How to Make the Most of Your Budget-Friendly Apartment
Living in an apartment can be easy on the budget, which is especially helpful for people like college students and retirees without families.
However, living space may be slightly more limited than living in a full-sized house, which could require some creative organization to make things work as smoothly as possible.
Here are some ideas to consider to get the most from your apartment.
Buy Apartment-Size Furnishings
If you are downsizing from a larger house to a slightly smaller apartment, you may want to consider buying apartment-size appliances, such as a refrigerator, stove, washer, and dryer.
You can often find used smaller items in good condition if you prefer not buying new ones.
Exchange your full-length sofa for a loveseat and your Queen-size bed for a full-size to enjoy more open space.
Enjoying an uncrowded lovely window view or an open fireplace hearth will make the downsizing sacrifices more meaningful.
Stack Items
Many apartments are configured to include stacked furnishings to optimize space.
For example, the washer and dryer may be stacked on top of each other vertically.
The microwave could be installed over the stove. Extra chairs for the dining room table can be stacked in a closet until needed.
Vertical shelving for items like books and linens can also make good use of limited space.
Store items upward rather than outward to optimize the use of your apartment’s available living space.
Store Extras
If you don’t have room for everything you would like to keep after downsizing, and if you are reasonably sure you will be eventually moving into a larger area, you can store extra furniture or larger items at a commercial storage site or in a family member’s basement for a modest monthly fee.
Smaller furnishings like extra towels or an unused table lamp can be packed into a box and placed in a closet until needed.
Eliminate Clutter
This is a great time to sort through clothing, furniture, books, and old files to discard what is no longer needed.
Not only will you feel good about removing things that you no longer use and don’t really have room for, but you will love the additional open space that comes with getting rid of unnecessary belongings that take up valuable space.
You may be surprised and relieved to find that you can comfortably dispense with boxes of possessions that will make your apartment more open and comfortable.
A budget-friendly apartment can be even more enjoyable when you maximize the open living areas.
Make a few basic adjustments like these to appreciate your apartment even more.
Category: Apartment Rental
