Poughkeepsie Apartments for Rent

About Poughkeepsie

Situated alongside the Hudson River, Poughkeepsie apartments for rent are a good option for anyone attending Vassar College or Marist College. Both campuses are partly within the city and Dutchess Community College is just minutes away, ideal if you want to brush up on a skill or take some classes.

You will find the Poughkeepsie train station at the end of Main Street near the river offering a nice option for commuters. Some residents here may be interested in living near the Saint Francis Hospital on Washington Street. You will find shopping along the Dutchess Turnpike including a grocery store, Kmart and restaurants.

One place you might want to visit while renting an apartment in Poughkeepsie is the Home of Franklin D Roosevelt located north of the city alongside the river. You can take a self-guided tour of the museum and walk around the grounds, gardens and trails of this 300-acre site. For more dedicated exercise buffs, you can go for a long run or bike ride on the Dutchess County Rail Trail. College Hill Park has walking paths, playgrounds and ball fields. Kids may enjoy a trip to the Mid-Hudson Children's Museum.

There is a large selection of Poughkeepsie apartments for rent to choose from, particularly near the train station and Main Street. Other areas to consider are north of Innis Avenue and close to the Dutchess Turnpike.

The following chart shows the average rent for an apartment in Poughkeepsie, NY and nearby cities: