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South Troy

South Troy

$311,093 Average Value
$217 Average Price per Sq Ft
14 Homes For Sale

A community with "heart" near downtown

South Troy offers its residents a wide variety of housing options less than 2 miles from downtown Troy and other local touchstones like nearby colleges. For many, though, it’s the neighborhood’s warm, involved community that truly makes it special. “There’s just a great sense of community – a very strong community,” says Heather Hamlin Martin, a licensed real estate associate broker with Keller Williams Capital District who lives just north of South Troy in the Central South neighborhood. “It has very active neighborhood groups and there’s a willingness from long-standing residents to welcome new people and share experiences. It has heart.”
The people of South Troy show their town pride in many different ways.
The people of South Troy show their town pride in many different ways.
South Troy has small-town decor in many different spots.
South Troy has small-town decor in many different spots.
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Historical homes, a few new constructions

A small section of South Troy, situated to the west of 4th Street and north of High Street, feels more urban thanks to the businesses and rowhouses that line its streets. Beyond this little slice, the neighborhood gives way to a distinctly suburban feel. Detached Cape Cods, colonial-style homes and ranch-style homes with yard space make up most of the neighborhood. “Homes here are easily over a hundred years old,” Martin says. These homes can go for as little as $75,000 if they need a lot of renovation, while a fully renovated house sells for as much as $350,000. People who buy a two-family home in the neighborhood often live in part of it and rent out the other half. “I can’t stress enough the opportunity for people who want to invest and participate in an active community,” Martin says. South Troy also has a few new constructions, from townhouses with small yards and two-car garages to large Modern Farmhouse- or colonial-style homes that can cost as much as $925,000. Martin says that the market is competitive, and while homes sell at different rates depending on how well they’re priced, most go in 5 to 21 days.
Homes in South Troy have a cozy, small-town feel.
Homes in South Troy have a cozy, small-town feel.
Condos in South Troy Eagle Mills are designed to create a neighborhood feel.
Condos in South Troy Eagle Mills are designed to create a neighborhood feel.
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Market 32, local restaurants offering comfort food

Residents pick up essentials at Market 32 and Rite Aid. The classically chrome-decked Alexis Diner offers breakfast all day long, while Junior’s Bar & Grill is a sports bar known for its moonshine wings. Nearby, the Tipsy Moose Tap & Tavern offers a relaxed pub atmosphere with macaroni and cheese that locals swear by.
Market 32 is a go-to place to grab groceries in South Troy.
Market 32 is a go-to place to grab groceries in South Troy.
Alexis Diner in is a popular diner with charm in South Troy.
Alexis Diner in is a popular diner with charm in South Troy.
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South Troy offers many holiday events like the immensely popular Victorian Stroll.
South Troy offers many holiday events like the immensely popular Victorian Stroll.

Annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony, Victorian Stroll

South Troy has an active community Facebook page, and regular events like a Christmas tree lighting ceremony and an Earth Day cleanup give residents the chance to engage with their community. Events for the larger community of Troy, such as the Victorian Stroll, also bring the community together.

Robotics at Troy High School

Niche gives the Troy City School District a B on Niche and places it among the top 3 districts in Rensselaer County. Children can attend Carroll Hill School, which has a C-plus, and Troy Middle School, which was recently renamed from W. Kenneth Doyle Middle School and has a B-minus, before moving on to Troy High School. With a B rating, Troy High makes Niche’s top standout high school in the Albany area. Students at the school can participate in athletics and a wide range of extracurricular activities, including student council, robotics and yearbook clubs. Hudson Valley Community College is also in South Troy, offering over 80 degree and certificate programs close to home.
The Little Red School House was built in 1861 and is still in use.
The Little Red School House was built in 1861 and is still in use.
South Troy High School is highly rated on Niche.
South Troy High School is highly rated on Niche.
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Nearby hiking and South Troy Swimming Pool

North Greenbush Town Park offers baseball fields where Twin Town Baseball, a local Little League club, has its games and practices. Burden Environmental Park also hosts local baseball games. “The city has money from federal funds to redo the park on the corner of Canal and 3rd Street,” Martin says. “It was a little park, but they’re making it really nice now.” A few hiking trails in South Troy offer residents options when they want to hike or walk their dogs through the woods. The Narrows Cascade & Heritage Trail winds along the Wynants Kill stream, providing pretty views of the woods and water. During the summer, locals flock to South Troy Swimming Pool, which has two small water slides for the kids, for a chance to cool off and have fun despite the heat. About 9 miles from home, Peebles Island State Park offers 191 acres on an island where the Hudson and Mohawk rivers meet full of hiking trails and fishing spots, with plenty of gorgeous rapids and little waterfalls to capture visitors’ attention. During the winter, residents head to the park for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
Relax in Peebles Island State Park just 9 miles from South Troy.
Relax in Peebles Island State Park just 9 miles from South Troy.
Burden Pond in SouthTroy is a perfect location to relax.
Burden Pond in SouthTroy is a perfect location to relax.
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South Troy has one hub leading into the business district that offers many shopping options.
South Troy has one hub leading into the business district that offers many shopping options.

Highway access makes Albany commutes a breeze

South Troy is less than 2 miles from downtown Troy and has easy access to major highways. Route 4 runs north-south through the length of the neighborhood and curves up onto its northern border, while High Street crosses the Hudson River and provides access to Interstate 787 in just a few minutes. Thanks to this, the 5.5-mile drive to downtown Albany takes just 9 minutes.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Albany International

19 min drive

Bus

4th St & Jackson St

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La Salle Institute

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Stow Ave & Morrison Ave

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Rt 4 & Jordan Rd (Rensselaer Techpark)

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Project St & Delaware Ave

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3rd St & Vanburen St

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Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime South Troy US
Homicide 6 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

South Troy Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$316,000
Median Sale Price
$315,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$284,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$490,260
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$265,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
109
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
13%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$217

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,673
Number of Homes for Sale
14
Median Year Built
1960
Months of Supply
1.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,521
Significantly below the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,969
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,356
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,454

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
10,481
Median Age
34
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.1%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$62,713
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$79,548

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
87.3%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
27.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.1%
% Population in Labor Force
65%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
42''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

33 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

52 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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South Troy
Christopher Donato
Gabler Realty LLC
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