Why Live in Deer Run
Deer Run in Thornton, Colorado, features new traditional single-family homes and townhouses, with backyards suitable for playsets or patios. The neighborhood includes a trail and playground, while nearby Trail Winds Park offers multiuse fields, a skate park, and a recreation center with a pool. Eastlake Shores Park, west of Deer Run, has nearly two miles of trails around a reservoir. Carpenter Park hosts city-sponsored events like Thorntonfest and WinterFest, and offers year-round amenities such as paddleboat rentals and carousel rides. Shopping options near Deer Run include Thornton Plaza, with stores like Big R and The Grumpy Egg Cafe, and Mission Trace North, featuring King Soopers and Ace Hardware. Local dining includes Las Palmas Mexican Restaurant. Public transportation is accessible with RTD bus stops on 128th Avenue and nearby thoroughfares, and light rail stations provide quick access to Denver’s Union Station. Interstate 25 connects the neighborhood to Denver, 18 miles south, while E-470 offers a route to Denver International Airport, about 20 miles east. Deer Run is part of the Adams 12 Five Star Schools district, with students having the option to attend Skyview Elementary and Shadow Ridge Middle, both connected by trail. Horizon High School, which has a high rating, offers a Career and Technical Education program with courses in business and marketing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Deer Run a good place to live?
Deer Run is a good place to live. Deer Run is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. It has a median age of 37. The average household income is $95,241 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 24.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Deer Run are home owners, with 25.6% of residents renting and 74.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Deer Run can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Deer Run neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Deer Run?
The median home price in Deer Run is $349,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $69,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,810 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $78K a year to afford the median home price in Deer Run. The average household income in Deer Run is $95K.
What are the best public schools in Deer Run?
The best public schools that serve Deer Run are:
What are the best private schools in Deer Run?
The best private schools that serve Deer Run are:
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Are home prices dropping in Deer Run?
Yes, home prices in Deer Run are down 57% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Deer Run, CO
On average, homes in Deer Run, Thornton sell after 209 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Deer Run, Thornton over the last 12 months is $349,000, down 38% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$349,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$355,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$349,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$196
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
34
Median List Price
$349,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-38%
