Spacious Boise Retreat 10bdrm/8bath w/ hot tub Entire home · 10 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $72,706
- Occupancy
- 49.7%
- Daily rate
- $1,478
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Garden City brought in $22,289 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 34% less than the Idaho average of $33,932.
The short answer
Garden City is cheaper but busier than the Idaho average. Listings averaged $196 a night and were booked on 47% of available nights, against $315 and 42% for the Idaho average.
Timing matters: in June, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.4 times as much as in February, usually the slowest.
With 63 active listings, Garden City is the 38th-largest of 90 Idaho markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue fell 14% while the number of active listings grew 43%.
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Gross bookings per Garden City listing averaged $22,289 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Idaho average: $33,932), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Garden City listing brings in $4,120 in June, its best month, and $1,680 in February, its slowest. July runs within 2% of June, so either can come out on top in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 36% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 2.6 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
These are monthly figures for listings active in each month. The annual average above also counts listings that operated for only part of the year, so it runs below twelve times these figures.
June earns about 2.4 times what February does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Each point is one month as recorded, averaged over the listings active in it. The best and slowest months in the text average each calendar month over the past two years, so they can differ from the highest and lowest points here.
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
May 2026 led on revenue. Nightly rates peaked in July 2026 and bookings in June 2026, so the best-paying month is not always the busiest or the priciest. Across the past two years, June is usually the strongest month.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $3,105 | 61.6% | $172 | $104 | 33 days | 4.2 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $2,509 | 48.2% | $174 | $81 | 31 days | 6.1 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $2,222 | 41.8% | $175 | $74 | 36 days | 6.3 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $2,065 | 42.5% | $177 | $67 | 37 days | 5.4 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $1,780 | 30.8% | $169 | $57 | 29 days | 8.7 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $1,776 | 39.9% | $168 | $63 | 21 days | 9.9 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $2,897 | 54.2% | $168 | $93 | 27 days | 6.2 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,185 | 41.2% | $167 | $73 | 25 days | 5.6 nights |
| May 2026 | $4,411 | 55.7% | $207 | $142 | 43 days | 4.4 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $4,236 | 70.0% | $211 | $141 | 51 days | 6 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $4,066 | 60.2% | $212 | $131 | 55 days | 5.6 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $3,356 | 56.5% | $204 | $108 | 46 days | 6.3 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Garden City home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb income calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Garden City Airbnb took in $22,289 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,190 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money. A listing in the top quarter leaves about $1,720 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $2,650 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,410 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,030 a month.
These amounts come before housing costs. Where the mortgage or rent is less each month, the difference is profit; a home owned outright keeps it all after property tax, home insurance and any HOA or condo fees.
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $19,639 | $28,130 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay12% of Garden City bookings | $2,650 | $3,800 |
| Gross bookings | $22,289 | $31,930 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 12%: 15.5% for the 75% of Garden City listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$2,750 | −$3,940 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$2,650 | −$3,800 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,110 | −$1,600 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$450 | −$640 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$670 | −$960 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$220 | −$220 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$110 | −$110 |
| Management$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | $0 | $0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | $0 | $0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | $0 | $0 |
| Total running costsAbout 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$7,960 | −$11,270 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $14,329about $1,190 a month | $20,660about $1,720 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Garden City's average listing, run by its owner. Change how the listing performs, who runs it and who cleans to see what is left for the mortgage or rent.
To work out the profit on one Garden City home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb profit calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
What a listing keeps comes down to the figures this page measures: nightly rate, nights booked and the months it's open. A listing at the top-quarter mark takes in about $2,660 a month, against $1,860 for the average one.
Occupancy
Garden City listings were booked on 47% of the nights they were open over the past year, 5 percentage points above the Idaho average (42%) and 6 points above the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 37% in January to 64% in June.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 2.8 times as often as the bottom quarter.
June is usually the busiest month in Garden City, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month rate of 47% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Garden City, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $196 over the past year, about 38% below the Idaho and U.S. averages ($315 and $320). In a typical year, rates peak in June and July at about $200 and bottom out in September and November at about $155.
The top 10% charge about 2.5 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
June rates run 29% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month ADR of $196 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.
RevPAR, or revenue per available night, divides a listing's income by every night it was open to book, so it rises with both price and bookings. In Garden City it averaged $93 over the past year, from about $58 in a typical January to about $137 in a typical June.
