It’s that time of the year when many college students are securing deposits and signing leases. So, you know, I have to provide y’all with the ultimate college apartment checklist for move-in day.
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Picture this: you’re an upperclassman in college and your school just put you in an off-campus apartment nearly forty minutes away from school. You know the apartment is fully furnished, but you still have no idea what to bring to make this transition from dorm life to apartment living the easiest it can be.
That was me last year, and if you’re reading this post, you’re probably in the same position. Maybe your place is near school or maybe your apartment isn’t even furnished and you need to buy your first set of big girl/big boy furniture. Either way, I’m here to help you with an exhaustive list of everything you need with my ultimate college apartment checklist for students.
Check it out below.
Living Room
- Couch
- Coffee Table
- TV Stand
- TV
- Rug (8×10 or 9×12 in size)
- Floor lamp
- Throw pillows
- Throw blankets
- Curtains
- Wall Art
- Bookshelf
Bathroom
- Shower Liner
- Shower Curtain
- Shower Rug
- Shower Curtain Rings
- Toilet Paper
- Bath Mat
- Trash Cans
- Toilet Plunger
- Toilet Brush
- Toilet Cleaner
- Disinfectant Spray
- Washcloths
- Hand towels
- Comet
- Drano (for clogged drains)
- Shower caddy
- Bathrobe
- Toiletries (Toothbrush, toothpaste, mouthwash, etc)
Bedroom
- Bed/bedframe
- Mattress
- Mattress Topper
- Box Springs
- Underbed storage
- Sheets
- Comforter
- Pillow/pillowcases
- Nightstand
- Lamp
- Dresser drawer
- Hangers
- Hamper
- Curtain rods
- Fan
- Heater
- Desk and chair
- Trash can
- Laundry basket
- Area rug
- Posters
- Over-the-door hooks or organizers
- Extension cords
- Desk lamp
- Iron and ironing board
- Full-length mirror
- Storage cubes or bins
- Bedside caddy or organizer
Kitchen
- Dishes (Spoons, Forks, Knives, Bowls, Plates)
- Pots
- Pans
- Kitchen Utensils (Spatula, Whisk, Measuring Cups, Ladle, etc.)
- Drying Rack
- Cutting Board
- Corkscrew
- Can Opener
- Cheese Grater
- Tongs
- Glass Cups/Plastic Cups
- Napkins/Paper Towels
- Spices (Salt, Pepper, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Old Bay, Paprika)
- Tupperware
- Silverware Organizer
- Paper Towel Holder
- Air fryer
- Sponges
- Dish Soap
- Vinegar
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Cast-Iron Skillet
- Keurig/Coffee Maker
- Ziplock bag
- Knife Set
- Pizza Cutter
- Food Storage Containers
- Colander
- Mixing Bowls
- Pitcher
- Ice Maker/Ice Cube Tray
- Kitchen Cleaner/Bar Keeper’s Friend
- Toaster
Health + Wellness
- Hydrogen Peroxide
- Pads/Tampons
- Band-Aids
- Alcohol
- Kleenex
- Razors
- Shaving Cream/Nair/Waxing Material
- Bathroom Organizer
- Cotton Balls
- Candles
- Flashlight
- Lightbulbs
- Pain Reliever
- Nail Clippers
- Body Wash
- Your Fave Skincare + Hair Care Materials
Appliances
- Washing Machine
- Dryer
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Stove/Oven
- Microwave
Must Haves
- Laundry Detergent
- Air Purifier
- Dish Soap
- Shower Organizer
- Broom + Dust Pan
- Printer
- Mop
- Vacuum
- Scissors
- Box Cutter
- Computer
- Router
- HDMI Cord
- Power Strips
- Spice Rack
- Bleach
- Toilet Cleaner
Y’all, I am so excited about moving into my apartment! Even though I’ve lived in this place before, the thrill of decorating my room still gives me a refreshing feeling that I’ll never get tired of. I’ve done everything from creating my own floor plans to investing in my dream apartment decor. As this is my last year on campus, I’m committed to making this space my new sanctuary and home away from home. Expect some content from me soon about that! 😉
While I’ve been doing all this fantasizing, I know that getting my must-haves is my top priority. Since I’ll be using this list as my official packing list, I wanted to share it with you guys to make the transition easy for you too.
If you’re moving into a college apartment, let me know what your absolute essentials are in the comments below and make sure to subscribe to my newsletter to get the latest updates on my platform. I just upgraded my email marketing, and if you’re not a part of the newsletter, you’ll be missing out, sis.
Love yaaaaa!
