Garfield Place: Coffee Runs, Campus Energy, and a Classic Midland Rhythm

About Garfield Place

Mornings in Garfield Place tend to start with quick, familiar stops close to home—Kafeology is about a third of a mile away for an easy caffeine grab, and it’s just as common to see neighbors duck into Midland Yoga Works or Kinetics Fitness Studio before the day really heats up. Within this pocket of ZIP 79705, daily life feels tied to nearby campuses and everyday errands, with Natural Grocers roughly a mile out and Market Street close behind when the week calls for a full cart instead of a convenience stop.

This part of Midland carries a lived-in, residential feel that sits comfortably among some of the city’s most recognizable nearby enclaves. With Polo Club, Polo Park, and Barrett practically next door, Garfield Place reads as a central, connected residential area rather than a far-flung subdivision. That sense of being “in the middle of it” shows up in the way residents mix weekday routine with easy weeknight outings—The Blue Door is only about 0.4 miles away, so meeting friends for a drink doesn’t require a big plan.

Housing here reflects a stable, ownership-leaning community in the surrounding ZIP, where about 71.2% of residents own their homes. The typical value in the area lands around $351,700, which helps explain the steady stream of buyers who want a neighborhood that feels established but still close to Midland’s everyday conveniences. The broader area’s median household income of $105,310 and a median age of 32.5 also shape the vibe—this tends to be a place where young professionals and growing households are actively setting roots, not just passing through.

Schools are a major part of the neighborhood’s identity, especially with Midland ISD as the local district and several highly rated options nearby. EARLY COLLEGE H S AT MIDLAND COLLEGE, rated A and only about a mile away, gives the area a distinctly academic edge, and families often recognize elementary names like Santa Rita El close by at roughly 0.8 miles.

Garfield Place fits into Midland as a practical, close-in neighborhood where most of life happens within a short drive: weekday commuting patterns lean heavily car-based in the wider ZIP, and the upside is that after work, you’re back near your favorite coffee counters, grocery runs, and low-key spots like The Patio Drafthouse for an easy dinner-and-a-pint kind of evening.

Living in Garfield Place

Living around Garfield Place in 79705 means your routine can stay tight and efficient, especially if you like to keep errands, workouts, and quick meals close to home. On a typical weekday, it’s easy to work a coffee stop into the schedule—Kafeology sits about 0.3 miles away, and there’s no shortage of familiar chains and local counters nearby like Twelve Gate Coffee, Coffee Jon, and Dutch Bros Coffee within a couple of miles. That concentration of everyday stops gives the area a “few minutes and I’m there” kind of convenience that residents come to rely on.

The housing market in this part of Midland reflects a neighborhood where people tend to buy and stay. In the surrounding ZIP, homeownership runs about 71.2%, and values hover around $351,700, which often translates to buyers looking for a long-term fit rather than a short-term stepping stone. Rentals are present too—median gross rent in the area sits at $1,433 per month—so you’ll also see residents who start close to Midland College and nearby schools and then transition into ownership when timing is right.

Schools are one of the clearest day-to-day anchors. Midland ISD serves the neighborhood, and families often talk about the convenience of having Santa Rita El close by at around 0.8 miles. For older students, the pull of EARLY COLLEGE H S AT MIDLAND COLLEGE—an A-rated high school about a mile away—adds a distinctive “campus-adjacent” feel to the area. Other nearby A-rated options like Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory El and Young Women’s Leadership Academy widen the conversation for families who are choosing a school fit as much as a house.

Weekends around Garfield Place tend to revolve around practical outings and meetups rather than long drives across town. Grocery runs are straightforward with Natural Grocers about a mile away, Market Street roughly 1.2 miles away, and H-E-B close to 2 miles for bigger hauls. When it’s time to socialize, it’s easy to keep it local—Torino's PIzza Bar is under 2 miles, The Cattle Dog Tavern sits just over 2 miles, and The Patio Drafthouse makes for a comfortable, familiar spot when you want a casual night out.

