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City of Poughkeepsie

Name: City of Poughkeepsie
Address: 1 Civic Center Plz Ste 301, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12601, US
Telephone: 8454514020

1 Civic Center Plz Ste 301, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12601

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 18 hr ago

About This Property

City of Poughkeepsie operates 1033 units of public housing in Poughkeepsie, NY within Dutchess County. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The housing authority manages these affordable housing options for eligible residents.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

The Poughkeepsie Housing Authority is currently accepting public housing waiting list applications for families and senior/disabled individuals, with no predetermined closing date. Applications can be picked up at the housing authority office located at 4 Howard St., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, durin...

Last verified February 23, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

No specific application details found for this closed waitlist.

Last verified February 23, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

1033

Fair Market Rent - Dutchess County, NY

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$1,237
1 Bedroom	$1,419
2 Bedroom	$1,825
3 Bedroom	$2,315
4 Bedroom	$2,560

Income Limits - Dutchess County, NY

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $21,150
Very Low (50%): $35,200
Low (80%): $55,950

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $24,150
Very Low (50%): $40,200
Low (80%): $63,950

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $27,150
Very Low (50%): $45,250
Low (80%): $71,950

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $30,150
Very Low (50%): $50,250
Low (80%): $79,900

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $32,600
Very Low (50%): $54,300
Low (80%): $86,300

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $58,300
Low (80%): $92,700

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $62,350
Low (80%): $99,100

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $66,350
Low (80%): $105,500

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$21,150	$35,200	$55,950
2 Persons	$24,150	$40,200	$63,950
3 Persons	$27,150	$45,250	$71,950
4 Persons	$30,150	$50,250	$79,900
5 Persons	$32,600	$54,300	$86,300
6 Persons	$35,580	$58,300	$92,700
7 Persons	$40,120	$62,350	$99,100
8 Persons	$44,660	$66,350	$105,500

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Poughkeepsie, NY?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Dutchess County, NY is: $1237 (Studio), $1419 (1BR), $1825 (2BR), $2315 (3BR), $2560 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like City of Poughkeepsie is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does City of Poughkeepsie have?+

City of Poughkeepsie has a total of 1033 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Dutchess County, NY?+

For a 4-person household in Dutchess County, NY, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $30,150, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $50,250, Low Income (80% AMI): $79,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for City of Poughkeepsie?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

How do I apply for housing at City of Poughkeepsie?+

City of Poughkeepsie is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8454514020, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

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