Thornton, Colorado
Introduction to Thornton, Colorado:  Location, Location, Location

Thornton is a diverse community with a strong commitment to quality of life and environmental issues. The Denver metropolitan area in which Thornton is ideally located has consistently ranked as one of the most desirable areas to live in the United States.  Thornton has many specials features that are attractive to renters!  As a property manager, we are proud to work in Thornton!

Thornton's location provides an ideal environment for business, recreation, and residences. Located approximately 10 miles north of downtown Denver, the community's location adjacent to Interstate 25 provides an excellent high visibility area for business while still providing easy access to various transportation routes. Our property management specialists can show you just how close you are to everything you need.  In addition, as the east most suburb of the North Denver area, Thornton is located closer to the Denver International Airport than virtually any other point in the metropolitan area. Renters in Thornton love the ease of access to the airport!  As of 2005, the city is estimated to have a total population of 105,182.

The City's location also provides an excellent environment for cultural, recreational, and outdoor enthusiasts. Renting in Thornton offers easy access to the 28 major resort areas found in the nearby Rocky Mountains, which offers skiing, hiking, rafting, and camping, as well as beautiful and breathtaking scenic wonders...most are well within a two hour drive.

Renters can enjoy cultural activities, including numerous museums, gardens, the opera and symphony, which are readily available in Denver and other nearby communities such as Boulder, Fort Collins, Loveland, Greeley and Arvada. Professional sports teams, including the Denver Broncos, Colorado Rockies, Colorado Avalanche, Colorado Rapids and the Denver Nuggets offer activities for the sports enthusiast.  Ask our leasing agent for more info!

Need to rent for a while during school? There are eight major universities and colleges located within a 45 mile radius of the community. These include the Universities of Colorado at Boulder and Denver, University of Denver, Metropolitan State College, University of Northern Colorado, Colorado State University, Colorado School of Mines, and Regis University. Thornton is served primarily by two school districts encompassing four high schools, five middle schools and fourteen elementary schools which renters will have access to. Our property management specialists can help you find our the info you need on schools!

Thornton has aggressively pursued recreation programs with nearly 1,000 acres of land developed or designated for public parks. The numerous lighted tennis courts, athletic fields, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, recreation centers and gymnasiums offer recreation opportunities for people of all ages and activity levels.  You guessed it - people that rent in Thornton have access to these amenities.

Recreation Center!  By leasing one of our homes in Thornton, you will be allowed access to the rec center.  The Carpenter Recreation Center is a state-of-the-art facility with a wide variety of amenities including pools, exercise equipment, gyms, banquet rooms and much more.

The 78,780 square foot Margaret W. Carpenter Recreation Center is located on 136 acres of  property the City owns at 112th Avenue and Colorado Boulevard.  The City chose this site because of its central location and easy accessibility.

Aquatics:  The aquatics area consists of two leisure pools that includes a wave function, lap swimming, raindrop, lazy river, diving board, waterslide and vortex pool.  Whirlpool/Steam/Sauna:  The whirlpool, steam room and sauna are located on the pool deck; all are co-ed.  Conditioning Center:  This area includes free weights, circuit machines (Badger Magnum) as well as cardiovascular equipment (bikes, steppers, etc.)  Gymnasium:  A large hardwood floor capable of being divided into three small courts for volleyball and/or basketball or one full-court basketball.  Gymnastics Studio:  This area is designated for permanent multi-station gymnastic equipment and floor exercise area for program use.  Racquetball Courts:  Three racquetball courts with Wallyball capability.  Running/Walking Track:  The track has a soft, synthetic surface for running or walking; 12 laps = 1 mile.  Preschool/Child Care: Two separate rooms adjoined by a common bathroom designated for programmed classes and drop-in baby-sitting for facility guests. Fitness/Dance Room: A resilient wood floor, internal sound system, dance bars and mirrors for fitness and dance classes.  Family Locker Rooms: Features two private changing areas with showers to accommodate families/parents with small children and the physically challenged.  Multipurpose Room: A large meeting/activity room with a catering kitchen, small stage, terrace with mountain view and the capability of being divided into three smaller private rooms.

Golf!  Conveniently located in Thornton at 13555 North Washington Street, Thorncreek is an 18-hole, par 72, public golf course (7,268 yards) open seven days a week, from sun-up to sun-down (weather permitting). Amenities include a full-service pro shop, driving range, restaurant/bar (serving breakfast and lunch), practice putting green,
cart and club rental, and on-site pro.