The Most Simple First Apartment Checklist Ever

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Getting your first apartment is a huge step! It doesn't matter if you're doing it solo or with roommates, either way it's a sign that you're truly ready for independence. There's nothing worse than waking up on the first day in your new apartment, only to eventually realize you don't have a can opener or cereal bowls. So until you have the funds saved up for bigger ticket items, make sure you have these basics to get by: Bath towels Body wash Conditioner Hand soap Hand towels Razor shaving cream Shampoo Shower curtain liner hooks Shower organizer Bath mat Small wastebasket Toilet paper Toothbrush toothpaste Washcloths Cleaning Essentials Between accidental spills and general upkeep, you might be surprised to learn how much time you will spend cleaning. So you aren't forced to sit there and stare at your spilled spaghetti sauce, make sure you stock up on these essentials: All-purpose cleaner Bleach Broom dustpan Dish soap Glass cleaner Laundry detergent Mop Paper towels Plunger Sponges Toilet scrubber Trashbags Vacuum The 'Just-Existing' Essentials Finally, once you have your rooms stockpiled and ready, there are several miscellaneous items you'll definitely need to keep your home functioning. Before you move in, be sure you have the following apartment "Existing" essentials: Allen wrench set Basic tool kit Batteries Duct tape Flashlight Ironing board Lightbulbs Nails screws Power strip/surge protector Scissors Sewing kit Space heater Stepstool Window AC unit Bonus: How To Save Money on the Essentials for Your Apartment Believe it or not, there's a ton more stuff you'll eventually want in order to get super comfortable in your new or first apartment. If you're worried about blowing your entire first few paychecks at Target and Amazon, here are places you can go to get apartment essentials for cheap: Facebook Marketplace: Furniture is particularly expensive, which is why you might not want to buy new for your first apartment. Buy Nothing Groups: Another way to use Facebook to score cheap apartment essentials: Join your local buy nothing group.