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Best First Apartment Checklist-Essential Items You Need

Are you ready to take the next step in your life and planning to move into your first apartment? It sounds so exciting for first-timers. Every item will be according to your need and choice be it bedroom stuff, bathroom items, kitchen utensils, cleaning products, or everything from scratch. It is so much fun. This first apartment checklist will have you covered with all the essential items.

Being ready with the checklist is the most important thing because then accordingly you can plan. I implemented this when I had my first apartment and it made things easier. It is very important to spend on essential needs first and then, later on, you can buy other luxurious items.

There are a couple of tips I would like to share before we proceed further. Make sure you check the prices in all the major online stores like Amazon, Wayfair, Walmart, and Home Depot before you buy your product so you can buy from the one which is offering you the best deal.

Also, you don’t need to buy expensive furniture. You can get your parent’s old furniture which they are not using or maybe buy some furniture from a thrift store.

Always keep your eyes and ears open for online sales especially sales on Black Friday. You can save a lot of money here.

Let’s unfold

First Apartment Checklist

Bedroom

1.Bed Frame

As I mentioned before you can get it from your family or from the thrift store. Try to look for the best deals online. Before getting the bed frame try and figure out the dimension according to your apartment size. After all your apartment needs to look spacious too so if you will get a big frame it will occupy most of the area.

You can buy Queen upholstered bed frame from Amazon.

2.Sheets

You don’t need more than two sheets in the beginning. Just make sure you wash them regularly.

3.Mattress

I was very sure that I won’t be spending too much on the mattress but at the same time, I wanted it to be comfortable. I think I found the best deal.

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4.Pillow

I make sure my pillows are soft and comfortable. I got duvet covers too.

5.Bedroom Furniture

These items you will be needing so buy them one at a time as per the requirements.

Bedside Lamps

Mirror

Desk

Chair

Curtains

Box Spring

Alarm Clock

Nightstand-Choose a tiered nightstand that has ample storage space so that you can keep your charger or any other items there.

Mattress Topper

Shoe Rack

Dresser

Wall Art- You don’t want your walls to look cluttered with pictures but you don’t want them to look empty too. So a nice wall art will definitely look classy.

Duvet

Hangers

Book Shelf

Wardrobe-Usually in rented apartments there is not enough closet space so you need a wardrobe where you can keep all your clothes.

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Ottoman With In-Built Storage-You can keep your sandals or throw blankets in the storage.

Living Room

Buying things for the living room is expensive so research thoroughly before you buy any item. If you like to invite your friends for a movie or sports or for just a casual get-together you have to make sure there is enough seating arrangement.

1.Couch

This takes away a lot from your wallet. When I bought it I searched every online store to find the best deal for me.

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You can also buy a sleeper sofa that works as a bed too.

2.Television

I spend most of my time on my iPhone and hardly get time to watch tv but whenever I have my friends with me we would watch a movie or a sport. I wanted to buy a big-screen TV but did not want to spend a lot so I bought a TCL television set. The quality of the video is top-notch.

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3.Table

I was looking for a multi-purpose table which will work well as a coffee table and food table and I can use it for my work as well. I also wanted it to look stylish.

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4.Miscellaneous Living Room Essentials

You don’t need to buy them immediately but these items will make your living room beautiful.

Curtains

Pillows

Vases

Lamp

Windows Treatment

Kitchen

I would suggest you initially only get the essential dishes but later on, you can buy a full dish set. Also, you won’t want to eat your food sitting on the couch all the time so maybe later you can buy a bar stool or kitchen table.

1.Dishes

You can get it from IKEA. They have a good collection. Since it was my first apartment I was looking for a bundle package. You get it at a low price. I got mine from Amazon. This included mugs, bowls, and dishes.

2.Appliances

It depends on your requirement but the most important appliances are

Microwave

Toaster

Blender

Grinder

Hand Mixer

Crockpot

Coffeemaker-You, don’t need to pay every day to have coffee at Starbucks. Just get a coffeemaker and make your coffee whenever you want.

