Where some see a building, we see an opportunity.
We see potential.
We see a catalyst for growth and change.
Where some see bricks, metal, and glass, we see the future.
One that’s told one story at a time.
We see more than meets the eye.
We see a way for people to come together.
For business to grow.
For ideas to thrive.
For progress to be made.
A building may never move…
That doesn’t mean one can’t start a movement.
CWD Real Estate is a fully integrated real estate firm led by partners Sam Cummings and Dan DeVos. The company owns and operates many of the most sought-after properties in Michigan.
CWD is committed to strengthening the urban core and broader community of Grand Rapids through strategic investments that create high-quality places to live, work, and enjoy.
Together, the principals bring nearly 80 years of combined experience and a proven track record of entrepreneurship in West Michigan and beyond. Their role as long-time owners, investors, and developers gives them a unique perspective and allows them to act as trusted fiduciaries. Their ability to "think like owners" enables them to offer valuable insight into the long-term planning and integration of real estate within a balanced investment strategy.
Managing partner Sam Cummings directs the firm’s daily operations, investments, and asset management. Partner Dan DeVos is involved in CWD’s investment and development initiatives and collaborates on the company’s long-term growth strategy.