
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Thornton, KY from $600 (41 Rentals)
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Twin Oaks Apartments

The Place at Slate Creek

Century Square Apartments

Legacy Kingsport

East Court Apartments

Bloomingdale Terrace

Mountain View Apartments
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Holston View

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Landings on Silverlake

Willow Run

The Villas at River Bend

Pickens Bridge Village

Cross Creek
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Providence Place

Shelby Heights

Stafford Street Village

The Villas at Lavinder Lane

The Villas at Island Road

Bridgewater Retreat

The Village at Twin Hills

Country Shores Apartments
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Promise Landing Apartments

The Villas at Boone Ridge

Retreat at Meadowview

Meadowlark Apartments

1233 E Center St

Rustic Way Apartments

121 Fairfax Rd

Oakbrook
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2821 Mccoy St

133 E Ravine Rd

Moreland Drive Apartments

Old Gray Manor

Stonybrook Apartments

956 Kendrick Creek Rd

8600 Reedy Creek Rd

2100 Berry St
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3159 Tiffany Ct
Thornton, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Thornton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thornton Studio Apartments | $750 | $750 | $750 |
| Thornton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,094 | $606 | $2,100 |
| Thornton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,323 | $649 | $3,400 |
| Thornton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,591 | $1,075 | $2,326 |
| Thornton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,024 | $1,799 | $2,175 |
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Cheapest Available Thornton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Thornton, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at The Place at Slate Creek priced from $700. Legacy Kingsport in the Town Of Kingsport neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Thornton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Place at Slate Creek | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Legacy Kingsport | Amazing 1 Baths | 275 Square Ft. fully renovate... | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Century Square Apartments | Century 1B 1B Large | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| East Court Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Mountain View Apartments | MVA305 | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Allandale Falls | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Stoneview Homes | Amazing 2 Beds | 1 Baths | 967 Square Ft. ready... | 2BR,1BA | $919 |
| Landings on Silverlake | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Holston View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Stonybrook Apartments | Stonybrook 2B 1.5B | 2BR,1BA | $980 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Thornton, KY and Nearby
As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Thornton area is the $1.07 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Shelby Heights in the in the Outer Bristol neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Thornton apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath 1024 SF Model at Stoneview Homes starting at $979 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the Town Of Kingsport 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelby Heights | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Stoneview Homes | 2 Bed 2 Bath 1024 SF | 2BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| Stonybrook Apartments | Stonybrook 2B 1.5B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.01 |
| Providence Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Kingsport Crossing | 2 bed x 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| The Village at Twin Hills | TwinHills 1B 1.5B G | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| Mountain View Apartments | MVA305 | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| East Court Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Century Square Apartments | Century 1B 1B Large | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| The Place at Slate Creek | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Thornton Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Thornton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Thornton Apartment is $700 at The Place at Slate Creek.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Thornton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Thornton is starting from $800 at The Place at Slate Creek.
What is the most affordable Thornton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Thornton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Providence Place and starts from $1,075.
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