{"id":3808,"date":"2021-02-27T13:11:26","date_gmt":"2021-02-27T19:11:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mamaswallet.com\/?p=3808"},"modified":"2026-01-02T06:51:04","modified_gmt":"2026-01-02T12:51:04","slug":"best-small-kitchen-organization-ideas-for-affordable-apartment-living","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mamaswallet.com\/es\/best-small-kitchen-organization-ideas-for-affordable-apartment-living\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Small Kitchen Organization Ideas For Affordable Apartment Living"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-3844\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mamaswallet.com\/pictures\/Best-Small-Kitchen-Organization-Ideas-For-Affordable-Apartment-Living-200x300.png\" alt=\"Best Small Kitchen Organization Ideas For Affordable Apartment Living\" width=\"500\" height=\"750\" data-pin-description=\"Having a small space forces you to be creative, especially when dealing with a small kitchen. Small kitchen organization is a must when wanting to have a functional space, and luckily the options are endless to help sort out storage ideas. #smallkitchenorganization #kitchenorganization #smallapartmentliving\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mamaswallet.com\/pictures\/Best-Small-Kitchen-Organization-Ideas-For-Affordable-Apartment-Living-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/www.mamaswallet.com\/pictures\/Best-Small-Kitchen-Organization-Ideas-For-Affordable-Apartment-Living-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/www.mamaswallet.com\/pictures\/Best-Small-Kitchen-Organization-Ideas-For-Affordable-Apartment-Living-768x1152.png 768w, https:\/\/www.mamaswallet.com\/pictures\/Best-Small-Kitchen-Organization-Ideas-For-Affordable-Apartment-Living.png 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\"><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having a small space forces you to be creative, especially when dealing with a small kitchen. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small kitchen organization is a must when wanting to have a functional space, and luckily the options are endless to help sort out storage ideas.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let&#8217;s face it, you are limited to home improvement projects when you are renting.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Going from living in an <strong>1800 square foot house<\/strong> to moving into a small <strong>700 square foot apartment<\/strong> with only having 2 bottom cabinets and 3 top cabinets, I really had to become quite creative with making a small space work. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This was after a catastrophic flood we had in Texas and our house that we were renting completely flooded. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We relocated to another side of town and moved into a really small one-bedroom apartment because of my husband\u2019s job. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It was a big change, but I knew I had to make it work.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best way to make a small space work <strong>first<\/strong> is to evaluate the space, look at the items you have, and decide if they are still needed. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seriously how many can openers do you need, or potato peelers?\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to make a small kitchen more efficient<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">customize shelf space in the cabinets with a lazy-susan for the odd corners. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most kitchens will have an L-shape so take advantage of any unused space. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lazy-susans have evolved over time, but the basic design for most is still the same.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"amzn-assoc-ad-bc6b9d6c-a7ad-4661-807b-60b2520950dd\"><\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/z-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/onejs?MarketPlace=US&#038;adInstanceId=bc6b9d6c-a7ad-4661-807b-60b2520950dd\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is also the option to DIY for about $3. Talk about cheap! <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Head to your local <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mamaswallet.com\/es\/dollartree\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"968\" data-lasso-name=\"dollartree (Awin)\" data-lasso-lid=\"3375\">Dollar Tree<\/a> for two pie pans and one bag of marbles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"DIY Laziest Lazy Susan Ever!\" width=\"610\" height=\"343\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/r3jsCVq-0Hc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Next<\/strong>,\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">put smaller shelves inside your cabinets. I call it stacking, but I\u2019m pretty sure there is a name for it. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since there&#8217;s not much cabinet space; more than likely your plates, cups, mugs, and bowls will be in the same cabinet. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get a stacking rack to maximize every inch of space. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many types to choose from.<\/span><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=mamaswallet-20&amp;language=en_US&amp;l=li3&amp;o=1&amp;a=B07SD8YQB1\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" title=\"\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=mamaswallet-20&amp;language=en_US&amp;l=li3&amp;o=1&amp;a=B078YZFWSZ\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" title=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07SD8YQB1\/?tag=mamaswallet-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"969\" data-lasso-name=\"Smart Design Cabinet Storage Shelf Rack - Set of 6 - Medium - 8.5 x 13.25 Inch - Non-Slip Feet - Steel Metal Frame - Rust Resistant Coating - Cup, Dish, Counter &amp; Pantry Organization - Kitchen - W...\" data-lasso-lid=\"7982\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/312-jtUlFGL._SL250_.jpg\" border=\"0\" data-wp-editing=\"1\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/a><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wire racks are also great for your pot lids and pans.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B078YZFWSZ\/?tag=mamaswallet-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"970\" data-lasso-name=\"SIMPLE HOUSEWARE Cabinet Pantry Pot and Pan Organizer Holder Rack, Chrome\" data-lasso-lid=\"7979\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41JXmceJdpL._SL250_.jpg\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Utilize wall space with nonpermanent wall racks. <\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is great for items that you use most often in your kitchen, like cooking utensils, measuring cups or spoons, or drainer. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This idea can also be used for hanging your most-used pots. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do more customization with <strong>magnetic hooks or adhesive racks<\/strong> that are strong enough to hold your pots without doing damage to the cabinets or walls.