Cheap Apartments for Rent in Poughkeepsie, NY from $700 (15 Rentals)

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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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The Academy
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Academy

35 Academy 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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9-11 Liberty St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

9-11 Liberty St

9-11 Liberty StPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
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40 Cannon St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

40 Cannon St

40 Cannon StPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
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The Queen Bee on Main
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Queen Bee on Main

468 Main StPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
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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 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Manor Apartments

40 Haviland RdHyde Park, NY 12538
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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: 05/29/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Poughkeepsie, NY area range in price from $480 to $3,800 with an overall median price of $2,751. The three Poughkeepsie neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Grove at New Windsor at $480, College Hill at $1,430, and Waterfront Poughkeepsie at $1,250. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Poughkeepsie Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Grove at New Windsor$2,260$48020
College Hill$2,300$1,43059
Waterfront Poughkeepsie$2,300$1,25044
Victoria Estates$2,450$1,5509
Academy Street Historic District$2,625$1,35050
Arlington District$2,625$1,43049
Downtown Poughkeepsie$2,625$1,35065
Main Street$2,625$1,35065
South Avenue$2,625$1,35042
Fairview$2,647$1,35051

Cheapest Available Poughkeepsie Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Poughkeepsie, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Eastdale Village in the Arlington District neighborhood priced from $1,525. Vassar Garden Apartments in the Arlington District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Poughkeepsie apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eastdale VillageWaitlist1BR,1BA$1,525
Vassar Garden Apartments2bed/1bath2BR,1BA$1,700
2633 South RdThe Lyndhurst1BR,1BA$1,750
Kaal Rock Manor Apartments1 bedroom 3rd floor1BR,1BA$1,800
Royal Cove at PoughkeepsieOne Bed One Bath Standard1BR,1BA$1,825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Poughkeepsie, NY

As of May 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Poughkeepsie area is the $1.60 price per square foot Townhouse Model at Violet Estates in the in the Fairview neighborhood starting from $2,580. The second greatest value Poughkeepsie apartment is the Waitlist Model at Eastdale Village starting at $1,525 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Arlington District neighborhood. 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.
Violet EstatesTownhouse2BR,2.5BA$1.60
Eastdale VillageWaitlist1BR,1BA$0.95
Vassar Garden Apartments3bed/1bath3BR,1BA$1.68
6 Mount Carmel Pl, Unit 26 Mount Carmel Pl3BR,1BA$2.08
Trailview Place2 Bed, 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.09
77 Garden St, Unit 377 Garden St3BR,1BA$1.75
139 N Clinton St, Unit Apt 2139 N Clinton St3BR,1BA$1.92
Kaal Rock Manor Apartments1 bedroom 3rd floor1BR,1BA$1.93
206 Smith St, Unit #2206 Smith St2BR,1BA$2.14
Admiral Wm F Halsey Senior VillageOne Bedroom1BR,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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Poughkeepsie Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Poughkeepsie?

The cheapest apartment in Poughkeepsie is Eastdale Village which is listed at $1,525, while the average apartment in Poughkeepsie costs $2,751.

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 29 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 $234 which is $2,517 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Poughkeepsie.

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