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Your First Apartment Checklist For Noblesville

December 23, 2020

First Apartment Checklist

You discovered the best place with the perfect layout for your first apartment. Now, you filled out the agreement, boxed up your stuff, and you’re ready for moving day. However, knowing what items you’ll want for your new apartment can be tricky. What items should make the list for your first apartment checklist for Noblesville?

Here’s a checklist of the essentials that you need 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 Noblesville’s local furniture store. Online stores such as Ebay are always helpful. We’ll also show you a short list of extra items that can make living on your own easier.

Noblesville apartment bedroom 

Noblesville 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 store your clothes. If you have a 2- or 3-bedroom apartment, these items also can go in a guest room.

Essentials:

  • Mattress

  • At least two comfy pillows

  • Sheets

  • Bed quilt or comforter

  • Bedframe

  • Dresser or armoire

  • Closet hangers

Also nice:

  • Footboard and headboard

  • Large mirror

  • Bedside table and lamp

  • Portable laundry hamper

  • Additional blankets

  • Television

  • Shoe rack

Noblesville apartment living room

Noblesville First Apartment Checklist: The Family Room

The family room is the place where you’ll spend a good amount of your time. It’s also the space where you’ll have friends and family sit in (although most get-togethers wind up in the kitchen).

Essentials:

  • Sofa or several comfy chairs

  • Additional seating

  • Coffee table

  • TV stand or entertainment center

  • Electronics such as TV and audio equipment

Also nice:

  • Side tables

  • Bookcases for books, momentos, or knick-knacks

  • Accent pillows and smaller blankets

  • Area rug

Noblesville apartment kitchen area

Noblesville First Apartment Checklist: The Kitchen/Dining Room

The kitchen is easy for a first-time renter because most of your appliances -- such as the refrigerator, dishwasher, and oven -- are already included. You only really need a place to eat in the dining area, but we recommend being able to seat at least four. Even if you live in a studio apartment, it’s nice to have enough space to eat with family or friends.

Essentials:

  • Dining table and chairs (for at least 4 

  • Silverware, plates, and glasses (4 place settings)

  • Mugs

  • Mixing spoon, can opener, spatula

  • Microwave-if not provided

  • A basic skillet or frying pan

  • A baking sheet

  • A sharp chef knife

  • Pot for soup

  • Oven mitts

Also Nice:

  • Shelves or china cabinet for storing extra dishes

  • Coffee maker

  • Salt, pepper, and other spices

  • Dish soap and scrub brush

  • Storage containers

  • Potato peeler, cheese grater, and other cooking items

  • A full knife set

  • Mixing bowls and measuring cups

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

Noblesville apartment bathroom

Noblesville First Apartment Checklist: The Bathroom

The bathroom is rather straightforward, as the bath tub, toilet, sinks, and medicine cabinets are built in. If you have a guest bathroom, it only requires toilet paper, hand soap, and a hand towel. There are only a few basic items needed for your main or master bath but not as many as in other rooms.

Essentials:

  • Toilet paper

  • Soap

  • Toothbrush, toothpaste, and other personal sundries

  • Shampoo and conditioner

  • Bath and hand towels

  • Shower liner, shower curtain, and hooks

  • Trash can

Also Nice:

  • Floor mat

  • Over the door hooks for bathrobes and towels

  • Cup or toothbrush holder

Noblesville apartment cleaning supplies

Noblesville First Apartment Checklist: Other Items

Some household basics aren’t limited to one room. Consider these necessities for a comfortable move.

Essentials:

  • Cleaning supplies and products

  • Trash cans for every room

  • Vacuum

  • Broom and dustpan

  • Laundry detergent

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

Also Nice:

  • Pictures or photos for your wall

  • Desk for work or bills

  • Small accessories

  • Extra light bulbs

  • Sweeper or mop

  • Extension and charging cords

  • Outside doormat

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

Move Into Your First Noblesville Apartment At Hyde Park Towns & Flats

Of course, the first thing on your first apartment checklist should be signing a lease for your new apartment! Come and take a tour of Hyde Park Towns & Flats and see the perfect community for your first place. Call us at 317-316-3551 or click the Schedule a Tour button and take a tour with us soon!