Located 10 miles north of downtown Denver, Thornton combines suburban living with easy city access. Established in 1953 as Colorado's first planned community, this city of 141,000 residents has preserved its focus on outdoor recreation while growing into a modern Denver suburb.
Apartments in Thornton provide access to 81 city parks and nearly 2,000 acres of open space, connected by 80 miles of trails. The city's location along I-25 and E-470 offers convenient travel throughout the Denver metro area. Current rental prices average $1,599 for one-bedroom apartments and $1,909 for two-bedrooms. Local amenities include Margaret Carpenter Recreation Center, Thorncreek Golf Course, and shopping destinations at Larkridge Mall and Thornton Town Center.
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