Gardner
Gardner is a growing community on the southwest edge of Johnson County, offering newer homes and value with room to grow. The Shopper Team helps buyers and sellers here. Browse active listings below and read the guide.
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Living in Gardner, Kansas
Gardner is a Johnson County city on the southwestern edge of the Kansas City metro, estimated at 26,154 residents as of July 1, 2025. It sits at a historic junction where the Oregon, California, and Santa Fe trails once split, and today is one of the county’s fastest-growing communities — anchored in part by the large logistics operations just to its south.
Figures: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts, Gardner city, Kansas (population estimate July 1, 2025; income, home value, homeownership, commute, and education 2020–2024).
Schools
Gardner is served by the Gardner Edgerton School District (USD 231). We’re happy to confirm the specific schools tied to any address.
Working in Gardner
Gardner’s economy is closely tied to Logistics Park Kansas City — the BNSF intermodal facility and surrounding distribution centers just south in Edgerton — one of the largest inland logistics hubs in the country, along with local employers and easy access to Johnson County job centers.
Parks & Things to Do
Local highlights include Gardner Junction Park, which commemorates the historic trail split, Celebration Park, and nearby Johnson County parks such as Big Bull Creek Park.
Gardner Real Estate
Gardner has seen substantial new-home construction alongside its established neighborhoods, offering relative value on the metro’s southwest edge. Per the U.S. Census Bureau (2020–2024), the median owner-occupied home value is $306,200. Browse current listings below.
10 years of Gardner sales data
Gardner, KS housing market, 2016–2026
Built from 3,933 single-family closed sales. Pick a metric; hover or tap a bar for details.
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| Year | Sales | Median tax | Median price | Eff. rate | $/sq ft | DOM | At/over list |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 59 | $2,692 | $200,000 | 1.36% | $111 | 33 | 36% |
| 2017 | 440 | $2,615 | $210,000 | 1.29% | $118 | 12 | 57% |
| 2018 | 439 | $2,939 | $226,500 | 1.32% | $122 | 13 | 59% |
| 2019 | 425 | $3,335 | $237,500 | 1.41% | $126 | 9 | 52% |
| 2020 | 428 | $3,359 | $250,000 | 1.33% | $140 | 4 | 69% |
| 2021 | 406 | $3,532 | $290,000 | 1.24% | $160 | 2 | 83% |
| 2022 | 357 | $3,652 | $320,000 | 1.16% | $180 | 3 | 81% |
| 2023 | 311 | $4,192 | $345,000 | 1.24% | $189 | 6 | 69% |
| 2024 | 345 | $4,767 | $359,000 | 1.32% | $205 | 10 | 63% |
| 2025 | 390 | $5,192 | $375,000 | 1.32% | $207 | 10 | 62% |
| 2026 | 333 | $4,874 | $370,000 | 1.34% | $212 | 12 | 61% |
Active builders in Gardner: Rausch Coleman Homes, Lifestyle Building, Craig Brett Homes, DR Horton, Lennar Homes of KS. Compare builders across the metro →
Gardner by the numbers: quick answers
What is the median home price in Gardner, KS?
The median single-family sale price in Gardner, KS was $369,950 for homes that sold from January 2024 through October 2026 (1,068 sales), about $208 per finished square foot.
How much are property taxes in Gardner, KS?
The median annual property tax on homes that sold in Gardner, KS from 2024 to 2026 was $4,973, an effective rate of about 1.32% of the sale price.
Do most homes in Gardner, KS have an HOA?
About 51% of recent Gardner sales had HOA dues, with median dues of about $425 a year.
Is there new construction in Gardner, KS?
About 32% of recent Gardner sales were homes built within the last two years. Active builders in MLS records include Rausch Coleman Homes, Lifestyle Building, Craig Brett Homes, DR Horton.
What is the best month to sell a house in Gardner, KS?
Over the past 10 years, Gardner homes that closed in April sold for the highest share of original list price (median 101.2%), and homes closing in April had the shortest median time on market (3 days).
Last updated October 14, 2026 · Compare all metro cities · How we calculate this
Source: Heartland MLS closed single-family sales in Gardner, KS, 2016 through 2026 year to date, compiled by Wingman Real Estate – The Shopper Team. 2016 and 2026 are partial years. Tax is the total annual tax reported at sale (it may reflect the prior tax year; new construction can show land-only tax). Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed; not a tax quote.
Frequently Asked
What is the population of Gardner, Kansas?
The U.S. Census Bureau estimated Gardner’s population at 26,154 as of July 1, 2025.
How much do homes cost in Gardner?
Per the U.S. Census Bureau (2020–2024), the median value of owner-occupied homes in Gardner is $306,200. Search current listings for live pricing.
What school district serves Gardner?
Gardner is served by the Gardner Edgerton School District (USD 231).
What is Gardner known for?
Gardner is known for its historic trail-junction heritage, rapid growth, and its proximity to Logistics Park Kansas City, a major intermodal and distribution hub.
How far is Gardner from Kansas City?
Gardner sits on the southwestern edge of the metro along I-35. The Census Bureau reports a mean commute of about 22.9 minutes for Gardner workers.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts (Gardner city, Kansas); city, county, and school-district sources. Information is deemed reliable but should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.
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