University Place, Residential city in Pierce County, United States.
University Place extends over 8.51 square miles along the Puget Sound shoreline, featuring residential neighborhoods, commercial areas, and waterfront properties.
The city received its name when the University of Puget Sound purchased land along Grandview Drive in the 1800s for a campus that was never built.
The Chambers Bay golf course stands as a centerpiece of local recreation, built in Scottish links style and selected for major national tournaments.
University Place School District operates eight educational institutions, organizing grades from kindergarten through high school in separate facilities across the city.
The News Tribune and University Place Patch provide local news coverage, connecting residents with community updates and regional developments.
Location: Pierce County
Inception: 1888
Elevation above the sea: 61 m
Website: http://cityofup.com
GPS coordinates: 47.21944,-122.54167
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:51
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