Apartments for Rent in the University Place Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA (246 Rentals)

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Alta University Place
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$1,757 - $3,176
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Alta University Place

2211 68th Avenue Ct WUniversity Place, WA 98466
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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The Duo
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$1,601 - $2,964
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The Duo

4201 Bridgeport Way WUniversity Place, WA 98466
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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University Place, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Tour smarter and choose with confidence. Get the essential 18 questions that reveal the truth about a rental property's maintenance, utilities, and safety.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States, including Tacoma. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

When renting for a family with young ones, location matters. Amongst all of the submarkets in Tacoma, this residential area has risen to be one of the A-list neighborhoods for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, and access to highly-rated schools.

Outdoors Rating

For some, access to parks and greenspace is critically important. This section of town is a highly-rated area of town for having the outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Pet Friendly Rating

Does your family raise dogs and cats? this part of town ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about University Place

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the University Place area of Tacoma, WA?

As of today, July 26, 2026, there are currently 246 available University Place apartments priced from $1,300 to $3,597, with an average monthly rent of $2,111.

How much are Studio apartments in University Place?

There are currently 48 Studio Apartments in University Place with rent ranges from $1,395 to $1,832 with an average price of $1,576.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom University Place Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in University Place ranges from $1,300 to $2,649 with an average monthly rent of $1,866.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in University Place cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in University Place range from $1,395 to $3,480. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,295.

How expensive are University Place Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 48 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in University Place on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,916 to $3,597 - averaging $2,727 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.