Cherrywood Park

By Jessica Car · Updated April 2026

A mid-market community offering comfortable suburban living near Carpenter Park and Thorncreek Golf Course. Homes from 1,216 to 3,969 sq ft include both single-family homes and The Vistas at Cherrywood Park townhomes (2006–2017, 1,200–1,850 sq ft). Among Thornton's highest-rated school zones and strong household incomes ($154K average). Median sale price ~$578K.

Typical Lot	0.10–0.20 acres
Est. HOA	$35–$60/mo
Home Types	Single-family, Townhome
Amenities	Cherrywood Park with playground and dog-walking trails, Proximity to Thorncreek Golf Course, Carpenter Park lake and boat rentals nearby

Community Anchors

Margaret Carpenter Park (100 acres, lake, boat rentals, amphitheater, carousel, splash pad)
Trail Winds Park and Open Space (120 acres, skate park, sports fields, disc golf)
Trail Winds Recreation Center (indoor pool with waterslides, lazy river, fitness center)
Carpenter Recreation Center (pools, gym, racquetball, running track)
Community Park (playground, skate park, tennis, city pool)
Thorncreek Golf Course (18-hole public)
Heritage Todd Creek Golf Course (18-hole, semi-private)
Riverdale Regional Park (1,200 acres, lakes, fishing, trails)
Denver Premium Outlets
Thornton Town Center (24-acre shopping center)
Larkridge Shopping Center (Costco, Home Depot)
Orchard Town Center (Target, REI)
140+ miles of trails and 2,500+ acres of parkland