Bordering the Hudson River on the west side, Poughkeepsie sits about 75 miles from Manhattan. Previously a commercial hub with a strong manufacturing presence, Poughkeepsie is finally completing its transition from an industrial powerhouse into an artistic destination filled with galleries, performance halls and museums. Today, this Dutchess County seat is home to about 31,772 people with a median household income of approximately $60,050, which is below the state’s figures. The major industries in Poughkeepsie include health care, education and technology, and top employers are IBM, Health Quest, Vassar College and Marist University.
Poughkeepsie is the beautiful county seat of Dutchess County.
The Mid-Hudson Bridge allows Poughkeepsie residents to get access to Interstate 87.
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Historic homes are a window to the past
Condos and townhouses are concentrated in the southeast area, and multifamily properties, such as triple-deckers and colonial-inspired buildings, are in the northern half of the city. Detached single-family homes are a bit farther from downtown, ranging from American Foursquares, ranch-style homes, Workers Cottages and Cape Cods to split-levels and Colonial-inspired homes. Historic districts such as Garfield Place may have Second Empire and Queen Anne homes, and properties in the Waterfront neighborhood are usually priced higher and have sweeping river views.
Poughkeepsie’s median home price is $375,000. Condos and townhouses are usually around $200,000 to $300,000, and those in the Waterfront neighborhood can sell for over $400,000. Prices for single-family and multifamily properties are typically between $200,000 and over $600,000, and recently built riverfront properties can fetch over $700,000. “Many people from New York City move here because instead of apartments, they want houses with yards and privacy,” says Joyce Stanton, a broker at Century 21 Hudson Valley Realty with 24 years of experience. “We have good supplies of both multifamily and single-family, so people can have many options when they buy homes.”
If cottages are your fancy, Poughkeepsie has you covered.
You will find beautiful architecture details throughout Poughkeepsie.
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Outdoor spaces, attractions and local festivals
The city has about 20 public and county parks, two community pools and several golf courses in its vicinity. Hikers can explore one of the area’s scenic recreational trails such as the Dutchess Rail Trail, and those who like the river can use the boat launch at the waterfront Victor C. Waryas Park. Just north of downtown, Mansion Square Park serves as the city’s unofficial meeting ground for community events, including the Community Day Picnic and a Juneteenth Celebration. Spratt Park has comprehensive sports facilities and fields, a playground and a dog park, making it an essential outdoor hot spot for residents. Upper Landing Park provides access to the 21-story glass elevator that leads to Walkway Over the Hudson, the city’s most notable attraction featuring the world’s longest pedestrian bridge that extends 200 feet above the Hudson River. Area climate is characterized by heavy snow in winter and short, humid summers.
Upper Landing Park has various walking and biking paths in Poughkeepsie, NY.
Walkway Over the Hudson offers breathtaking views of the Hudson River Valley.
A father and his daughter enjoy fishing at Victor C. Waryas Park in downtown Poughkeepsie.
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The cultural draw of Poughkeepsie
In the thriving cultural arts scene of downtown Poughkeepsie, music lovers may attend Hudson Valley Philharmonic performances at Bardavon, an 1869 Opera House that holds the title of the oldest continuously operating theater in the state. Across the street is the Mid-Hudson Civic Center, home to the Majed J. Nesheiwat Convention Center, the McCann Ice Arena and Ice Time Sports Complex, which hosts wrestling and trade shows. Locals can also see theater and dance performances at the Cunneen-Hackett Arts Center, view exhibits at Gallery 40 or celebrate young artists at the annual PKX film festival held in the renovated Trolley Barn.
The colorful marquee of the Bardavon Theater is a landmark in Poughkeepsie.
The Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum in Downtown Poughkeepsie is aimed at educating young chilrden.
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Shopping and dining options in Poughkeepsie
Many of Poughkeepsie’s shops, markets, wine bars and restaurants are in downtown and along Main Street. Notably, Alex’s Restaurant, now a fourth-generation family-run establishment, first opened in 1911 and was frequented by famous patrons such as President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Shopping centers such as Mid-Hudson Plaza and Poughkeepsie Plaza are home to big-box stores and traditional grocery store chains. Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum opened the Poughkeepsie Waterfront Market in 2017, which became the first community farmers market operated by a children’s museum in the country. About 6 miles away, Poughkeepsie Galleria, the area’s main shopping mall, features department stores, retailers and a movie theater.
Residents enjoy the Poughkeepsie Waterfront Market in Victor C. Waryas Park.
The Poughkeepsies Galleria Mall is one of the premiere places to shop.
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Public and private schools and college campuses
The Poughkeepsie City School District serves close to 4,000 students and has a C-minus Niche grade. Several reputable private schools are just outside city limits, including Oakwood Friends School and the kindergarten through 12th grade Poughkeepsie Day School, both of which score an A-plus on Niche. Higher education options, including Vassar College, Dutchess Community College and Marist University, are also close to the city.
Poughkeepsie Middle School serves students in the Poughkeepsie community.
Students in Poughkeepsie finish their education at Poughkeepsie High School.
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Commute to NYC in under two hours
The city is accessible via New York State Route 55 and U.S. Routes 9 and 44. Dutchess County Public Transit provides bus services for the entire county, and rail services are available via Amtrak and MTA, both of which stop at Poughkeepsie Station. Commuters can catch MTA’s Metro-North Hudson Line to reach Manhattan’s Grand Central Terminal in just under two hours. New York Stewart International Airport is approximately 30 miles away, and hospitals nearby include Nuvance Health Vassar Brothers Medical Center and MidHudson Regional Hospital.
Rail services are available via Amtrak and MTA for public transportation in Poughkeepsie.
Dutchess County provides bus services for Poughkeepsie residents.
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Recent crime data
According to data from Poughkeepsie’s police department, there was a slight increase in violent crimes and a slight decrease in property crimes in 2023 compared to 2022.
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