
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Thornton Neighborhood of Denver, CO from $700 (49 Rentals)
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Hilltop View Apartments

89 W 81st Pl

8218 Washington St

Eighty 8 North Apartments

3243 E 94th Dr

1395 E 100th Ln

1881 E 84th Ave, Unit 1881 E 84th Ave

1355 E 100th Ln
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10555 Albion St

1202 E 100th Pl

10821 Larry Dr

Odyssey

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Waterview on the Parkway Apartments

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Skyline

Creekside Place Apartments

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The Meadows at Town Center

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Overlook at Thornton

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Crossing Pointe North - Age 62+ Living

10421 Pennsylvania St

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Avens Point

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Avena Apartments

Regatta

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Village on Cypress

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The Ridge at Thornton Station
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Highpointe Park

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Avana Thornton Station

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Cortland Covington Ridge

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North Creek

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Broadstone Farm

8771 Dawson St, Unit 301, Unit 301

9849 Croke Dr

2567 Rainbow Dr
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Beacon House

Heights on Huron

Carriage Hill

Summit Northside

Park 88

707 W 96th Ave

10421 Pennsylvania St

Hadley

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Sunset Peak

Lambertson Farms Apartment Homes

8701 Huron St

8803 Colorado Blvd
Thornton, Denver, CO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Thornton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thornton Studio Apartments | $1,338 | $1,115 | $1,531 |
| Thornton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,715 | $795 | $3,064 |
| Thornton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,129 | $1,349 | $4,186 |
| Thornton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,520 | $1,599 | $8,184 |
| Thornton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,040 | $2,040 | $2,040 |
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Cheapest Available Thornton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Thornton area of Denver, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at Beacon House priced from $1,062. Odyssey has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,070. Here are the most affordable Thornton apartments for rent in Denver, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon House | 1x1 660 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,062 |
| Odyssey | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
| Village of Yorkshire | 1 BED/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Heights on Huron | 1 x 1 - Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,103 |
| Skyline | The Ashby | 1BR,1BA | $1,159 |
| Summit Northside | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Creekside Place Apartments | Bungalow | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| The Meadows at Town Center | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| Park 88 | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,232 |
| Sierra Vista - 2023 Specials on our Newly Renovated apartment homes! | Spring - 1, 2 & 3 bedroom Look and Lease specia... | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Thornton, CO
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Thornton area is the $1.91 price per square foot 3x1.5 - 1166 sqft - Avanti Reno Model at Sunset Peak in the in the Valley View neighborhood starting from $2,226. The second greatest value Thornton apartment is the Peak Model at Hilltop View Apartments starting at $1,392 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the Valley View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Thornton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Sunset Peak | 3x1.5 - 1166 sqft - Avanti Reno | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.91 |
| Hilltop View Apartments | Peak | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Village of Yorkshire | 2 BED/1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Highpointe Park | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Riviera Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| The Meadows at Town Center | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Sierra Vista - 2023 Specials on our Newly Renovated apartment homes! | Spring - 1, 2 & 3 bedroom Look and Lease specia... | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Overlook at Thornton | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Summit Northside | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Beacon House | 1x1 611 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Northwestern Denver, CO. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Thornton Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Thornton?
The cheapest apartment in Thornton is Beacon House which is listed at $1,060, while the average apartment in Thornton costs $2,499.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Thornton?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 21 regular apartments in Thornton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Thornton?
Cheap apartments in Thornton have an average cost of $1,225 which is $1,274 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Thornton.
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