Thornton Park, Orlando, FL
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Thornton Park Neighborhood Guide Orlando, FL

About

Thornton Park is a vibrant neighborhood located in Orlando, Florida. Known for its charming brick streets, it's found just east of Lake Eola and downtown Orlando. It's a district characterized by bungalows from the 1920s, pretty parks, and a thriving commercial center along Washington Street. Thornton Park is easily accessed via the Central Boulevard and Summerlin Avenue.

What You Will Love about Thornton Park, Orlando, Florida

  • You will love the neighborhood's vintage bungalow homes nestled amongst scenic tree-lined streets.
  • Experience the lively dining and nightlife scene in Thornton Park, which features a variety of trendy restaurants, bars, and shops.
  • Appreciate the neighborhood's close proximity to the stunning Lake Eola Park, which offers a plethora of outdoor activities.

What’s Nearby

Thornton Park is near downtown Orlando, offering residents easy access to the city's exciting entertainment, dining, and shopping centers. It's just steps away from Lake Eola Park, known for its iconic fountain, swan boats, and regular events. The neighborhood is also conveniently located near the 408 Expressway, making commuting efficient.

Lifestyle

Thornton Park offers an attractive blend of suburban charm and city living. The neighborhood's residents enjoy a pedestrian-friendly environment with plenty of outdoor spaces, making it perfect for those who appreciate an active, outdoor lifestyle. Meanwhile, its close proximity to downtown Orlando creates a dynamic, urban atmosphere.

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Explore the Neighborhood

There are 400 restaurants, 27 grocery stores, and 23 parks within a mile of the Thornton Park neighborhood.

  • SHOPPING
    Thornton Park

    Retail, Shopping Mall

    0.1 miles

    Washington St / Summerlin Ave

  • SHOPPING
    Thornton Park Central

    Retail, Shopping Plaza

    0.2 miles

    10 N Summerlin Ave

  • GROCERY
    Orlando Farmers Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Farmers Market, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store

    0.3 miles

    E Central Blvd

  • GROCERY
    Publix

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.4 miles

    400 E Central Blvd

  • GROCERY
    We Shop And Deliver Orlando

    Business and Professional Services, Shipping, Freight, and Material Transportation Service, Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.4 miles

    415 E Pine St

  • GROCERY
    Tien Hung Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.7 miles

    1110 E Colonial Dr

Thornton Park Apartments and Rentals

174 Rental properties in Thornton Park, Orlando, FL.

  • Camden Thornton Park property

    $1,659+

    Camden Thornton Park

    1–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    705–1468 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • Camden Lake Eola property

    $1,649+

    Camden Lake Eola

    Studio–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    579–1496 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • 42 N. Hyer Avenue property

    $3,300

    42 N. Hyer Avenue

    2 Beds • 2.5 Baths

    1472 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 10 N Summerlin Avenue 26 property

    $2,450

    10 N Summerlin Avenue 26

    2 Beds • 2 Baths

    1269 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • The James property

    $1,899

    The James

    1 Bed • 1 Bath

    800 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • Elmwood Apartments property

    $1,575

    Elmwood Apartments

    2 Beds • 1 Bath

    766 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
13.9%
0.5%
utilities
2.8%
2.7%
food
1.3%
0.9%
transportation
3.1%
3.8%
healthcare
0.1%
6.8%

Thornton Park Demographics

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Thornton Park Reviews

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  • Area Has Potholes

    No

    Say 9 of 9 renters

  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 8 of 9 renters

  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 7 of 9 renters

  • Near Schools

    Yes

    Say 7 of 9 renters

  • Good Place To Raise A Family

    Yes

    Say 7 of 9 renters

  • Busy Streets

    No

    Say 6 of 9 renters

Thornton Park Transportation

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Very Walkable

78/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Very Bikeable

80/100
Bike Score®

Thornton Park Schools

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