Underwoods Add.
Surrounded by nature
Median $368K·Walkability 5.2/10·Schools 4.0/10
It's a 32-acre subdivision where the lots run tight—about a fifth of an acre each—which means homes cluster close enough that you're never far from a neighbor's porch, yet downtown Grand Rapids sits just 9 minutes away by car. The median home value lands around $349K, and the nearest grocery, coffee shop, and restaurant are all within a mile, making errands short work. What really anchors this place is location: a transit stop is steps away, Martin Luther King Jr. Park is a 10-minute walk, and there are eight parks within a mile total. The River City Scholars Charter Academy serves the area, while the broader Southeast End context offers walkable streets and the kind of urban-suburban mix that appeals to first-time buyers who want downtown convenience without the price tag that comes with it.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Reeds Lake — 1.8 mi
- 40 parks within 1 mile
- Martin Luther King Jr. Park: 12 min walk
- Oakdale Gardens: 13 min walk
$368K median
- 1 recent sale
Walkable for daily errands
- Fuller/Temple (SB): 3 min walk
- 18 places within a 10 min walk
Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Underwoods Add.
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,495/mo
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Martin Luther King Jr. Park
0.5 mi
Parks Nearby
40
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Reeds Lake
1.8 mi
Recent Sale Price
$368K
1 recent sale
Parcels / Units
206
Median Lot Size
0.14 ac
4326 sq ft – 0.78 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
MUDPENNY Roastery
Sophisticated Gentelmen & ladies Auxiliary club
+1 more
Martin Luther King Jr. Park
+1 more
Martin Luther King Jr. 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
Fuller/Temple (SB)
+1 more
CVS Pharmacy
Ottawa Hills Public Library
+1 more
daycare
Wealthy Theater
Based on 24 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 8/10
School District: River City Scholars Charter Academy
Crime in Underwoods 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 Underwoods Add. home (around $367,500) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $65k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,433 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,433/mo | $64,874 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,801/mo | $74,698 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,924/mo | $77,977 |
Estimates use a 6.43% 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 an APR or a commitment to lend — 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 Underwoods 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(27)
7 Mares
Restaurant
Rafi’s Mexirican Kitchen
Restaurant
Taste Of Chicago
Restaurant
Boston Soul Cafe
Restaurant
Universal Ruth Restaurant and bakery
Restaurant
+22 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(19)
+16 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(15)
Sophisticated Gentelmen & ladies Auxiliary club
Bar
Last Chance Tavern & Grill
Bar
The Derby
Bar
+12 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(27)
Alexander Elementary School (Closed 2011)
School
River City Scholars Charter Academy
Grand Rapids Public Schools
Campus Elementary School
School
Campus Elementary School (Grand Rapids Public School)
School
+22 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(13)
Fitness Center
REVfit
Fitness Center
8th Day Gym
Fitness Center
+10 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
Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park
Dog Park
+6 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(7)
Albert-Realtors Hall St. Sub. Area Trail
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
+4 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(17)
+14 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
🏥 Hospitals(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(14)
+11 more within 5 miles
Frequently asked about Underwoods Add.
- What do homes cost in Underwoods Add.?
- The median home value in Underwoods Add. is about $367,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Underwoods Add. housing market?
- there are 3 homes for sale in Underwoods Add. right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Underwoods Add.?
- Underwoods Add. is served by River City Scholars Charter Academy. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Underwoods Add. walkable?
- Underwoods Add. scores 5.2/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.