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Garfield Park Neighborhood Guide Grand Rapids, MI

About

Garfield Park is a vibrant neighborhood located in the heart of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Its name comes from the main feature of the region, the sprawling Garfield Park, which offers a host of recreational activities. The area is bounded by key roads like Madison Avenue, Burton Street, and Eastern Avenue, providing easy access to other parts of the city. It exudes a perfect blend of urban and suburban vibes, maintaining a peaceful atmosphere while being a stone's throw away from the bustling downtown area.

What You Will Love About Garfield Park, Grand Rapids, Michigan

  • The namesake Garfield Park, with its green spaces, playgrounds, and community center, is the pride of this neighborhood.
  • It offers a close-knit community vibe with various local events and farmer's markets.
  • It has a rich selection of local restaurants, cafes, and shops that add to its local charm.
  • The accessibility to downtown Grand Rapids makes it a convenient living place for those who enjoy city life but appreciate a slice of tranquility.

What's Nearby

Garfield Park is near the downtown area of Grand Rapids, offering easy access to a variety of entertainment, shopping, and dining options. It's just a short drive to the iconic Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. Additionally, the neighborhood is in close proximity to the Grand Rapids Public Museum and Van Andel Arena.

Lifestyle

Residents of Garfield Park relish a balanced lifestyle that combines the tranquility of park life with the convenience of the city. The area comprises a mix of families, retirees, and young professionals, giving it a diverse and dynamic community feel. With the availability of recreational amenities, local events, and accessible city life, there's always something to do in and around Garfield Park.

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Explore the Neighborhood

There are 153 restaurants, 51 grocery stores, and 15 parks within a mile of the Garfield Park neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    Rodriguez Supermarket

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.2 miles

    2211 Division Ave S

  • GROCERY
    Bedollas

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.2 miles

    2228 Division Ave S

  • GROCERY
    Burton Heights Foodland

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.3 miles

    16 Burton St SW

  • GROCERY
    Sin Fronteras Supermarket

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.5 miles

    2437 Division Ave S

  • GROCERY
    Short Stop Grocery

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.5 miles

    1759 Division Ave S

  • GROCERY
    El Especial Supermarket & Bakery

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.6 miles

    1628 Division Ave S

Garfield Park Apartments and Rentals

48 Rental properties in Garfield Park, Grand Rapids, MI.

  • 825 Bates Street Southeast property

    $2,000

    825 Bates Street Southeast

    3 Beds • 1 Bath

    1358 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 2026 Francis Ave SE property

    $1,150

    2026 Francis Ave SE

    1 Bed • 1 Bath

    1 Unit Available

  • 2115 Horton Ave SE property

    $995

    2115 Horton Ave SE

    1 Bed • 1 Bath

    1 Unit Available

  • 2319 Lafayette Ave SE property

    $1,899

    2319 Lafayette Ave SE

    3 Beds • 1.5 Baths

    1725 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 138 Kirtland St SW property

    $1,050

    138 Kirtland St SW

    2 Beds • 1 Bath

    839 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 43 Southview St SW property

    $1,200

    43 Southview St SW

    3 Beds • 1 Bath

    637 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

48 Properties Available for Rent

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
8%
7%
utilities
0.5%
2.5%
food
1.8%
1.4%
transportation
0.8%
0.8%
healthcare
8.5%
2.5%

Garfield Park Demographics

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Garfield Park Reviews

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  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 6 of 6 renters

  • Mostly Older Buildings

    No

    Say 6 of 6 renters

  • Nearby Parks

    Yes

    Say 6 of 6 renters

  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 5 of 6 renters

  • Area Has Potholes

    No

    Say 5 of 6 renters

  • Maintained Yards

    Yes

    Say 5 of 6 renters

48 Properties Available for Rent

Garfield Park Transportation

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Very Walkable

77/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Bikeable

62/100
Bike Score®

Some Transit

38/100
1 train stop, 1 other stop

MV Transportation

Other

125 Cottage Grove St SE

Conrail

Train Stop

882 Hynes Ave SW

Source: foursquare.com

Garfield Park Schools

48 Properties Available for Rent