The wider ZIP’s demographics also shape the neighborhood’s feel: about 21.1% of residents are under 18, the median age is 32.5, and around 41.0% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, which shows up in how often school choice, youth schedules, and career commutes drive the weekly rhythm. Most residents in the area drive alone for work, so having so many daily needs clustered nearby helps keep the “after work” window open for fitness classes, a quick stop at Market Street, or meeting friends at The Blue Door without turning it into an all-evening trek.

Things to Do Near Garfield Place

Garfield Place sits in a part of Midland where “going out” can be as simple as choosing which direction to drive for ten minutes or less. For an easy night close to home, The Blue Door is about 0.4 miles away, and The Patio Drafthouse around 1.5 miles is a go-to when you want something casual that still feels like an outing. Torino's PIzza Bar nearby adds a relaxed dinner option that doesn’t require crossing town.

Daytime amenities lean heavily practical and routine-friendly. Kafeology is close enough for a quick run, and the area is stacked with other caffeine options like Twelve Gate Coffee and Coffee Jon within about a mile and a half. Errands are similarly straightforward with Natural Grocers about 1 mile away, Market Street around 1.2 miles, and H-E-B near 2 miles. If your idea of self-care is movement, it’s hard to beat having Midland Yoga Works, Kinetics Fitness Studio, and Fit For Life within roughly half a mile of home.

Neighborhoods Near Garfield Place

Garfield Place is surrounded by a tight ring of well-known Midland neighborhoods, which is part of why it feels so connected. Polo Club and Polo Park are essentially next door at about 0.1 and 0.2 miles, so it’s common for residents to think of this area as a continuous residential patchwork rather than isolated subdivisions. Barrett is similarly close, reinforcing that “close-in” feel when you’re navigating local streets and daily stops.

A little farther out, neighborhoods like Plantation Hills, Whitman, and Hatfield sit within about half a mile to 0.6 miles, giving buyers options if they want to stay in the same general part of town while dialing in a slightly different streetscape or home style. North Williams, Whitburn Estates, Vista West, Discovery, and North Town are all within about a mile, which matters in real life because school choices, shopping habits, and favorite hangouts like The Blue Door or Market Street often overlap across these nearby areas.

Local Resources Near Garfield Place

For day-to-day community services, residents around Garfield Place have several practical resources close by. Midland County Public Libraries are nearby at about 0.7 miles, with additional library access around 1.9 miles, which is helpful for after-school study time and weekend checkouts. When it comes to school administration and enrollment needs, Midland ISD serves the neighborhood, and Midland Isd offices are roughly 3.8 miles away.

Property and tax-related tasks are also fairly centralized. The Midland Central Appraisal District is about 3.7 miles away, and the Midland County Tax Assessor is around 2.2 miles away, which can simplify homestead exemption questions or ownership updates after a purchase. For public safety and emergency needs, Midland Fire Department Station 3 sits about 3.1 miles away, and Midland Memorial Hospital-ER is roughly 3.4 miles from the neighborhood.

For county-level services, Midland County Courthouse locations are listed around 3.9 and 4.1 miles away, and law enforcement resources like the Midland Police Department and Midland County Sheriff are a short drive beyond that. A USPS location around 1.9 miles helps keep everyday mail and package routines easy for residents in 79705.

Frequently Asked Questions About Garfield Place

Is Garfield Place a good place to live?

Garfield Place appeals to people who want a close-in Midland routine with daily conveniences clustered nearby. In ZIP 79705, the typical home value is about $351,700 and the area’s median household income is $105,310, which aligns with a community where many residents are putting down roots—homeownership runs around 71.2%. Day to day, you’re close to practical stops like Natural Grocers and Market Street, and you can meet friends at The Blue Door without making a long drive. The local school landscape through Midland ISD, including A-rated options nearby, adds to the neighborhood’s overall livability for households planning ahead.

Is Garfield Place safe?

Specific neighborhood crime statistics weren’t provided, so it’s best to evaluate safety the way locals do in Midland: by paying attention to street-by-street feel, lighting, and how active the area is during normal hours. Garfield Place benefits from being in a well-traveled part of 79705 with plenty of nearby businesses and routines that keep people out and about, from coffee runs at Kafeology to evenings at The Patio Drafthouse. For public safety resources, the Midland Police Department is about 3.5 miles away, and Midland Fire Department Station 3 is roughly 3.1 miles away. When you tour homes, ask about neighborhood watch habits and talk with nearby residents about their day-to-day comfort levels.

