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University Place, WA REAL ESTATE & HOMES FOR SALE

ABOUT THE AREA

University Place blends refined suburban living with waterfront accessibility and excellent community amenities. Set along the Puget Sound, the city combines peaceful neighborhoods, a vibrant mixed-use retail zone, quality schools, and recreational highlights like a top-tier golf course—all adding to its suburban appeal.

The housing market is solid and buyer interest is consistently strong. As of mid-2025, median sale prices lie between $650,000 and $700,000, with modest annual appreciation supporting steady growth. Homes generally move quickly, with average days on the market around 11 to 17 days, and a balanced pace that keeps competition manageable.

Buyers choose University Place for its walkable feel, access to transit and employment centers, and blend of historic charm with modern development. The balance of lifestyle, convenience, and strength in value positions it as a compelling option for long-term homeowners and investors alike.

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Schools In The Area

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Drum Intermediate School 253-566-5660 public 5-7
Narrows View Intermediate School 253-566-5630 public 5-7
Chambers Elementary School 253-566-5650 public KG-4
Sunset Elementary School 253-566-5640 public PK-4
Curtis Junior High School 253-566-5670 public 8-9
Evergreen Elementary School 253-566-5680 public KG-4
University Place Elementary School 253-566-5620 public KG-4
Curtis Senior High School 253-566-5710 public 10-12
Charles Wright Academy 253-620-8315 private PK-12 Website
Heritage Christian School 253-564-6276 private PK-8 Website
Montessori in Motion 253-565-3080 private PK-KG Website
Sunset Elementary School 253-566-5640 public PK-4
Charles Wright Academy 253-620-8315 private PK-12 Website
Heritage Christian School 253-564-6276 private PK-8 Website
Montessori in Motion 253-565-3080 private PK-KG Website
Chambers Elementary School 253-566-5650 public KG-4
Sunset Elementary School 253-566-5640 public PK-4
Evergreen Elementary School 253-566-5680 public KG-4
University Place Elementary School 253-566-5620 public KG-4
Charles Wright Academy 253-620-8315 private PK-12 Website
Heritage Christian School 253-564-6276 private PK-8 Website
Montessori in Motion 253-565-3080 private PK-KG Website
Drum Intermediate School 253-566-5660 public 5-7
Narrows View Intermediate School 253-566-5630 public 5-7
Curtis Junior High School 253-566-5670 public 8-9
Charles Wright Academy 253-620-8315 private PK-12 Website
Heritage Christian School 253-564-6276 private PK-8 Website
Curtis Senior High School 253-566-5710 public 10-12
Charles Wright Academy 253-620-8315 private PK-12 Website

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