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Thornton provides a convenient balance of the best of city living and outdoor adventures. Located 10 miles north of downtown Denver, it's the closest city in the metropolitan area to the Denver International Airport. Thornton is also adjacent to Interstate 25, and about a two-hour drive to popular spots and breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains.

As the sixth most populous city in Colorado, Thornton offers plenty of in-town entertainment opportunities. There are 81 city parks that encompass nearly 1,000 acres, as well as 230 acres of open space. The Carpenter Recreation Center provides residents with two leisure pools, as well as gymnastics, dance and racquetball facilities.

If you're renting in Thornton, you can also become part of the arts scene. The Thornton Arts & Culture Center not only features frequent art exhibits and concerts, but also offers classes. Culture aficionados might also enjoy the opera, symphony or museums of nearby Denver.

Renting in Thornton, CO

Apartments for rent in Thornton are in high demand, as the rental market here is competitive. Availability is low, and average rental rates are slightly higher than the state average.

Thornton Nearby Attractions

Water World: One of the largest water parks in the country, with 46 water 'adventures,' Water World is just a few minutes away from Thornton, in Federal Heights.
Greeley 'Go-Cup Entertainment District': Colorado's first 'open consumption' district, where patrons may carry alcoholic beverages outside of bars and restaurants.
Denver Coliseum: Just 9 miles south of downtown Thornton, this landmark hosts concerts and events throughout the year.
Denver Zoo: This historic zoo is just 9 miles south of Thornton.
Boondocks Fun Center: Located in Northglenn, the Center offers bowling, laser tag, arcade, kiddie play area, miniature golf, bumper boats and go-karts.

North Creek

Highpointe Park

Cortland Covington Ridge

Broadstone Farm

Odyssey

Grant Row Lofts

The Ridge at Thornton Station

Hawthorne Hill

The Promenade at Hunter's Glen

Hadley

Village at Thorncreek

Madison Park

Parkhouse Apartment Homes

Sunset Peak

Lambertson Farms Apartment Homes

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Park 88

Red Hawk Ranch

Avens Point

Reserve At Thornton

Avana Eastlake

Avana Thornton Station

Larkridge

Overlook at Thornton

Fieldhouse

Village on Cypress

Crossing Pointe South

Magnolia Ridge

3601 E 103rd Cir

14351 Ivy St

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