First College Apartment Essentials

My Style Through the Years. Pt. 1

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First College Apartment Essentials

LaKambria Welch
Jul 25, 2022
3 min read

Updated: Jul 26, 2022

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Moving into your first college apartment is one of the best feelings you will experience in college. It's a step up from the dorm life and something to call your own. The feeling of being able to decorate it as you please and have friends over at any time is unmatched!

However, moving is still one of the most hectic things regardless of it being your first experience, so I have compiled a list of must haves for your packing list. I have lived in 6 different apartment complexes within my college town, so I'm pretty much an expert at this point!

You can check out a few of the items that I have listed below here.

Apartment Apartment Essentials

Kitchen

1. Pots and Pans

2. Can opener

3. Baking Tray

4. Cooking/Baking Utensils

Even if you don't plan to cook often, you still need to invest in some utensils. These wooden handle utensils are perfect for the days that you do decided to whip something up instead of ordering take out!

5. Cutting Board

6. Pizza Cutter

7. Measuring Cups

8. Plates & Bowls

I encourage all to buy some glass dinner plates and bowls. These are great for entertaining friends and family at your place as well as giving that luxury feel as well.

9. Silverware

10. Cups & Coffee Mugs

Clear mugs and cups are the rave right now according to my TikTok. These are the perfect pair!

11. Disposable Dish Set

12. Paper towels

13. Coffee Machine

14. Blender

15. Crockpot

16. Dish Soap

17. Dish Towels

18. Trash Can

Bathroom

19. Shower curtain

20.Wash Cloths

These are the perfect wash cloths to stock up with. They come in a variety of colors, so go ahead grab a couple packs of them to match your bathroom aesthetic!

21. Bath Mat

22. Shower Organizer

23. Bath Towels

24. Over the Door Rack

25. Toothbrush and toothbrush holder

26. Trash Can

27. Toilet Brush

28. Plunger

Laundry

29. Laundry Detergent

30. Fabric Softener

31. Dryer Sheets

32. Laundry Basket

Every household needs a laundry basket. These are the cutest and you can even have it personalized if you are living with roommates!

Living Room

33. Tv

Most college apartments that I have lived in were already furnished and came with tvs, however, if your doesn't, I highly recommend buying this one. It's affordable and great for a college apartment!

34. Side Tables

35. Coffee Table

36. Lamp

37. Wall decor 38. Throw Pillows

39. Throw Blanket

Bedroom

40. Full Length Mirror

41. Lamp

42. Curtain Rod

43. Curtains

44. Fan/Heater

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45. Storage Bins/Baskets

46. Wall Decor

47. Desk

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48. Desk Chair

49. Night stand(s)

50. Hangers

51. Baskets

52. Sheets

These sheets have over 295,000 ratings and reviews. They are presumed to be very soft and gives the best nights sleep. No better way to sleep in college!

53. Duvet/Comforter

54. Pillows & Pillow Cases

55. Bed Skirt

56. Throw Blanket

57. Decorative Pillows

Cleaning Products & Other Misc. Things

58. Vacuum

59. Mop

Nothing is worse than squeezing out a mop with bar hands. Go grab a swiffer mop to make your life a bit easier. We deserve that luxury, at least!

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60. Duster

61. Broom + Dustpan

62. Toilet Cleaner

63. Window/Glass Cleaner

64. Gloves

65. Scissors

66. Candles

Ok! These horoscope candles from Tarje smells soooo nice. I have the black and white one. Highly recommend, and they have a great aesthetic also! go grab!!