One of three cities that make up the Capital District (along with Schenectady and Albany), Troy is a historic New York town that borders the Hudson River. Offering up some of the best Victorian architecture in town, along with some of the cheapest apartments in the district, Troy has a funky charm and eclectic vibe all its own. If you’ve set your sites on becoming a Trojan and are searching for rentals in the fine city of Troy, take a gander at our apartment listings and find the brownstone, studio or 2BR walk-up apartment that’s just right for you.
Home to two major colleges, Russell Sage College and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, many of Troy’s residents are college-age; however, they don’t rule the population here
Troy, New York
One of three cities that make up the Capital District (along with Schenectady and Albany), Troy is a historic New York town that borders the Hudson River. Offering up some of the best Victorian architecture in town, along with some of the cheapest apartments in the district, Troy has a funky charm and eclectic vibe all its own. If you’ve set your sites on becoming a Trojan and are searching for rentals in the fine city of Troy, take a gander at our apartment listings and find the brownstone, studio or 2BR walk-up apartment that’s just right for you.
Home to two major colleges, Russell Sage College and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, many of Troy’s residents are college-age; however, they don’t rule the population here. In fact, the downtown Victorians, northern scenery and the walkable atmosphere have lured in artists, professionals, retirees and even movie directors, who stop, stare and maybe even decide to rent here.
Though renting an apartment in Troy is definitely affordable, it’s anything but typical. Along with the amazing architecture and urban setting comes a wide range of rental prices and apartment options. Standard rent rates in a brownstone or walk-up building are generally unheard of and it’s likely that what you pay isn’t what your neighbor pays each month. Living in the heart of downtown (close to RPI campus) in a brownstone could mean paying between $350-$925 for a studio (utilities included). A 1 BR in the heart of Troy will set you back about $490-$525 and a 3 BR will fall somewhere between $700-$825, depending. These apartments usually feature hardwood floors, city views, and walking proximity to stores, bars, nightlife, campus, etc. The further you get from downtown, the more residential apartments tend to be. Complete with walking trails and nature views, 1BR ($670) and 2 BR ($793) in Troy are affordable and easy to come by.
While Troy is loved for its plethora of cheap apartments, there are a few newer/restored buildings with work/live options where rent can set you back. If "budget" isn’t a term you use and luxury living is your middle name, a place like The Conservatory, where you can rent a 1 BR with a garage, upgraded EVERYTHING for $1400 a month, is for you.
Because the city is home to the collegiate kind, there is always an apartment special in town and finding a cheap yet cozy apartment is easy. Deposits start around $200 but can be as much as one month’s rent or they may be waived altogether in the name of a move-in special. Cable and/or internet are standard features included in most Troy apartment rentals and typical perks include fitness centers, walking trails and 24-hour maintenance. One thing you will find here, as with much of New York, is that many of the apartment buildings in Troy are smoke-free. If you want to light up, you have to go outside. As for pets, cats and dogs are welcome in many rentals with a deposit, though for some reason cats tend to get more love here in Troy.
Troy is a city where there is always a festival, parade, stroll or trot happening. Troy is an old city with a young heart, waiting for you to dive in and call yourself a Trojan. Start searching through the listings and find your new apartment today!
