This post is all about small apartment decorating ideas.

small apartment decorating ideas

In your small apartment every inch counts, whether it’s a small gap or using vertical space in your tiny bathroom.

In this post, we will be going over decorating ideas that you’re going to love for your small apartment. Our team has scoured the internet for the best of the best apartment decor ideas!

Small Apartment Decorating Ideas


1. Add Mirrors

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small apartment decorating ideas

The best way (and our favorite way) of decorating a small apartment is by adding mirrors.

You can make your small apartment look more open with more dimensions.

2. Add a Stool

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small apartment decorating ideas

Is your bathroom tiny? Then add a wooden stool to easily store items but also add some style for your guest. You can put your toilet paper here and your poop spray.

3. Bar Cart

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small apartment decorating ideas

We have a full post on the best bar carts with 5-star reviews on Amazon if you want a different style. However, we also linked the exact one found above.

Adding a bar cart is a great way to greet your guest when they come in. You can have their drinks ready while also adding a super cute item to your color scheme.

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4. Dish Organizer

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small apartment decorating ideas

Let’s be honest, it’s a small apartment so you need to add storage products when you can to maximize space. If you want more products like this check out our recent post on storage hacks for small apartments here.

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5. Install Floating Shelves

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small apartment decorating ideas

Floating shelves add SO MUCH space to your apartment.

These are amazing because you can add all of the little decor ideas you have found and store them here. Install them above your sink or in your bedroom.

6. Use the Side of your Fridge

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small apartment decorating ideas

The picture above is SUPER cute. I love how she doesn’t stop decorating at the walls or the bedroom. You can decorate your fridge and remind yourself what you have to do throughout the week.

7. Add Tables for the Couch

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When you don’t have a lot of space, you need to use the space you already have to make more room. For instance, this couch table is perfect because it takes up barely any room but your guest can put their food and drinks on it.

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8. Use Cabinet Space

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Don’t let your small apartment stop you from adding a home gym.

Use these shelves to store whatever you want in them. Add some plants, weights, and more.

9. Add a Table

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small apartment decorating ideas

small apartment decorating ideas

If you plan on having friends over, buy a cute (and budget-friendly) table with some chairs. This is great decor addition while also giving your guest a place to sit.

10. Bathroom Standing Shelves

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We love a good standing shelve. Not only does it look super cute but, it’s another great way to store items in weird places.

Small Apartment Decorating Ideas

11. You Need Throw Pillows

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When decorating your apartment, throw pillows go a longggg way.

Seriously, buy throw pillows before anything else, and watch how different your apartment will look.

12. Upgrade Your Closet

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Decorate those places that you see every day. Your closet, especially the ones in an apartment can get dirty and unorganized veryyy fast. BUT when you have places for everything to go, it makes it look more organized and put together.

13. Super Cute Shoe Rack

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If you have any room by the front door, add a shoe rack.

These are great ways to bring the whole room come together and instantly make your friends think you are a decorating mastermind.

14. Blanket Basket

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You are going to love how cheap and easy this decorating hack is. Put your blankets in here when you’re not using them and your apartment looks super cute. This is great for decor but also organization.

Want more Small Apartment Decorating Ideas? Let us know in the comments!

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  1. I love your apartments ideas, l really love decorating my apartment. But l would love more ideas for all part of my place. Can u help.