Cutcheon & Underwood Add.
Surrounded by nature
Median $295K·Walkability 4.8/10·Schools 4.0/10
This compact stretch of tree-lined streets sits just a short walk from Cambridge Park and within arm's reach of downtown—a 10-minute drive puts you at the heart of Grand Rapids. The neighborhood clusters around older, well-maintained homes on modest lots, the kind of place where porches face the street and hardwood floors still run through living rooms; you'll find over half the area's housing stock built before 1940, giving it a settled, grounded feel. A transit stop sits mere steps away, grocery stores and restaurants scatter within easy reach (the nearest grocery just over a mile), and Reeds Lake lies not far beyond. Served by Grand Rapids Public Schools, the area draws first-time buyers and professionals who want walkable access to downtown without the steep property taxes of nearby East Grand Rapids—or you could be 20 minutes from the airport if you need it.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Reeds Lake — 1.6 mi
- 30 parks within 1 mile
- Cambridge Park: 7 min walk
- Mulick Park: 11 min walk
City MiddleHigh
- High — 4.0 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
$295K median
- Based on 3yr sales
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Cutcheon & Underwood Add.
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,003/mo
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Cambridge Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
30
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Reeds Lake
1.6 mi
Based on 24 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Median Sale Price
$295K
Based on 3yr sales
Parcels / Units
16
Median Lot Size
0.14 ac
0.14 ac – 0.30 ac
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
SAFARI SUPERMARKET LLC
+1 more
7 Mares
+1 more
Last Mile Cafe @ HUB 07
Sophisticated Gentelmen & ladies Auxiliary club
+1 more
Cambridge Park
+1 more
Mulick Park Playground
Fisk Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Hall Street trail
Hillcrest Dog Park
Unnamed bike_path
Butterworth Park Launch
The Funky Buddha Yoga Hothouse
Hall/Sylvan (EB)
+1 more
CVS Pharmacy
Ottawa Hills Public Library
+1 more
daycare
Wealthy Theater
Crime in Cutcheon & Underwood Add. is reported at the city level, not the neighborhood level. The FBI doesn't publish reliable crime rates for individual neighborhoods, and within any community crime varies street to street. For an accurate, comparable picture, see the jurisdiction-wide figures for Kent County.
Kent County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Cutcheon & Underwood Add. home (around $295,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $52k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,962 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,962/mo | $52,323 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,259/mo | $60,241 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,358/mo | $62,888 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 30-year fixed rate (current Freddie Mac average), an aggressive ~45% housing-to-income ratio (roughly what FHA underwriting can allow for a buyer with no other monthly debts — your number depends on your debts and credit), this area's median sale price, plus estimated insurance and PMI below 20% down. Not a commitment to lend, and not an APR — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Association and local-government details are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and state registries, and can change. Confirm directly with the association or municipality before relying on them.
Solar potential
~$844/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,158 kWh/yr · offsets ~59% of a typical home's use
City of Grand Rapids Water System
Regional water provider serving ~280,000 across Kent and Ottawa counties.
City of Grand Rapids Environmental Services (Water Resource Recovery Facility)
WRRF treats ~40 MGD of wastewater.
City of Grand Rapids Refuse & Recycling
City-run refuse/recycling cart program for residents.
Consumers Energy Co · ~13.7¢/kWh
Investor-owned utility serving the region.
Confirm by addressDTE Energy
DTE Gas serves much of Grand Rapids natural gas; verify by address.
Confirm by addressServices for Grand Rapids · Source: grandrapidsmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Cutcheon & Underwood Add. are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and NREL / U.S. data.gov, and can change. Electric/gas can vary by address — confirm with the provider before relying on them.
🛒 Grocery(29)
Safari Supermarket Llc
Grocery Store
bp
Grocery Store
Fannies Corner
Grocery Store
+26 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(22)
Universal Ruth Restaurant and bakery
Restaurant
Boston Soul Cafe
Restaurant
Rafi’s Mexirican Kitchen
Restaurant
Taste Of Chicago
Restaurant
7 Mares
Restaurant
+17 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(14)
+11 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(15)
Last Chance Tavern & Grill
Bar
Sophisticated Gentelmen & ladies Auxiliary club
Bar
Big Bob's Pizza
Bar
+12 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(27)
Mulick Park Elemntary School
Grand Rapids Christian Elementary School–Evergreen Campus
School
River City Scholars Charter Academy
Immaculate Heart of Mary School
+22 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(15)
Fitness Center
REVfit
Fitness Center
8th Day Gym
Fitness Center
+12 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(9)
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in Kragt Plat Area
Dog Park
+6 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(8)
Albert-Realtors Hall St. Sub. Area Trail
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
+5 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(2)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(16)
+13 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(4)
Children's Choice Learning Center at Spectrum Health Child Development Center
Childcare Center
My Little Munchkins Childcare Learning Center
Childcare Center
Tutor Time on Grand Ridge Drive
Childcare Center
+1 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(14)
+11 more within 5 miles
Frequently asked about Cutcheon & Underwood Add.
- What do homes cost in Cutcheon & Underwood Add.?
- The median home value in Cutcheon & Underwood Add. is about $295,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Cutcheon & Underwood Add.?
- Cutcheon & Underwood Add. is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Cutcheon & Underwood Add. walkable?
- Cutcheon & Underwood Add. scores 4.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.