Per open night, by tier:
June RevPAR is about 2.4 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Seasonality
Garden City has one high season, May through August, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from October to April. A listing earns about twice as much a month in June through August as in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Garden City
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $1,780 |
| February | Low season | $1,680 |
| March | Low season | $2,530 |
| April | Low season | $1,980 |
| May | High season | $3,640 |
| June | High season | $4,120 |
| July | High season | $4,060 |
| August | High season | $3,570 |
| September | Shoulder season | $2,920 |
| October | Low season | $2,520 |
| November | Low season | $2,220 |
| December | Low season | $2,260 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonMay–August | $3,850 | 58% | $194 |
| Shoulder seasonSeptember | $2,920 | 63% | $154 |
| Low seasonOctober–April | $2,140 | 46% | $160 |
Seasons are grouped by revenue per listing, so a better-paying season can fill fewer nights when higher rates carry it.
Guests book Garden City stays 36 days ahead on average (about five weeks). June stays are booked furthest out, about 54 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 21 days. A typical June booking is made in late April.
June stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Permits
None of the 63 active listings in Garden City display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply: some places don't ask hosts to show a number on the listing, and listing data doesn't capture every scheme.
Registration, permit, zoning and occupancy-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the city or county before buying or listing in Garden City.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Garden City neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Downtown Garden City, Eagle Island State Park and Harris Ranch. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.
| Area | Who it suits | Landmarks nearby |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Garden City | The heart of Garden City with a vibrant atmosphere, offering a mix of dining, shopping, and river activities. Close to the Boise River and greenbelt, which are attractive for outdoor enthusiasts. | – |
| Eagle Island State Park | A popular outdoor destination for nature lovers, providing various recreational activities such as hiking, swimming, and picnicking. Attracts families and outdoor enthusiasts looking for an escape from the city. | – |
| Harris Ranch | An upscale residential area known for its beautiful homes and proximity to nature. A desirable location for those seeking a tranquil environment while being close to Boise. | – |
| Garden City Riverfront | A scenic area along the Boise River, perfect for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as kayaking, biking, and fishing. A great spot for tourists wanting natural beauty close to urban amenities. | – |
| Carmel | A residential neighborhood that offers a peaceful suburban feel. Families and long-term visitors looking for longer stays tend to prefer this area due to its amenities and community vibe. | – |
| West Boise | A thriving area with various shopping centers, parks, and entertainment options. It serves as a hub for visitors needing access to both Garden City and downtown Boise. | – |
| Boise River Scenic Byway | Known for its picturesque views and recreative activities, this area attracts tourists looking to explore Idaho's natural beauty while enjoying a scenic drive along the river. | – |
| Lynx Golf Course Area | Perfect for golf enthusiasts and visitors looking for a relaxed, leisure-focused vacation. The area features amenities centered around golf, dining, and relaxation. | – |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Almost every Airbnb in Garden City is an entire home: 97% of listings, with private rooms at 3%. Houses are the most common property type at 65%, about 3.7 times the share of apartments and condos (17%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Garden City Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 96.8% | 61 |
| Private room | 3.2% | 2 |
Listings by property type
Garden City Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 65.1% | 41 |
| Apartment/Condo | 17.5% | 11 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 9.5% | 6 |
| Others | 6.3% | 4 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 1.6% | 1 |
Three-bedroom homes are the most common size in Garden City (35% of entire homes), followed by two-bedroom homes (32%). Shares are of the 57 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Garden City entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 1.8% | 1 |
| 1 bedroom | 22.8% | 13 |
| 2 bedrooms | 31.6% | 18 |
| 3 bedrooms | 35.1% | 20 |
| 4 bedrooms | 7.0% | 4 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 1.8% | 1 |
A typical one-bedroom home in Garden City earned $22,300 over the past year, against $26,300 for a three-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 13 | $22,300 | $24,100 | $168 | 50% |
| 2 bedrooms | 18 | $5,550 | $12,500 | $151 | 43% |
| 3 bedrooms | 20 | $26,300 | $29,600 | $214 | 48% |
The most common capacity in Garden City is six guests (31% of listings), and 46% of listings sleep six or more.
Garden City listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 19.7% | 12 |
| 3 guests | 4.9% | 3 |
| 4 guests | 27.9% | 17 |
| 5 guests | 1.6% | 1 |
| 6 guests | 31.1% | 19 |
| 7 guests | 8.2% | 5 |
| 8+ guests | 6.6% | 4 |
Garden City hosts set up an average of 2.6 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. Only 27% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Self check-in is close to standard in Garden City: 94% of listings offer it, and 62% have a patio or balcony.
Share of Garden City listings with each common amenity
Guests
Garden City draws mostly domestic guests: 98% of those who left reviews live in the United States. Boise alone accounts for 10% of reviews. English is spoken by 73% of guests, and Spanish by 12%.
98% of Garden City guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Garden City guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Boise | 10.2% |
| Seattle | 2.6% |
| Portland | 2.2% |
| Twin Falls | 1.9% |
| Idaho Falls | 1.7% |
Where Garden City guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 98.3% |
| United Kingdom | 0.6% |
| Puerto Rico | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | 0.1% |
Languages spoken by Garden City guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 72.6% |
| Spanish | 12.4% |
| French | 3.9% |
| Russian | 1.6% |
| Portuguese | 1.3% |
Garden City Airbnbs average 4.90 stars, and 63% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.83.