Food Container

Instant Pot

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

3.Utensils And Cleaning Items

You will be needing utensils and serving utensils. These are mandatory items so look for the best option online. I found them on Amazon.

Hygiene is essential. If your kitchen is clean you will feel good and would love to try new dishes. Few Cleaning items are

Trash Can

Garbage Bags

Dustpan

Broom

Tea Pot

Refrigerator Deodorizer– You keep a number of different food items in the refrigerator and this results in a nasty odor. A refrigerator deodorizer removes the odor completely.

Oven Mitts- Instead of using old clothes it is better to use oven mitts, it keeps you safe from any burns.

Colander

Dishwasher Pods

Multi-purpose Spray

Paper Towel

Dish Towels- Your dishtowels will be visible most of the time so get nice textured cute towels that even if left out in open don’t embarrass you.

Corkscrew

Sponges

Skillet

Bowls

Paper Towel Holder

Drinking Glass-Get a set of tall and short glasses that will be useful for all occasions. Even if you are hosting a party you don’t need to buy extra glasses.

Bottle Opener

Water Purifier

Saucepan

Bakeware– To make pizza or cake or cookies you need bakeware

Spoons

Loop Brushes- You need to clean your water bottles and pot and for that, you need loop brushes.

Forks

Spatula

Liquid Soap- The liquid soap gets rid of all the grease on your dishes and makes them look fresh.

4.Miscellaneous Kitchen Items

Apart from utensils, there are a few other important kitchen stuff

Bar Stools

Baking Sheet

Knives

Tupperware

Aluminum Foil

Wine Glass

Chopping Board

Cookie Sheet

Casserole

Measuring Cups

Dish Drying Rack

Hand Soap– After cleaning your kitchen you need to clean your hands so stock up a couple of bottles in advance.

Bathroom Items

There are a few must-haves in a bathroom from bath towels, and shower liners to cleaning supplies.

Hand Towels

Washing Machine

Bathroom Cleaning Spray

Toilet Paper

Shower Curtain Liner

Bucket

Shampoo

Hooks

Soap

Shower Curtain

Toilet Cleaner

Loofah

Conditioner

Body Wash

Tooth Paste

Tongue Cleaner

Toothbrush

Toothbrush Holder

Bath Towel

Shower Caddy- Like other parts of your home you want your bathroom also to look organized. Keeping your shampoo, body wash, and conditioner, on a shower caddy will make your bathroom look clean.

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Detergent

Plunger

Bathroom Mat

Personal, Laundry, And Miscellaneous Items

These are some personal and other stuff you need

Laptop

Hair Straightener

Hair Dryer

Charger

Candles

First Aid Kit

Sewing Kit

Fan

Chip Clips

Makeup Organizer- It will keep your skincare product, and makeup items look neat and organized.

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Perfume

Deodorant

Yoga Mat

Window Ac

Space Heater

Steam Iron

Ironing Board

Dustpan

Umbrella

Scissors

Bulbs

Laundry Basket

Vacuum Cleaner

Flashlight

Speaker

Wi-fi Router

Batteries

Air Freshener

Mop

Smoke Detector

Duct Tape

Screw Drivers

Stapler

Anti-Bacterial Wipes

Fire Extinguisher

Hammer

Wood Cleaner

Measuring Tape

Grocery Items

The list of grocery items depends on your personal choice but there are some essentials that everyone needs.

Sugar

Salt

Pepper

Spices

Butter

Vegetable

Vanilla Extract

Baking Soda

Vinegar

Baking Powder

Edible Oil

Mayonnaise

Fruit Juices

Fruits

Coffee

Milk

Tea

Sauce

Nutella

Flour

Meat

Rice

Noodles

Pasta

Oats

Cereal

Bread

Cheese

Jam

Eggs

Snacks

Did you like this checklist for apartments? Let me know. I would love your response.

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