Troy
Troy, Michigan is a bustling city with thriving business sectors, impressive shopping and recreation options, and a family-friendly atmosphere. It offers easy access to highways and transportation options, making commutes to nearby cities convenient.
As the largest city in Oakland County, Troy is a thriving center of business, particularly in the automotive and financial sectors, and is home to a number of major companies. The city consistently receives national recognition, such as being named the fourth-best U.S. small city to start a business and the seventh-best U.S. city to live in.
Shop ’til you drop in Troy, home to two malls: Oakland Mall and the world-renowned Somerset Collection. The annual Troy Farmers Market is also a fun place to discover locally sourced foods and artisanal goods, along with several types of ethnic groceries in and just outside Troy.
Somerset Collection in Troy, Michigan
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Speaking of food, Troy also has a great selection of dining options, like Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant, Cotton Cake Japanese Cheesecake, Kura Revolving Sushi Bar, and NeeHee’s, to name a few.
Those interested in outdoor recreation will thrilled to learn that Troy has 21 community parks (including a dog park!), two golf courses, and two B-ranking disk golf courses.
Other recreation opportunities include the Troy Racquet Club, the Skate World of Troy, Buffalo Wild Wings Arena (formerly known as the Troy Sports Center), and the forthcoming outdoor Ice Rink.
For those who have children or are planning to one day, note that Troy prides itself on being a family-friendly city. Plenty of activities and events exist for all ages, like at the Troy Aquatic Center, Stage Nature Center, the annual Troy Family Daze, and Troy Historic Village.
Troy Historic Village’s Gazebo in Troy, Michigan Photo Source: Troy Historic Village
Troy School District students and schools, especially its high schools, are consistently recognized for regional and national accomplishments in academics, sports, and more.
With dozens of cultural organizations and places of worship within the city limits, Troy also prides itself as a hub for many diverse cultural communities.
Due to two major highways within the city, Troy residents have instant highway access, making car commutes to Pontiac and Utica about 15-30 minutes and Detroit and Auburn Hills about 30-45 minutes. The city also has other unique and equitable transportation options through Troy R.Y.D.E., the Troy Multi-Modal Transit Facility, and SMART’s FAST.
