--- title: "Garfield Park" url: https://www.heregrandrapids.com/garfield-park/ date: 2026-06-22T16:15:08-04:00 modified: 2026-06-22T16:15:08-04:00 author: "" site: "HERE Grand Rapids" attribution: "HERE Grand Rapids" --- # Garfield Park *Source: [HERE Grand Rapids](https://www.heregrandrapids.com/garfield-park/) — June 22, 2026 by * Kent County · Community # Garfield Park A diverse, affordable southeast neighborhood anchored by Garfield Park's 128-acre greenspace and a community committed to revitalization and civic engagement. Garfield Park — 128-acre city park with trails, pool, athletic fields, and community center Diverse, multicultural community with strong neighborhood association Affordable housing stock relative to other parts of the southeast side ### Quick Facts ZIP49507 CategoryCommunity Platted1915 Main CorridorDivision Ave SE / Garfield Ave SE corridor CountyKent County ### At A Glance Walkability55/100 Commute12 minutes to downtown Grand Rapids InterstateUS-131 via Division Ave, 2 miles west VibeAffordable, diverse, park-adjacent — Grand Rapids' southeast community investment story Best ForFirst-time homebuyers, families seeking greenspace and affordable housing in southeast Grand Rapids ### Got A Tip? News, real estate moves, or business happenings in Garfield Park? Send a tip — anonymous OK. [Submit a Tip](/submit-a-tip/) ### Own This Neighborhood Your Name Here Your Brokerage · Grand Rapids, MI 📞(864) 555-0100 ✉you@yoursite.com 🌐yoursite.com $149/mo · Sponsor Garfield Park [Become The Sponsor →](/sponsor-a-neighborhood/) ## Location Garfield Park is located in southeast Grand Rapids, generally south of Burton Street and west of Eastern Avenue, centered on Garfield Avenue SE and the namesake park. [**Open Garfield Park in Google Maps →**42.9281° N, 85.6535° W · ZIP 49507](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=42.9281,-85.6535) ## Character Garfield Park is a working-class, diverse southeast neighborhood with a strong community development presence. The neighborhood's 128-acre park provides exceptional greenspace access, including a community center, outdoor pool, and athletic facilities. Housing is primarily early to mid-20th century bungalows and two-flats. ## History Garfield Park developed in the early 20th century as a southeast Grand Rapids residential neighborhood. The city park was established as part of a broader parks system expansion in the Progressive Era. The neighborhood has experienced demographic change over the decades and is currently a focus of community development and investment efforts. 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