University Place Real Estate

University Place Real Estate

Welcome to University Place, a vibrant and picturesque community nestled in the heart of Pierce County, Washington. Known for its stunning views of the nearby Puget Sound and the majestic Mount Rainier, University Place offers residents a unique blend of natural beauty and urban convenience. This charming subdivision is not just a place to live; it’s a lifestyle choice that embraces both tranquility and accessibility.

One of the standout features of University Place is its proximity to top-notch educational institutions, including the renowned University of Puget Sound and several highly-rated public schools. Families are drawn to this area for its commitment to education and the abundance of recreational opportunities. With lush parks, scenic trails, and waterfront access, outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty of ways to enjoy the stunning Pacific Northwest landscape.

The community is also known for its friendly neighborhoods and a strong sense of belonging. Whether you're exploring the local farmer’s market, enjoying a leisurely afternoon at Chambers Bay Park, or indulging in the diverse culinary scene, University Place promises a welcoming atmosphere for all.

Conveniently located just a short drive from downtown Tacoma and close to major highways, residents enjoy easy access to urban amenities while still relishing the peace and quiet of suburban life. With a variety of housing options ranging from charming single-family homes to modern townhouses, University Place is perfect for families, young professionals, and retirees alike. Discover the charm of University Place and make it your next home!

Newest Listings in University Place

$920,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 2579356 MLS
Located in desirable University Place, this expansive two-story home with a finished basement offers refined living, exceptional versatility, and generous indoor-outdoor spaces. The large gourmet kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and seamless flow to the great room, ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The formal living room is anchored by a wood-burning fireplace with beautiful mantel and convenient wood storage. A spacious sunroom with its own 3/4 bath opens to the private, park-like backyard, creating wonderful indoor-outdoor living possibilities. The main level also features a versatile bedroom or office, adjacent 3/4 bath, and oversized laundry room with sink and abundant storage. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite features a remodeled five-piece bath and private deck, complemented by a second bedroom, 3/4 bath, and additional balcony. The finished basement offers a large bedroom, recreation room with fireplace, 3/4 bath, and extensive storage—ideal for guests or multigenerational living. Additional features include a large two-car garage and heat pump for efficient year-round comfort. Recent improvements include newer electrical panels (2024), new carpet in two bedrooms, and a replaced primary deck (2025). Set on just under 1/4 acre, beautifully landscaped grounds feature multiple seating areas and an inviting courtyard. An exceptional University Place residence offering space, style, flexibility, and privacy.

5704 69th Avenue Ct W, University Place
$675,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2581252 MLS ⋅ University Place BLDG.
Touch of Tudor ~ Gracious ~ Move-In Ready! Meticulously maintained home lives large and luminous with updated flooring, bay windows and skylights. All 4 bedrooms are generously sized: 3 fit king/queen beds; 1 fits a full. Primary suite has ample room for king bed, side & bureau pieces and includes attached bath and walk-in-closet: a true retreat! All 3 baths updated with granite, tile, custom vanities. Living room with bay window and fireplace leads to an inviting dining room with bay window; from there, step into the kitchen with granite counters & stainless appliances. Breakfast nook features slider to deck and stairs to backyard. Mature landscaping gives the oversized deck a secluded “tree house” feeling. An oversized family room opens to a separate patio. With nearly a quarter acre, there’s room for gardens, games and more. Plantation shutters and Levolor window treatments add to the home’s graciousness and comfort. Updates: new furnace/heat pump 2024 (serviced 2026); carpet 2026 (family room) & 2024 (rest of home); all baths 2021; deck treated & stained 2024. Floorplans with square footage details attached. Plenty of parking with double garage + 5 spots uncovered. Could fit RV. All-electric home; gas runs in front of property for conversions. Just minutes from UP shopping, dining and outdoor spaces like Chambers Creek and Chambers Bay, this house blends convenience, a friendly neighborhood and easy living. Just might be the right home for you!

5004 63rd Avenue W, University Place
$874,900
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2581815 MLS
Welcome home to the desirable gated Berkshire community! This beautifully appointed 5-bedroom home offers a wonderful combination of timeless character, generous living spaces and modern comfort. Soaring vaulted ceilings and beautiful hardwood floors create an impressive first impression, while abundant natural light carries throughout the home. The spacious kitchen features extensive cabinetry, ample counter space and a walk-in pantry, opening naturally to the main living areas and cozy gas fireplace. Enjoy the bright sunroom overlooking the mature, established landscaping, or retreat upstairs to the huge bonus room offering incredible flexibility for a media room, home office, playroom or additional living space. The expansive primary suite features a large walk-in closet and luxurious 5-piece bath. Central A/C, whole-house vacuum, attached 2-car garage and beautifully maintained grounds complete this exceptional home. Spacious, inviting and move-in ready—this is one you won’t want to miss.

