Gardner Homes under $500,000

Welcome to Gardner, Kansas – a vibrant city that perfectly blends the charm of small-town living with the conveniences of urban life. Nestled in the heart of Johnson County, Gardner is known for its friendly community, excellent schools, and beautiful parks, making it an ideal place for families and individuals alike.

Gardner boasts a rich history and a forward-thinking spirit, making it a desirable location for those looking to settle down. With a population that continues to grow, residents enjoy a variety of local amenities, including unique shops, delightful dining options, and recreational facilities that cater to all ages. The city is also conveniently located near major highways, providing easy access to the bustling Kansas City metropolitan area, while still offering the tranquility of suburban life.

For homebuyers seeking affordable options, Gardner is a gem! The real estate market features an impressive selection of homes under $500,000, catering to diverse tastes and lifestyles. Whether you’re looking for a cozy starter home, a spacious family residence, or a charming bungalow, Gardner has something for everyone. Many properties showcase modern amenities, beautiful landscaping, and proximity to schools and parks, ensuring you find the perfect fit for your needs.

With its welcoming atmosphere, strong sense of community, and affordable housing options, Gardner, Kansas, is the ideal place to call home. Explore the possibilities today and discover why so many are choosing to make Gardner their forever home!

Newest Gardner Homes under $500,000

$412,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2.5 Baths

Traditional charm meets comfortable living in this inviting 1.5-story home, perfectly situated on a spacious corner lot with plenty of room to spread out and enjoy. From its warm, welcoming feel to its desirable location in Sherman Lakes Estates, this home offers the kind of setting that makes it easy to picture yourself putting down roots. Whether you're looking for a place to entertain, relax, or simply enjoy a little extra breathing room, this home is ready to welcome you. Even better, you could be celebrating the holidays in your new home! With an anticipated move-in by the end of December, there's still time to make this home yours before the new year.

18400 Oak Street, Gardner

Listing courtesy of Jonna Hall of Real Broker, LLC.

$280,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

Super Cute 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Ranch Home on a Cul-de-Sac! Welcome to easy, effortless living! Nestled in a friendly neighborhood with great schools nearby, this charming ranch home combines comfort, convenience, and low-maintenance care. Enjoy fantastic local shopping close by and quick, easy access to I-35. Home Features & Highlights: True Zero-Entry & Accessible: Completely stepless living—no steps anywhere inside or out! Open Living: The spacious living room with a vaulted ceiling is open to the dining area and kitchen. Cute kitchen with tile backsplash and glass front cabinets. Bedrooms & Baths: 3 nice-sized carpeted bedrooms, including a master suite complete with a walk-in closet. Turn-Key Convenience: The washer and dryer stay with the home, making your move seamless. Upgrades & Maintenance: Durable vinyl siding for low-maintenance exterior care, plus a brand-new side door featuring a built-in shade. Parking & Storage: Attached 2-car garage with convenient attic storage space above. Move-in ready - enjoy the peace of mind of a solid, turnkey home today, with incredible potential to add your own modern cosmetic touches over time!

371 N Sumac Street, Gardner

Listing courtesy of Kristin Malfer of Compass Realty Group.

$300,000

4 Beds ⋅ 1.5 Baths

Affordable Living in the Heart of Gardner! This super cute, well-maintained, move-in-ready home offers 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and 1,863 square feet of living space! Enjoy two separate living areas, including a formal living room and a cozy family room featuring a charming brick fireplace wall. The updated kitchen comes complete with all appliances staying, making your move even easier! The fourth bedroom is conveniently located on the main level and offers flexibility for a bedroom, home office, or hobby space. Step outside to enjoy the treed back yard, concrete patio and newly installed privacy fence. An unfinished basement provides extra storage, laundry hookups and future possibilities. With an attached one-car garage and an unbeatable location directly across from the elementary and middle schools, plus minutes from downtown Gardner, parks, aquatic center, restaurants, coffee shop, breweries, and local favorites. This home offers space, convenience, and affordability in a fantastic location. Don't miss this opportunity to make this charming home your own!

311 E Washington Street, Gardner

Listing courtesy of Stormy Meyer of Keller Williams Realty Partners Inc..

$299,900

4 Beds ⋅ 2.5 Baths

This is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for! Move in and build sweat equity at your own pace. Priced with improvements in mind, this fixer-upper offers the flexibility to update over time or enjoy it as it is. A newer roof, newer HVAC system, and great floor plan provide a strong starting point, while the full unfinished basement offers space for hobbies, storage, or future expansion. Situated on a cul-de-sac in a convenient Gardner location, you’re just a short walk from picking up Casey’s pizza for dinner. Bring your vision and make it your own! This is a must see and a great opportunity!

18417 ELM Street, Gardner

Listing courtesy of Shawn Hartley of Rise Real Estate Group LLC.

$249,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths

Ranch style half duplex with a wonderful floor plan, open living space, lots of storage, and an enclosed front porch sunroom. There are updates throughout the home. Wood-look tile flooring, quartz countertops, stainless appliances and a walk in shower. Relax or entertain on the large back patio shaded by a mature tree canopy. Convenient location with close proximity to Johnson County Fairgrounds, city pool, parks, Gardner Greenway, and shopping. Come and check out this one level layout today!

123 E Madison Street, Gardner

Listing courtesy of Eddie Davis of Orenda Real Estate Services.

$400,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths

Welcome home to this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 3-bath home in Gardner! Featuring an inviting open-concept layout, this home offers a spacious and functional design perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Renovated approximately three years ago, the home combines refreshed finishes with comfortable living spaces throughout. Step outside to enjoy the privacy-fenced backyard, ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or letting pets play. The unfinished sub-basement provides additional storage space, helping keep your living areas organized and clutter-free. With four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, an open layout, and plenty of room to spread out, this home offers the perfect combination of comfort, functionality, and convenience. Don't miss your opportunity to make this Gardner home yours!

