University Place received its name in the 1800s when the University of Puget Sound, a private liberal-arts college in North Tacoma, purchased land along the primary north-south route of Grandview Drive. The school sought to build a new campus there, but ended up selling the land back to the city. University Place remained an unincorporated part of Pierce County until the City of University Place was formed on August 31, 1995.
Today, University Place is largely suburban in character and functions as a mixed business and residential area with waterfront on the Puget Sound. The town is home to Curtis Senior High School and Charles Wright Academy.
In 2015, University Place and the surrounding areas were honored to host the U.S. Open at Chambers Bay golf course. A Scottish links-style course, Chambers Bay also hosted the 2010 U.S. Amateur.
University School District has 8 public schools. Elementary schools are from kindergarten through fourth grade. Intermediate schools are grades 5, 6 and 7. Junior high is from 8th to 9th grade. High school is from 10th - 12th.
University Place is also home to Whole Foods on Bridgeport Avenue.
Best Vet: Dr. Annie, Chambers Creek Veterinary
Best Chiropractor: Dr. Roundy, Atlas Family Chiropractic
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Beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath condominium in highly desirable University Place. Walking distance to Chambers Bay Golf Course with partial view of Olympic Mount...
Listing courtesy of Homestead Home Group.
Experience easy city living nestled in a quiet2 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath corner unit condo in the heart of University Place. Freshly painted throughout, this cozy, but spacious c...
Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.
Fabulous ONE-LEVEL living in the heart of University Place! You'll fall in love with this contemporary & chic rambler perfectly situated on a corner lot, updated to perfe...
Listing courtesy of Better Homes and Gardens RE PC.
An extremely rare opportunity to acquire this lot and rental agreement. The lot is right off of Bridgeport commercial zoned. The rental agreement is with Verizon Wireless...
Listing courtesy of Best Choice Realty LLC.
Day Island Living in University Place. Commanding views of Olympic Mountains, Narrows, Islands, sunsets and twinkling waterfront lights at night; not to mention saltwater...
Listing courtesy of Morrison House Sotheby's Intl.
Available, prime 28,801 SF vacant land parcel, located in the heart of University Place. This property presents an ideal location for the new construction of a professio...
Listing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate Whatcom.
Welcome home to this beautiful contemporary 4 bed, 3 full bath home with tons of modern upgrades! Main floor boasts an open concept living area with a cozy gas fireplace,...
Listing courtesy of Redfin.
Remarkable Chambers Creek Crossing home on rare 1/2 shy acre located in cul-de-sac with a greenbelt behind for privacy! On the market for the first time ever! This beauti...
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Northwest Realtors.
Investor special. Possible financing types: Cash, conventional, or rehab loan. Seller is Administrator of the Estate and has no intimate knowledge of property. No appoint...
Listing courtesy of Skyline Properties, Inc..
Updated & charming, this beautiful 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath condo is kitty corner from Chambers Bay and walking paths. Brand new luxury vinyl plank flooring runs throughout th...
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Tacoma.
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