7502 53rd Street Ct W, University Place
$569,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2580827 MLS
Mid-century charmer updated in all the right places on a huge lot (.31 acre) in the heart of U.P.! Less than a mile to Trader Joe's and Whole Foods, minutes to Chamber's Bay, one mile from coveted Curtis High School! Wood floors throughout, both bathrooms updated, spacious updated kitchen with tons of quartz counter space, gas stove, separate oven, custom pull-out pantry, 2nd large pantry, all appliances convey. Primary bedroom has TWO closets and an en suite. Gas fireplace, updated windows, new roof in 2026, new skylight in 2026, newer gas tankless hot water heater, recently painted interior, tons of storage throughout! Plenty of guest parking. 44th St. was recently improved for even greater curb appeal. Sprawling front and back yard are fully fenced. Front yard features raised beds with newly added topsoil for your spring garden. Back yard features a high quality large shed, flagstone patio, water feature, with landscaping was originally designed by a Seattle-based award winning landscape architecture. Trees have recently been wind-sailed. Turn key ready!

7211 44th Street W, University Place
$999,000
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2580866 MLS
Built by Murray Franklyn, this Ketcham Knoll home pairs quality craftsmanship and understated luxury with the updates that make everyday living more comfortable. Upgrades include a new water heater, furnace, and A/C installed in 2022, stainless steel appliances added in 2024, and a new privacy fence completed in 2026. The granite kitchen opens to a welcoming great room anchored by a gas fireplace, custom built-ins, and detailed millwork. Five true bedrooms include a flexible main-floor option for guests or a private office, while the expansive upstairs bonus room creates a separate setting for movies, play, fitness, or work. The primary suite offers a quiet retreat with custom mood lighting for relaxation, a walk-in closet, soaking tub, and dual sinks. Outside, the private, low-maintenance backyard is easy to enjoy year-round. Neighborhood parks and trails complement the setting, with Chambers Bay, Whole Foods, and University Place schools just minutes away.

4230 68th Avenue Ct W, University Place
$715,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2579564 MLS
Charming one-of-a-kind home offering 2,069 sqft of comfortable living space on more than half an acre in University Place. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home blends character with an open, functional layout designed for everyday living and entertaining. The spacious main living area features an electric fireplace + gas stove and flows into the dining space and bright kitchen, complete with crisp cabinetry, generous counter space, stainless appliances, island with waterfall edge + seating, and large pantry. A custom-built bar featuring live-edge wood sourced from the property stays with the home, along with its wine/beer fridge. Multiple living and flex spaces provide options for an office, media room, playroom, or additional lounge. The primary bedroom includes a private bath, while two additional bedrooms offer flexibility for guests or hobbies. Outside, the property truly shines with a substantial covered deck featuring a wood-burning fireplace, creating an inviting year-round outdoor living & entertaining space. The fully fenced backyard offers mature trees, garden space, terraced areas, and privacy on a secluded dead-end street. Enclosed covered parking with custom carriage doors adds function and character. Enjoy a convenient University Place location near shopping, dining, parks, Chambers Bay & Puget Sound recreation, with easy access to Tacoma, Lakewood, JBLM, and major commuter routes.

4010 82nd Avenue W, University Place
$390,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2580811 MLS ⋅ Orchard Street Condominium Association BLDG.
Welcome home to this secluded, updated condo! Enjoy new carpet, fresh paint, 2 bedrooms plus a den, 2.25 baths, and an open-concept living area with a breakfast bar perfect for entertaining. Features include a 1-car garage, off-street parking, a primary bedroom with a walk-in closet and 3/4 bath, another bedroom, den, and laundry, all conveniently located. The sliding glass doors open to a small, quiet backyard, ideal for entertaining. This Condo offers a great location that is close to shopping and top-rated schools in the area. Too many options to list; come and see it for yourself!

5115 46th Street Ct E, University Place
$675,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2579324 MLS
Some homes are finished for you. Others give you the opportunity to make them truly yours. Tucked into a desirable University Place community and offering nearly 2,500 square feet of possibility. With 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and generous living spaces, and so much storage, this is a home ready for its next chapter, and for someone with the vision to write it. Yes, there is updating to be done, but that may be exactly what makes this property so exciting. Instead of paying for someone else’s design choices, imagine choosing the finishes, colors and details that fit your own style. A newer roof provides a great head start while the interior offers the canvas for your ideas. Refresh it a little at a time or dream bigger and create the home you’ve been waiting for. And then there’s the location. University Place puts some of the South Sound’s best-loved outdoor spaces within easy reach, including Chambers Creek Regional Park and Chambers Bay, where waterfront trails, open meadows, beach access and sweeping Puget Sound scenery are part of the experience. You’ll also find local parks, shopping, dining and everyday conveniences throughout the community, with Tacoma and the surrounding South Sound close at hand. 6412 45th St W isn’t trying to be a perfectly polished flip, and that’s the opportunity. It’s a spacious University Place home with room to create, update and add your own personality. Lower level is only 1 step down.

