The Junction of Virginia

The community of Troy lies to the west of US Route 15 and is just south of Zion Crossroads. It is part of the Charlottesville metropolitan area in the Virginia Piedmont. It connects via 15 to US 250 which leads to Charlottesville via the western route and to Richmond via the east. Troy homes are less than 30 minutes from Charlottesville and less than 1 hour from Richmond, making it an ideal commuter community and a launching pad for weekend traveling.

Despite the classical-sounding name, Troy’s name is rooted in its history as an important junction in the Virginia railroad commercial system. The town’s namesake is “Captain” T.O. Troy, president of the Virginia Air Line Railway, a short-line railroad that operated from 1908 to 1975 and served to transport cargo that was too wide to fit through the tunnels that crossed the Blue Ridge Mountains between Charlottesville and Waynesboro. In its heyday, VAL served as an important link for providing coal power to the Washington D.C. area.

Residents of present-day Troy enjoy some of the most scenic real estate anywhere in Virginia. Hot-air balloon rides over the area are a staple activity for Troy residents and out-of-town visitors, and residents have quick and easy access to a variety of outdoor recreational activities, including Spring Creek Golf Club located just north of the town on US 15.

Country Elegance Close to Town

Homes for sale in Troy are ideal for growing families and feature multiple bedrooms, ample acreage, and comfortable square footage. Many residences in Troy are exquisite examples of the Colonial architecture central Virginia is renowned for. The larger residences in Troy feature state-of-the-art equine facilities, sprawling lawns, and stunning views of the Virginia skyline. Despite the elegant country setting, Troy residents have an enviably short commute to Charlottesville and many of the area’s largest employers, as well as many of the finest educational and healthcare institutions in the Commonwealth.

Down the Road from History

Troy’s proximity to US 15 and its intersection with US 250 allows residents to access the wealth of historical sites and recreational opportunities that are the hallmark of living in Central Virginia. Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello, a UNESCO world heritage site, is less than 15 minutes away. Keswick Hall and Golf Club, which was nominated to Conde Nast Traveler’s Gold List of top hotels and resorts, is less than 10 minutes from Troy to the west. Pleasant Grove Park, which boasts over 20 miles of hiking trails passing through every variety of Piedmont Virginia habitat, is a 10-minute drive to the south.