Alta University Place
2211 68th Avenue Ct W,
University Place, WA 98466
$1,595 - $3,374 | Studio - 3 Beds
Fircrest
Fircrest, WA
Area Guide
A beautiful, tree-lined town perfect for families
Wooded
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Suburban
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Close-Knit
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Restaurants
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Great Location
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Located only 10 minutes from Tacoma, Fircrest is known for its collection of mid-century style homes. Renters fall in love with the cottages, Craftsman, Cape Cods, and modern homes in the area. Fittingly, this suburb is filled with fir trees and lush green space. Surrounded by natural beauty, residents here are close-knit and live an active lifestyle. Families and friends throw neighborhood block parties frequently and love getting together for special events. Many of these special events such as the Annual Strawberry Feed are held at local parks such as Regents Park is a local favorite with its modern playgrounds and kickball fields. Although Fircrest has excellent natural areas, the town is also convenient to several waterfront parks like Titlow Park as well.
For convenience, there is a commercial hub located at the northwest corner of Fircrest. Residents flock to this area for restaurants, shopping, and entertainment. This hub is home to family-friendly activities including a bowling alley and roller skating rink. Although has plenty to offer, Fircrest is located near Highway 16, which makes it easy for residents to travel out of town or commute to work.
Transportation
49
Somewhat Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
39
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
326 Students
5
Wainwright Intermediate School
Public
Grades 4-8
373 Students
4
Wainwright Intermediate School
Public
Grades 4-8
373 Students
4
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Adriana Hess/Tahoma Audubon Center
- Tacoma Nature Center
- Chambers Creek Regional Park
- Chambers Creek Regional Park
- Narrows Park
Transit / Subway
Military Bases
Airports
- Seattle-Tacoma International
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