Average Rent in Thornton, CO
What is the average rent in Thornton, CO?
The average listed apartment rent in Thornton, CO is $1,816 per month, as of November 6, 2026. This sample includes 104 priced apartments in 7 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
7 apartment buildings, 104 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Thornton, COCheapest
$1,147/mo
View Apartments by Trion Living
Properties
7
tracked daily
Units
104
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Analysis
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Thornton, CO Rent Prices
All 7 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
View Apartments by Trion Living
10701 N Pecos St, Northglenn, CO 80234, USA
Tuscan Heights
1800 W 85th Ave, Denver, CO 80260, USA
Village on Cypress
8960 Cypress Dr, Thornton, CO 80229, USA
Magnolia Ridge
12220 Colorado Blvd, Thornton, CO 80241, USA
Reserve at Thornton I & II
9700 Welby Rd, Thornton, CO 80229, USA
IMT Hyland Hills
4901 W 93rd Ave, Westminster, CO 80031, USA
Broadstone Farm
2375 E 104th Ave, Thornton, CO 80233, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | View Apartments by Trion Living 10701 N Pecos St, Northglenn, CO 80234, USA | $1,147 | $1,279 | $2.15/ft² | 3.8 (312) | 9 |
| 2 | Tuscan Heights 1800 W 85th Ave, Denver, CO 80260, USA | $1,160 | $1,559 | $1.74/ft² | 2.6 (363) | 4 |
| 3 | Village on Cypress 8960 Cypress Dr, Thornton, CO 80229, USA | $1,324 | $1,477 | $2.16/ft² | 4.1 (239) | 16 |
| 4 | Magnolia Ridge 12220 Colorado Blvd, Thornton, CO 80241, USA | $1,466 | $1,889 | $2.05/ft² | 3.4 (299) | 17 |
| 5 | Reserve at Thornton I & II 9700 Welby Rd, Thornton, CO 80229, USA | $1,499 as of Nov 1 | $1,831 | $1.83/ft² | 3.7 (125) | 3 |
| 6 | IMT Hyland Hills 4901 W 93rd Ave, Westminster, CO 80031, USA | $1,568 | $1,943 | $2.07/ft² | 4.1 (374) | 13 |
| 7 | Broadstone Farm 2375 E 104th Ave, Thornton, CO 80233, USA | $1,610 | $2,048 | $2.05/ft² | 4.3 (141) | 32 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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View Apartments by Trion Living
3.8 (312)10701 N Pecos St, Northglenn, CO 80234, USA
Tuscan Heights
2.6 (363)1800 W 85th Ave, Denver, CO 80260, USA
Village on Cypress
4.1 (239)8960 Cypress Dr, Thornton, CO 80229, USA
Magnolia Ridge
3.4 (299)12220 Colorado Blvd, Thornton, CO 80241, USA
Reserve at Thornton I & II
3.7 (125)9700 Welby Rd, Thornton, CO 80229, USA
IMT Hyland Hills
4.1 (374)4901 W 93rd Ave, Westminster, CO 80031, USA
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Thornton, CO neighborhoods
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Thornton, CO Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Thornton, CO is $1,816 per month, based on 104 units across 7 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,147 at View Apartments by Trion Living to $2,368 at IMT Hyland Hills.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $1,483/mo | $1,147/mo | 39 |
| 2 Bed | $2,006/mo | $1,160/mo | 62 |
| 3 Bed | $2,226/mo | $2,123/mo | 3 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Thornton, CO, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Thornton, CO averages $1,483/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $2,006/mo. At the local median household income of $100,985, that works out to 22% of gross income, well within the 25 percent comfortable-rent threshold.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Thornton, CO at $1,810/mo. The current tracked market average runs 0% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Thornton, CO while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
Who employs renters in Denver
Demand in the Denver rental market is shaped by the metro's largest private and public employers. The following organizations anchor local hiring and influence what renters can pay:
- Lockheed Martin
- Amazon (fulfillment)
Mean one-way commute in Thornton, CO is 31 minutes, per the Census ACS, useful context when weighing which properties sit inside reasonable reach of these employers.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Thornton, CO?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$73,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,816/mo.
Comfortable income
$87,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,147/mo), you need to earn at least $46,000/year.
Median household income in Thornton, CO is $100,985 , about 16% above the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Thornton, CO
Overall prices in Thornton, CO runs above the national average by about 6% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 105.8, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Thornton, CO's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,816 |
| Utilities | $628 |
| Groceries | $549 |
| Transportation | $1,497 |
| Healthcare | $730 |
| Other goods and services | $1,169 |
| Estimated total | $6,389/mo |
Population
142,878
Median household income
$100,985
Census median rent
$1,810/mo
Census rent burden
32.6%
Median age
34.3
Mean commute
31 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Colorado
How Thornton, CO rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Thornton, CO | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver, CO | $2,061 | +13% | -1.7% | 130 |
| Longmont, CO | $1,957 | +8% | +2.5% | 25 |
| Greeley, CO | $1,490 | -18% | -6.6% | 19 |
| Parker, CO | $1,949 | +7% | -1.8% | 18 |
| Castle Rock, CO | $1,699 | -6% | -0.9% | 14 |
| Centennial, CO | $2,739 | +51% | -3.4% | 13 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Thornton, CO?
The average listed apartment rent in Thornton, CO is $1,816 per month, as of November 6, 2026. This sample includes 104 priced apartments in 7 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Thornton, CO?
The median asking rent in Thornton, CO is $1,894 per month, computed from 104 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,816/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Thornton, CO?
The lowest available rent in Thornton, CO starts at $1,147 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Thornton, CO?
1-bedroom apartments in Thornton, CO average $1,483/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,147/mo across 39 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Thornton, CO?
2-bedroom apartments in Thornton, CO average $2,006/mo. Units start from $1,160/mo across 62 units currently listed.
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