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Garden City, Idaho Homes for Sale

Home of Expo Idaho, Garden City pairs fairground summers with Greenbelt paths and local tasting rooms.

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Market snapshot · October 2026

Garden City by the numbers

Full market report
$775,000Median asking price
$334Price per sq ft
123Homes for sale
119Median days on market

Single-family homes. Data: Altos Research, week of October 5, 2026.

Every summer, the Western Idaho Fair arrives at Expo Idaho, located right here in Garden City. This small Ada County city is independent, even though Boise wraps around it completely.

Along the Boise River, Garden City has earned a name for riverside living, its tasting rooms and breweries, and an arts-focused area called the Live-Work-Create district.

Why people love Garden City

  • Boise River Greenbelt access
  • Wineries, tasting rooms and breweries
  • The Live-Work-Create arts district
  • Expo Idaho and the Western Idaho Fair
  • Minutes from downtown Boise

Living in Garden City

Buyers who like being near the action are drawn to Garden City because downtown Boise and the Greenbelt are so close. Housing options include older homes, properties on the river, new townhomes and modern infill.

If you are deciding between those choices, Chuck can help you compare them side by side.

Popular areas in Garden City

  • Riverside
  • Live-Work-Create district
  • West Garden City
  • East Garden City

Garden City real estate FAQ

Is Garden City part of Boise?

It is not. Garden City operates as its own city, although Boise surrounds it and downtown sits just minutes away.

What is there to do in Garden City?

Popular options include the Western Idaho Fair at Expo Idaho, the arts district, local tasting rooms and breweries, and walking or biking along the Greenbelt.

How much do homes cost in Garden City?

As of October 2026, the median asking price for a single-family home in Garden City is $775,000, about $334 per square foot, with 123 homes listed for sale.

How fast are homes selling in Garden City?

The typical listing in Garden City has been on the market 119 days, and 29% of listings have had a price reduction.

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