Housing in Garner, IA
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$218,753
Garner vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Garner is highlighted.
Median Home Value
45th%ilemost expensive$162,100show rank
Median Rent
29th%ilemost expensive rent$791show rank
Rent Burden
17th%ilehighest rent burden13.8%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$162,100
Median Rent
$791
Total Housing Units
1,405
Vacancy Rate
2.4%
Owner Occupied
74.8%
Renter Occupied
25.1%
Median Property Tax
$1,963
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$825
Housing Types
Single Family79.4%
Multi-Family17.8%
Mobile Home2.9%
The median home value in Garner, IA is $162,100. According to Zillow, the home value index for Garner is $218,753. The median rent is $791 per month (Census ACS). About 74.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1972. There are 1,405 total housing units.