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07N2QNRDV\/?tag=mamaswallet-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"971\" data-lasso-name=\"NOVEMBER SPRING Kitchen Adhesive Hooks for Hanging Wall Towel Hooks Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Waterproof Hook Wall Hanger for Bathroom Office,Adhesive Coat Key Hook Stick on Wall (4 Pack)\" data-lasso-lid=\"7981\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/61wAoq9Q4tL._SL250_.jpg\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=mamaswallet-20&amp;language=en_US&amp;l=li3&amp;o=1&amp;a=B07N2QNRDV\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" title=\"\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just remember if you plan to go this route, place them on a side wall where it doesn\u2019t prohibit the opening of cabinet doors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you happen to have a pantry, keep it organized with pantry bins, clear tupperware, labels, and over-the-door racks.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07L6MH96Z\/?tag=mamaswallet-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"972\" data-lasso-name=\"Chef&#039;s Path - Set of 7 Airtight Food Storage Containers\" data-lasso-lid=\"7980\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/61lkD98mFbL._SL250_.jpg\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=mamaswallet-20&amp;language=en_US&amp;l=li3&amp;o=1&amp;a=B07L6MH96Z\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" title=\"\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get creative with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/YouCopia-50202-UpSpace-size-Organizer\/dp\/B07T3L3TV1?tag=mamaswallet-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=66717db152ed0749a5511f1c61fffbe7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"973\" data-lasso-name=\"YouCopia UpSpace Cabinet Box Organizer, Adjustable Kitchen Pantry Shelf for Plastic Wrap and Foil Storage, Small Classic Edition\" data-lasso-lid=\"7946\">kitchen wrap organizer.<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always make sure to rotate the items in your pantry so that older food items get moved to the front, t<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">his will prevent food waste.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure to check expiration dates of jar foods, cereals, snacks, and any other dry foods.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make the cabinet drawers efficient <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/ROYAL-CRAFT-WOOD-Kitchen-Organizer\/dp\/B07TVDFVV9?tag=mamaswallet-20&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&#038;linkCode=sl1&#038;linkId=37cb60cc24a8ba0c40abfae23ef8d72b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"974\" data-lasso-name=\"ROYAL CRAFT WOOD Luxury Bamboo Kitchen Drawer Organizer\" data-lasso-lid=\"7856\">utensil trays<\/a> or individual bins that will allow more drawer customization.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How do you organize small appliances in a small kitchen?<\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">f you are an appliance junkie making room for this habit could be a challenge but still doable. As with storing your pots and pans using wiring racks, think about if there is space <strong>above the cabinets<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure the storage racks you buy for your appliances <strong>add more space<\/strong> rather than <strong>taking more space<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lastly but probably obvious, set a rule for yourself, to gift or donate an appliance that you no longer use. I had the Ronco Showtime rotisserie machine (remember that!), then I bought the Instant Vortex Pro, which not only does what the Ronco do but a whole heck more. The Ronco Classic Showtime just sat, and sat, taking up space until I finally gave it away. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So take inventory of what you do not need anymore to create additional space.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How do I organize my small kitchen on a budget?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With so many options available there is absolutely no need to overspend organizing a small space. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With, all the options I have given thus far, they are all affordable on any budget. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are feeling a little creative, you can always DIY some storage solutions and add a little personal touch to each. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Great places for storage and organization that are budget-friendly:<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mamaswallet.com\/es\/dollartree\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"975\" data-lasso-name=\"dollartree (Awin)\" data-lasso-lid=\"3375\">Dollar Tree<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Dollar General<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homegoods.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"976\">Home Goods<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"977\">Target<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mamaswallet.com\/es\/walmart\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"978\" data-lasso-name=\"Walmart (Skimlinks)\" data-lasso-lid=\"3835\">Walmart<\/a><\/p>\n<p>As a side note for DollarTree, you can always check your local store, but say you are wanting to get 7 storage bins all in the same color, but your store only has 4 of the same color.<\/p>\n<p>It could be a problem if you wanted to color coordinate. Ordering it from dollartree.com may be a better option, or at least that is what I have discovered.<\/p>\n<p>Do keep in mind that you have to order in bulk, so if you plan to not only do some organizing in the kitchen but in the bedroom or bathroom, this is a great option.<\/p>\n<p>For apartment space-saving storage solutions in a small kitchen,\u00a0it just takes a bit of creativity.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I find the best way to make a small space work first is to evaluate the space, look at the items you have, and then decide if they are still needed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>What are some ways you&#8217;ve utilized space in your small kitchen? Leave it in the comments below.<\/p>\n<h2>Related posts you might enjoy:<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mamaswallet.com\/es\/how-to-keep-your-countertops-clutter-free-for-good\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"979\" data-lasso-name=\"How To Keep Your Countertops Clutter-Free For Good\" data-lasso-lid=\"4415\">How To Keep Your Countertops Clutter-free For Good<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mamaswallet.com\/es\/the-best-ideas-to-organize-a-small-apartment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"980\" data-lasso-name=\"50 Creative Ideas To Organize A Small Apartment\" data-lasso-lid=\"4417\">Best Creative Ideas To Organize A Small Apartment<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mamaswallet.com\/es\/five-of-the-best-decorating-ideas-for-a-small-balcony\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"981\" data-lasso-name=\"Five Of The Best Decorating Ideas For A Small Balcony\" data-lasso-lid=\"4394\">Five Of The Best Decorating Ideas For A Small Balcony<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Having a small space forces you to be creative, especially when dealing with a small kitchen. Small kitchen organization is a must when wanting to have a functional space, and luckily the options are endless to help sort out storage ideas. 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