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

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property at 403 CONTRA COSTA AVE
$1,000

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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
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403 CONTRA COSTA AVE

TacomaWA98466
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2511 Locust Ave W

TacomaWA98466
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Alta University Place
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$1,652 - $3,025

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Base Rent$1,652 - $3,025
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

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

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The Duo
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$1,756 - $2,964

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Base Rent$1,756 - $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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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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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, September 09, 2026, there are currently 246 available University Place apartments priced from $1,195 to $3,597, with an average monthly rent of $2,077.

How much are Studio apartments in University Place?

There are currently 47 Studio Apartments in University Place with rent ranges from $1,450 to $1,725 with an average price of $1,569.

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 $1,195 to $2,894 with an average monthly rent of $1,806.

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 $2,214.

How expensive are University Place Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 50 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in University Place on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,916 to $3,597 - averaging $2,819 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

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Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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

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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.