This post: My first apartment checklist – free printable

When my daughter moved out of her dorm room into an apartment her sophomore year of college, I thought it would be a breeze. After all, we had already been through the entire dorm set-up. How much more could we possibly need?

To say I was wrong is an understatement… setting up an apartment is no small task. Even if you cut a couple of corners (like most college kids do), you still need to purchase so many things!

Looking back, it would have made preparing and buying everything so much easier if my daughter and I knew exactly what she needed to buy (and what she didn’t) to set up house.  

To make things a lot easier for you than they were for me, I’m sharing the comprehensive “My New Apartment Checklist” that my daughter and I created to get her set up in her new apartment. From furniture and kitchen necessities to cleaning supplies and all the extras, this handy list will make shopping for your child’s first apartment (or house) a snap! 

Plus, to make it even easier, you can download our My New Apartment Checklist FREE Printable to carry with you when you hit the stores so you can check everything off your list as you go.

Just a heads up – this checklist covers more than you’ll likely need (we tried to cover everything your child will need along with a few things they might want), so don’t feel as though you need to buy everything on the list. Use this list as your guide!

To download the “My First Apartment Checklist” Free Printable, scroll down to the bottom of the page!

Bedroom

• mattress/bed/frame
• mattress pad
• comforter/duvet cover
• sheet sets (2)
• bed pillows (2)
• blanket/throw
• decorative pillows (optional)
• dresser/nightstand
• full-length mirror
• hangers/closet organization
• window curtains/blinds
• rug (optional)

Living Room

• couch
• side table (1-2)
• coffee table
• lamps (1-2)
• tv/stand
• wall shelves/shelving unit
• comfy throw blanket
• decorative pillows (optional)
• area rug (optional)
• wall decor (optional)
• candles/plants/pictures (optional)

Bathroom

• bath towels (2-4)
• hand towels (2-4)
• washcloths (2-4)
• shower curtain/liner/hooks
• bath mat/rug
• soap/soap dish
• trash can/bags
• toilet brush/plunger
• cleaning supplies
• decorative accessories (optional)

Kitchen

• table/chairs
• microwave (if the apartment doesn’t have one)
• blender/mixer
• toaster
• coffee maker/tea kettle
• set of 4 plates/cups/bowls
• set of 4 coffee mugs
• 1 large fry pan
• 1 small/medium fry pan
• 1 large saucepan
• 1 small/medium saucepan
• 1 stock pot (optional)
• silverware
• spatulas (1-2)
• tongs
• wooden spoons (1-2)
• cutting board
• can/bottle opener
• colander
• vegetable peeler
• Tupperware
• Pyrex casserole dishes (1-2)
• dishcloths/sponges (1-2)
• dish towels (2-4)
• oven mitts (2)
• utensil tray/holder
• cookie sheet
• measuring cups & spoons
• mixing bowls
• paper towel holder
• water filter pitcher 
• trash can/bags
• broom/dustpan
• mop/bucket
• dish soap/hand soap
• kitchen rug (optional)

Laundry

• hamper/laundry basket
• iron/clothes steamer
• clothes detergent
• fabric softener
• stain remover

Extra Supplies

• vacuum/mini vacuum
• Windex/glass cleaner
• all-purpose cleaner
• paper towels/toilet paper
• garbage bags
• extension cords
• surge protectors
• tv cable
• batteries
• bins/storage organizers
• fan
• basic toolkit
• Command hooks
• flashlight
• first aid kit/medicine
• light bulbs
• scissors

Other “Optional” Items You May Want

• crockpot
• step stool
• bath scale
• shower caddy
• pictures/frames
• foyer/entrance rug
• desk/chair
• alarm clock
• drink coasters
• clothes drying rack

Download our FREE “My First Apartment Checklist” Printable!

CLICK HERE!