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Your First Apartment Checklist For Greenwood

December 23, 2020

First Apartment Checklist

You toured the best place with the perfect floor plan for your first apartment. Now, you filled out the agreement, boxed up your stuff, and you’re ready for moving day. However, knowing what to bring with you can be tricky. What items should make the list for your first apartment checklist for Greenwood?

Here’s a list of the essentials that you’ll want to move in. You might be able to take some of these essential items from your childhood home, but other bigger items might take a trip to IKEA or Greenwood’s local furniture store. Online stores like Amazon are good places to find things at, too. We’ll also provide you with a short list of extra items that can make your first year a little better.

Greenwood apartment bedroom 

Greenwood First Apartment Checklist: The Bedroom

These needed items work perfectly for a one-bedroom apartment, as everyone needs a place to put your bed and clothes. If you are leasing a larger apartment, these items also are great for a guest room.

Essentials:

  • Mattress

  • Minimum of two comfy pillows

  • Bed sheets

  • Blanket or comforter

  • Bedframe

  • Dresser or armoire

  • Clothes hangers

Next step up:

  • Footboard and headboard

  • Full length mirror

  • Nightstand and reading lamp

  • Portable laundry hamper

  • Additional blankets

  • Television

  • Shoe rack

Greenwood apartment living room

Greenwood First Apartment Checklist: The Living Room

The living room is the place where you’ll spend a good amount of your time. It’s also the room where you’ll entertain (although most events wind up in the kitchen).

Essentials:

  • Sofa or a few comfy chairs

  • Extra seating

  • Coffee table

  • Entertainment center or TV stand

  • TV, stereo, or other electronics

Also nice:

  • Side tables

  • Shelves for books, DVDs, or decorations

  • Throw pillows and napping blankets

  • Area rug

Greenwood apartment kitchen area

Greenwood First Apartment Checklist: The Kitchen/Dining Room

The kitchen is easier to know what you need for a first-time renter because many of your appliances -- like the oven, refrigerator, and dishwasher -- are already included. You only really need somewhere to sit in the dining area, but we recommend being able to seat at least four. Even if you live alone, you’ll want to eat at the table with family or friends.

Essentials:

  • Dining table and chairs (seats 

  • Plates, glasses, and silverware (4 place settings)

  • Mugs

  • Mixing spoon, can opener, spatula

  • Microwave-if not provided

  • A good skillet or frying pan

  • A baking sheet

  • A sharp chef knife

  • Pot for boiling water

  • Oven mitts

Also Nice:

  • Shelves or china cabinet for holding extra dishes

  • Coffee pot

  • Spices, including salt and pepper

  • Dish soap and scrub brush

  • Storage containers

  • Potato peeler, cheese grater, and other well-used tools

  • A knife set with stand

  • Mixing bowls and measuring cups

  • Food -- It’s always helpful to move in with a fully-stocked fridge

Greenwood apartment bathroom

Greenwood First Apartment Checklist: The Bathroom

The bathroom isn’t that hard to stock, as the shower, sinks, toilets, and medicine cabinets will be there already. If you have a guest bathroom, you only need toilet paper, soap, and a hand towel. There are only a few essentials needed in your main or master bath but not as many as in other rooms.

Essentials:

  • Toilet paper

  • Soap

  • Toothpaste, toothbrush, and other individual toiletries

  • Shampoo

  • Bath and hand towels

  • Shower liner, shower curtain, and hooks

  • Trash can

Also Nice:

  • Shower mat

  • Wall hooks for bathrobes and towels

  • Toothbrush holder

Greenwood apartment cleaning supplies

Greenwood First Apartment Checklist: Other Items

Some necessities aren’t limited to a single room. Buy these necessities for a smooth move.

Essentials:

  • Cleaning supplies and products

  • Trash pails for every room

  • Vacuum

  • Broom and dustpan

  • Laundry detergent

  • Compact tool set which includes a flathead screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, hammer, and small wrench

Also Nice:

  • Pictures or photos for your wall

  • Desk for your computer

  • Personal accessories

  • Extra light bulbs

  • Mop or sweeper

  • Extension and charging cords

  • Front doormat

  • Towels and bag for the apartment pool and fitness center

Tour What Could Be Your First Greenwood Apartment At Verge Luxury Flats

Of course, the first task on your first apartment checklist should be securing an apartment lease! Come and visit Verge Luxury Flats and learn about the perfect community for your first apartment. Contact us at 317-751-1744 or hit the Schedule a Tour button and visit us soon!