Thornton Meadows
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
Thornton Meadows is a compact, 1970s-era plat of single-family homes and townhomes, with 37.9 percent of the housing stock attached, near Colorado Boulevard and East 120th Avenue. Eastlake Shores Park lies about a mile and a half to the northwest for walking and open space. Average sale prices run near $451,000, among the more affordable options in Thornton, and the area has run at close to zero rental vacancy in recent tracking. I-25 is about ten minutes away. Adams 12 Five Star Schools serves the neighborhood, with Horizon High School as the area high school.
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. Platted boundary.
Quick answersQuestions about Thornton Meadows
Where is Thornton Meadows?
Thornton Meadows is in Thornton, about 3.9 miles northeast of the Thornton center. The map on this page shows its platted boundary from county records.
When was Thornton Meadows built?
Homes in Thornton Meadows were built between 1975 and 2000 (late 20th century / early 21st century).
What amenities does Thornton Meadows have?
Thornton Meadows amenities include proximity to Eastlake Shores Park, neighborhood parks and walkways, and affordable price point.
How big are the lots in Thornton Meadows?
Typical lots in Thornton Meadows run 0.10–0.18 acres.
Which schools are near Thornton Meadows?
Schools near Thornton Meadows include Adams 12 Five Star Schools and Horizon High School. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
What is the nearest light-rail station to Thornton Meadows?
About how many homes are in Thornton Meadows?
County parcel records show about 140 parcels in Thornton Meadows.
How high is Thornton Meadows?
Thornton Meadows sits at about 5,210 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Eastlake area parks
- Adams 12 Five Star Schools
- Horizon High School
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- 10 minI-25
- Colorado Blvd (adjacent)
- E 120th 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
- 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)
- Gleneagle Estates$750K–$1.2M (estimated)
- Riverdale Peaks II$700K–$1.0M (estimated)
About This Profile
This profile of Thornton Meadows was researched in April 2026. It was last reviewed in September 2026. The price range is an estimate built from comparable nearby neighborhoods rather than from direct listings. Amenity coverage is limited because few public sources describe this neighborhood. Plat coordinates place it near E 120th Ave and Colorado Blvd, not E 108th/Washington.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.