Trust me, I learned the hard way what you actually need in a dorm room. These aren’t just “nice to haves” - they’re ESSENTIALS that will save your space, your sanity, and your security deposit. From storage hacks to mini appliances, this is what ever...
Instant under-bed storage! Fit SO much stuff under there. Dorm rooms are tiny - use vertical space!
Target
Hang EVERYTHING. Towels, bags, jackets. No floor space needed. Dorm life-saver.
Over the Door Hooks in Hooks(1000+)
Folds flat when not in use. Carries a ton. Makes laundry day slightly less terrible.
Collapsible Laundry Baskets in Laundry Storage & Organization
Late-night snacks, leftovers, cold drinks. Non-negotiable. Get one with a small freezer!
Mini Fridges & Compact Refrigerators
Ramen, tea, oatmeal, instant coffee. This thing gets used DAILY. So worth it.
Electric Kettles
I love this cause it looks clean and is multi faced
Extension Block
Add a cute vibe
DAYBETTER Led Strip Lights,100ft Light Strips with App Control Remote,5050 RGB Led Lights for Bedroom, Music Sync Color Changing Lights for Room Party - Walmart.com
Trust me you don’t want a tv, plus you can take this and project it anywhere
SGV Mini Projector - Home Theater Portable 5G Wifi 4K 1080P Support,Smart for Movies Compatible with Phone,with WiFi and Bluetooth, - White - Walmart.com
This is for your everyday iPad and it’s way better than the weird fabric floppy cases
edaiser Swivel Keyboard Case Compatible with iPad 10.2 inch 9th 8th 7th, iPad Air 3rd, iPad Pro 10.5 2nd Gen; Wireless Rotatable Cover with Pencil Holder, Trackpad, RGB Backlit, Metallic Purple - Walmart.com
Who needs an apple when this is cheaper and better 😉
Xtreme Stylus Pen Compatible with Apple iPad 6–10 Gen, iPad Mini 5–6, iPad Air 3–5, iPad Pro 11" (1–4) & 12.9" (3–6), Magnetic, 3 Replacement Tips, Fast Charging, 6 Hours Battery Life
If for some reason you really want an apple pen- this is your best bet!
Apple Pencil (USB-C): Pixel-Perfect Precision, Tilt Sensitivity, and Industry-Leading Low Latency for Note-Taking, Drawing, and Signing Documents. Attaches Magnetically, Charges and Pairs with USB-C
Cute Classy Storage Space 😎
Mainstays Collapsible Fabric Cube Storage Bin, Rich Black - Walmart.com
The picture speaks for itself! Nice way to make your dorm look less like a prison 😅
Mainstays Sage Green Bleached Floral, Peel and Stick Wallpaper 13.35 sq. ft.
Dorm/Renters safe wallpaper… but more 😄
(2 pack) Mainstays Sage Green Bleached Floral, Peel and Stick Wallpaper 13.35 sq. ft.
If your dorm also has brick walls like mine
Tripumer Marble Granite Wallpaper 24 x 197 inch Self-Adhesive Contact Paper Marble Vinyl Wrap Paper Contact Paper for Countertop Fireplace DIY Wall Sticker White
Dorm beds are unforgiving, you’ll need some extra cushion
Viscosoft Full Mattress Toppers - 54x75 inches
Mattress Protector! ✨
Mainstays NexGen Full Waterproof Fitted Mattress Protector - Walmart.com
This I only recommend if you’re in communal bathrooms
Mainstays Small Portable Shower Caddy Frost Plastic
Smart lights to elevate any space
Monster Smart Lighting Indoor LED Strip Lights, RGBIC Multicolor Flow LED Lights, for Christmas, Halloween, Party, Gameday and More, 100’ - Walmart.com
