First time on the market in 23 years. The original owner bought this home directly from the builder — as the model home for the neighborhood. The quality, the finishes, the layout — it was built to showcase the best the development had to offer, and it's been lovingly maintained and upgraded ever since. Set in one of University Place's most established neighborhoods, this 2,695 SF home delivers the floor plan you move to UP for: a main-floor bedroom, spacious formal entry, and an open-concept kitchen and family room built for real life. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms plus a large bonus room — flex it as a 5th bedroom, home office, or media room — give everyone the space they need. The updates are already done: newer custom shutters, newer flooring, newer heat pump, and newer water heater. South-facing exposure keeps the home bright throughout the day. The hardscaped backyard is designed for easy entertaining, the front lawn is immaculate, and the attached 2-car garage completes the package. University Place is one of Pierce County's most sought-after communities — Chambers Bay Regional Park and its world-class trails and golf right down the road. Easy commute to JBLM, Town Center, Ruston and Downtown Tacoma. Homes in this neighborhood rarely come available. Don't miss it.