Quimby
By Jessica Car · Updated April 2026
A south Thornton neighborhood about 13 miles from Denver with diverse housing, Craftsman homes from $450K to $870K on the west side, and more affordable manufactured home communities (Pine Lakes Ranch, North County Village) starting at $80K–$140K on the east side past Colorado Boulevard. Community Park anchors the southern edge with a playground, walking trails, skate park, and softball complex. Average house price ~$502K, up 2.3% year-over-year.
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
Nearby Schools
- Mapleton Public Schools
- Adams 12 Five Star Schools
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Price Range
$390K$800K
$400K–$560K
More accessible end of Thornton
Era Built
1960–1990
19002026
Mid-Century / Late 20th Century