
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Poughkeepsie, NY from $600 (22 Rentals)
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41 Worrall Ave

8 Davies Pl

7 May St

Hudson Harbour

Kaal Rock Manor Apartments

212 Union St
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Eastmin & Bixby

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The Academy

9-11 Liberty St

40 Cannon St

The Queen Bee on Main
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1612-1616-1616 US-9W

70 New Paltz Rd

5 Alexander Dr

Park Manor Apartments

Stone Ledge Apartments 55+ Senior Community

Pleasant Valley Estates
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Poughkeepsie Studio Apartments | $1,516 | $1,200 | $1,850 |
| Cheap Poughkeepsie 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,824 | $675 | $2,800 |
| Cheap Poughkeepsie 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,305 | $1,600 | $3,525 |
| Cheap Poughkeepsie 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,515 | $1,895 | $3,800 |
| Cheap Poughkeepsie 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,238 | $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: 01/13/2026Current apartment rentals in the Poughkeepsie, NY area range in price from $480 to $3,952 with an overall median price of $2,488. The three Poughkeepsie neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Sleight Farms at $1,900, College Hill at $675, and Downtown Poughkeepsie at $675. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sleight Farms | $1,900 | $1,900 | 1 |
| College Hill | $2,200 | $675 | 103 |
| Downtown Poughkeepsie | $2,200 | $675 | 103 |
| Main Street | $2,200 | $675 | 103 |
| Arlington District | $2,250 | $675 | 89 |
| Academy Street Historic District | $2,275 | $675 | 86 |
| Grove at New Windsor | $2,322 | $480 | 29 |
| Waterfront Poughkeepsie | $2,350 | $1,100 | 62 |
| South Avenue | $2,362 | $675 | 79 |
| Fairview | $2,500 | $1,100 | 82 |
Cheapest Available Poughkeepsie Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Poughkeepsie, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Highland Crossing priced from $1,500. 2633 South Rd in the Waterfront Poughkeepsie neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Poughkeepsie apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Crossing | 1 bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 2633 South Rd | The Lyndhurst | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Luckey Platt | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,630 |
| Violet Estates | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,685 |
| Kaal Rock Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom 3rd floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Poughkeepsie, NY
As of January 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Poughkeepsie area is the $1.56 price per square foot 85 Cannon St Model at 85 Cannon St, Unit 2 in the in the Arlington District neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Poughkeepsie apartment is the 55 Worrall Ave Model at 55 Worrall Ave, Unit Apt 1 starting at $2,400 with a $2.00 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85 Cannon St, Unit 2 | 85 Cannon St | 1BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| 55 Worrall Ave, Unit Apt 1 | 55 Worrall Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 34 Gifford Ave, Unit 1st floor | 34 Gifford Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 29 N Bridge St, Unit 1 | 29 N Bridge St | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| 9 N Water St, Unit 9 | 9 N Water St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.67 |
| Brookside Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 11 Fairview Ave, Unit APT 2 | 11 Fairview Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| 107 N Bridge St, Unit 1 | 107 N Bridge St | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 224 Mill St, Unit Second Floor | 224 Mill St | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 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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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 $1,800.
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 $2,488.
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 56 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 $372 which is $2,116 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Poughkeepsie.
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