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  1. Building Photo - Odyssey
    1 Month Free
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    1 BED
    $1,200+
    2 BEDS
    $1,395+

    Odyssey

    1769 Coronado Pky N, Thornton, CO 80229
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  2. Building Photo - Fieldhouse
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    1 BED
    $1,795+
    2 BEDS
    $2,210+

    Fieldhouse

    12170 Washington Center Pky, Thornton, CO 80241
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  16. Good Value
    1 BED
    $980+
    2 BEDS
    $1,399+

    Vega

    11801-11831 N Washington St, Northglenn, CO 80233
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  19. $361 Off
    Price Drop. $361 Off
    STUDIO
    $1,610+
    1 BED
    $1,900+
    2 BEDS
    $2,405+
    3 BEDS
    $3,150+

    Alexan 505

    505 W Community Center Dr, Northglenn, CO 80234
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  33. 1 BED
    $1,308+
    2 BEDS
    $1,447+
    3 BEDS
    $1,950+

    Oslo

    11501 Washington St, Northglenn, CO 80233
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  35. Rent Special
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    1 BED
    $1,401+
    2 BEDS
    $1,715+

    Skyview

    1420 W 116th Ave, Westminster, CO 80234
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Thornton at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,595
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Some Transit

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Somewhat Bikeable

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Thornton, CO Apartments for Rent

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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Getting Around Thornton

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46

Car-Dependent

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
50

Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
21

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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RIVERDALE RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,463 Students
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Academy High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
420 Students
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Mapleton Early College High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
319 Students
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Rocky Top Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
1,001 Students
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Century Middle School

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Grades 6-8
827 Students
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Silver Creek Elementary

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Public
Grades K-5
565 Students
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Prairie Hills Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
449 Students

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Frequently asked questions about renting in Thornton, CO

What are the average rent costs in Thornton, CO?

The average rent in Thornton, CO is $1,595.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Thornton, CO?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Thornton, CO is $1,502.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Thornton, CO?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Thornton, CO is $1,595.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Thornton, CO?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Thornton, CO is $1,931.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Thornton, CO?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Thornton, CO is $2,597.

What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Thornton, CO?

The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Thornton, CO is $3,241.

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