welcome to the waterfront.

Troy’s Premier Riverfront Community

Stretching along 1.5 miles of the historic Hudson River, The Waterfront is a bold new chapter for Troy, NY. This vibrant, mixed-use development reimagines urban living with a dynamic blend of modern waterfront residences, office and retail space, riverfront rooftop event space, a Courtyard Marriott hotel, affordable grocery, fitness center, and convenient parking — all just minutes from major highways, public transit, and leading colleges such as Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

Crafted for a true LIVE. WORK. PLAY. experience, The Waterfront is more than a destination — it’s a thriving neighborhood designed for connection, creativity, and community. Whether you're launching a business, enjoying the scenic riverwalk, or making yourself at home, everything you need is right here in one inspiring, walkable place.

first columbia.

Integrated into one of America's most historic downtowns, First Columbia is bringing fresh momentum to Troy with a dynamic waterfront redevelopment stretching a half-mile along the Hudson River. This exciting mixed-use project combines modern apartments, premium office space, diverse retail and grocery offerings, entertainment venues, fitness facilities, convenient parking, and a contemporary hotel, all designed to create an energized urban experience.

By reconnecting Troy to its Waterfront, the development sparks renewed commercial growth and vibrant social activity, redefining the city as the Capital Region’s go-to destination to live, work, and play.

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