The ultimate dorm room essentials checklist: Shop deals on bedding, mini fridges, storage

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For the most part, college students are perpetually on a budget, and sticking to that budget when tackling your back-to-school shopping list can be especially tough. While tapestries and posters will amplify your dorm room’s vibe, those items are not going to help you when it is time to do laundry or when you realize that one outlet is just not going to cut it. Luckily, we found deals on dorm room essentials like power strips, storage bins, laundry bags, bedding and even small kitchen appliances to help you live comfortably without breaking the bank. Consider this the ultimate college dorm room shopping list for a tight back-to-school budget.

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➤College dorm checklist:Shop shower caddies, pillows, microwaves and more

College dorm room essentials you might not realize you need:

Home-It 6-Inch Black Bed Risers

Sterilite 60-Quart ClearView Latch Wheeled Underbed Box

Timmy 30-Pack Wire Hangers

Dokehom 95L Large Laundry Basket

Protect Life Compact First Aid Kit 

Hanycony Surge Protector Power Strip

Vailando 6-Shelf Hanging Closet Organizer

Bronax Shower Sandals

Attmu Mesh Shower Caddy

Apple AirTags 4-Pack

College dorm room essentials: Bedding

Beckham Hotel Collection Bed Pillows 2-Pack

Bare Home Comforter Set, Extra Long Size

Casper Sleep Comfy Mattress Topper, Twin XL

Brooklinen Luxe Sateen Core Sheet Set

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Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Throw Blanket

College dorm room essentials: Kitchen appliances

Keurig K-Mini Plus Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker

Midea WHD-113FSS1 Compact Refrigerator

Galanz Retro Countertop Microwave Oven

Ninja AF080 Mini Air Fryer

Peach Street Store Speed-Boil Water Electric Kettle

College dorm room essentials: Living

Levoit Air Purifier for Home Allergies

Bissell 3061 Featherweight Cordless Stick Vacuum

Iris USA WooZoo Oscillating Fan

Google Chromecast with Google TV 4K

Woputne Desk Lamp Clip-On Lamp

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