Thompson
Paved trails and a public swimming pool at Kennedy Park
Kennedy Park is on the neighborhood's southeast side, offering a sprawling recreational hub within walking distance of homes. In the afternoons, the park is full of residents practicing softball under the shaded playground or neighborhood kids swimming in the outdoor public pool that’s open during the summer. Kelly Park is west of Thompson, across from General Hudnell Drive, with a small playground and walking trail. The park is also home to Edgewood Veterans Stadium, which brings in crowds for Friday night football games.Thompson's postwar subdivisions
Thompson has more than 10 subdivisions with townhouses and apartments. The neighborhood is almost industrial, near several highways and a railroad track. Most homes are minimal traditional and ranch-style, built in the 1940s to the 1960s and featuring brick, stone and vinyl siding. Residences typically have paved driveways with carports, while others include attached garages. Robles Street surrounds a large cul-de-sac and has about 20 contemporary farmhouse bungalows, built in 2022, in neutral-colored hues. Prices across subdivisions range from $110,000 to over $275,000. "You'll find pockets being flipped by investors. These neighborhoods might not have the best reputation, but some people like the charm in the older homes," says Juanita Ortega, a Realtor with Premier Realty Group. She's been selling houses for eight years.Just 5 miles from Target and Sam's Club
Thompson has limited retail options but is home to some long-standing restaurants. "Fred's Fish Fry has always been there and is still there today. There's also Tellez Tamales and Barbacoa, which is a very community-oriented place. Everybody goes there for breakfast tamales or barbacoa," Rocha says. Nearby, the 24-hour Rocky's Taco House on Cupples Road stands out in its bright yellow Spanish Revival-style building. Inside, large portraits of Texas icon Selena and vibrant murals of Mexico decorate the walls. The neighborhood also has a Dollar General and Dollar Tree, and H-E-B is 3 miles east on Nogalitos Street. Target and Sam's Club are 5 miles south for big-box shopping.John F. Kennedy High School offers college prep programs
Edgewood Independent School District serves 8,000 students and has a C grade on Niche. H.B. Gonzalez Elementary School has a C-minus rating and offers chess and math clubs. Brentwood STEAM School of Innovation also has a C-minus and is a public charter middle school that follows the New Tech Network model. This approach emphasizes college preparation and career readiness, offering Career and Technical Education courses in engineering and computer science. John F. Kennedy High School has a C grade and features programs like the International Baccalaureate World, Early College High School and P-TECH. Students can earn credits from Palo Alto College to a four-year university.Port San Antonio is a tech hub
Thompson has a strong military presence due to its proximity to the former Kelly Air Force Base. The neighborhood honors this connection with Veterans Stadium at John F. Kennedy High School. The base's closure in the 1990s impacted the community as many residents lost jobs. Today, the area is reviving. The technology campus of Port San Antonio is home to offices for Northrop Grumman and Booz Allen Hamilton. The Boeing Center at Tech Port also hosts various events.Fiesta San Antonio is every April
While the neighborhood doesn’t organize any of its own events, it's hard to miss the vibrant celebrations nearby. Fiesta San Antonio takes place every April, bringing the city to life with millions taking part in the 11-day festivities. Families come together to honor the city's rich history rooted in the Alamo, including traditions like the colorful Texas Cavaliers River Parade.Downtown San Antonio is 7 miles away
With U.S. Highway 90 along the neighborhood's north side, locals can easily hop on I-35 for a 7-mile trip downtown. The city's VIA Transit bus stops are throughout the area. San Antonio International Airport is 15 miles north, and Baptist Neighborhood Hospital is just 7 miles south.The neighborhood's CAP Index Crime Score is 5 out of 10, slightly higher than the national average of 4.



Agents Specializing in this Area
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Shane Neal
eXp Realty, LLC
(210) 794-9106
2,461 Total Sales
3 in Thompson
$110K - $380K Price Range
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Ricardo Gonzalez
Keller Williams Heritage
(855) 956-1358
174 Total Sales
2 in Thompson
$170K - $217K Price Range
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Justin Brickman
Responds QuicklyReal Broker, LLC
(726) 200-1034
115 Total Sales
1 in Thompson
$182,500 Price
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Lulu Bishop
Keller Williams City-View
(726) 268-5332
221 Total Sales
1 in Thompson
$192,500 Price
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Sonia Perez-Olivares
NextHome on Main
(726) 600-8682
263 Total Sales
1 in Thompson
$130,000 Price
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Dayton Schrader
eXp Realty
(210) 879-1270
4,042 Total Sales
1 in Thompson
$155,000 Price
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Thompson | US |
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Homicide | 7 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
Robbery | 6 | 4 |
Burglary | 5 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
Larceny | 4 | 4 |
Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Thompson Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Thompson, San Antonio sell after 84 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Thompson, San Antonio over the last 12 months is $336,350, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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