Beartown, Troy, WV
Beartown — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Beartown, Troy, West Virginia. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the West Virginia Real Estate Commission (WVREC) licensing database.
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Beartown Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Beartown is a quiet, residential neighborhood in the northeast corner of Troy, New York. Known for its hilly, tree-lined streets and historic homes, it offers a suburban feel with close proximity to downtown Troy and the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) campus.
Housing & Real Estate
The area is characterized by well-maintained single-family homes, many with classic architectural styles from the early 20th century. With a median home value of $462,500, the real estate market here is stable and desirable, appealing to professionals and academics.
Schools & Education
Beartown is served by the Enlarged City School District of Troy, with students typically attending School 2 for elementary grades. The neighborhood's proximity to RPI also creates a strong connection to higher education and research.
Parks & Recreation
Frear Park, a large city park with golf, tennis, walking trails, and playgrounds, borders the neighborhood and serves as its primary recreational hub. The quiet streets themselves are popular for walking and jogging amidst the mature landscaping.
Local Dining & Shopping
Residents often head to downtown Troy or nearby Wynantskill for a variety of restaurants, cafes, and boutique shopping. The neighborhood itself is primarily residential, with a few convenience stores and services along its main thoroughfares.
Who Lives Here
Beartown is home to a mix of established families, RPI faculty and staff, and professionals. The reported median income of $89,018 reflects an affluent, educated community with a strong sense of neighborhood pride.
Beartown Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $463K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $89K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 75.2% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 24.8% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 18.4% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Buyer's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 05254 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Beartown, Troy
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Beartown
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: West Virginia Real Estate Commission (WVREC) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-17