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Rental Market Trends in Poughkeepsie, NY

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Poughkeepsie, NY is $1,799/month.

Rent in Poughkeepsie is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,664/month.

$1,799/month

Average Rent

741 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.9%

Change / Year

192

Available Apartments

Poughkeepsie rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Poughkeepsie average $1,403 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Poughkeepsie average $1,799 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Poughkeepsie average $2,246 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Poughkeepsie average $3,008 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,403/month
506 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,799/month
741 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,246/month
991 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,008/month
1,431 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,456/month
1,847 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,493/month
2,773 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,937/month
636 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,206/month
931 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,375/month
1,400 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Poughkeepsie, NY?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.9%, which averages out to $52 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Poughkeepsie, NY

September 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Poughkeepsie, NY
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
2% $700 - $1,000/month
16% $1,001 - $1,500/month
45% $1,501 - $2,000/month
38% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Poughkeepsie?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Poughkeepsie, Waterfront Poughkeepsie and Arlington are the most affordable neighborhoods in Poughkeepsie.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Poughkeepsie
$1,835/month
742 Sq Ft
Waterfront Poughkeepsie
$1,912/month
736 Sq Ft
Arlington
$1,962/month
763 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Poughkeepsie?

Based on current rent prices, Arlington, Waterfront Poughkeepsie and Downtown Poughkeepsie are the most expensive neighborhoods in Poughkeepsie.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Arlington
$1,962/month
763 Sq Ft
Waterfront Poughkeepsie
$1,912/month
736 Sq Ft
Downtown Poughkeepsie
$1,835/month
742 Sq Ft

Which Poughkeepsie neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Poughkeepsie with the most apartments available are Downtown Poughkeepsie, Waterfront Poughkeepsie and Arlington .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Poughkeepsie
$1,835/month
742 Sq Ft
Waterfront Poughkeepsie
$1,912/month
736 Sq Ft
Arlington
$1,962/month
763 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Poughkeepsie, NY?

Because the average rent in Poughkeepsie is $1,799, you’ll want to make about $5,996 per month or $71,952 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Poughkeepsie, NY is 19.3% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Poughkeepsie is 41.5% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,403 - $3,008. You can expect to pay 6.9% more for groceries, 17.4% more for utilities, and 10.2% more for transportation.

City

Poughkeepsie, NY

192 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Poughkeepsie, NY compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Poughkeepsie, NY to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Downtown Poughkeepsie

Poughkeepsie, NY

Arlington

Poughkeepsie, NY

Studio
$1,382/month
$1,572/month
One Bedroom
$1,440/month
$1,840/month
Two Bedroom
$1,996/month
$2,271/month
Three Bedroom
$1,251/month
$3,283/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Highland

    Highland

    Avg Rent: $1,381/month

  • Arlington

    Arlington

    Avg Rent: $3,051/month

Apartment Communities in Poughkeepsie We Think You'll Love

44 Springside

44 Springside

44 Springside Ave,
Arlington, NY 12603

2 Beds | $3,350 - $4,500

Village Crest Apartments

Village Crest Apartments

510 Maloney Rd,
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603

1 Bed | $1,900

Country Club Apartments

Country Club Apartments

19 Anthony Dr,
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

1 Bed | $2,275

The Arlington- **Under New Management**

The Arlington- **Under New Management**

21 Raymond Ave,
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603

1 Bed | $2,250

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Poughkeepsie?

The average rent in Poughkeepsie is $1,799 per month, which is 8.1% higher than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Poughkeepsie?

The average rent for a house in Poughkeepsie, NY is $3,456 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Poughkeepsie?

The average rent for a condo in Poughkeepsie, NY is $1,937 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Poughkeepsie?

Rents in Poughkeepsie, NY are increasing, with prices up 2.9% year-over-year and $52 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Poughkeepsie?

In Poughkeepsie, NY, 45% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States New York Poughkeepsie Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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