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81 Academy St
81 Academy StPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Poughkeepsie Neighborhood of Poughkeepsie, NY from $800 (31 Rentals)
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$1,300
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Base Rent$1,300
Total Monthly Price$1,300
204 Main St, Unit 206-2
204 Main StPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
38 Corlies Ave
PoughkeepsieNY12601
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$1,400 - $2,475Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Kaal Rock Manor Apartments
50 Rinaldi BlvdPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
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$1,425 - $1,939Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Luckey Platt
57 Cannon StPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
69 Glenwood Ave
PoughkeepsieNY12603
104 Thompson St, Unit B
104 Thompson St
PoughkeepsieNY12601
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45 Fulton Ave
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65 S Clinton St
PoughkeepsieNY12601
185 Union St
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$1,600
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Base Rent$1,600
Total Monthly Price$1,600
55 Worrall Ave, Unit 3
55 Worrall AvePoughkeepsie, NY 12603
296 Mill St
PoughkeepsieNY12601
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Eastmin & Bixby
22 Montgomery StPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
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Bixby Apartments
21 Charles StPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
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Hamilton Garden Apartments
94 S Hamilton StPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
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The Academy
35 Academy StPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
8 Davies Pl
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172 Winnikee Ave/350 Mansion St
166-172 Winnikee AvePoughkeepsie, NY 12601
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9-11 Liberty St
9-11 Liberty StPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
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40 Cannon St
40 Cannon StPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
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403-407 Main St
403-407 Main StPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
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3 Garden St, Unit 3
3 Garden St
PoughkeepsieNY12601
160 Academy St
PoughkeepsieNY12601
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387 Main St
387 Main StPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
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The Queen Bee on Main
468 Main StPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
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Rip Van Winkle House Apartments
10 Rinaldi BlvdPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
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220 Main St
220 Main StPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
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220 Church St
220 Church StPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
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162 Mill St
162 Mill StPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
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24 Barclay St
24 Barclay StPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
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The Smith Corner
54-58 Smith StPoughkeepsie, NY 12601
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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 | $1,360 | $850 | $1,795 |
| Downtown Poughkeepsie 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,879 | $1,475 | $2,500 |
| Downtown Poughkeepsie 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,181 | $1,392 | $3,600 |
| Downtown Poughkeepsie 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,295 | $1,800 | $3,300 |
| Downtown Poughkeepsie 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,250 | $2,050 | $2,500 |
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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 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 Downtown Poughkeepsie 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 |
| Hamilton BSD, LLC | Hamilton BSD, LLC - 3K | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Kaal Rock Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom 3rd floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| 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 |
| Water Club Luxury Living | One Bedroom Waitlist | 1BR,1BA | $2,285 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Poughkeepsie, NY
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Poughkeepsie area is the $2.23 price per square foot 2BD-2BA Loft + Terrace Model at 160 Union in the in the Fairview neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Downtown Poughkeepsie apartment is the 156 Mansion St Model at 156 Mansion St, Unit 3 BEDROOMS starting at $2,300 with a $1.92 price per square foot in the Poughkeepsie 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 160 Union | 2BD-2BA Loft + Terrace | 2BR,2BA | $2.23 |
| 156 Mansion St, Unit 3 BEDROOMS | 156 Mansion St | 3BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 77 Garden St, Unit 3 | 77 Garden St | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 28 Vernon Ter | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 81 Academy St | APT 1A | 3BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Kaal Rock Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom 3rd floor | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Queen City Lofts Apartments | 2 BDR 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Hamilton BSD, LLC | Hamilton BSD, LLC - 3K | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| 55 Worrall Ave, Unit 3 | 55 Worrall Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Admiral Wm F Halsey Senior Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Poughkeepsie Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Poughkeepsie?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Poughkeepsie is under $2,285.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Poughkeepsie?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Poughkeepsie is Hamilton BSD, LLC which is listed at $1,695, while the average apartment in Downtown Poughkeepsie costs $2,000.
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 3 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 $135 which is $1,865 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Poughkeepsie.
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