Troy University helps make its namesake city of more than 17,000 a cultural hub in southeastern Alabama, and the city's historic downtown is the backdrop for the arts, with festivals like TroyFest and Pike Peddlers Storytelling Festival. “We call the town center ‘The Square,’ and pretty much everything happens around The Square,” says Troy resident and Realtor Sharon Lea Langford with Porch Light Real Estate. “During [college] football season, we have a ton of events like band parties and the homecoming parade; we also have antique car shows and a huge Christmas parade—everything happens in The Square.”
Troy, Alabama, proudly hosts Troy University, a vibrant institution that fosters education and innovation in the heart of our community.
The town square in Troy, Alabama, is a place where locals can come together to enjoy each other's company and relax.
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Education and manufacturing
Troy is a college town, and the education and retail services that support the community and its students are major industry sectors here. Manufacturing and information services are also important. “Many of our manufacturers are highly recruiting outside of Troy, and it’s bringing many people into Troy right now,” Langford says.
Sikorsky is a highly regarded aviation company located in Troy, Alabama.
Wiley Sanders is a large manufacturing plant located in Troy, Alabama.
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Troy offers older homes and contemporary subdivisions
The median sale price in Troy is $280,000, a little more than half the national number. Most of the community’s housing comprises older homes built between the mid-to-late 20th century. As the city expands from its center, subdivisions with contemporary homes are available. “There’s a lot of new construction happening right now,” Langford says. “Stone Martin and DR Horton are two builders developing hundreds of homes just outside town to accommodate all the newcomers.” Close to campus are apartments for student housing, with an average rent price of $600 per month.
Historic homes constitute a significant portion of the housing market in Troy, Alabama.
Troy Alabama offers many single family homes.
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Top ranking Troy University
Students may attend Troy City Schools, which earns an overall B-minus grade from Niche. The small district has three schools: Troy Elementary, Charles Henderson Middle and Charles Henderson High. The high school offers dual enrollment classes for grades 10 through 12 at Troy University.
Since its founding in 1887, Troy University has been an anchor for the city. Today, the school offers nearly 200 undergraduate and graduate programs and features certificate and online courses. US News & World Report ranks Troy University among the Top 20 Public Universities in the South. The university’s Trojan Center Theater is also home to the Pike Piddlers Storytelling Festival, which showcases traditional Southern music and storytelling performances.
Charles Henderson High School is a highly rated school located in Troy, Alabama.
Troy Elementary is among the top elementary schools in Alabama, located in Troy.
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Residents have their pick of parks in Troy
Troy has seven parks and community centers around town, including historic Murphree Park. This popular green space has all the classic park amenities and a third-mile walking trail that loops around the park’s grassy fields. The Pike County Lake and Pike County Pocosin Forever Wild Tract provide tranquil outdoor settings for those seeking fishing, boating and hiking opportunities. Athletic residents enjoy “The Rec Center” on the Troy University campus. This community area is where students and locals work out, play basketball, or swim in the indoor or outdoor pool. Locals may also head to campus to watch basketball games at the Trojan Arena or football games at Veterans Memorial Stadium.
Discover the vibrant heart of Troy, Alabama, where Murphree Park stands as a beloved community hub.
Arboretum Park in Troy, Alabama, has plenty of walking trails for relaxation and is a great park for dog walking.
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The Square is Troy's centerpiece
A good portion of the city’s dining and shopping surrounds the main thoroughfares of Highway 231 and South Brundidge Street. South Brundidge Street and Three Notch Road lead into Historic downtown Troy. The city center surrounds The Square, a classic town plaza, and old buildings have original storefronts occupied by local restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques and other small businesses. The Square is the site of many beloved events, such as TroyFest. This art festival started in 1982 in memory of artist Jean Lake, featuring the South’s most respected painters, sculptors, performers and artisans. Big box stores and more extensive shopping centers are located near Montgomery.
The town square in Troy, Alabama, is a place where locals gather to enjoy each other's company.
Explore the rich history in the town square of Troy, Alabama.
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Close to Interstate 85
Troy is serviced by the on-call Pike Area Transit System, which provides affordable transportation, typically costing two to four dollars per ride. There are also Greyhound and Megabus stops in Troy. The city sits along Highway 231, which connects to Interstate 85 and nearby communities. The city’s hospital is Troy Regional Medical Center. The closest airport is Montgomery Regional Airport, 50 miles from Troy. Students commuting to the university can request a shuttle from the airport at a fee.
Troy, Alabama, is proud to be served by the exceptional Troy Regional Medical Center, a vital resource dedicated to the health and well-being of our community.
Experience the convenience of Montgomery Airport, just 50 miles from Troy, Alabama.
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Weather and crime in Troy
Troy has short, cold winters and long, hot summers. Winter temperatures rarely reach freezing, but snow does happen occasionally. Summers are typically humid and stormy, with temperatures frequently in the upper 80s and 90s. According to the University of Alabama and Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s crime database, recent years have seen a slight increase in the number of reported crimes.
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