
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Hill Neighborhood of Poughkeepsie, NY from $800 (55 Rentals)
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204 Main St, Unit 206-2

38 Corlies Ave

Luckey Platt

Colonial Manor Apartments

104 Thompson St, Unit B

58 Noxon St

65 S Clinton St

185 Union St

296 Mill St
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Violet Estates

15 Seitz Terrace

33 Virginia

9 Grand St

319 Mansion St

Royal Cove at Poughkeepsie

93 Catharine St

32 Vernon Terrace

13 Academy St

171 S Cherry St
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714 Main St

188 N Hamilton St

42 Taylor Ave

The Legion

Queen City Lofts Apartments

68 Catharine St

136 202

417 Baker St

Eastmin & Bixby

Bixby Apartments
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The Academy

9-11 Liberty St

172 Winnikee Ave/350 Mansion St

40 Cannon St

403-407 Main St

3 Garden St, Unit 3

387 Main St

The Queen Bee on Main

220 Main St
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222 Mill St

80 Garden St, Unit 3

220 Church St

24 Barclay St

The Smith Corner

50 Garden St

289 Main St

24-26 Academy St

18 Taylor Ave, Unit 3

Hamilton BSD, LLC
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College Hill, Poughkeepsie, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Hill Studio Apartments | $1,372 | $850 | $1,795 |
| College Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,916 | $1,450 | $2,500 |
| College Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,250 | $1,392 | $4,500 |
| College Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,205 | $1,800 | $2,600 |
| College Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,250 | $2,050 | $2,500 |
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There are currently 55 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the College Hill Neighborhood of Poughkeepsie, NY.
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Cheapest Available College Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the College Hill area of Poughkeepsie, NY is a Studio unit found at 81 Academy St priced from $850. Luckey Platt has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,425. Here are the most affordable College Hill apartments for rent in Poughkeepsie, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 81 Academy St | Room1 | Studio,2BA | $850 |
| Luckey Platt | aeS03 | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| Violet Estates | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,645 |
| Hamilton BSD, LLC | Hamilton BSD, LLC - 3K | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Royal Cove at Poughkeepsie | One Bed One Bath Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Queen City Lofts Apartments | 1 BDR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,861 |
| 28 Vernon Ter | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,025 |
| The Union Street Historic District | 1b/1b | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Creek Road Flats | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Hill, NY
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the College Hill area is the $1.92 price per square foot 156 Mansion St Model at 156 Mansion St, Unit 3 BEDROOMS in the in the Poughkeepsie neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value College Hill apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at 28 Vernon Ter starting at $2,025 with a $1.84 price per square foot in the Poughkeepsie neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 156 Mansion St, Unit 3 BEDROOMS | 156 Mansion St | 3BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 28 Vernon Ter | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 77 Garden St, Unit 3 | 77 Garden St | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 81 Academy St | APT 1A | 3BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 44 Springside | Unit C | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Creek Road Flats | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Queen City Lofts Apartments | 2 BDR 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Royal Cove at Poughkeepsie | Two Bed One Bath Upgrade | 2BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Hamilton BSD, LLC | Hamilton BSD, LLC - 3K | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Luckey Platt | aeS03 | Studio ,1BA | $2.97 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in College Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in College Hill is under $2,200.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in College Hill?
The cheapest apartment in College Hill is Hamilton BSD, LLC which is listed at $1,695, while the average apartment in College Hill costs $2,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in College Hill?
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 4 regular apartments in College Hill 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 College Hill?
Cheap apartments in College Hill have an average cost of $207 which is $1,793 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in College Hill.
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