When you’re trying to furnish a new house on a fairly tight budget, it can be difficult to navigate the seemingly infinite selection of kitchen tools, linens, and home furnishings when shopping for your first apartment.
The good news is that you’re choosing these things on your own for the first time because this is your first apartment, and you’ll probably buy these things again in the future, so you don’t have to commit to a mattress, dishes, or bath towels for the rest of your life.
Don’t forget to put some money away for the unexpected items you’ll need for your first apartment as you go through our comprehensive first apartment checklist; these small extras will make your first adult living space a little cozier.
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Bedroom Checklist
Many of the necessities for a bedroom you may already own, whether you raid your college dorm room supply or your own bedroom. Assume that you will need two sets of sheets so that you can wash one while the other is on your bed.
Living Room Checklist
Your living room is where a lot of expensive furniture, TVs, couches, and other objects reside, so you might wind up paying a little extra there. Many pieces of furniture can be found used if money is tight, so you can furnish your first flat in elegance.
Bathroom Checklist
Investing in the appropriate accessories for your first apartment’s bathroom will help create a calm space for self-care. Purchasing luxurious bath towels and organizers to keep all of your things organized is a wise investment.
Kitchen and Dining Checklist
Investing in a well-stocked kitchen can be costly initially, but when you cook more often at home, you’ll save money. A basic set of glasses or plates can do just fine for many years; you don’t need to go out on the newest and greatest versions of anything.