Your First Apartment Checklist For Indianapolis

You discovered the ideal place with the optimal layout for your first apartment. Now, you filled out the agreement, packed your bags, and you’re ready to move into your new place. However, knowing what items you’ll want for your new apartment can get confusing. What should be on your first apartment checklist for Indianapolis?

Here’s a list of the basics that you need to move in. You might be able to bring some of these essential items from your current home, but other things might take a trip to IKEA or Indianapolis’s local furniture store. Online stores like Ebay usually carry these items as well. We’ll also give you a brief list of helpful items that can make living on your own easier.

 

Indianapolis First Apartment Checklist: The Bedroom

These essential household items are ideal for a one-bedroom apartment, as everyone needs a space to put your bed and clothes. If you have a larger apartment, these things also are great for a guest room.

Essentials:

• Mattress

• Two standard pillows

• Bed sheets

• Comforter or Blanket

• Bedframe

• Dresser drawers

• Clothes hangers

Next step up:

• Footboard and headboard

• Full length mirror

• Nightstand and lamp

• Collapsible laundry hamper

• Additional blankets

• Television

• Shoe rack

Indianapolis 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 spend time with guests (although most events wind up in the kitchen).

Essentials:

• Couch or several cozy chairs

• Additional seating

• Coffee table

• TV stand or entertainment center

• Electronics such as TV and audio equipment

Also nice:

• End tables

• Additional shelving for books, momentos, or knick-knacks

• Throw pillows and napping blankets

• Area rug

Indianapolis First Apartment Checklist: The Kitchen/Dining Room

The kitchen is easy for a new renter because a lot of of your appliances -- such as the refrigerator, dishwasher, and oven -- are already in your apartment. You only really need a place to eat in the dining area, but make sure it seats at least four. Even if you live by yourself, it’s nice to eat at the table with guests.

Essentials:

• Dining room table and chairs (for at least 4)

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

• Mugs

• Can opener, spatula, kitchen scissors

• Microwave-if not provided

• A good skillet or frying pan

• A baking sheet

• A good chef knife

• Pot for boiling water

• Oven mitts

Also Nice:

• Shelves or a buffet for extra dishes

• Coffee pot

• Cooking spices

• Dish soap and scrub brush

• plastic or glass storage containers

• Corkscrew, apple corer, and other well-used gadgets

• A knife set with stand

• Measuring spoons and measuring cups

• Food -- It’s always nice to move in with food already in the fridge

Indianapolis First Apartment Checklist: The Bathroom

The bathroom is rather straightforward, as the shower, sinks, toilets, and mirrors are built in. If you’re stocking a guest bathroom, all you really need is toilet paper, hand soap, and a small towel. There are only a few essentials needed for your main or master bath, which makes it fairly easy to stock.

Essentials:

• Toilet paper

• Soap

• Toothbrush, toothpaste, and other individual toiletries

• Shampoo and conditioner

• Bath and small hand towels

• Shower liner, shower curtain, and hooks

• Trash can

Also Nice:

• Floor mat

• Over the door hooks for towels and bathrobes

• Cup or toothbrush holder

Indianapolis First Apartment Checklist: Miscellaneous Items

Some household basics can’t be confined to one room. Consider these household items for a smooth move.

Essentials:

• Cleaning supplies and products

• Trash pails for each room

• Vacuum

• Broom and dustpan

• Laundry detergent

• Small tool set of a flathead screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, hammer, and small wrench

Also Nice:

• Artwork for your wall

• Desk for work or bills

• Small decorations

• Extra light bulbs

• Sweeper or mop

• Charging and extension cords

• Patio doormat

• Duffle bag and towels for the apartment swimming pool and fitness center

Move Into Your First Indianapolis Apartment At Linden Square Village Apartments

Remember, the first thing on your first apartment checklist should be the actual apartment! Come and tour Linden Square Village Apartments and check out the ideal community for your first place. Contact us at 317-333-6914 or hit the Schedule a Tour button and take a tour with us today!