
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Poughkeepsie Neighborhood of Poughkeepsie, NY from $800 (49 Rentals)
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131 N Clinton St

26 Du Bois Ave, Unit 1

Luckey Platt

20 Noxon St

315 Main St

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8 Mansion St, Unit 2

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127 Union St, Unit 125-3

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48 Columbia St
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206 Smith St, Unit #2

23 Glenwood Ave

110 Mill Street

296 Mill St

49 Fairview Ave, Unit Apt 2

21 Jewett Ave

319 Mansion St

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34 Gifford Ave, Unit 1st floor

9 Grand St
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113 Mill Street- Fire Station

160 Union

32 Vernon Terrace

156 N Clinton St

10 Worrall Ave

15 Albany St, Unit 4

15 Albany St, Unit 2

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81 Cannon St, Unit 4

Eastmin & Bixby
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The Academy

9-11 Liberty St

40 Cannon St

238 Church St, Unit 3

69 Glenwood Ave

The Queen Bee on Main

387 Main St
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Rip Van Winkle House Apartments

220 Church St

162 Mill St

63 Cannon St

24 Barclay St

The Smith Corner

289 Main St

50 Garden St

18 Taylor Ave, Unit 3
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54 S Bridge St

6 Eastman Terrace

96 S Hamilton St

52 Talmadge St
Downtown Poughkeepsie, Poughkeepsie, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Poughkeepsie?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Poughkeepsie Studio Apartments | $1,634 | $1,350 | $1,940 |
| Downtown Poughkeepsie 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,905 | $1,400 | $2,437 |
| Downtown Poughkeepsie 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,170 | $1,350 | $3,186 |
| Downtown Poughkeepsie 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,340 | $1,800 | $3,300 |
| Downtown Poughkeepsie 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,666 | $2,300 | $2,950 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 49 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Poughkeepsie Neighborhood of Poughkeepsie, NY.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Poughkeepsie Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Poughkeepsie area of Poughkeepsie, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at The Queen Bee on Main priced from $1,475. 8 Eastman Ter has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable Downtown Poughkeepsie apartments for rent in Poughkeepsie, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Queen Bee on Main | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| 8 Eastman Ter | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Queen City Lofts Apartments | 1 BDR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,861 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Poughkeepsie, NY
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Poughkeepsie area is the $2.12 price per square foot 228 Mansion St Model at 228 Mansion St in the in the Fairview neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Downtown Poughkeepsie apartment is the 34 Gifford Ave Model at 34 Gifford Ave, Unit 1st floor starting at $1,725 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Fairview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Poughkeepsie apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 228 Mansion St | 228 Mansion St | 4BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| 34 Gifford Ave, Unit 1st floor | 34 Gifford Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 6 Mount Carmel Pl, Unit 2 | 6 Mount Carmel Pl | 3BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 9 Lawrence Rd, Unit 1 | 9 Lawrence Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 77 Garden St, Unit 3 | 77 Garden St | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 139 N Clinton St, Unit Apt 2 | 139 N Clinton St | 3BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 206 Smith St, Unit #2 | 206 Smith St | 2BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 127 Union St, Unit 125-3 | 127 Union St | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| 48 Columbia St | 48 Columbia St | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Admiral Wm F Halsey Senior Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Poughkeepsie, Poughkeepsie, NY
Ranked #8
Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Poughkeepsie Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Poughkeepsie Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Poughkeepsie Apartment is $1,475 at The Queen Bee on Main.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Poughkeepsie Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Poughkeepsie is starting from $1,850 at 8 Eastman Ter.
What is the most affordable Downtown Poughkeepsie Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Poughkeepsie Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 7 Franklin Street and starts from $2,100.
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