Troy

Troy

Located in Miami County

$240,843 Average Value
$169 Average Price per Sq Ft
79 Homes For Sale

An early boom brought high quality of life

Ambitiously named after the Greek city-state, Troy has made its mark since its founding in 1808, just five years after Ohio became a state. The city's strategic location along the Great Miami River led to an early manufacturing industry explosion and population increases. Industries like Collins Aerospace, Clopay Corporation and F&P America Manufacturing still employ over 3,000 residents in the city today. Revitalization programs bring new life to the city's core and maintain a relatively low cost of living. "People always say where they choose to live is the best place, but we have unparalleled quality of life here," says Joseph Graves, president of the Troy Area Chamber of Commerce. "The city is well taken care of, and people have a lot of pride in their homes and community."

Housing programs preserve historic designs

Neighborhoods have a wide range of architectural styles. Around downtown, bungalows and American Foursquares sit beside Victorian, Dutch Colonial and Tudor homes. Larger outskirt subdivisions feature New Traditional and ranch-style homes. "New construction has slowed with increasing rates, but we still have a healthy slate of development," Graves says. Housing programs preserve older architecture and remove blight across the community. The city's median sale price is around $280,000, lower than the national median of $406,000.

Beautiful historic homes are found in downtown Troy.
Beautiful historic homes are found in downtown Troy.
Homes styles vary throughout Troy neighborhoods.
Homes styles vary throughout Troy neighborhoods.
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Technical degrees at the Hobart Institute

The Troy City School District covers most of the city, while Miami East Local Schools serves the east side of Troy. Both districts have a B-plus Niche rating. Troy High School also earns a B-plus rating, ranking as the county's second-best public high school out of 10. The city is also home to Edison State Community College and the Hobart Institute of Welding Technology, an internationally recognized technical college.

Troy High School teaches students in grades 9-12.
Troy High School teaches students in grades 9-12.
Troy Junior High, in Troy, Ohio, has a student to teacher ratio or 18 to 1.
Troy Junior High, in Troy, Ohio, has a student to teacher ratio or 18 to 1.
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Playing public tunes throughout downtown

Downtown Troy bustles with activity. It's full of locally owned restaurants, specialty shops and space for new storefronts. A Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) lets people ages 21 and over freely explore downtown while enjoying alcoholic beverages. Flowering planters, sculptures and brightly painted street pianos invite people to the district's walkable streets, and business incentives help entrepreneurs set up shop. Troy also has a growing Tax Increment Finance District with several nationally recognized retail and dining destinations along Interstate 75.

Troy is home to the historic Miami County Courthouse.
Troy is home to the historic Miami County Courthouse.
Agave & Rye is a unique taco shop in downtown Troy.
Agave & Rye is a unique taco shop in downtown Troy.
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County fairgrounds and the Hobart Arena

City parks surround the Miami River, which winds through the center of town. While most people use it to kayak, boat or fish, Treasure Island Park rents out floating tents so people can camp on the water. Next door is the Miami County Fairgrounds, where the county fair has been held since 1847. Hobart Urban Nature Preserve's grasslands support bird watching, hiking and seasonal cross-country skiing. During summer, people splash around Troy Aquatic Park's pools and waterslides.

Hobart Arena is the city's epicenter of indoor recreation. Its public ice-skating rink is open year-round, and it's known for hosting some of the city's biggest entertainers. "Elvis Presley actually performed there in the early days," Graves says. The Troy-Hayner Cultural Center offers art classes and rotating exhibits, while The WACO Museum and Aviation Learning Center preserves Troy's aviation history through its collection of historic aircraft. It also hosts annual fly-ins that attract people from around the country.

Troy is situated next to the Great Miami River.
Troy is situated next to the Great Miami River.
Meadowpoint Park is a neighborhood park in Troy, Ohio.
Meadowpoint Park is a neighborhood park in Troy, Ohio.
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Interstate access leads to Dayton

Troy has no public transportation, so residents rely on cars. Main Street and North Market Street are the city's primary thoroughfares, and traffic flows freely. "We're not that big of a community, so even during rush, it's not like Dayton traffic," says Mary Couser, Realtor at Galbreath Realtors. Interstate 75 is a direct line into Dayton, about 20 miles away. The closest commercial airport is Dayton International Airport, 14 miles south.

Troy is located in Miami County and is one of the best places to live.
Troy is located in Miami County and is one of the best places to live.

Sweet treats at The Strawberry Festival

One of Troy's biggest events is The Strawberry Festival. Drawing crowds of over 200,000, attendees enjoy strawberry-themed snacks, activities and fruit picking at Fulton Farms, the biggest strawberry patch east of the Mississippi River. Courthouse Plaza hosts weekly concerts in summer, and First Fridays bring special deals and shop hops. "In the fall, we have Porchfest. People have local bands come and play on their front porch, and we all walk around the neighborhoods to listen to them," Couser says. Around Thanksgiving, people come from all over to get a heaping plate at The Lincoln Community Center's annual feast.

Low crime rates, higher tornado risk

According to the FBI, property and violent crime rates in Troy are lower than the national average.

Troy enjoys moderate weather year-round, and annual flooding is low due to levees along the river. However, the city is at risk for tornadoes, with the last big storm passing through in 2023.

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Troy Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$304,000
Median Sale Price
$295,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$299,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$300,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$192,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
699
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
$13
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$169

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes for Sale
79
Months of Supply
1.40

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Jun 15
    1 - 3pm

    1470 Troy Urbana Rd, Troy, OH 45373

    $370,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,025 Sq Ft
    • 1470 Troy Urbana Rd
    • New 4 days ago

    Spacious full brick ranch, built in 1969, with a legacy of love and care from original owners. This one owner home offers large rooms, including family room with wood burning fireplace, nice kitchen with laminate flooring and dining area, huge living room, primary bedroom and 3 more good-sized bedrooms, all with original hardwood flooring and big closets, 2 full baths, laundry room and oversized

    Amie Wilt Keller Williams Home Town Rlty

  • Sunday, Jun 15
    1am - 2:30pm

    1425 Farnham Rd, Troy, OH 45373

    $299,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,389 Sq Ft
    • 1425 Farnham Rd
    • New 12 days ago

    This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers an inviting open floor plan perfect for modern living. The spacious living room features a bright bay window and flows seamlessly into the kitchen, which includes a large island and dining area with fireplace! All bedrooms offer a comfortable space, with the primary suite having an attached full bath. A bonus walkin closet serves perfectly as a home

    Pamela Bornhorst Keller Williams Home Town Rlty

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value



Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Troy Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
28,037
Median Age
42
Population under 18
24.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$66,878
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$90,089

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.2%
College Graduates
29.6%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.7%
% Population in Labor Force
68.4%
On par with the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
21''
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