Cheap Apartments for Rent in Poughkeepsie, NY from $600 (15 Rentals)

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37 Hooker Ave

PoughkeepsieNY12601
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Eastmin & Bixby
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eastmin & Bixby

22 Montgomery StPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
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Bixby Apartments
Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Bixby Apartments

21 Charles StPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
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Spring Manor Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Spring Manor Apartments

600 Spring Manor CirPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
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Canterbury Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Canterbury Gardens

1 Janet DrPoughkeepsie, NY 12603
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5 Alexander Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5 Alexander Dr

5 Alexander DrHyde Park, NY 12538
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Park Manor Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Park Manor Apartments

40 Haviland RdHyde Park, NY 12538
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160 West Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

160 West Rd

160 West RdPleasant Valley, NY 12569
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Hyde Park Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hyde Park Terrace

3726 Albany Post RdHyde Park, NY 12538
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Poughkeepsie, NY Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Poughkeepsie, NY

Pricing Updated: 04/25/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Poughkeepsie, NY area range in price from $685 to $6,134 with an overall median price of $2,521. The three Poughkeepsie neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Arlington District at $685, Arlington at $1,350, and Grove at New Windsor at $1,175. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Poughkeepsie Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Arlington District$2,200$68568
Arlington$2,225$1,35057
Grove at New Windsor$2,250$1,17544
College Hill$2,250$68570
Van Wyck Mews$2,350$1,2003
Academy Street Historic District$2,448$68572
Downtown Poughkeepsie$2,448$68577
Fairview$2,448$75056
Main Street$2,448$68577
South Avenue$2,448$68570

Cheapest Available Poughkeepsie Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Poughkeepsie, NY is a Studio unit found at Country Club Apartments priced from $1,495. Highland Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Poughkeepsie apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Country Club ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,495
Highland CrossingOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,500
Luckey PlattS4Studio,1BA$1,541
Violet Estates Active Adult 55+ CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$1,650
Royal Cove at PoughkeepsieOne Bed One Bath Standard1BR,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Poughkeepsie, NY

As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Poughkeepsie area is the $2.21 price per square foot The Eleanor - 3rd Floor (Partial Water View) Model at One Dutchess Luxury Waterfront 1, 2, & 3 Bedroom Apartments in the in the Fairview neighborhood starting from $2,875. The second greatest value Poughkeepsie apartment is the The Chardonnay Model at Vineyard Commons starting at $2,797 with a $2.16 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Poughkeepsie apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
One Dutchess Luxury Waterfront 1, 2, & 3 Bedroom ApartmentsThe Eleanor - 3rd Floor (Partial Water View)2BR,2BA$2.21
Vineyard CommonsThe Chardonnay2BR,2BA$2.16
34 Gifford Ave, Unit 2nd floor34 Gifford Ave2BR,1BA$1.50
Trailview Place2 Bed2BR,1BA$2.05
77 Garden St, Unit 377 Garden St3BR,1BA$1.64
165 Overlook Road, LLC1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.20
Cherry Hill TownhousesCherry Hill West2BR,1.5BA$1.74
107 South Ave, Unit 107 South Avenue107 South Ave2BR,1BA$1.85
135 South Ave, Unit 2135 South Ave2BR,1BA$1.80
Royal Cove at PoughkeepsieOne Bed One Bath Standard1BR,1BA$2.13

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Poughkeepsie Overview

Located snugly in the heart of the Hudson Valley region of upstate New York, Poughkeepsie apartments offer an ideal place to call home for a variety of residence. Strong in its blue collar roots and boasting spectacular natural beauty as well as ease of access to the hub of New York City, Poughkeepsie is a locale on the rise.

Why live in Poughkeepsie, NY?

A jewel of the Hudson Valley region, Poughkeepsie has much to offer prospective residents. From the numerous ale houses and rock clubs that line the downtown scene, to the majestic Catskill Mountains and mighty Hudson River that act as a glorious backdrop to the city itself, this is one on-the-move locale that is sure to please. Home to a number of industries, Poughkeepsie is a great place to raise a family, with quality universities such as Vassar College and Marist both located within the city limits as well.

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Getting Around Poughkeepsie, NY

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

21 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Poughkeepsie Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Poughkeepsie?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Poughkeepsie is under $1,775.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Poughkeepsie?

The cheapest apartment in Poughkeepsie is Highland Crossing which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in Poughkeepsie costs $2,521.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Poughkeepsie?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 16 regular apartments in Poughkeepsie that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Poughkeepsie?

Cheap apartments in Poughkeepsie have an average cost of $896 which is $1,625 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Poughkeepsie.

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