Last updated on November 14, 2026

Average rent in
Troy, MI

Key takeaways for renters

  • The bottom line

    Troy, MI rent slipped 9.8% year over year, with a current median of $2,299/month. Renters today are paying $251 less per month on average than last year, reflecting a cooldown from the recent peak of $2,500/month in September 2026. Month-to-month rent is essentially unchanged.

  • Troy runs 21.0% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, placing it among pricier markets with limited total rentals, as the city offers just 73 total rentals.

  • Rent ranges by bedroom

    Studios in Troy rent for about $1,500/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,524/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,890/month, while 3-bedrooms reach $2,600/month and 4+ bedrooms $3,050/month. These bedroom tiers reflect a broad range of rental options across the city.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Downtown Troy rents rose 41.6% year over year to $2,550/month across 18 rentals, contrasting with the citywide decline of 9.8%. This neighborhood is a focal point of rent increases while other areas like The Smart Zone cooled by 11.9%.

Median rent

Median rent in Troy

$2,299/mo

decreased by10%

vs previous year

The average rent in Troy is $2,299 per month as of November 2026. This is 21% above the national average rent, or $399 more per month.

$1.81

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Troy

73

for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Troy rentals at each price point

70%53%35%18%0%
$0 - $1,500
$1,501 - $3,000
$3,001 - $4,500
$4,501 - $6,000
$6,001 - $50,000

Rent trends in Troy, MI

Average rent prices in Troy have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 10% since last year.

Rent trends

Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.

Compare rent prices in Troy, MI

Rent prices in Troy vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Troy is $1,620, whereas a house costs $2,700. 1-bedroom apartments in Troy run $1,470 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,782.

Listings

Studio

$1,500

4%

62%

1 bedroom

$1,524

No Change

1%

2 bedroom

$1,890

6%

5%

3 bedroom

$2,600

No Change

2%

4 bedroom

$3,050

6%

2%

Studio

Average rent

$1,500

Last 30 days

4%

Last year

62%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,524

Last year

1%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,890

Last 30 days

6%

Last year

5%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$2,600

Last year

2%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$3,050

Last 30 days

6%

Last year

2%

Downtown Troy

Average rent

$2,549

The Transit Center

Average rent

$2,600

Rochester Road

Average rent

$2,217

Maple Road

Average rent

$1,887

Automall

Average rent

$2,300

Northfield

Average rent

$2,200

The Smart Zone

Average rent

$1,630

Apartments

Average rent

$1,620

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

3%

Condos

Average rent

$2,299

Last 30 days

4%

Last year

7%

Houses

Average rent

$2,700

Last 30 days

2%

Last year

5%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Troy, MI, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.

How does rent in Troy, MI compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Troy and Auburn Hills by all bedroom counts and property types.

Troy

Median rent price$2,299
increased by21%

higher than the national median

Median rent price$1,600
decreased by16%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Troy, MI is 44% higher than the median rent in Auburn Hills, MI.

Cost of living in Troy, MI

Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.

Expenses
accrued by most renters
Average cost
compared to national average
Goods & Services9% higher
Groceries1% higher
Health11% higher
Housing8% higher
Transportation3% higher
Utilities4% lower

Discover rentals in Troy, MI

1968 Axtell Dr #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Condo for rent in Troy

Residential Lease, Troy, MI

1968 Axtell Dr #1, Troy, MI 48084

2 beds

1 bath

$1,250

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Ranch Apartment Homes in Great Troy Location - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

8.5

Very good

Ranch Apartment Homes in Great Troy Location

1071 Rochester Rd, Troy, MI 48083

2 beds

1 bath

$1,275

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
146 Olympia Dr - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Troy

Residential, 1 Story, Troy, MI

146 Olympia Dr, Troy, MI 48084

2 beds

1 bath

$1,500

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
2118 Milverton Dr - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Troy

3 beds

1 bath

$1,550

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
1431 Provincial Dr - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

House for rent in Troy

Residential, 2 Story, Troy, MI

1431 Provincial Dr, Troy, MI 48084

4 beds

4 baths

$4,900

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
2790 Lanergan Dr - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

House for rent in Troy

Residential, 2 Story, Troy, MI

2790 Lanergan Dr, Troy, MI 48084

3 beds

2.5 baths

$4,295

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Regents Club of Troy - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

12h ago

8.5

Very good

Regents Club of Troy

2751 Melcombe Cir, Troy, MI 48084

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,696–$3,758

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
2881 Summers Pl - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Troy condo for rent in Troy

3 beds

2.5 baths

$3,500

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Ranch Apartment Homes in Great Troy Location - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

8.5

Very good

Ranch Apartment Homes in Great Troy Location

1071 Rochester Rd, Troy, MI 48083

2 beds

1 bath

$1,275

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
3028 Caswell Dr - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Troy

4 beds

2.5 baths

$2,950

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
The Phoenix at Troy Crossing Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

6h ago

8.5

Very good

The Phoenix at Troy Crossing Apartments

2151 E Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI 48083

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$205–$2,530

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
The Alcove Troy - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated

23h ago

8.8

Very good

The Alcove Troy

2600 Livernois Rd, Troy, MI 48083

Studio–1 bed

1–2 baths

$1,045–$1,499

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Three Oaks Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

1d ago

9.9

Excellent

Our team has verified this company

Verified

Three Oaks Apartments

4154 3 Oaks Dr, Troy, MI 48098

1–2 beds

1 bath

$1,305–$1,665

Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects an 11-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.

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The Alcove Troy - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated

23h ago

8.8

Very good

The Alcove Troy

2600 Livernois Rd, Troy, MI 48083

Studio–1 bed

1–2 baths

$1,045–$1,499

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
5191 Buckingham - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Condo for rent in Troy

Condominium, 2 Story, Troy, MI

5191 Buckingham, Troy, MI 48098

2 beds

1.5 baths

$1,800

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
878 Brooklawn Dr - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Troy

Mid Century Beauty

878 Brooklawn Dr, Troy, MI 48084

3 beds

1.5 baths

$2,850

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Three Oaks Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

1d ago

9.9

Excellent

Our team has verified this company

Verified

Three Oaks Apartments

4154 3 Oaks Dr, Troy, MI 48098

1–2 beds

1 bath

$1,305–$1,665

Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects an 11-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.

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The Phoenix at Troy Crossing Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

6h ago

8.5

Very good

The Phoenix at Troy Crossing Apartments

2151 E Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI 48083

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$205–$2,530

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
3513 Millay Dr - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

Rochester Road house for rent in Troy

Residential Lease, Troy, MI

3513 Millay Dr, Troy, MI 48083

3 beds

2.5 baths

$2,650

Price dropped $100Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
6361 Emerald Lake Dr - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Troy

4 beds

2 baths

$2,700

Price dropped $250Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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Frequently asked questions for Troy, MI

Quick answers to common questions about the Troy rental market.

How much is rent in Troy?

The average rent in Troy is $2,299 per month as of November 7, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Troy?

Average rent prices in Troy have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 10% since last year.

How does Troy rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Troy is 21% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $399 more per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Troy?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Troy are The Smart Zone ($1,630/mo), Maple Road ($1,887/mo), and Northfield ($2,200/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Troy?

To comfortably afford rent in Troy, you'd need to earn approximately $92,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Troy?

March offers the best rental deals in Troy, with rents running about 13.6% lower than September's peak prices. December is the least competitive month for apartment hunting, while June sees the highest demand relative to available inventory.

Methodology

Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.

Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).