This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Drexel chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.
One of the most exciting and most stressful times is when you move into your first apartment. As opposed to a dorm, most of the time, you have to bring your own furniture, appliances, almost everything. Where do you even begin? Well, this article is here to help you. Here is a packing list for your first-time apartment!
1. Kitchen:
- bowls, plates, cups, mugs
- utensils (forks, spoons, knives)
- drying rack
- pots and pans
- ladle, spatula, serving spoonÂ
- strainer
- blender
- cutting boardÂ
- baking sheet
- Keurig/coffee pot
- toaster/toaster oven
- trash can
- dishcloth and oven mittsÂ
- can opener
- ziplock bags
- Brita filter
2. Bathroom:
- shower curtain
- bath towels
- facial towels
- shower mat
- trash can
- hanging hooksÂ
- toothbrush holder
- shampoo/conditioner
- toothbrush/toothpaste
- hair tools (brush/comb, coconut oil, etc)
- lotion and moisturizer
- contact solution/case
- face scrub
- nail clipperÂ
- hand soap
- chapstickÂ
3. Living Room:
- trash can
- decorations
- TV
- lampsÂ
- rugÂ
- couch/armchairs
- coffee table
4. Bedroom:
- trash can
- bed set (comforter, sheets, pillowcases, duvet)
- pillows
- desk lamp
- hangers
- desk storageÂ
- throw blanket
- laundry hamper
5. Cleaning Supplies:
- vacuum
- broom
- Clorox wipes
- paper towels
- napkins
- shower brush
- scrubbing bubbles
- toilet brush
- dish soap
- dish sponge
- detergent/dryer sheets
- tissuesÂ
- trash bags
- Swiffer
- Febreeze
- toilet paper
6. Electronics:
- laptop or computer
- laptop or computer charger
- phone
- phone charger
- speakers
- gaming stuff
- headphones
7. School Supplies:
- backpack
- folders
- notebooks
- pencils/pens
- calculator
- Post-it notes
- stapler
- agenda
- calendarÂ
- index cards
- highlighters
- flash drive
- paper/binder clips
- printer paper
- printer
8. Miscellaneous:
- extension cord
- Command hooks/strips
- push pins
- doornails and hammer
- tape
- corkboardÂ
- batteries
- umbrella
- fan
- first aid kit
- reusable water bottle
- wall putty