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9-11 Liberty St

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Poughkeepsie, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Poughkeepsie?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Poughkeepsie Studio Apartments | $1,498 | $1,150 | $2,550 |
Cheap Poughkeepsie 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,814 | $1,100 | $2,700 |
Cheap Poughkeepsie 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,273 | $1,475 | $3,310 |
Cheap Poughkeepsie 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,637 | $1,922 | $3,465 |
Cheap Poughkeepsie 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,190 | $1,750 | $2,631 |
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Poughkeepsie, NY Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Poughkeepsie, NY
Pricing Updated: 10/13/2025Current apartment rentals in the Poughkeepsie, NY area range in price from $995 to $3,952 with an overall median price of $2,486. The three Poughkeepsie neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Sleight Farms at $1,975, Mountain View at Gardiner at $995, and College Hill at $1,150. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Poughkeepsie Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Sleight Farms | $1,975 | $1,975 | 1 |
Mountain View at Gardiner | $2,250 | $995 | 3 |
College Hill | $2,250 | $1,150 | 81 |
Grove at New Windsor | $2,291 | $1,076 | 27 |
Downtown Poughkeepsie | $2,300 | $1,100 | 81 |
Main Street | $2,300 | $1,100 | 81 |
South Avenue | $2,300 | $1,100 | 64 |
Waterfront Poughkeepsie | $2,300 | $1,100 | 47 |
Academy Street Historic District | $2,325 | $1,100 | 71 |
Arlington District | $2,325 | $1,150 | 88 |
Cheapest Available Poughkeepsie Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Poughkeepsie, NY is a Studio unit found at 9-11 Liberty St in the Fairview neighborhood priced from $1,150. Luckey Platt in the Fairview neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,369. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Poughkeepsie apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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9-11 Liberty St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Luckey Platt | S10 | Studio,1BA | $1,369 |
Highland Crossing | 1 bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Violet Estates | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,690 |
Royal Cove at Poughkeepsie | One Bed One Bath Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Poughkeepsie, NY
As of October 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Poughkeepsie area is the $1.88 price per square foot 23 Fairview Ave Model at 23 Fairview Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Fairview neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value Poughkeepsie apartment is the 34 Gifford Ave Model at 34 Gifford Ave, Unit 1st floor starting at $1,800 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Fairview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Poughkeepsie apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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23 Fairview Ave, Unit 1 | 23 Fairview Ave | Studio ,4BA | $1.88 |
34 Gifford Ave, Unit 1st floor | 34 Gifford Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
29 N Bridge St, Unit 1 | 29 N Bridge St | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
107 N Bridge St, Unit 1 | 107 N Bridge St | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
109 Grand St, Unit B | 109 Grand St | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Eden Roc Apartments | 2 Bedroom with Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
8 N Clover St, Unit 1 | 8 N Clover St | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
6 Hammersley Ave, Unit 3 | 6 Hammersley Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
9-11 Liberty St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.92 |
Admiral Wm F Halsey Senior Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 9-11 Liberty St which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in Poughkeepsie costs $2,486.
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 18 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 $265 which is $2,221 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Poughkeepsie.
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