6412 45th Street W, University Place
$685,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2578350 MLS ⋅ Roman Ridge BLDG.
First time on the market! Situated on a generous 9,000 sq ft corner lot in a highly sought-after University Place neighborhood, this charming 1983 tri-level offers 2,100 sq ft, 4 bedrooms, and 2.50 baths. Recent updates have already begun in the bathrooms and kitchen counters, leaving room for your personal touch. The main level is designed for effortless entertaining, flowing seamlessly out to a covered back patio. Upstairs features two bedrooms alongside a spacious primary suite complete with a private deck. The lower level offers an ideal secondary retreat or multi-generational setup, featuring a cozy bonus room with a fireplace, a fourth bedroom, and a full bath. Roof under 10 years old. Property sold as-is; cash or conventional financing only.

5108 60th Avenue Ct W, University Place
$459,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2578468 MLS ⋅ West Park Condominiums BLDG.
Pristine one-level, 2 bed 2 bath condo tucked away in the West Park condo community. Open living/dining room/kitchen space which makes it feel so spacious. Skylights & large bay windows flood the home with natural light and frame the gorgeous green spaces outside. The door off of the dining area leads to a private patio, perfect for entertaining. Well-appointed primary bedroom features a walk-in closet & 3/4 en suite bathroom. The second bedroom is ideal for a guest room or office/den & there is a separate full guest bath for the common area adjacent to the bedroom. Comfortable living air conditioning! Impeccably maintained community w/clubhouse, RV parking. Excellent location close to Whole Foods, Green Firs Shopping Center w/ Trader Joes & Safeway and Chambers Bay is nearby.

8014 53rd Street W, University Place
$550,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2578049 MLS
Four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a homeowner who wasn't planning on selling — so the big-ticket items are already done. The primary suite is the standout: a generous retreat with its own five-piece en suite bathroom. A large living room centers around a warm fireplace, perfect for cozy nights in. Original hardwood floors have been newly refinished throughout, with fresh flooring just installed in the kitchen. Above it all, a brand-new roof, and a recently repainted exterior using Sherwin-Williams SuperPaint with a manufacturer guarantee. An upgraded furnace covers heating, air conditioning, and air filtration in one system. Outside, this corner alley lot brings real flexibility: a large backyard with room for an ADU, plus a shop and a second outbuilding already in place — ready for hobbies, storage, or a home business. Tucked into a unique pocket of West Tacoma near University Place, you're minutes from Chambers Bay Golf Course, the trails and beach at Titlow Park, the shops and farmers market in the Proctor District, and Puget Sound views. Golf, a walk along the water, or brunch downtown — it's all close by. Recap: warm fireplace, new roof, new Sherwin-Williams SuperPaint exterior with warranty, refinished original hardwood, new kitchen flooring, Furnace with A/C and filtration, new sewer line, corner alley lot, ADU potential, shop, second outbuilding, four bedrooms, two bathrooms, five-piece primary en suite bathroom, near University Place, Tacoma.

4432 S 49th Street, Tacoma
$739,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2575955 MLS ⋅ Magnolia Estates BLDG.
Prime location, spaciousness, and opportunity await in desirable University Place Magnolia Estates! This nearly 2,400 sq. ft. NW Contemporary home offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a 0.25-acre corner lot, mature landscaping, and generous living spaces. The open floor plan features vaulted ceilings, large windows, and skylights that fill the home with natural light. The expansive layout provides comfortable living, dining, and family areas, while the large kitchen offers plenty of cabinetry and counter space. The primary bedroom features an ensuite with a jetted soaking tub, separate shower, skylight, and built-in cabinetry. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced backyard with mature landscaping, garden beds, and a covered patio perfect for year-round relaxing and entertaining. Updates include attic/crawlspace clean out with new insulation and vapor barrier, a roof ridge vent system, furnace rebuild, new hot water tank, and newer appliances. Enjoy this well-maintained home while updating it to reflect your own style. Ideally located near coveted University Place schools, parks, golf courses, shopping, dining, and other local conveniences. An opportunity to bring your vision into bloom in Magnolia Estates.

8216 50th Street Ct W, University Place
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