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1. A two-step kitchen ladder, because you can’t ask your super tall roommate for help getting stuff down from the highest shelves if you, uh, don’t have any roommates. Easy to fold out and equally easy to store, this lightweight little kitchen stepper is a must-have to make the most of your vertical storage — particularly if you, like me, are less than vertically blessed yourself.
2. A good household tool kit so you can DIY your own fix-it needs without going through the hassle of texting everyone you know to see if they have a hammer you can borrow.
3. A truly stunning 12-piece nonstick cookware set that’s as effective as it is beautiful. Since you don’t have to worry about any careless roommates destroying your good kitchen gear, you can feel free to invest — and this gorgeous set from Thyme and Table has a little bit of everything to make sure you’re equipped for whatever culinary masterpieces you plan on whipping up.
4. An extendable, heavy-duty duster with a pivoting head, so you — yes, YOU, Person Who Has Their Own Private Household — can finally do something about that annoying cobweb that’s been stuck up in the corner of your ceiling for, like, months. This handle from the geniuses at Swiffer stretches out to a full 6 feet, while the duster head itself actually traps dust, instead of just spreading it around.
5. A set of relaxing bath bombs so you can truly make the most of never, ever having to share the bathroom. Go ahead. Plan yourself an at-home spa night. Run a warm bath and drop in one of these fizzy, coconut, and hibiscus-scented skin treats. Grab your favorite beverage. Queue up a podcast, or crack open a book, or just bask in the silence of a quiet, peaceful home. You’ll never have to worry about anyone banging on the bathroom door and yelling at you to hurry up, already. Aaaah, bliss.
6. And a bamboo bath tray because, I mean, you’re gonna need a tray to stash your drink, and your book, and all your other self-care stuff for that at-home spa night you’re planning now, right? From the Better Homes and Gardens line, this adjustable caddy features a slot for a glass, a place to prop your book or tablet, and tons of space for any other living-alone-is-the-best bathtime necessities.
7. A lightweight, bagless, cordless Shark vacuum that’ll make keeping your floors clean a breeze. Yes, it’s an investment, but since you’re the only one responsible for the household chores, trust me when I say a good vacuum is worth the expense. This pick is *so* much easier to move around your home than the huge, corded vacuums of yore; it even converts easily from an upright vac to a hand-held one so you can get into hard-to-reach places no problem.
8. A roll or two of peel-and-stick wallpaper with a bold, blue palm leaf pattern, because guess what? You live alone! You get to make over your space whenever you want to, without needing to get your entire household on board with it! If you feel like having an eye-popping accent wall, you get to have an eye-popping accent wall — and with this stuff, it’s easy to do (and just as easy to undo if you decide you want a change later on).
9. An automatic pet feeder, so you can rest easy in the knowledge that Fido will always get their snackies — whether or not you’re actually home to fill the food bowl. This pet feeder dispenses up to five pre-portioned meals on a schedule you set yourself, thanks to the built-in digital clock. The peace of mind is worth its weight in proverbial gold, and your furry pal will thank you for it, too!
10. An August smart lock because if you forget your keys when you live alone, you’re out of luck — UNLESS you have something like this installed, in which case you can open your door right from your phone if you need to. Operable using both an actual key and a smartphone app, this smart lock even lets you grant guests temporary access, which you can revoke again when they no longer need it.
11. And a wall-mounted mail and key organizer to make that whole “forgetting your keys” thing less of a problem in the first place. With five hooks for keys, masks, and other assorted hanging must-haves, plus a big ol’ compartment for ingoing or outgoing mail, this handy little station will help you double-check that you’ve got everything you need before you run out the door in the morning.
12. A space-efficient drop-leaf dining table — even though you don’t need a huge table just for yourself, sometimes, you just want to have a bunch of people over to share a meal, you know? This sleek, trestle-style table features two leaves you can keep folded down when you’re on your own and extend easily when you’re getting ready for guests.
13. A nine-piece pantry and fridge storage bin set because not having to share your fridge means being able to organize it exactly how you like it. This set of stackable clear bins includes two wide bins, two narrow bins, an egg tray, and a can dispenser, plus a magnetic dry-erase board, so you’ll always be able to reach what you need quickly and easily — and you won’t have to worry about anyone else finishing all but the last dollop of your salsa and leaving the basically-empty jar in there for you to find later.
14. A gorgeous ceramic oil diffuser that’ll turn your home into the calming oasis you always knew it could be. This cool mist aroma diffuser can run for up to 14 hours, depending on the setting; just add a couple of drops of your favorite essential oil to the tank with water and let ‘er go. It's got an automatic shut-off mechanism, too because safety first!
15. A squashy 16-inch Squishmallow so you’ve got something to snuggle with when the mood strikes. Ashley the Green Apple is cheerful, soothing, and, most importantly, cuddly — because even folks who value their own space like a good snuggle every now and again.
