The Ultimate List of What You Need (and Want) in Your New Apartment

Are you finally moving into your new apartment (or house or condo)? It's quite an exciting experience, isn't it? But it can also be overwhelming. 
 
If you are moving from your old house to a new one, there are plenty of things to pack, move, and unpack. And if you are moving out of your parents' house into your very first place you can call your own, there's a gazillion things to buy. 
 
So, the question is, how do you prioritize? And how do you make sure you have everything you need? ​

It might be tempting to buy that faux fur rug or stock up on heavenly scented candles, but unless you already have all your essentials, or you're one of the lucky few who don't have a spending limit on their credit cards, then you definitely need to work within your budget, and therefore, prioritize. 
 
Otherwise, you'll find yourself living in a house that barely suits your needs, or making endless trips to the store for every single thing you forget.  
 
To avoid all that hassle, we've made the ultimate list of necessities for moving into your new apartment- from things you definitely cannot live without, things that make your new house feel like a home, and to things that you can save up for in the future. 
 
These are divided into several categories for each room in your apartment, as well as general needs and cleaning supplies (which you need to stock up on before anything else), and even basic supplies for your pantry. ​
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General Needs

What you can't live without: 

• Emergency and first aid kit 
• Light bulbs 

• Flashlight and batteries 
• Extension cords 
• Basic tools 

They turn a house into a home: 

• Fans/ heater or air conditioner  

• Sprinkler and smoke detector 
• Wall hooks 
• Ironing board and flat iron 
• Sewing kit 
• Office supplies 

• Internet router 

Things to save up for later: 

• CCTV and alarm system ​​

Cleaning Supplies

What you can't live without: 

• Garbage can and bags 
  
• Broom and dustpan 
  
• Mop and bucket 
  
• Sponges and scrub brushes 
  

• Paper towels and rags 
  
• Soaps and detergents 
  
• Rubber gloves 
  
• Washer and dryer 
  

They turn a house into a home: 

• Cleaning sprays 
  
• Air freshener 
  

Things to save up for later: 

• Vacuum cleaner 
  
• Feather duster 
  

• Furniture polish 
  
• Ladder or step stool ​
  

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Bedroom

What you can't live without: 

• Bedframe and mattress 
  
• Pillows 
  
• Sheets and blankets 
  
• Storage and hangers 
  
• Laundry hamper 
  

They turn a house into a home: 

• Lamp 
  
• Comforter and duvet 
  
• Bedside table 
  
• Curtains and rugs 
  

• Mirror 
  

Things to save up for later: 

• Humidifier 
  
• Mood lights 
  
• Vanity table ​
  

Bathroom

What you can't live without: 

• Toiletries 
  
• Towels 
  

• Tissue paper 
  
• Toothbrush holder 
  
• Toilet plunger and brush 
  

They turn a house into a home: 

• Bath mat 
  

• Shower caddy 
  
• Shower curtain 
  
• Small trash can 
  

Things to save up for later: 

• Racks 
  

• Soap dispenser 
  
• Shower heater ​
  

Kitchen and Dining

What you can't live without: 

• Dishes and flatware 
  
• Drinking glasses/ mugs/ cups 
  
• Pots and pans 
  
• Cooking utensils 
  
• Knives and a cutting board 
  

• Stove 
  
• Dish rack and towels 
  
• Table and chairs 
  

They turn a house into a home: 

• Oven (as well as mitts and baking materials) 
  

• Coffee maker 
  
• Serving dishes 
  
• Tablecloths and placemats 
  
• Food clips, bags, and tupperware 
  

Things to save up for later: 

• Dishwasher 
  
• Toaster oven and waffle maker 
  
• Food processor and blender 
  
• Crockpot and slow cooker 
  
• Serving trays 
  

• Microwave ​
  

Pantry

What you can't live without: 

• Cooking oil 
  

• Rice 
  
• Bread 
  
• Condiments 
  
• Seasonings 
  
• Canned goods 
  

• Coffee 
  
• Meat, dairy, vegetables, and fruits 
  

They turn a house into a home: 

• Snacks and chips 
  
• Jams and spreads 
  

• Juice and other beverage 
  

Things to save up for later: 

• Spices 
  
• Alcohol ​
  

Living Room

What you can't live without: 

• Couch 
  
• Coffee table 
  

They turn a house into a home: 

• Rugs and throw pillows 
  
• Coat rack 
  
• Curtains 
  
• Welcome mat 
  

Things to save up for later: 

• TV and Sound system 
  
• Cable and DVD player 
  
• Bookshelf 
  
• Decors and artworks 
  
• House plants ​
  

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