530 W Washington Street, Gardner

Listing courtesy of Richey Real Estate Group of Real Broker, LLC.

$305,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

Welcome home! This inviting home offers a great combination of comfort, style, and functionality. Enjoy the warmth of the fireplace, beautiful granite countertops, and luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout for a clean, updated look with easy maintenance. The basement provides additional space and plenty of possibilities to fit your needs. Step outside to a spacious, fully fenced backyard with room for entertaining, gardening, pets, or simply relaxing outdoors. With practical updates, comfortable living spaces, and a backyard you'll love, this home is ready for its next chapter! Professional photos to be uploaded Tuesday and sellers disclosures will be available Tuesday evening.

601 N Winwood Street, Gardner

Listing courtesy of Yvette Lopez of RE/MAX Revolution.

$337,500

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

Welcome home to this beautifully updated three-bedroom, two-bathroom ranch offering effortless one-level living and a warm, inviting layout. The open-concept design seamlessly connects the great room, dining area, and kitchen, creating an ideal space for everyday living and entertaining. A convenient garage entry directly into the kitchen makes unloading groceries a breeze. The kitchen features NEW quartz countertops, a NEW undermount sink, a center island, pantry, and NEW stainless steel appliances, including an induction range and extra-quiet dishwasher. The spacious primary suite offers a private retreat with its own en-suite bathroom, updated with a luxurious walk-in shower featuring a spot-resistant, double-hinged frameless glass door. Recent improvements include a high-efficiency 16-SEER HVAC system installed in April 2025 (reflected in monthly billling) and a 50-gallon water heater installed in January 2025. Beautiful rock landscaping was added in spring 2026, enhancing the home’s curb appeal, while the exterior was painted in 2019. Set against open space, this home offers a peaceful backdrop and a wonderful connection to the outdoors. Elementary and middle schools are within walking distance, adding everyday convenience. The full unfinished basement is stubbed for a future bathroom and offers abundant potential for additional living space, a recreation room, home office, gym, or whatever best suits your needs. Set up with high-speed fiber internet. Whether you’re looking for a comfortable place to settle in, a home with room to grow, or the perfect setting for making memories and welcoming loved ones home for the holidays, this property is ready to fall in love with.

600 S Maple Street, Gardner

Listing courtesy of Nichole Graham of Real Broker, LLC.

$366,990

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

The lovely RC Cypress II plan is full of curb appeal with its welcoming covered front porch and front yard landscaping. This ranch-style (slab on grade - no basement) home features an open floor plan with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a large living room, a dining area, and a generous kitchen equipped with energy-efficient appliances, ample counter space, and a roomy pantry for snacking and preparing delicious meals.

749 N Buckeye Street, Gardner

Listing courtesy of Lennar Team of Platinum Realty LLC.

$349,490

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

Welcome to Cypress Creek! Nestled on a desirable cul-de-sac homesite backing to a serene pond, this beautifully designed Bridgeport floor plan offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and functionality. A charming front porch and attractive stone elevation create inviting curb appeal from the moment you arrive. This thoughtfully designed single-story home features three versatile secondary bedrooms conveniently located near a full bath, while the open-concept layout seamlessly connects the living room, dining area, and well-appointed kitchen - creating an inviting space for both entertaining and everyday living. The private owner's suit serves as a relaxing retreat with an attached bath featuring double bowl sinks, additional lighting, and a generous walk-in closet. Upgraded features throughout the home include stainless steel appliances, a stylish tile backsplash, sloped ceilings throughout, luxury vinyl plank flooring in wet areas, the living room, and adjacent hallways, plus an extra window in the owner's suite for added natural light. Step outside to enjoy the extended 14x7 patio overlooking the peaceful pond, perfect for relaxing or entertaining guests. Located in the growing community of Gardner, residents enjoy convenient access to local parks, schools, shopping, dining, and an easy commute to downtown Kansas City. Contact Lennar today to learn more about this incredible opportunity!

766 N Buckeye Street, Gardner

Listing courtesy of Lennar Team of Platinum Realty LLC.

$341,590

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

Welcome to Cypress Creek! This new community of single family homes offers easy access to both Olathe and downtown Kansas City, and the city of Gardner boasts excellent schools, parks and family-friendly entertainment destinations. This new single-level home features a versatile and modern layout. An open-concept floorplan shared between the kitchen, living and dining areas boasts convenient access to a patio for simple outdoor entertainment and leisure. All three bedrooms are tucked away to the side for optimal comfort, including the lavish owner’s suite at the back of the home, complete with a full bathroom and walk-in closet. Home is estimated to be complete in June. Contact Lennar today to learn more!

774 N Buckeye Street, Gardner

Listing courtesy of Lennar Team of Platinum Realty LLC.

$344,990

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

.Welcome home to the Glenwood floor plan, currently under construction and anticipated to be ready for closing by the end of October! A beautiful front stone elevation adds character and curb appeal, while the covered back porch provides a comfortable outdoor space to relax and unwind. Inside, you'll appreciate the generously sized rooms and bedrooms, along with sloped ceilings that enhance the open and spacious feel of the home. Quartz countertops and undermount sinks are featured throughout, bringing a polished, cohesive look to both the kitchen and bathrooms. The kitchen is complete with stainless steel appliances, including the refrigerator, and window blinds are also included. The spacious primary suite is a standout, featuring an impressive primary bath designed with both comfort and functionality in mind. With roomy living spaces, attractive finishes, and thoughtful features inside and out, the Glenwood offers plenty of space to feel right at home.

813 N Buckeye Street, Gardner

Listing courtesy of Lennar Team of Platinum Realty LLC.

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