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2808 W 13 Mile Rd

910 Chestnut Hill Dr

1820 Axtell Dr

3206 Shenandoah Dr

3220 Shenandoah Dr

2817 W 13 Mile Rd
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4190 S Rochester Rd, Unit 112, Unit 112

150 Bird Ave

29264 Tessmer Ct

29270 Tessmer Ct

156 N Worth St

2420 Parmenter Blvd

1629 Emerson Cir, Unit 95, Unit 95
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2445 Torquay Ave

2445 Torquay Ave, Unit 107, Unit 107

2336 Orchard Crest St

1717 Nakota Rd

3302 Greenfield Rd

29156 Tessmer Ct

3324 Coolidge Hwy, Unit 48, Unit 48
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Troy, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Troy?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Troy 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,150 | $1,250 | $6,500 |
| Troy 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,588 | $1,595 | $6,500 |
| Troy 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,207 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
| Troy 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,066 | $4,300 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Troy Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Troy, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Lexington Village in the Mystic Forest at the Park neighborhood priced from $895. Amber Creek Apartments in the Downtown Troy neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Troy apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington Village | Revere | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Amber Creek Apartments | Studio (Tahoe/Ventura) | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Devon Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 750 Sq Ft | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Amber's Timber Lodges | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| The Reserve at Warren | The Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Troy, MI
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Troy area is the $1.15 price per square foot 2/1 townhome Model at Putney Townhomes in the in the Birmingham Villas neighborhood starting from $1,890. The second greatest value Troy apartment is the 2 bedroom + den + 2 1/2 bath townhome Model at Amber Oak Townhomes starting at $1,895 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Downtown Birmingham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Troy apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Putney Townhomes | 2/1 townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Amber Oak Townhomes | 2 bedroom + den + 2 1/2 bath townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.23 |
| Rochester Villas | 3 Bed | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.33 |
| Charles Hamlet | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Sterling Heights Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Parkview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Oakwood Villa Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Devon Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 750 Sq Ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Sterling Troy Apartments | 1 BD Private Entry | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| The Reserve at Warren | The Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Troy, MIPopulation: 84,272
Ranked #406
in US Census Population by City
Pet Friendly LifestyleTroy, MI
Ranked #5
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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What type of rentals are currently available in Troy?
There are currently 348 Apartments for Rent in Troy, MI with pricing that ranges from $895 to $12,000. There are also 122 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Troy ranging from $1,025 to $25,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Troy?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Troy ranges from $1,025 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,562.
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