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Thornton, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Thornton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Thornton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,443 | $695 | $2,700 |
Thornton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,219 | $780 | $1,650 |
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Cheapest Available Thornton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Thornton, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Heartland Senior Housing priced from $437. Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Thornton apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Heartland Senior Housing | 1BD/BA | 1BR,1BA | $437 |
Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $450 |
Key Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Thornton, IA and Nearby
As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Thornton area is the $0.79 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms Model at Pebble Creek Apartments in the starting from $907. The second greatest value Thornton apartment is the Pointe West - 2-bedroom apartments Model at Pointe West Apartments starting at $1,080 with a $0.98 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Thornton apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Pebble Creek Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.79 |
Pointe West Apartments | Pointe West - 2-bedroom apartments | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
Phillips Luxury Apartments | 1BR1BAb | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
The Allure at Rivers Edge | 2 Bed/2bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
CityView Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
City Center Kent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.74 |
Northern Place Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Woodland Park - Eldora | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
Heartland Senior Housing | 1BD/BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.73 |
18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Thornton
What type of rentals are currently available in Thornton?
There are currently 43 Apartments for Rent in Thornton, IA with pricing that ranges from $430 to $2,400. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Thornton ranging from $575 to $2,700.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Thornton?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Thornton ranges from $575 to $2,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,158.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting
Written by: Trey Huguley
When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.