
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Thornton Neighborhood of Denver, CO from $800 (28 Rentals)
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89 W 81st Pl

Eighty 8 North Apartments

10821 Larry Dr

9989 Dodge Dr

3243 E 94th Dr

1395 E 100th Ln
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Odyssey

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Skyline

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The Meadows at Town Center

Sierra Vista

Overlook at Thornton
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Avens Point

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Crossing Pointe North - Age 62+ Living

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Village on Cypress

8701 Huron St

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707 W 96th Ave, Unit 30

Carriage Hill

Heights on Huron
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Summit Northside

Beacon House

Riviera Apartments

8701 Huron St

Hadley

Sunset Peak

8803 Colorado Blvd
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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 | $1,331 | $1,120 | $1,523 |
| Thornton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,693 | $1,040 | $3,407 |
| Thornton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,161 | $850 | $6,077 |
| Thornton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,404 | $1,500 | $6,749 |
| Thornton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,040 | $2,040 | $2,040 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Thornton Neighborhood of Denver, CO.
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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 Odyssey priced from $1,040. Village of Yorkshire has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Thornton apartments for rent in Denver, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Odyssey | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
| Village of Yorkshire | 1 BED/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Skyline | The Ashby | 1BR,1BA | $1,104 |
| Heights on Huron | 1 x 1 - Partial | 1BR,1BA | $1,128 |
| 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 |
| Beacon House | 1x1 676 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,221 |
| Riviera Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Overlook at Thornton | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Thornton, CO
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Thornton area is the $1.82 price per square foot 3282 E 103rd Dr Model at 3282 E 103rd Dr, Unit apt. 1603 in the in the Villages North neighborhood starting from $2,100. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3282 E 103rd Dr, Unit apt. 1603 | 3282 E 103rd Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Hilltop View Apartments | Peak | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| 707 W 96th Ave, Unit 30 | 707 W 96th Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Village of Yorkshire | 2 BED/1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Indigo Creek Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Highpointe Park | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Waterview on the Parkway Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| The Meadows at Town Center | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Beacon House | 1x1 676 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Summit Northside | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleThornton, Denver, CO
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3.0Pet Friendly
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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 Odyssey which is listed at $1,040, while the average apartment in Thornton costs $2,492.
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 19 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 $1,267 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Thornton.
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