844) 325-4840 ext. 3353

Property Overview

5121 Thompson Avenue receives a strong overall rating of 8.6, reflecting its appeal to renters with an excellent price-to-value ratio. The property features impressive amenities, including a balcony and private entrance, along with a prime location providing convenient access to transportation and shopping. Additionally, its transparency and trust in property management contribute to a positive rental experience, and it is notably pet-friendly with nearby veterinary services.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 5121 Thompson Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5121 Thompson Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

5121 Thompson Avenue - 41 bed1 bath$650 /moGround level unit with private entrance and balcony. Freshly painted, newer flooring, and kitchen appliances are included.
5121 Thompson Avenue - 32 bed1 bath$800 /mo1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, ground floor unit with private entrance.

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Amenities for 5121 Thompson Avenue

Apartment Amenities

Hot WaterTrash Included
Utilities/Sewer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 cat max.

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Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 dog max.

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Building details

Property details

Units2
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About 5121 Thompson Avenue

HomeApartments in Kansas CitySouth India Mound 5121 Thompson Avenue

Ground level unit with private entrance and balcony. Freshly painted, newer flooring, and kitchen appliances are included.


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 5121 Thompson Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5121 Thompson Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 5121 Thompson Avenue
Price·10A 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.
5121 Thompson Avenue offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A 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.
5121 Thompson Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 5121 Thompson Avenue receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
5121 Thompson Avenue 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 5121 Thompson Avenue 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.

5121 Thompson Avenue is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 5121 Thompson Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Rent trends in South India Mound

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 5121 Thompson Avenue to be 20% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in South India Mound.

Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
South India Mound
Kansas City
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Kansas City
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,300
March 2024$1,326
April 2024$1,340
May 2024$1,350
June 2024$1,330
July 2024$1,325
August 2024$1,313
September 2024$1,321
October 2024$1,300
November 2024$1,315
December 2024$1,308
January 2025$1,347
February 2025$1,339
March 2025$1,365
April 2025$1,362
May 2025$1,355
June 2025$1,375
July 2025$1,346
August 2025$1,350
September 2025$1,355
October 2025$1,355
November 2025$1,365
December 2025$1,376
January 2026$1,377
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in South India Mound
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,095
August 2024$1,150
September 2024$1,065

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$26,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $26,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $650.
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Schools near 5121 Thompson Avenue

Gladstone Elementary School

335 n elmwood

kansas city, MO, 64123

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Neighborhood

South India Mound | Kansas City, MO

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

Getting around Kansas City near 5121 Thompson Avenue

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 5121 Thompson Avenue, Kansas City

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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