Quimby
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
Quimby runs along the Colorado Boulevard corridor near East 100th Avenue, where Craftsman-style houses built from the 1960s through the 1990s sell from roughly $450,000 to $870,000 on the boulevard's west side. East of Colorado Boulevard, the manufactured home community Pine Lakes Ranch brings the area's price floor down to the $80,000 to $140,000 range. Community Park anchors the south end with a playground, walking trails, a skate park, and a softball complex. I-25 is about five minutes to the west. Both Mapleton Public Schools and Adams 12 Five Star Schools serve households here, depending on the exact address.
At a glance
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
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Where it sits
Inside Thornton. Approximate area, to be confirmed.
Quick answersQuestions about Quimby
Where is Quimby?
Quimby is in Thornton, about 1.5 miles east of the Thornton center. The map on this page shows its approximate location.
When was Quimby built?
Homes in Quimby were built between 1960 and 1990 (mid-century / late 20th century).
What amenities does Quimby have?
Quimby amenities include Community Park with playground, walking trails, and skate park, Thornton City Pool on park grounds, mature tree-lined yards, and nearby shopping centers.
How big are the lots in Quimby?
Typical lots in Quimby run 0.12–0.20 acres.
Which schools are near Quimby?
Schools near Quimby include Mapleton Public Schools and Adams 12 Five Star Schools. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
What is the nearest light-rail station to Quimby?
How high is Quimby?
Quimby sits at about 5,220 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Community Park
- Mapleton Public Schools
- Adams 12 Five Star Schools
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- 5 minI-25
- Colorado Blvd
- E 100th Ave
Transit in Thornton: RTD N Line commuter rail, Original Thornton/88th Station, Thornton Crossroads/104th Station, Eastlake/124th Station (current terminus) · Future N Line extension to 144th/York and North Thornton/Hwy 7 · RTD bus routes along Washington St, 104th Ave, 120th Ave corridors · Flex Ride on-demand transit in select zones
Other Neighborhoods in Thornton
- Grange Creek$380K–$520K (estimated)
- Thornton Meadows$370K–$510K (estimated)
- Thorncreek Village$370K–$435K
- Lambertson Lakes$420K–$650K (estimated)
- Hillcrest$310K–$420K (estimated)
- Heritage Todd Creek$490K–$900K
- Parterre$414K–$650K
- Signal Creek$600K–$750K
- Fallbrook Farms$550K–$780K
- Lake Avery Estates$900K–$1.5M (estimated)
About This Profile
This profile of Quimby was researched in April 2026. It was last reviewed in September 2026. The price range comes from listed and recently sold homes in the neighborhood. Amenity coverage is moderate, and some features rest on a single source. Pine Lakes Ranch confirmed at E 100th Ave; no recorded Quimby plat found.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.