Garner, IA

Garner is a small town located in southeastern Iowa. The population was 1,851 at the 2010 census. Garner is located on U.S. Route 61, approximately 25 miles south of Burlington and 50 miles north of Des Moines. Garner has a rich history dating back to the early 1800s when it was known as "The Gateway to the Black Hills." Today, Garner is a thriving community with a diversified economy that includes agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism.

Real estate in Garner is dominated by single-family homes and duplexes. The median price for a single-family home in Garner was $123,000 in 2016 according to Zillow data. The average price per square foot for single-family homes was $87 which indicates that homes in Garner are relatively affordable compared to other communities in Iowa. In addition to single-family homes, there are also a number of condominiums and townhomes available for purchase in Garner. The average condo price in Garner was $130,000 while the average townhome price was $128,000 according to Zillow data.

One of the benefits of living in Garner is its proximity to major metropolitan areas such as Des Moines and Burlington. According to Zillow data, residents living within 10 miles of Garner have an estimated commute time of 26 minutes which is significantly shorter than the national average commute time of 34 minutes according to Census Bureau data . Additionally, many businesses located within 10 miles of Garner are accessible by road which makes it easy for residents to access shopping and entertainment options without having to leave their community .

Despite its affordability and convenience factors, one potential downside associated with living in Garner may be its lack of diversity when compared with other communities across Iowa . According to Census Bureau data , only 2% of residents living in Garner were born outside the United States while 12% were born inside the United States but not currently residing here . This lack of diversity may make it difficult for residents from different backgrounds find common ground or connect with one another socially .

Overall , real estate prices and availability appear favorable in Garner relative to other communities across Iowa . While there may be some challenges associated with limited diversity among residents , overall this appears likely be outweighed by many positive factors including low costoflivingandshortcommutetime