
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Thornton Neighborhood of Denver, CO from $800 (23 Rentals)
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Hilltop View Apartments

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Odyssey

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Skyline

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Reserve at Thornton

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The Meadows at Town Center

North Creek

10421 Pennsylvania St
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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 | $1,251 | $1,115 | $1,370 |
| Thornton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,668 | $1,070 | $3,538 |
| Thornton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,086 | $1,199 | $4,457 |
| Thornton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,522 | $1,599 | $6,154 |
| 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 Studio unit found at Hilltop View Apartments priced from $1,050. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltop View Apartments | Summit Loft | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Odyssey | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
| Skyline | The Ashby | 1BR,1BA | $1,109 |
| Sierra Vista - 2023 Specials on our Newly Renovated apartment homes! | Look and Lease Special: Get two months for free! | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Beacon House | 1x1 660 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,165 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Thornton, CO
As of March 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Thornton area is the $1.75 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Reserve at Thornton in the in the Northglenn neighborhood starting from $1,809. The second greatest value Thornton apartment is the 2x1.5 - 946 sqft - Avanti Reno Model at Sunset Peak starting at $1,793 with a $1.90 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reserve at Thornton | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| Sunset Peak | 2x1.5 - 946 sqft - Avanti Reno | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.90 |
| Village of Yorkshire | 2 BED / 1 BATH Den | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Riviera Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Creekside Place Apartments | Cabin | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| North Creek | EDGEWATER | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Beacon House | 1x1 676 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Sierra Vista - 2023 Specials on our Newly Renovated apartment homes! | Look and Lease Special: Get two months for free! | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Summit Northside | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Park 88 | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
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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 Odyssey which is listed at $1,070, while the average apartment in Thornton costs $2,477.
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 34 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 $924 which is $1,553 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Thornton.
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