17 Living Room Essentials For Your First Apartment

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Moving out for the first time and have no idea what to purchase to furnish your new home?

Having the right living room essentials for your first apartment makes all the difference because we spend the majority of our waking time at home here.

17 Living Room Essentials For Your New Home

Did you know that in a poll of 2000 Americans, the average American has spent an additional two hours a day sitting on their sofa since March 2020? That’s a lot of hours sitting in front of the TV.

With so much time spent in this area, you’ll want to make sure you have everything necessary to make your living room as cozy and inviting as possible, especially your couch.

If it’s your first time moving out, whether you’re moving into a college dorm or your first big girl apartment, you’ll want to check out this living room essentials list for your new home. Keep reading!

Before we get onto the list, grab my printable living room essentials checklist along with furniture and essentials for every room that you’ll need in one easy package. It even includes a shopping list so it’s easy for you to keep track of what you still need to purchase.

1. Sofa

Let’s first start with the most important part of your living room. Your sofa is the centerpiece of this space and can transform the vibe of your home. Since you’re going to be spending a lot of time sitting here, you’re going to want to find one that you find comfortable.

2. Bean Bag Chair

A bean bag chair is such a fun addition and a great alternative to a couch because it doesn’t take up as much space. It can be easily shaped to your liking too and it’s super comfortable – so much that you might even fall asleep on it!

3. TV

Enjoy movie nights in your living room with the Pioneer LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV. This affordable TV has both great quality sound and visuals. Perfect to just chill out on the couch with a hot beverage in hand while you curl up under a blanket.

4. TV Stand

A TV Stand can help hide any visible cords running down from the TV and can also be extra storage space for you. This one even has a cool, nifty built-in fireplace that heats up.

5. Throw Pillows

Throw pillows are essential to help give your couch that homey feel. This Home Sweet Home throw pillow is cute and will add something a little extra to your couch.

You can also check out these comfy faux fur throw pillows for a more cozy option.

6. Area Rug

A large shaggy area rug stationed under the coffee table and partly under the couches will bring all of the living room furniture pieces together. It’ll also feel nice and cozy if you have hardwood floors, which is most welcomed if you live in a cold climate.

7. Throw Blanket

Another must-have item is a luxurious throw blanket to add dimension to your sofa. It’ll easily help turn your room into a super cozy haven and it’s also great to cuddle under when you’re watching a movie on the couch.

8. Coffee Table

A coffee table is extremely useful if you’re going to have guests over and if you want to add some centerpiece decorations to your living room.

9. Coffee Table Coasters

Protect your coffee table from marks with this set of white marble coffee table coasters.

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10. Floor Lamp

A lot of apartments don’t have built-in ceiling lights so depending on where you live and how much light you like, a floor lamp in the living room and bedroom may be necessary for you.

11. Side Table

For more space to place things while you’re entertaining or watching tv, add an end table to your living room.

12. Table Lamp

In addition to a floor lamp, you can add a table lamp to your side table as well for more light.

13. Bookcase

Store all your books and add some fun decor pieces to this beautiful brass bookcase.

If you want a smaller bookcase, here’s a beautiful ladder bookcase that will save room.

14. Storage Basket

Do you find that you tend to leave things out in your living room with no place to put them such as couch throws, pillows, and toys? Storing them in a hyacinth wicker basket is great and it also doubles as a nice addition to your home decor.

15. Curtains

Get access to natural light in your living room while providing some privacy with these basic sheer curtains. Don’t forget to also get curtain rods.

16. Dining Room Table

Don’t have a designated dining room? You can always add a dining room table to your living room so that you have a place to eat, study, or work.

17. Dining Room Chairs

Along with a dining room table, dining room chairs are a must. These chairs are sleek and comfy, at the same time.

Have you snagged your printable living room necessities checklist? If not, get yours now.

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What are your must have living room items you’ll be getting for your first apartment?