16. Or, an extra-large body pillow if you prefer your snuggles a little more neutral in design. Filled with shredded memory foam for extra softness, this pick measures a whopping four and a half feet long — perfect for anyone who likes to hang onto something substantial and non-human for comfort while they snooze.
17. A super comfy, super chic sectional you can sprawl aaaaaaaall the way out on because you don’t have to share if you don’t want to (unless you have a particularly cuddly pet, in which case I regret to inform you that your pet will be sitting on or near you at all times, whether you want them to or not. Source: me and my cats.). This neutral-but-not-boring sectional features a reversible chaise, too, so you can switch things up whenever you want.
18. A gel toilet stamp because if your toilet gets gross, you have only yourself to blame. Better to nip the problem in the bud — and this neat-o little cleaner can help you stay on top of things! Stamping it on the inside of the bowl will keep things fresh in between deeper scrubs, rinsing things around for you every time you flush.
19. A set of two stunning yet practical storage baskets that’ll give you somewhere quick to dump your clutter at a moment’s notice. When you live on your own, sometimes, the space can get away from you — but a) that’s okay! and b) clearing it up doesn’t have to be stressful. These baskets are so chic, your visitors won’t even realize they're just That Spot Where You Shove Stuff To Get It Out Of The Way.
20. A faux ficus tree so you won’t have to worry about trying to find someone to water your plants every time you have to leave town for a few days. This 39” pick from Nearly Natural looks surprisingly realistic, but it’ll never die on you, even if you leave it to its own devices for a while.
21. A weekly meal planning kit because living by your lonesome means no communal meals – but that’s okay! You are more than capable of feeding yourself, you fantastic grownup, you. This pretty planner and stationery set from Ree Drummond’s Pioneer Woman line includes a 52-week planning pad with space to jot down your menu, Monday through Sunday, for each of your three squares, plus a spot for snacks.
22. A portable Bluetooth speaker that’ll keep things from getting a little too quiet. I know, silence is golden, and the beauty of living on your own is that there’s no one else around to make noise at weird hours — but sometimes, you need to fill that silence, right? This waterproof and dustproof pick from JBL packs tons of sound into a tiny package, and since it’s so portable, you can easily carry it around from room to room.
23. A modern, arched floor mirror so you can check your own ‘fits before running out the door. (Alas, having no roommates means there’s no one to ask to double-check whether your belt actually matches your shoes.) As an added benefit, the large reflection and the amount of light this generously-sized piece can bounce around a space will do wonders for opening up a dark or cramped-feeling room.
24. A clip-on strainer from BuzzFeed’s Tasty line, so you can strain your pasta literally single-handedly — a necessary skill when the only one in the kitchen is Chef Moi. Just snap this silicone strainer to the side of your pot and tip it directly into the sink. It’ll keep your noodles (or veggies, or ground beef, or whatever) safely in the pot while the water just drains away.
25. An unexpectedly ~aesthetic~ air fryer because there’s no easier way to cook for one than this. From Drew Barrymore’s Beautiful line, this gorgeous gadget has a six-quart capacity, so you can air fry, roast, reheat, or dehydrate whatever your little foodie heart desires — and did I mention how stunning it is? I mean, just look at it. It’s as much a piece of kitchen décor as it is an appliance. Meal prepping has never been easier or prettier!
26. A soap-dispensing dish brush set that’ll make doing your own dishes a little less onerous. (No one’s gonna do them if you don’t, so you might as well make the chore as close to enjoyable as you can!) This delightfully floral-patterned set includes two different brushes — one dish wand and one palm scrubber — both of which can be filled with the cleaning agent of your choice; then, just push the buttons on either of them, and the soap will come right out of the brush, all ready to suds up for you.
27. A light bulb changer kit so you can switch your burnt-out bulbs all on your own, even if you have super high ceilings. Good for track lights, recessed lighting, and flood lights, this gadget attaches to any threaded pole; then, all you have to do is reach up to the dead bulb, catch it in the device, and twist to remove it. Then, reverse the process with a new bulb, and voila! Let there be actual, literal light.
28. A Bodum pour-over coffee maker — if you’re going to be making coffee for one, you deserve to drink something better than the weaksauce brew that tends to come out of single-serve pod machines. This sleek, aesthetically-pleasing pick features a permanent filter — no need to faff about with paper ones — and allows you to brew eight cups of well-extracted, excellent coffee in minutes.
29. A lift-top coffee table that’s so multi-functional, you’ll wonder how you got along without it for so long. Working from home? Open it up and use it as a desk (and enjoy the fact that you can turn the living room into your personal office and no one will complain to you about it). Chilling out? Stash your tea and snacks on it while you kick back. In need of some fast storage space before your bestie comes over last minute? Pop the top, throw your clutter in, close it up, and you’re good to go.
30. And a really good mattress because your sleep is something you should never compromise on — and, hey, since you’re the only one sleeping in this bed, you don’t have to! This gel memory foam dream machine is soft yet supportive and even features cooling technology so you don’t overheat while you snooze. Go catch those Zzzs, friends!
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