<p>So this may be a strange question, considering I am a senior in college and never went/applied to Vassar, but...</p>
<p>I currently live in NYC, but after graduation I am considering moving up to Poughkeepsie. I have heard mixed reviews of the area, so I was wondering if anyone who has lived/spent time in the city would have any advice/thoughts. What is it like in town, near the train station? Is it still "gritty" and "dangerous" as I have read in some places? Any idea how it would compare in this respect to NYC?</p>
<p>Sorry to be a bother. Just didn't know of a better place to ask!</p>
<p>Living in NYC is too expensive, and I miss nature/space. I like upstate New York a lot, and would love to move somewhere like Rosendale or New Paltz, but I also need to be along the Metro North so Poughkeepsie is more feasible.</p>
<p>The actual town of Poughkeepsie is a downtrodden and unsavory place to find oneself. However, the rest of Poughkeepsie is very pleasant. The large malls have all the stores you could want and there are a good number of restaurants of all types. New Paltz is a short ride away, about 20-30 minutes. My son, who goes to school in NP is in Poughkeepsie quite often for shopping. He frequents Home Depot, Michael’s, Bed Bath & Beyond, Target and the Mall regularly.</p>
<p>Thanks for your reply! When you say the “town of Poughkeepsie,” what exactly does that refer to (streets, etc.)? This is another thing I’m a little lost on.</p>
<p>When looking at a map, the area refered to as Downtown Poughkeepsie is the area to steer clear of. It consists of Main Street and it’s surrounding streets. The part of Poughkeepsie to enjoy is along route 9.</p>