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.
One of it's most notable residents was Pat Tillman, star linebacker for Arizona Cardinals and a 2004 Afghanistan war hero who died in the line of duty.
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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2 Bedroom Homes for Sale in University Place, WA (Average price is $683k, 3 listings as of 2/12/2017)
3-4 Bedroom Homes for Sale in University Place, WA (Average price is $962k, 11 listings as of 2/12/2017)
5+ Bedroom Homes for Sale in University Place, WA (Average price is $682k, 14 listing as of 2/12/2017)
Waterfront / Water View / Puget Sound View houses for sale in University Place, WA
Rambler near Chambers Bay! Walk to the park, & enjoy near by walking trails. Features 3 bedroom, 1.75 bath, wood burning fireplace in the living room, updated kitchen wit...
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Realty PS.
Remodeled home in University Place with newer roof, stainless steel appliances, granite kitchen counter tops, gas fireplace, bamboo flooring, covered patio, most all wind...
Listing courtesy of Bob Siska Properties.
Feel right at home in this beautifully landscaped, cozy rambler situated in the heart of University Place, minutes from Chambers Bay and Sunset Beach and a short drive to...
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Danforth.
Better than new! Here is your chance to get into the beautiful new community in the Knolls. Light filled open concept kitchen with gorgeous slab granite counters and unde...
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Tacoma.
Incredible breathtaking views of the Sound and Olympics from both levels of this extraordinary home! Stainless Steel appliances, granite counter tops, tile back splash, M...
Listing courtesy of Dupont Realty & Property Mgmt.
Welcome Home! Fantastic University Place 2-Story. Open & spacious floor plan, wonderful light & bright living rm, nice dining rm area, lovely gourmet kitchen w/eating spa...
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Tacoma.
You've GOT to walk through this great home! It defines an Open Concept floor plan. Huge Great Room functioning as Living Room & large Dining Room or use it as YOU desire...
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Bain.
Ichijo USA at the Knolls in University Place offers technological homes of contemporary design. The Oakmont, Lot 95 show cases 5 bed/2.75 bath, stop by the model for fini...
Listing courtesy of Nye Realty.
Gorgeous, gated, maintenance free property! Danbridge provides the scenic backdrop for this superbly designed 3 bed, Office Loft, 2.5 bath home. Serene master suite featu...
Listing courtesy of Windermere Chambers Bay.
The Knolls in University Place by Ichijo USA showcases technological homes of contemporary design. The Augusta on Lot 114, 2 story w/basement, 4 bed/3.25 bath. West facin...
Listing courtesy of Nye Realty.