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First of all, congrats on your new home! It’s such a good feeling when moving into a new house, whether it’s your first home, first apartment, or you’re a home-moving pro at this point.
There are a lot of moving parts from the start of the home-buying process to where you are now. Where do you find the time to think about what you actually need to bring or buy for your new place?
Well, I found the time for you – so you can focus on the excitement of moving into your new house! 😊
In this post, I’ll be giving you a new home checklist by room, so you feel confident in having everything you need for the new space.
Do you just want the “things to buy for a new house checklist” printable? Here you go!
Sit back, relax, and enjoy the list of new home must-haves.
New Home Must-Haves Checklist PDF Below
New Home Essentials:
Kitchen Must-Haves
The kitchen is the heart of every home. Not only is it a place where you will be cooking every meal, but it’s a place where you’ll entertain, share memories, and have family time!
Below you will find everything you’ll need for the kitchen in your new home.
Now, I am not saying that you need to purchase ALL of this at once. That would be a lot of $$$. However, this list was made to act as a guideline for packing and to inspire you to purchase that thing or two you have been meaning to buy for a while.
Plus, it’s just fun to think about how you will use all of these items in your new kitchen!
- Cookware
- Bakeware
- Bowls & Plates
- Silverware
- Drinking Glasses
- Wine Glasses
- Wine Opener
- Ice Cream Scooper
- Paper Towel Holder
- Drying Mat/Rack
- Trash Can
- Trash Bags
- Rug/Runner
- Bar Stools
- Kitchen Table & Chairs
- Can Opener
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring Spoons
- Tupperware
- Knife Block Set
- Toaster
- Chip Clips
- Mixing Bowls
- Casserole Dishes
- Coffee Mugs & Tea Mugs
- Spoon Rest
- Mixer or Hand Mixer
- Cooking Utensils
- Serving Utensils
- Utensil Holder
- Blender
- Air Fryer
- Instant Pot
- Waffle Maker
- Griddle
- Dish Towels
- Variety of Spices
- Cookie Sheets
- Tongs
- Thermal To-Go Mugs
- Strainer
- Cutting Boards
- Serving Trays & Bowls
- Oven Mitts
- Hot Plates/Trivet
- Metal Straws
- Avocado Slicer & Egg Slicer
- Pantry Organizers
- Dishwashing Pods
- Dish Soap
- Brita
- Pizza Cutter
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New Home Essentials:
Living Room Must-Haves
The living room is one of the most used rooms in your home. When you go to unwind for the day, ensure you have everything you could possibly think of in your living room.
Your living room is one of the MOST fun places to purchase items. If you are starting fresh, you get to pick out a new couch, rug, pillows, and decorations! How exciting!
These are the exact items we purchased for our living room and we are obsessed! If you are in the market for a new couch, I highly recommend the one we purchased. It’s the comfiest couch in the world and makes us never want to get up haha.
Check out these living room essentials for your new space to get you inspired before move-in day.
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New Home Essentials:
Bedroom Must-Haves
Sometimes it can take a second to adjust to the new house, especially when it comes time for sleeping in a mostly unfamiliar place. Don’t worry, that feeling goes away in no time!
But to help you feel as cozy as possible, be sure not to sleep on these new house must-haves for your bedroom.
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New Home Essentials:
Bathroom Must-Haves
The great thing about moving into a new house is that a lot of what you will use in a bathroom is already there – between the vanity, toilet, shower, etc.
But there are still those items that absolutely make our list of things to buy for new house checklist when it comes to the bathroom.
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New Home Essentials:
Laundry Room Must-Haves
Everyone’s favorite chore…laundry! 😉 While it’s not the most fun thing you can think of doing in your free time, there are products and items that you need to remember when getting your laundry room set up for success.
Your future self will thank you when you knock off all of these things from the new home checklist for your laundry room!
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New Home Essentials:
Cleaning Must-Haves
Aside from furniture, we need to talk about cleaning supplies to help get you ready for the next big spill! But in all seriousness, it’s best to get all of the cleaning items purchased upfront so you’re ready for whatever.
Plus, it’s always a good idea to give your new space a proper cleaning before moving in! It helps you feel cleaner and more at home on day one.
These cleaning supplies are absolute necessities when thinking about our checklist of new home must-haves.
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New Home Essentials:
Tool Must-Haves
A new home usually means there are going to be several fixes or upgrades to make the space fully yours. Whether you’re planning on becoming a full-out DIYer, or just need to hang pictures on the walls, you’re going to need some tools.
Luckily, I have a post that lays out the must-have tools for DIYers, so if you want a complete list of what to add to your DIY tool belt, head on over.
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When we first moved into our home, we did NOT purchase all of these tools beforehand. We accumulated them over time and honestly, that is the best way to do it!
Use this list as a starting point for all of the basic/beginner tools. These tools are the ones that you’ll want to ensure you have on deck as you start your first couple of home projects.
New Home Essentials:
Home Office Must-Haves
In today’s world, so many people are working from home. And while it’s super convenient (and I absolutely love it), that means you’ll have to furnish your own home office.
But this section isn’t just about working from home, this section includes all types of office supplies you may need at any given time!
When thinking about things to buy for a new house checklist, you’ll want all of the essentials to make your WFH life the best it can possibly be.
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New Home Essentials:
Technology Must-Haves
One of the best parts about moving into a new home is that you get to break into the world of smart home technology.
This list isn’t completely dedicated to smart home technology (I have another post for that), but it will help you get an idea of all of the technology you should be considering in the new place!
When looking at our things to buy for a new house checklist, you’ll want to consider having these tech items on hand.
New Home Essentials:
Outdoor Must-Haves
What else does a new house mean? Gardening! Mowing! And while these may seem like chores, there’s something very rewarding about making the landscaping your own.
Well, at least my husband says mowing the lawn is rewarding lol. Everyone has their own hobbies! 🤣
Don’t forget these new home must-haves when thinking about the outdoors!
New Home Essentials:
Miscellaneous Must-Haves
Last but not least, we have our miscellaneous section. These items didn’t really fall into the other categories but can be used throughout the house in different scenarios.
These items will help you round out your things to buy for a new house checklist!
And There You Have It!
Whether you’re a first-time home buyer, or an experienced mover at this point, it’s important to make sure you’ve got everything covered for the big transition.
This things to buy for a new house checklist will help keep you organized and ensure that you’ve checked all of your boxes. Happy moving!
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