Area guide · Pierce County
Living in University Place, WA
University Place is a city west of Tacoma along Puget Sound. It is mostly residential, with Sound views in some areas and Chambers Bay, the public golf course that hosted the 2015 U.S. Open.
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At a glance
What is University Place like?
University Place, often called UP, has established neighborhoods, a town-center area, and waterfront parkland at Chambers Bay. It sits between Tacoma, Lakewood, and the Tacoma Narrows.
- TypeIncorporated city, Pierce County
- SchoolsUniversity Place School District for most addresses; confirm by address
- Main routesSR 16, I-5 via Tacoma
- NearbyTacoma, Lakewood, Fircrest
University Place questions
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Which school district serves University Place?
Most of University Place is in the University Place School District. Confirm by address.
What is Chambers Bay?
Chambers Bay is a Pierce County public golf course and park on Puget Sound in University Place. It hosted the 2015 U.S. Open.
Are there view homes in University Place?
Some neighborhoods have views of Puget Sound and the Olympics. Views can change with trees and new construction, so look at each property in person.
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