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University Place Home Updated to Perfection

Kelli+Jo Hjalseth • September 11, 2025

Spacious living, a prime University Place location, and smart updates all await with this impeccably maintained home-sweet-home. The 1,654-square-foot layout offers an inviting backdrop for all that life brings your way, and in addition to 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, discover generous living areas alongside a stunning kitchen. Lovely and low-maintenance outdoor space awaits as well, along with a pristine 2-car garage that promises convenience. Located at 4605 73rd Avenue Ct W University Place, WA 98466 and right down the street from Bridgeport Way, this University Place home is listed for $599,950. 

Radiating comfort and warmth, this dialed-in beauty has not only been gently lived in over the years, but several smart updates ensure you can move right in. Extra care has been given to this home’s design: Large windows along with 9 skylights ensure this gem is filled with cheerful, rejuvenating natural light. Numerous upgrades have been made to fixtures, lighting, and window coverings throughout, and another highlight includes the abundance of storage and organized closets. This UP home checks all of the boxes! 

In the open-concept living and dining room, a free-standing gas stove at the center of it all promises cozy fall evenings and everyday comfort. Gather with loved ones in the dining area and catch up after a long day, and afterwards, kick back, relax, and unwind in the living area. Another generous dining space awaits by the kitchen, and this impeccably curated space is a true masterpiece! Precision custom cabinets, Corian tops, Marmoleum floors, unique storage solutions, and beautifully maintained appliances offer ease and efficiency day in and day out. Modern function meets timeless style! 

One of this home’s top benefits include all of the flexibility that can be enjoyed with a total of 4 bedrooms. If you have extra space, you can finally create the home office, hobby room, or gym you’ve always wanted. And even more versatility beckons from the spotless 2-car garage that includes a Bosch washer and dryer. 

In the backyard, a sprawling deck is ready to be transformed into your private getaway. Set up comfy outdoor furniture for hosting and lounging out in the fresh air, and have fun decorating the space. There’s also plenty of opportunity for gardening—create lovely flower arrangements to enjoy in flower pots or even build raised garden beds. No matter what your plans for the future are, you can move right into this well-maintained and refreshed beauty and begin your next chapter from day 1! 

What Is It Like to Live in University Place, Washington? 


At 4605 73rd Avenue Ct W University Place, WA 98466, you’re in an incredibly convenient location just down the street from Bridgeport Way. A long list of amenities and attractions are merely minutes away; Trader Joe’s, Safeway, Whole Foods, Harbor Greens, several restaurants, services, shops, schools, and much more are all less than 4 minutes from home. Chambers Bay is also a quick 4-minute drive away—this extraordinary waterfront destination features a golf course, trails, a playground, beach access, and more. 


Would you like to learn more about this home for sale in University Place, Washington? Contact Kelli Jo Hjalseth here and Sharon Benson here!


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Picturesque Vintage Charm in Tacoma’s Proctor District

By Kelli Jo Hjalseth • March 31, 2026
Perched along a sidewalk-lined street and in a truly enviable North Tacoma location, this 1917-built home is in the heart of the Proctor District. Everything from schools and entertainment options to dining and shopping are just blocks away, and a strong community spirit is brought to life through fun annual events and

Build Your Forever Home: Ruston Property with Unobstructed Views

By Kelli Jo Hjalseth • March 26, 2026
Perfectly positioned in a prime Ruston location, this buildable lot offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! Prepped and ready with utilities at the street, this 6,450-square-foot lot awaits your vision. Design the forever home you’ve been dreaming about, and bring your ultimate vision of home-sweet-home to life! Enviable views line the horizon—admire the city lights of Seattle and Browns Point, enjoy the natural beauty of the Cascades and Olympic mountains, and take in the activity of the Vashon ferry and Quartermaster Harbor. Located at 5313 N Commercial Street Ruston, WA 98407 in a prime neighborhood just blocks to Point Ruston, the waterfront, and more, this property is listed for $625,000.

Refreshed North Tacoma Treasure

By Kelli Jo Hjalseth • March 26, 2026
Replete with vintage details and refreshed from the inside out, this 2,334-square-foot home in North Tacoma is an absolute delight to arrive home to time and time again. Thoughtful updates include a brand new bathroom, and lovingly maintained spaces throughout await your personal touch. Even more possibilities await in the large unfinished basement, and this generous corner lot has enough room to build a DADU one day! Perfectly positioned in North Tacoma, this home is also just blocks to the heart of the Proctor District, Old Town, 6th Ave, University of Puget Sound, and more. Located at 1901 N Union Avenue Tacoma, WA 98406, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is listed for $625,000.