
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Poughkeepsie Neighborhood of Poughkeepsie, NY from $800 (11 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Poughkeepsie area of Poughkeepsie.


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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 | $1,490 | $1,350 | $1,725 |
| Downtown Poughkeepsie 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,853 | $800 | $2,800 |
| Downtown Poughkeepsie 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,144 | $1,650 | $3,300 |
| Downtown Poughkeepsie 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,300 | $1,750 | $3,300 |
| Downtown Poughkeepsie 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,166 | $1,750 | $2,631 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 11 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 Kaal Rock Manor Apartments priced from $1,700. 7 Franklin Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Downtown Poughkeepsie apartments for rent in Poughkeepsie, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kaal Rock Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom 3rd floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| 7 Franklin Street | 7 Franklin Street - 7 | 3BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Queen City Lofts Apartments | 1 BDR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,861 |
| Eden Roc Apartments | 2 Bedroom with Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $1,998 |
| The Legion | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,010 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Poughkeepsie, NY
As of January 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown 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 Downtown 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 Downtown 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 |
| 29 N Bridge St, Unit 1 | 29 N Bridge St | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| 55 Worrall Ave, Unit Apt 1 | 55 Worrall Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 34 Gifford Ave, Unit 1st floor | 34 Gifford Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 11 Fairview Ave, Unit APT 2 | 11 Fairview Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Kaal Rock Manor Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.24 |
| Eden Roc Apartments | 2 Bedroom with Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 224 Mill St, Unit Second Floor | 224 Mill St | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 2 Hanscom Ave, Unit 2 | 2 Hanscom Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Admiral Wm F Halsey Senior Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Poughkeepsie Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Poughkeepsie?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Poughkeepsie is Kaal Rock Manor Apartments which is listed at $1,700, while the average apartment in Downtown Poughkeepsie costs $2,225.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 6 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Poughkeepsie?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Poughkeepsie have an average cost of $321 which is $1,904 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Poughkeepsie.
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