Last updated on June 29, 2026

Average rent in
Troy, MI

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Troy rent stands today

    Troy, MI rent rose 2.1% year over year, with a current median of $2,400/month. Renters are paying roughly the same month to month and $8 more per month on average than last year, a modest increase in this market.

  • Troy rents run 23.1% more expensive than the $1,950/month national median, placing Troy, MI in the higher price tier among metros with 82 total rentals available.

  • Price ranges

    Studio rents in Troy sit around $1,770/month, 1-bedrooms at $1,586/month, 2-bedrooms at $2,100/month, and 3-bedrooms at $2,800/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $3,200/month. Houses rent for a median of $2,800/month while apartments are at $1,618/month, reflecting distinct price tiers.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Downtown Troy rents climbed 44.2% year over year to $2,775/month across 20 rentals, contrasting with the citywide 2.1% rise. The Smart Zone saw a decline of -24.1% to $1,290/month, showing divergent neighborhood trends in Troy.

Median rent

Median rent in Troy

$2,400/mo

increased by2%

vs previous year

The average rent in Troy is $2,400 per month as of June 2026. This is 23% above the national average rent, or $450 more per month.

$2.16

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Troy

82

for rent on Zumper.com as of June 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 increased by 2% 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 $1,618, whereas a house costs $2,800. 1-bedroom apartments in Troy run $1,586 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,782.

Listings

Studio

$1,770

4%

32%

1 bedroom

$1,586

4%

3%

2 bedroom

$2,100

2%

4%

3 bedroom

$2,800

1%

4%

4 bedroom

$3,200

3%

1%

Studio

Average rent

$1,770

Last 30 days

4%

Last year

32%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,586

Last 30 days

4%

Last year

3%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$2,100

Last 30 days

2%

Last year

4%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$2,800

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

4%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$3,200

Last 30 days

3%

Last year

1%

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$2,400
increased by23%

higher than the national median

Median rent price$1,675
decreased by14%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Troy, MI is 43% 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
Utilities3% lower

Discover rentals in Troy, MI

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2d ago

7.4

Very good

Ranch Apartment Homes in Great Troy Location

1071 Rochester Rd, Troy, MI 48083

2 beds

1 bath

$1,023

Apartment for rent

1820 Axtell Dr #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Condo for rent in Troy

1820 Axtell Street - 1

1820 Axtell Dr #1, Troy, MI 48084

2 beds

1 bath

$1,300

Condo for rent

Available Jun 8

2118 Milverton Dr - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Troy

House for rent

2504 John R Road - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

7.7

Very good

2504 John R Road

2504 John R Rd, Troy, MI 48083

2 beds

1 bath

$1,600

Apartment for rent

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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 $2,400 per month as of June 27, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Troy?

Average rent prices in Troy have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 2% since last year.

How does Troy rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Troy is 23% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $450 more per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Troy?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Troy are The Smart Zone ($1,290/mo), Automall ($1,890/mo), and Maple Road ($2,000/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Troy?

To comfortably afford rent in Troy, you'd need to earn approximately $96,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

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

Troy's 2025 rental market shows 1-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,500 per month, while 2-bedroom units rent for around $1,900 monthly. These figures represent the current market rates across the city's 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).

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