Riverdale Park
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
Riverdale Park runs from E 128th Avenue to E 133rd Avenue between Ivy Street and Leyden Street, and county records count about 726 homes here, 364 two story houses, 246 two story townhomes and 105 ranches. Most were finished between 2002 and 2009, then a second wave added roughly 120 more from 2016 through 2020, with 66 completed in 2020 alone. The concrete Riverdale Park Trail edges the north side and the Lakeview Tributary Trail follows the west, with Sage Creek Park a few blocks south. E 128th Avenue forms the southern boundary, Colorado Boulevard is under a mile west, and Riverdale Regional Park lies about three miles southeast. County boundary data places this corner of Thornton in School District 27J.
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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Book a MeetingWhere it sits
Inside Thornton. Platted boundary.
Quick answersQuestions about Riverdale Park
Where is Riverdale Park?
Riverdale Park is in Thornton, about 5.1 miles northeast of the Thornton center. The map on this page shows its platted boundary from county records.
When was Riverdale Park built?
Homes in Riverdale Park were built between 2002 and 2020 (early 21st century / new build). Builders on record include various builders and BLVD Builders.
Is there an HOA in Riverdale Park, and what does it cost?
Riverdale Park has a homeowners association. Dues run about $40–$350/mo; confirm the current figure with the association before you buy.
What amenities does Riverdale Park have?
Riverdale Park amenities include parks, trails, and green spaces, street lamps along residential roads, and communal sidewalks.
How big are the lots in Riverdale Park?
Typical lots in Riverdale Park run 0.08–0.18 acres.
Which schools are near Riverdale Park?
Schools near Riverdale Park include Adams 27J Schools and Riverdale Ridge High School. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
What is the nearest light-rail station to Riverdale Park?
About how many homes are in Riverdale Park?
County parcel records show about 490 parcels in Riverdale Park.
How high is Riverdale Park?
Riverdale Park sits at about 5,150 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Sage Creek Park
- Lakeview Tributary Open Space
- Riverdale Regional Park
- Adams 27J Schools
- Riverdale Ridge High School
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- 8 minE-470
- E 128th Ave
- Colorado Blvd
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
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About This Profile
This profile of Riverdale Park 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. Location verified from county plats and parcels; earlier road data was several miles off.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.
