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Apartments for Rent in University Place WA
682 Rentals Available
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Studio$1,6731 Bed$1,812+2 Beds+$2,174+Total Monthly PriceTotal Monthly Price NewPrices include base rent and required monthly fees of $80. Variable costs based on usage may apply.Base Rent:Studio$1,5931 Bed$1,732+2 Beds+$2,094+2 Months Free
Pets Allowed Fitness Center Pool In Unit Washer & Dryer Clubhouse Controlled Access Elevator
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1 Bed$1,383+2 Beds$1,785+Total Monthly PriceTotal Monthly Price NewPrices include base rent and required monthly fees of $33. Variable costs based on usage may apply.Base Rent:1 Bed$1,350+2 Beds$1,752+1 Month Free
Fitness Center Pool Dishwasher In Unit Washer & Dryer Clubhouse Business Center
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University Place Market Snapshot
Average 1-Bedroom Rent is $1,489/mo
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Total Monthly Price New2 Beds$1,850+Total Monthly Price12 Month LeasePrices include required monthly fees of $50 - $100.Base Rent:2 Beds$1,800 -
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Explore Rent Prices Near University Place, WA
University Place, WA’s average rent price is $1,470 per month. Compare rent prices and available listings in nearby cities to find better value or more options that fit your budget.
| Average Rent | |
|---|---|
| Fircrest | $1,722 |
| Lakewood | $1,422 |
| Steilacoom | $1,272 |
| Tacoma | $1,685 |
| Gig Harbor | $1,887 |
Average Monthly Rent is calculated using the average rent of active one-bedroom apartment listings.
University Place, WA Apartments for Rent
University Place gets its name from a 19th-century plan by the University of Puget Sound to build a campus along Grandview Drive — the school never arrived, but the name stayed. Tucked into Pierce County about six miles west of Tacoma, the city sits along the Puget Sound with views of the Olympic Mountains and Mount Rainier, giving it a distinct Pacific Northwest character that feels both settled and scenic. Chambers Bay Golf Course, which has hosted major PGA events, anchors much of the western shoreline alongside Chambers Creek Regional Park, where trails trace the waterfront through open green space.
The city incorporated in 1995 and has grown into a self-contained community with its own schools, retail corridors, and local parks, including the beloved Curran Apple Orchard. Tacoma's museums, arts scene, and employment centers are a short drive east, making University Place a practical base without feeling like a suburb that depends entirely on a larger neighbor. The housing mix spans single-family homes, townhomes, and apartment communities ranging from no-frills to waterfront-adjacent, with options that suit a range of budgets. Renters looking for a quieter coastal setting within reach of a mid-sized city will find University Place a genuinely grounded place to call home.
University Place, WA Rental Insights
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The average rent in University Place, WA is $1,489 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,640, which means housing in University Place, WA is slightly less expensive than much of the country.
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You can find flexible rentals in University Place, WA by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.
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Tour apartments from your couch with Matterport 3D Tours. We have 682 University Place apartments with virtual tours available. Walk through the apartment, view room layouts and get a feel for the space before an in-person tour.
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University Place, WA has limited transit options. A car is recommended for most errands and commutes.
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Students renting in University Place, WA have access to Tacoma Community College, Clover Park Technical College, Pierce College Fort Steilacoom, and University of Puget Sound.