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property at 65 S Hamilton St

$1,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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65 S Hamilton St

PoughkeepsieNY12601
property at 78 Garden St

$1,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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78 Garden St

PoughkeepsieNY12601

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 96 S Hamilton St

$1,550 - $2,000

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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96 S Hamilton St

PoughkeepsieNY12601
property at 2 Garden St

$1,600

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2 Garden St, Unit 2

2 Garden St
PoughkeepsieNY12601

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 61 S Hamilton St

$1,800

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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61 S Hamilton St

PoughkeepsieNY12601
property at 7 Franklin St

$1,800

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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7 Franklin St

PoughkeepsieNY12601
property at 40 Haviland Rd

$1,850

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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40 Haviland Rd

PoughkeepsieNY12601

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property at 8 Morgan Ave

$1,900

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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8 Morgan Ave

PoughkeepsieNY12601
property at 8 Morgan Ave

$1,900

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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8 Morgan Ave

PoughkeepsieNY12601
property at 8 Morgan Ave

$1,900

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

8 Morgan Ave

PoughkeepsieNY12601

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Poughkeepsie, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Poughkeepsie, NY

Pricing Updated: 12/18/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Poughkeepsie, NY area range in price from $480 to $3,952 with an overall median price of $2,458. The three Poughkeepsie neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Sleight Farms at $1,800, Mountain View at Gardiner at $1,900, and Academy Street Historic District at $1,000. 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$1,800$1,8001
Mountain View at Gardiner$1,900$1,9001
Academy Street Historic District$2,200$1,00076
College Hill$2,200$1,00083
Downtown Poughkeepsie$2,200$1,00088
Main Street$2,200$1,00088
Arlington District$2,250$1,00078
South Avenue$2,275$1,00069
Waterfront Poughkeepsie$2,350$1,22757
Arlington$2,500$1,20054

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. 823 Main St in the Arlington District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. 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
823 Main StStudioStudio,1BA$1,200
Luckey PlattS4Studio,1BA$1,494
Highland Crossing1 bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,500
2633 South RdThe Lyndhurst1BR,1BA$1,550
Violet EstatesStudioStudio,1BA$1,690

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Poughkeepsie, NY

As of December 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the 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 Poughkeepsie apartment is the 34 Gifford Ave Model at 34 Gifford Ave, Unit 1st floor starting at $1,800 with a $1.50 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.
85 Cannon St, Unit 285 Cannon St1BR,2BA$1.56
34 Gifford Ave, Unit 1st floor34 Gifford Ave2BR,1BA$1.50
29 N Bridge St, Unit 129 N Bridge St2BR,2BA$1.75
8 Fox Ter, Unit apartment 38 Fox Ter1BR,1BA$1.50
9 N Water St, Unit 99 N Water St3BR,1.5BA$1.67
11 Fairview Ave, Unit APT 211 Fairview Ave3BR,1BA$1.91
Kaal Rock Manor Apartments1 bedroom 3rd floor1BR,1BA$1.82
107 N Bridge St, Unit 1107 N Bridge St1BR,1BA$1.78
8 N Clover St, Unit 18 N Clover St1BR,1BA$1.88
31 Lincoln Ave, Unit Unit 131 Lincoln Ave1BR,1BA$1.88

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about Poughkeepsie

What type of rentals are currently available in Poughkeepsie?

There are currently 404 Apartments for Rent in Poughkeepsie, NY with pricing that ranges from $675 to $3,800. There are also 85 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Poughkeepsie ranging from $1,475 to $7,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Poughkeepsie?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Poughkeepsie ranges from $1,475 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,439.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Poughkeepsie?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Poughkeepsie range from $1,800 to $3,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,800 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,675 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,750.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.