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Deer Run

Deer Run

Neighborhood in Thornton, Colorado

Adams County 80241

$418,118 Average Value
$336 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

Suburb situated between green space and commercial areas

Deer Run is a Central Thornton neighborhood with mature trees along residential streets, situated between various retail centers and parks. “This is a great spot for first-time homebuyers because it’s a good opportunity to get that entry-level price point for the area,” says Lauren Rowland, a broker with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Kenney & Company since 2013. “Also, with its location in Thornton, you’re within 30 minutes of downtown Denver for anybody needing to commute. It’s a good in-between location since Boulder is also about 30 minutes away.”

The Deer Run neighborhood is located in Thornton, north of Downtown Denver.
The Deer Run neighborhood is located in Thornton, north of Downtown Denver.
Deer Run is located near many trails, parks and green spaces.
Deer Run is located near many trails, parks and green spaces.
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Traditional architecture built around neighborhood green space

The neighborhood's entrance, at 128th Avenue, marks the beginning of new traditional homes with backyards fit for a playset or patio. These single-family homes range from around $355,000 to $520,000. Traditional townhouses, the most common in the area, list from around $320,000 to $450,000.

The homes in Deer Run are built on generously sized lots.
The homes in Deer Run are built on generously sized lots.
Modern traditional homes are common in the Deer Run neighborhood.
Modern traditional homes are common in the Deer Run neighborhood.
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Choice enrollment and FutureForward in Five Star Schools

Adams 12 Five Star Schools district offers choice enrollment. Deer Run students may elect to attend Skyview Elementary, which earns a B grade from Niche, and Shadow Ridge Middle, which receives a B-minus; both schools are connected to the neighborhood by trail. Horizon High School is also nearby and receives an A-minus. Five Star Schools have a district-wide Career and Technical Education (CTE) program known as “FutureForward,” with courses such as business and marketing taught on Horizon High’s campus.

Horizon High School balances a holistic liberal arts education with rigorous content-specific curriculum to equip students for success beyond graduation.
Horizon High School balances a holistic liberal arts education with rigorous content-specific curriculum to equip students for success beyond graduation.
Shadow Ridge Middle School of the Adams 12 Five Star Schools.
Shadow Ridge Middle School of the Adams 12 Five Star Schools.
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Trails, paddle boat rentals and Thorntonfest

Although Deer Run’s trail and neighborhood playground are the extent of its recreational options, many public green spaces and parks are nearby. Trail Winds Park is just north of the neighborhood and has multiuse fields, a popular skate park and a recreation center with a pool. Nearly two miles of trail loop around the reservoir at Eastlake Shores Park, west of Deer Run. Many city-sponsored events are held at Carpenter Park, including Thorntonfest in early June and the three-day WinterFest event in mid-December. Both events include food vendors, a marketplace with local artisans and activities for children. The park is popular for its playground and athletic facilities year-round and seasonal amenities, including paddleboat rentals and carousel rides.

The Trail Winds Park and Open Space in Thornton is a great place to enjoy a beautiful Colorado afternoon.
The Trail Winds Park and Open Space in Thornton is a great place to enjoy a beautiful Colorado afternoon.
Kids and adults enjoy the skatepark at Carpenter Park in Thornton, Colorado.
Kids and adults enjoy the skatepark at Carpenter Park in Thornton, Colorado.
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Nearby retail and local donut and Mexican restaurants

Although Deer Run does not have a designated retail area, Thornton Plaza and the Mission Trace North shopping centers are both nearby. Thornton Plaza has Big R Stores and The Grumpy Egg Cafe, a local donut shop. Mission Trace North is home to a King Soopers, Ace Hardware and various restaurant chains. There are also locally owned restaurants, such as Las Palmas Mexican Restaurant, which has been around for over 30 years.

Deer Run residents can run to King Soopers for their grocery needs.
Deer Run residents can run to King Soopers for their grocery needs.
The Deer Run neighborhood is close to many retail and dining options.
The Deer Run neighborhood is close to many retail and dining options.
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Denver commutes, RTD buses and airport access

Regional Transportation District (RTD) bus stops dot 128th Avenue and nearby thoroughfares, including 120th Avenue and Colorado Boulevard. “Deer Run has proximity to several light rail stations, so if somebody is interested in the city for work or fun and wants to be in the urban part of town, it’s a super quick light rail directly to Union Station in Denver,” Rowland says. Interstate 25 runs west of the neighborhood, connecting the community to Denver, about 18 miles south. North of Deer Run, Extension 470—or “E-470”—travels about 20 miles east to the Denver International Airport, with direct flights to domestic and international cities.

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Transit

Airport

Denver International

30 min drive

Bus

128th Ave & Eudora Dr

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$410,000
Median Single Family Price
$547,000
Median Townhouse Price
$406,830
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$336
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
41
Months of Supply
1.20
Median List Price
$410,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
239
Median Year Built
1993
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,812
Below the national average
1,936
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,419
Median Age
37
Population under 18
26%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$86,188
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$95,241

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
85%
College Graduates
24.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.6%
% Population in Labor Force
78.3%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
51''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

35 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

22 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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