Marist College

Poughkeepsie, NY

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Marist College - Poughkeepsie, NY

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Founded in 1929 as a school for the training of future Marist Brothers, Marist College has since developed into one of the leading colleges of the arts and sciences in the nation. Notable for its use of technology to enhance the teaching and learning process, Marist is committed to excellence in education, a pursuit of higher human values, and the principle of service.

Stretched across a 210-acre campus overlooking the Hudson River in the heart of historic Hudson Valley, Marist is proximate to a wide variety of apartments, townhomes, and houses available for rent. Access to U.S. 9 and public transit makes commuting and traveling from campus simple.

A broad range of student activities and organizations, lecture series, special events, and NCAA Division I Red Fox athletics contribute to the vibrant campus atmosphere at Marist. A thriving arts scene, outdoor recreational opportunities, and unique eateries abound just off campus in Poughkeepsie. Albany and New York City are each within an hour’s drive of Marist.

Rent Trends

As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Poughkeepsie, NY is $1,191 for a studio, $1,632 for one bedroom, $2,075 for two bedrooms, and $2,733 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Poughkeepsie has increased by 0.3% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 562 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,191/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 717 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,632/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 969 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,075/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,377 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,733/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

60

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

21

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

48

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Oak Grove Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

487 Students

7
out of 10

Arthur S May School

Public

Grades K-5

532 Students

6
out of 10

Kinry Road Elementary School

Public

Grades PK & 3-6

371 Students

6
out of 10

Noxon Road Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

350 Students

6
out of 10

Hagan School

Public

Grades 3-5

362 Students

5
out of 10

Orville A Todd Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

359 Students

7
out of 10

Poughkeepsie Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

877 Students

3
out of 10

Columbus School

Public

487 Students

Rating Unavailable

Dutchess Boces

Public

Grades K-12

306 Students

Rating Unavailable

Spackenkill High School

Public

Grades 9-12

526 Students

8
out of 10

Poughkeepsie High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,165 Students

2
out of 10

Columbus School

Public

487 Students

Rating Unavailable

Dutchess Boces

Public

Grades K-12

306 Students

Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Mid-Hudson Children's Museum
  • Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park
  • Locust Grove
  • Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site
  • Home of Franklin D Roosevelt National Historic Site

Airports

  • New York Stewart International

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