Overview:
The city of Thornton is a suburb of the city of Denver and is the sixth most populous Colorado city. It resides about seven miles north of Denver and has experienced positive growth in recent years. Thornton lies within both Adams and Weld counties and sits at an elevation of 5.351 feet above sea level.
Attractions:
Thornton offers its residents amenities and close proximity to the Metro Denver. Thornton boasts over 25 city parks and numerous open space areas to enjoy the Colorado sunshine. Thorntonfest is a popular, annual event featuring live music, including a local Battle of the Bands, a 5K fun run, health fair, and a classic car show.
Real Estate:
Home selections for Thornton include a mixture of single family homes, condominiums, townhomes, and both mobile and manufactured homes. Many of them take advantage of being close to Thornton's 1,000+ acres of open space. Commercial real estate in Thornton includes retail, big box stores, restaurants, hotels and motels as well as industrial and office space.