Check-in scores highest in Garden City; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.93 |
| Cleanliness | 4.89 |
| Communication | 4.93 |
| Location | 4.89 |
| Check-in | 4.95 |
| Value | 4.83 |
Booking patterns
About seven in ten Garden City listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 30% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 181 to 270 days a year, covering 29% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Garden City listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 41.3% | 26 |
| 181-270 days | 28.6% | 18 |
| 91-180 days | 30.2% | 19 |
Days a year Garden City listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 1.6% | 1 |
| 181-270 days | 28.6% | 18 |
| 91-180 days | 28.6% | 18 |
| 31-90 days | 20.6% | 13 |
| 1-30 days | 20.6% | 13 |
The average Garden City booking lasts 7.3 nights, longest in January and shortest in September. Listings took about 22 bookings each over the year, some 1,360 in all. Check-in is split almost evenly between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Garden City
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
Nearly two-thirds of listings in Garden City accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Garden City listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Moderate is the most common cancellation policy in Garden City, used by 48% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least five days before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: more than seven in ten listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 24% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Garden City listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
Nearly nine in ten Garden City listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $130, and some higher fees lift the average to $180. Spread over the average stay of 7.3 nights, that adds roughly $18 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 12% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Garden City, a ten-bedroom home, took in $72,700 over the past year, about 3.3 times the city's average of $22,300.
Spacious Boise Retreat 10bdrm/8bath w/ hot tub Entire home · 10 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Luxury Picturesque Home On The Greenbelt Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.91
Contemporary Single-Level Living W/Fenced Yard Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.80
Loft B-Private 3rd-story rooftop hot tub/greenbelt Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.98
Loft A-Private 3rd-story rooftop hot tub/luxurious Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.98
Quail Haven-Serenity & Comfort Near Greenbelt Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.95 Professional management companies run one in five Garden City listings and owners run the rest, though 33% of listings have a co-host. Seven in ten listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 24% of listings accept Instant Book. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 75% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 32 km, Eagle (10 km away, 96 listings) earned the most per listing, about 53% more than Garden City. Boise and Meridian were the busiest, each booked on 51% of nights against 47% in Garden City.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boise 5 km | 1,265 | $27,816 | $194 | 51% |
| Eagle 10 km | 96 | $34,142 | $240 | 47% |
| Meridian 11 km | 346 | $33,237 | $224 | 51% |
| Star 19 km | 46 | $26,338 | $214 | 46% |
| Horseshoe Bend 23 km | 34 | $9,498 | $150 | 29% |
| Nampa 25 km | 232 | $25,351 | $205 | 46% |
| Emmett 32 km | 31 | $14,759 | $169 | 34% |
| Caldwell 32 km | 163 | $21,987 | $181 | 43% |
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Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Garden City:
FAQ
An active Garden City Airbnb grossed $22,289 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 63 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $3,700 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Garden City listings earn between $1,410 and $3,700 in a typical month, and the top tenth $5,140 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Listings in Garden City were booked on 47% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 42% for the Idaho average. June is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Garden City cost $196 before fees. Half of listings charge between $110 and $225, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Garden City listings display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and occupancy-tax rules with the city or county before buying.
Yes, when it's run well. The average Garden City Airbnb grossed $22,289 in the 12 months to September 2026, 34% below the Idaho average of $33,932. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $14,329 a year (about $1,190 a month) is left before the mortgage or rent. A home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit, and a listing at the top-quarter mark leaves about $1,720 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
June usually pays best, averaging $4,120 per active listing over the past two years, and February usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
Each night a Garden City listing was open to book earned $93 on average over the past year, booked or not. That figure, revenue per available night (RevPAR), folds price and occupancy into one number; the top 10% of listings made $139 or more.
Garden City stays were booked 36 days (about five weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
The average Garden City Airbnb stay lasted 7.3 nights over the past year. A listing took 22 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Garden City Airbnbs 4.90 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
Downtown Garden City, Eagle Island State Park and Harris Ranch draw the most short-term rental interest in Garden City. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 63 active Airbnb listings in Garden City as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Boise, 5 km away.
In Garden City, nearly nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $130, and some higher fees lift the average to $180.
Method
Figures on this page cover 63 active Airbnb listings in Garden City from October 2025 to September 2026 (trailing twelve months). AirROI refreshes them monthly from listing-level booking and calendar data covering 20+ million properties worldwide. Money figures are in U.S. dollars. Annual revenue averages every listing active during the period, including those listed for only part of it; monthly figures average the listings active in each month; the tier lists show the spread. Neighborhood descriptions are AI-assisted. See the methodology for definitions.
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