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Living with roommates can be a lot of fun and save you money, but it can also get complicated quickly. One of the biggest challenges is keeping organized, no matter how big or small a shared home or apartment is. While choosing a roommate<\/a> who is organized can help, it’s still essential to have a few key organizational hacks up your sleeve. Whether you\u2019re moving into an <\/span>apartment in Austin, TX<\/span><\/a>, sharing a <\/span>house in Seattle<\/span><\/a>, or living in a college dorm room, this guide will keep your shared space clutter-free.<\/span><\/p>\n

>>Renting as a college student? Check out our <\/i><\/b>off-campus living guide<\/i><\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

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1. Always put your belongings away<\/span><\/h2>\n

Although it can be convenient to leave items where they are instead of putting them away when you\u2019re done with them, it\u2019s also a surefire way to create unwanted clutter and unwanted arguments. If you want to stay organized with your new roommates, put everything in its proper place after use.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWhen living with others, keeping an organized space can be tricky,\u201d says Tracy Lynn of <\/span>Declutter in Minutes<\/span><\/a>. \u201cLuckily, there is one rule that is easy to do and will keep your home neat and organized. Put your things all the way away. That means, instead of almost putting things where they belong when you\u2019re done using them, put them completely away. This will ensure you have fewer items lying out giving the look of clutter and mess.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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2. Keep the entryway clean<\/span><\/h2>\n

Not only does a clean entrance give guests an excellent first impression of your apartment, but it also presents an opportunity for organization. You can use bins to store shoes, small baskets to drop the mail or a decorative dish for keys and small items. The organizing options for your entryway are endless.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Professional organizer <\/span>Mikayla Bernstein<\/span><\/a> also recommends adding hooks to your entryway for simple organization. \u201cHang matching hooks for each roommate to drop their jackets and bags. Damage-free Command Hooks are my go-to in rental apartments. Anthropologie also has some of my favorite monogrammed hooks for chic, personalized touch-to-wall storage.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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3. Take advantage of easy storage hacks<\/span><\/h2>\n

There are countless containers and tools available for keeping your belongings organized. These are absolute <\/span>must-haves for any apartment<\/span><\/a>. Taking advantage of storage containers, hooks, and shelves will help you arrange various items around your apartment, especially when you live with roommates.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cSharing expenses is great, but sharing space can be a bit tricky, and some of our favorite hacks are those that make locating everyday shared items easier and everyday cleaning tasks a bit simpler,\u201d according to <\/span>Roomies<\/span><\/a>, a site that helps people find roommates. \u201cFor example, having a storage pocket on the arm of the couch is a great place to stash remotes, and a key hook by the door is the perfect spot to store both car keys and a shared key (such as the mailbox). Another easy hack we love is not only keeping a shoe rack by the door, as well as a shallow bin to toss wet and muddy shoes into, to cut down on mopping.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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4. Establish \u201chouse rules\u201d that you and your roommates must follow<\/span><\/h2>\n

A great way for you and your new roommates to keep your apartment organized is to come up with a list of rules that everyone agrees to follow.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThe most important tip is for all roommates to clean the apartment together,\u201d according to <\/span>Canadian Budget Binder<\/span><\/a>. \u201cOnce they agree that the apartment is the way they want to see it daily, create a roommate house rule chart for the refrigerator or wall.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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5. Delegate cleaning assignments to share the load<\/span><\/h2>\n

One of the common pitfalls of sharing a home with roommates is that one person gets stuck doing most of the cleaning around the apartment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cAn easy way to prevent tension and potential disagreements down the road is to delegate the different cleaning tasks regularly,\u00a0 ” says Bess Wightman of <\/span>Lights Planner Action<\/span><\/a>. Having a planner or notepad to break down the tasks room by room, you can itemize everything that needs cleaning or maintenance and assign the person responsible for that task. This way, everyone is on the same page, and there is a central list you can refer back to to make sure everyone is doing their part.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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6. Use labels and containers to keep things organized<\/span><\/h2>\n

Not having designated spaces for items to go is almost guaranteed to lead to a messy apartment when you\u2019re sharing a space with roommates. One way to combat this is by using labels to mark where items belong clearly.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cIf you\u2019re living with a roommate, one of the best investments you can make is a label maker,\u201d says Nicole Booz of <\/span>GenTwenty<\/span><\/a>. \u201cWhen sharing your living space with a roommate, it\u2019s easy to blur lines of what belongs to whom and where it should go. Label everything, even when it feels silly, from food to cleaning supplies to your coat rack. Clearly define the space, and you\u2019ll save yourself internal frustration and arguments down the line.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Morgan and Mckenzie from the <\/span>Mozie<\/span><\/a> blog recommend using practical storage containers to keep everything organized.<\/span><\/p>\n

“When living with roommates, you want practical storage solutions in your shared spaces,\u201d they said. \u201cWhether that be labeled baskets in your pantry, designated hampers in your laundry room, or baskets to put throw blankets, dog toys, or other miscellaneous items. Having assigned “drop zones” for items everyone shares is a great way to keep things neat in your apartment.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

7. Establish private and public property in your apartment<\/span><\/h2>\n

We\u2019ve all heard of that roommate who thinks everything in the apartment is fair game. If you don\u2019t want to share specific items with your roommates, make that clear as soon as you move in together.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWhen you first move in, set out all of the items you and your roommate(s) have in each communal space, like the kitchen, living room, and bathroom,\u201d says Katrina Hammer of <\/span>House to Home<\/span><\/a>. \u201cKeep out only the items you are happy to share and either pack up duplicates for when you move again or designate them to a back-stock storage area. Items for personal use only are your responsibility to put away and should be kept in your room or a separately labeled tote, bin, drawer, or cabinet within a shared space. Once these items have been organized as shared or personal, establish what is still needed for the home to share and agree upon a budget together, fairly splitting the cost.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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