
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Thornton Neighborhood of Denver, CO from $800 (40 Rentals)
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8661 McDougal St

7850 Greenwood Blvd

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Hilltop View Apartments

7960-7966 Patricia Dr

7660 Washington St

Eighty 8 North Apartments

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8701 Huron St

8741 Dawson St, Unit 101

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Skyline

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Creekside Place Apartments

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Overlook at Thornton

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Park 88

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Crossing Pointe North - Age 62+ Living

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The Meadows at Town Center
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Avens Point

10421 Pennsylvania St

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Village on Cypress

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Avana Thornton Station

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Regatta

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Highpointe Park

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Indigo Creek Apartments

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The Ridge at Thornton Station
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Avena Apartments

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North Creek

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Broadstone Farm

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Sierra Vista

10144 Madison St

Carriage Hill

Summit Northside
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Hadley

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3601 E 103rd Cir
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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 | $1,431 | $1,431 | $1,431 |
| Thornton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,740 | $800 | $2,693 |
| Thornton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,162 | $1,391 | $4,274 |
| Thornton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,627 | $1,624 | $5,994 |
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There are currently 40 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 Village of Yorkshire priced from $1,100. Skyline has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,169. Here are the most affordable Thornton apartments for rent in Denver, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village of Yorkshire | 1 BED/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Skyline | The Ashby Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,169 |
| Reserve at Thornton | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,207 |
| Creekside Place Apartments | Bungalow | 1BR,1BA | $1,224 |
| Beacon House | 1x1 660 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,228 |
| Overlook at Thornton | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Park 88 | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,268 |
| Riviera Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,280 |
| The Meadows at Town Center | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,320 |
| Avens Point | Design 1A Premier | 1BR,1BA | $1,333 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Thornton, CO
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Thornton area is the $1.66 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 Baths Model at 875 E 78th Ave in the in the Valley View neighborhood starting from $2,049. The second greatest value Thornton apartment is the Overlook Loft Model at Hilltop View Apartments starting at $1,850 with a $1.64 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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| 875 E 78th Ave | 3 Beds, 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Hilltop View Apartments | Overlook Loft | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Village of Yorkshire | 3BED/ 2 BATH | 3BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| Overlook at Thornton | 3 Bed | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
| Indigo Creek Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Heights on Huron | 2 x 1 Avanti Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Park 88 | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Waterview on the Parkway Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| The Meadows at Town Center | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Beacon House | 1x1 660 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
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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 Village of Yorkshire which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in Thornton costs $1,838.
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 20 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 $394 which is $1,444 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Thornton.
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