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Apartments under $1,200 for Rent in Thornton, CO

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    1 BED
    $1,072

    Park 88

    101 E 88th Ave, Thornton, CO 80229

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Thornton at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,498
(All bedrooms and property types)
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5

School Rating

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Schools in Thornton
21

Some Transit

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Transportation in Thornton
50

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

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
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

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
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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RIVERDALE RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL

Public High School

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

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Grades 9-12
420 Students
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Mapleton Early College High School

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Grades 9-12
319 Students
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Rocky Top Middle School

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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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Grades K-5
565 Students
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Eagleview Elementary School

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Grades K-5
493 Students
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Prairie Hills Elementary School

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Grades K-5
449 Students

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