Nestled in the heart of Thornton’s highly sought after 80241 community, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath paired home is packed with potential! Featuring 1,070 sqft living space, an attached 2-car garage, cozy wood-burning fireplace, and a 525 sqft unfinished basement ready for future expansion. This vacant property needs some updates and is the perfect canvas for buyers looking to build instant equity. With nearby renovated models selling around $425,000, simple cosmetic upgrades such as fresh paint, updated flooring, and modern kitchen finishes could unlock substantial value. Located within the acclaimed Adams 12 Five Star School District and just moments from parks, shopping, major commuter routes, and I-25 access, this home combines location, affordability, and upside in one compelling package. Whether you are a first-time buyer, investor, or renovation enthusiast, this is a rare chance to secure a property in a fast-moving North Denver market with exceptional long-term potential. This home is being offered as-is and priced according to updates needed within the local market.
Sold for $345,000
$345,000
12656 Forest Drive, Thornton, CO 80241
3beds
1,595sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
3,296 Square Feet Lot
$344,600 Zestimate®
$216/sqft
$2,642 Estimated rent
Home value
$344,600
$327,000 - $365,000
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Cozy wood-burning fireplace
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Listed by:
Brent Paine brent@brentpainegroup.com,
Your Castle Real Estate Inc
Bought with:
Brent Ryerson, 40029140
Capital Property Group LLC
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 9726164
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Description: Spare Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 76.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 9.6
Bedroom
- Description: Spare Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 91.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.6 x 9.5
Bedroom
- Description: Primary Bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
- Level: Upper
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 12
Bathroom
- Description: Main Floor Small Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 29 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5.8 x 5
Bathroom
- Description: Full Upstairs Bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 9
Bonus room
- Description: Unfinished Basement
- Level: Basement
- Area: 480 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 24
Dining room
- Description: Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Kitchen
- Description: Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 9
Laundry
- Description: Laundry Area On 2nd Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 5
Living room
- Description: Main Floor Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 15
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: 1 Common Wall
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,595
- Total interior livable area: 1,595 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,070
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 3,296 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: R0010898
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Deer Run
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $253 monthly
- HOA name: Summer Creek HOA
- HOA phone: 303-926-1844
Location
- Region: Thornton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $216/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $364,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,786
- Date on market: 5/21/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Individual
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/29/2026 | Sold | $345,000-0.3%$216/sqft |
Source:  REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #9726164 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2026 | Pending sale | $345,900$217/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #9726164 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $345,900$217/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #9726164 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2026 | Pending sale | $345,900$217/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #9726164 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $345,900+409.4%$217/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #9726164 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/1985 | Sold | $67,900$43/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,241 +1% | $22,750 -10.3% |
| 2024 | $2,218 -1.5% | $25,370 |
| 2023 | $2,253 -3.2% | $25,370 +24.1% |
| 2022 | $2,328 | $20,450 -2.8% |
| 2021 | -- | $21,040 +5.1% |
| 2020 | $2,225 | $20,010 -0.1% |
| 2019 | $2,225 +20.1% | $20,030 +24.4% |
| 2018 | $1,853 | $16,100 |
| 2017 | $1,853 | $16,100 +25.6% |
| 2016 | -- | $12,820 |
| 2015 | $1,378 | $12,820 +42.4% |
| 2014 | -- | $9,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $9,000 -4.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $9,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $9,400 -11.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $10,590 |
| 2009 | -- | $10,590 -23.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $13,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $13,800 -0.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $13,920 |
| 2005 | -- | $13,920 +9.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $12,740 |
| 2003 | $1,205 +2.2% | $12,740 +8.2% |
| 2002 | $1,179 +7.4% | $11,770 +13.2% |
| 2001 | $1,098 | $10,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Summer Creek
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Skyview Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Shadow Ridge Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Horizon High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Skyview
- Middle: Shadow Ridge
- High: Horizon
- District: Adams 12 5 Star Schl
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
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- Adams County
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- Summer Creek
- 12656 Forest Drive
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