First Apartment Checklist

A printable first apartment checklist for furniture, kitchen supplies, utilities, and move-in basics.

Printable first apartment checklist

  1. Set up electricity, water, internet, and renter insurance
  2. Buy basic cookware, dishes, trash bags, and cleaning supplies
  3. Prepare bedding, towels, hangers, and laundry items
  4. Add a shower curtain, bath mat, plunger, and toilet brush
  5. Create a small toolkit with tape measure and screwdriver
  6. Save landlord contact details and emergency maintenance instructions

How to use this checklist

Edit the checklist in the generator above, remove tasks that do not fit, add personal tasks, then print the page or save it as a PDF. Bookmark /first-apartment-checklist/ if you use this checklist repeatedly.

Frequently asked questions

What should I include in a first apartment checklist?

A useful first apartment checklist should include the tasks that matter before, during, and after the situation. Start with the printable list, remove anything that does not apply, and add personal details such as dates, names, addresses, or supplies.

Can I print this first apartment checklist?

Yes. Use the checklist generator to edit the tasks, then choose Print / Save PDF. A printed checklist is helpful when several people need to share the same plan.

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