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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Thornton Neighborhood of Denver, CO from $600 (13 Rentals)
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4220 E 104th AveThornton, CO 80233
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Odyssey
1769 Coronado Pky NThornton, CO 80229
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Heights on Huron
10648 Huron StNorthglenn, CO 80234
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1355 E 100th Ln
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1395 E 100th Ln
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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 | $1,330 | $1,180 | $1,470 |
| Thornton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,780 | $698 | $6,369 |
| Thornton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,179 | $837 | $6,653 |
| Thornton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,318 | $968 | $9,761 |
| Thornton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,862 | $2,040 | $3,599 |
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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 $1,075. Riviera Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here are the most affordable Thornton apartments for rent in Denver, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Odyssey | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Riviera Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Heights on Huron | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,164 |
| Village of Yorkshire | 1 BED/ 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1,190 |
| Skyline | The Ashby | 1BR,1BA | $1,205 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Thornton, CO
As of May 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Thornton area is the $1.99 price per square foot Summit Model at Sunset Peak in the in the Valley View neighborhood starting from $2,325. The second greatest value Thornton apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom B2 Model at Highpointe Park starting at $2,075 with a $2.02 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Peak | Summit | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.99 |
| Highpointe Park | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Hilltop View Apartments | Peak Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Summit Northside | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Avana Thornton Station | A2 Modern II | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Avens Point | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Village of Yorkshire | 1 BED/ 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Heights on Huron | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Riviera Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Odyssey | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
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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 $1,075, while the average apartment in Thornton costs $3,565.
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 10 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 $471 which is $3,094 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Thornton.
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