Cheap Apartments for Rent in Poughkeepsie, NY from $700 (24 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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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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Collegeview Tower
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Collegeview Tower

141 Fulton AvePoughkeepsie, 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 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: 11/29/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Poughkeepsie, NY area range in price from $480 to $3,952 with an overall median price of $2,557. The three Poughkeepsie neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Sleight Farms at $1,800, Mountain View at Gardiner at $1,900, and South Avenue at $1,100. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Poughkeepsie Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Sleight Farms$1,950$1,8001
Mountain View at Gardiner$2,250$1,9002
South Avenue$2,387$1,10067
Academy Street Historic District$2,400$1,10071
Arlington District$2,400$1,20075
College Hill$2,400$1,20077
Downtown Poughkeepsie$2,400$1,10082
Main Street$2,400$1,10082
Waterfront Poughkeepsie$2,465$1,10056
Fairview$2,500$1,10068

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 $1,200. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
9-11 Liberty StStudioStudio,1BA$1,200
Luckey PlattS10Studio,1BA$1,369
Highland Crossing1 bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,500
2633 South RdThe Lyndhurst1BR,1BA$1,550
110 Mill Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Poughkeepsie, NY

As of November 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Poughkeepsie area is the $1.50 price per square foot 34 Gifford Ave Model at 34 Gifford Ave, Unit 1st floor in the in the Fairview neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Poughkeepsie apartment is the 29 N Bridge St Model at 29 N Bridge St, Unit 1 starting at $2,100 with a $1.75 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
34 Gifford Ave, Unit 1st floor34 Gifford Ave2BR,1BA$1.50
29 N Bridge St, Unit 129 N Bridge St2BR,2BA$1.75
823 Main St3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$2.08
Village Crest Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.94
109 Grand St, Unit Unit B109 Grand St2BR,1BA$1.80
139 N Clinton St, Unit Apt 2139 N Clinton St3BR,1BA$1.92
Eden Roc Apartments2 Bedroom with Balcony2BR,1BA$2.05
8 N Clover St, Unit 18 N Clover St1BR,1BA$1.88
31 Lincoln Ave, Unit Unit 131 Lincoln Ave1BR,1BA$1.88
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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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 $1,695.

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 $2,557.

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 67 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 $340 which is $2,217 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Poughkeepsie.

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