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property at 18 Taylor Ave

$1,675

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$1,675

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$1,675

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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18 Taylor Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

18 Taylor Ave
PoughkeepsieNY12601
property at 49 Fairview Ave

$1,700

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$1,700

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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49 Fairview Ave, Unit Apt 2, Unit Apt 2

49 Fairview Ave
PoughkeepsieNY12601
property at 54 S Bridge St

$1,725

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$1,725

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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54 S Bridge St

PoughkeepsieNY12601

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property at 8 Morgan Ave

$1,850

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$1,850

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$1,850

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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8 Morgan Ave, Unit 4, Unit 4

8 Morgan Ave
PoughkeepsieNY12601

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property at 174 South Ave

$1,950

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$1,950

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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174 South Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

174 South Ave
PoughkeepsieNY12601

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property at 37 Roosevelt Ave

$2,000

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$2,000

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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37 Roosevelt Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

37 Roosevelt Ave
PoughkeepsieNY12601

Poughkeepsie, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Poughkeepsie, NY

Pricing Updated: 05/18/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Poughkeepsie, NY area range in price from $480 to $3,800 with an overall median price of $2,871. The three Poughkeepsie neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are College Hill at $1,430, Grove at New Windsor at $480, and Victoria Estates at $1,400. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Poughkeepsie Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
College Hill$2,218$1,43068
Grove at New Windsor$2,230$48020
Victoria Estates$2,450$1,40010
Waterfront Poughkeepsie$2,475$1,25050
Old Hopewell Estates$2,675$1,30023
Sleight Farms$2,700$2,4501
Regency at Fishkill$2,925$1,30030
Academy Street Historic District$2,950$1,35059
Arlington$2,950$1,45039
Arlington District$2,950$1,43058

Cheapest Available Poughkeepsie Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Poughkeepsie, NY is a Studio unit found at Luckey Platt in the Fairview neighborhood priced from $1,695. Kaal Rock Manor Apartments in the Fairview neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Poughkeepsie apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Luckey PlattS17Studio,1BA$1,695
Kaal Rock Manor Apartments1 bedroom 3rd floor1BR,1BA$1,700
Vassar Garden Apartments2bed/1bath2BR,1BA$1,700
2633 South RdThe Lyndhurst1BR,1BA$1,750
Violet Estates1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,770
110 Mill Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,775
160 Union1 BD 1BA Flat1BR,1BA$1,800
Orchard HillsOne BR1BR,1BA$1,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Poughkeepsie, NY

As of May 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Poughkeepsie area is the $1.47 price per square foot 7 Madison Ave Model at 7 Madison Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Fairview neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Poughkeepsie apartment is the 87 Albany St Model at 87 Albany St, Unit Albany Street starting at $2,500 with a $1.92 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.
7 Madison Ave, Unit 17 Madison Ave2BR,1BA$1.47
87 Albany St, Unit Albany Street87 Albany St3BR,1BA$1.92
Vassar Garden Apartments3bed/1bath3BR,1BA$1.68
6 Mount Carmel Pl, Unit 26 Mount Carmel Pl3BR,1BA$2.08
29 N Bridge St, Unit 129 N Bridge St2BR,2BA$1.65
77 Garden St, Unit 377 Garden St3BR,1BA$1.82
139 N Clinton St, Unit Apt 2139 N Clinton St3BR,1BA$1.92
43 Milton Tpke, Unit B43 Milton Tpke2BR,1BA$1.89
Kaal Rock Manor Apartments1 bedroom 3rd floor1BR,1BA$1.82
Admiral Wm F Halsey Senior VillageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.00

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Poughkeepsie

What type of rentals are currently available in Poughkeepsie?

There are currently 372 Apartments for Rent in Poughkeepsie, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,250 to $4,230. There are also 59 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Poughkeepsie ranging from $1,475 to $6,550.

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 $6,550 with an average monthly rent of $2,932.

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 $4,230, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $6,550. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,950.

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.

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Poughkeepsie Insider: Discovering the City's Hidden Gem Neighborhood for Affordable Renting

Written by: Chris Munier

I am Chris, Local Expert for AppartmentHomeLiving.com for Poughkeepsie, New York. I have been a member of the community since 2000, and have witnessed its transformative growth.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.