How are the schools in Garfield Place?

Garfield Place is served by Midland ISD, and one of the standouts nearby is EARLY COLLEGE H S AT MIDLAND COLLEGE, an A-rated high school about 1 mile away with an enrollment of 365. For younger grades, Santa Rita El is very close at roughly 0.8 miles and serves EE–06, while other nearby options include Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory El (A-rated) and James Bowie Fine Arts Academy (B-rated). Families also consider Young Women’s Leadership Academy (A-rated) for grades 06–12. With multiple campuses within a few miles, many buyers use school programming and commute time to campus as a key part of choosing the right block in 79705.

What is the cost of living in Garfield Place?

Garfield Place sits in an area where the overall cost of living index is 91.9, using a scale where 100 equals the U.S. average. That means day-to-day costs overall tend to run lower than the national benchmark. Housing is a big reason: the housing index is 66.7, which points to housing costs that are notably below the U.S. average, while goods come in closer to typical at 93.7 and utilities at 95.2. Property taxes are an important part of the budget in Midland. The city property tax rate is $0.3480 per $100 of valuation, the county rate is $0.1214 per $100, and the Midland ISD rate is $0.8415 per $100. Combined, the estimated property tax rate is $1.3109 per $100 valuation. It’s also worth remembering that Texas has no state income tax, so many households weigh higher property taxes against the lack of a state income tax when comparing monthly and annual costs.

Is Garfield Place good for families?

For families, Garfield Place’s biggest strengths are how close it sits to schools, everyday errands, and after-school activities. In the surrounding ZIP, about 21.1% of residents are under 18, so youth schedules are a real part of the neighborhood rhythm. Midland ISD serves the area, with Santa Rita El roughly 0.8 miles away and A-rated options like EARLY COLLEGE H S AT MIDLAND COLLEGE about a mile away for older students. Day-to-day convenience also helps parents—Natural Grocers is about 1 mile away, Market Street is around 1.2 miles, and fitness options like Midland Yoga Works are close for squeezing in a workout between school pickup and dinner. For emergencies, Midland Memorial Hospital-ER is about 3.4 miles away.

What is Garfield Place known for?

Garfield Place is known less for a single headline attraction and more for its lived-in Midland convenience in the heart of 79705. It’s the kind of neighborhood where you can keep routines local—coffee at Kafeology, a grocery run to Market Street or Natural Grocers, and an easy meet-up at The Blue Door—without feeling cut off from the rest of town. Its identity is also shaped by nearby education options through Midland ISD, including the presence of EARLY COLLEGE H S AT MIDLAND COLLEGE about a mile away, which gives the area a distinct “school-and-campus nearby” energy. Being bordered closely by Polo Club and Polo Park reinforces the sense that this is part of a central, well-known residential corridor in Midland.

What are things to do near Garfield Place?

Near Garfield Place, most outings are simple and close to home. For drinks and casual hangs, The Blue Door is only about 0.4 miles away, and you’ve also got The Patio Drafthouse within about 1.5 miles and The Cattle Dog Tavern a little over 2 miles. If you prefer a quick coffee-and-catch-up, Kafeology is nearby, with other options like Twelve Gate Coffee and Coffee Jon within a short drive. Shopping and errands can double as something to do, since Market Street and Natural Grocers are close, and bigger runs to H-E-B, Target, or Walmart Supercenter are all within a few miles. Fitness-minded residents often build plans around studios like Midland Yoga Works and Kinetics Fitness Studio close to the neighborhood.

What ZIP code is Garfield Place in?

Garfield Place is in ZIP code 79705. This ZIP also covers a broader area of Midland where many of the nearby schools and everyday amenities are located.

Interested in Homes in Garfield Place?

If you’re considering Garfield Place, a local Midland agent can help you compare nearby pockets like Polo Park or Plantation Hills while keeping school options like EARLY COLLEGE H S AT MIDLAND COLLEGE in view. Reach out for a tailored shortlist based on your commute, budget, and the places you’ll actually use every week.