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Garden City, Idaho Homes for Sale

Garden City is an independent riverside city with Greenbelt access and an arts-focused district.

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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.

If you have attended the Western Idaho Fair, you have already spent time in Garden City, since Expo Idaho hosts it here each summer. The small, independent city is surrounded by Boise and stretches along the Boise River in Ada County.

Garden City has become known for riverside living, local tasting rooms and breweries, and its arts-focused 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

There is a mix of older homes, riverfront properties, new townhomes and modern infill construction to consider.

Closeness to downtown Boise and the Greenbelt makes the city popular with buyers who want to be near the action. Scott can help you compare the options.

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?

No. Garden City is its own city, even though Boise surrounds it. Downtown Boise is only minutes away.

What is there to do in Garden City?

Enjoy the Greenbelt on foot or by bike, visit local tasting rooms and breweries, spend time in the arts district, and go to the Western Idaho Fair at Expo Idaho.

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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