7612 51st Street Ct W University Place, WA 98467

This custom built Berkshire home features hardwood floors, custom mill work and leaded glass, dual pane windows and central air-conditioning. The main level includes a dramatic double height front entry hall, a living room with gas fireplace, a dining room, a family room with custom built-ins and gas fireplace and an eat-in kitchen with a central island, granite counters and stainless appliances. The entry level also includes a half bath, a laundry room, a home office with gas fireplace and a primary suite with an updated bathroom, walk-in closet and direct access to a private deck. Three bedrooms and a full bathroom are located upstairs.

The beautifully landscaped grounds feature a fully fenced back yard with a waterfall and pond, a covered deck wired for sound and a three car attached garage.

Berkshire is a small gated community of custom homes located in University Place. Officially incorporated in 1995, University Place has particular appeal for those seeking the comfort and ease of the suburbs. The city features a number of interconnected neighborhoods served by an assortment of small and large businesses, including Trader Joe's, Harbor Greens and Whole Foods.

Additional community assets include a highly rated public school system, historic Curran Apple Orchard Park, Chambers Bay (a world class public golf course and site of the 2015 USOpen) and Charles Wright Academy, a private K-12. Most of the homes in University Place were built in the second half of the 20th century, but local housing stock also includes newer construction. University Place is an attractive option for commuters, with downtown Tacoma and Joint Base Lewis-McChord each just 15-20 minutes away by car.