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18 discussions from residents and visitors

Sarah Ruiz

Studio apartments in University Place -options?

I've been here for 5 years and Crime rate is something to consider -University Place sits at 258.2 per 100K. Household incomes average around $94,952 in University Place. With a population of 34,850, University Place is a smaller city. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Cost of livin...

5 replies 22 upvotes housing
Ella W.

Internet providers in University Place?

Hey folks, It's a a smaller city city with about 34,850 people. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The school sy...

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Noah Kelly

Best neighborhoods to rent in University Place?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a nurse at the local hospital and You can expect to pay around $1,664 for rent here. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The city has invested a...

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Hudson Phillips

Affordable areas near University Place?

Random thought, I grew up here but left for a while. Is this normal for University Place? The suburbs are where most families end up.

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Noah Kelly

Best restaurants in University Place?

Just moved here 6 months ago and Crime rate is something to consider -University Place sits at 258.2 per 100K. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. TIA! There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Night li...

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Vivian Thompson

Best and worst neighborhoods in University Place

Military spouse here. Household incomes average around $94,952 in University Place. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Cheers. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are h...

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Mackenzie Murphy

Best areas to explore in University Place?

First post here. I'm single, late 50s, and Crime rate is something to consider -University Place sits at 258.2 per 100K. Rent is about $1,664/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 6.4%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $578,100, which is pretty steep. Median household in...

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Hudson Phillips

Is University Place a good place to live?

Hi all, We have two kids and Homes are going for about $578,100 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -University Place sits at 258.2 per 100K. With a population of 34,850, University Place is a smaller city. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. The suburbs are wher...

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Gianna Cruz

Co-working spaces in University Place?

First post here. We're a young couple and You can expect to pay around $1,664 for rent here. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What neighborhoods would you suggest? I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Mateo Baker

Best coffee shops in University Place?

I'm a college student here and With a population of 34,850, University Place is a smaller city. Homes are going for about $578,100 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -University Place sits at 258.2 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. The suburbs are where most ...

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Parker T.

Rent vs buy in University Place -what makes sense?

Random thought, My family moved here when I was a kid. Poverty rate is 6.4%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $578,100 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -University Place sits at 258.2 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,664 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 2...

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Sarah Ruiz

Biggest downsides of living in University Place?

Random thought, I'm originally from Salt Lake City and The median home value here is around $578,100, which is pretty steep. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Am I wrong here?

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Ella W.

How is University Place for outdoor activities?

Hey, I grew up here but left for a while. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new development.

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Hazel Hill

Biggest downsides of living in University Place?

I'm a teacher here and Household incomes average around $94,952 in University Place. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. What would you do? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Ella W.

Just moved to University Place, any tips?

OK so Born and raised here. Crime rate is something to consider -University Place sits at 258.2 per 100K. Household incomes average around $94,952 in University Place. It's a a smaller city city with about 34,850 people. With a population of 34,850, University Place is a smaller city. The weather ta...

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Gianna Cruz

Most overrated things about University Place

Curious what people think. I'm a 35-year-old electrician and Poverty rate is 6.4%, which is pretty low. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Would love some local perspective. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

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