The Boardwalk Apartments
521 E 41st St,
Garden City, ID 83714
Studio - 2 Beds | $1,511 - $4,835
Rental Market Trends in Garden City, ID
Updated August 2026
The average rent in Garden City, ID is $2,089/month.
Rent in Garden City is 26% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,089/month
Average Rent
707 Sq Ft
Average Size
+8.8%
Change / Year
257
Available Apartments
Garden City rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Garden City average $1,559 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Garden City average $2,089 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Garden City average $2,049 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Garden City average $2,199 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Garden City, ID?
In the past year, rent has increased by 8.8%, which averages out to $185 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Garden City, ID
August 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
9%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
9%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
36%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
45%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Garden City, ID?
Because the average rent in Garden City is $2,089, you’ll want to make about $6,963 per month or $83,556 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Garden City, ID compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Garden City, ID to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Garden City Area GuideCompare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Boise
Avg Rent: $1,545/month
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Eagle
Avg Rent: $1,629/month
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Meridian
Avg Rent: $1,560/month
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Star
Avg Rent: $1,665/month
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Kuna
Avg Rent: $1,494/month
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Nampa
Avg Rent: $1,427/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Garden City?
The average rent in Garden City is $2,089 per month, which is 25.5% higher than the national average of $1,664.
Are rents going up or down in Garden City?
Rents in Garden City, ID are increasing, with prices up 8.8% year-over-year and $185 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Garden City?
In Garden City, ID, 45% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.