17 Dorm Storage and Organization Solutions That'll Make Small-Space Living Easier

The Three-Tier Metal Utility Cart ($35) features three shelves with mesh metal bottoms to allow your items to breathe. It's perfect for storing your makeup, skin care, bath and body products, school supplies, cleaning supplies, and anything else that requires you to move these items around your space. You can even create the ultimate food and coffee station in your dorm room.

Utilize the space under your bed to store items with the Room Essentials 60qt Latching Underbed Tote ($17). It's great for storing clothes that are not currently in season, shoes, or even extra snacks.

This Made by Design Over the Door 26 Shelf Mesh Shoe Organizer ($22) holds so many pairs. Its functionality doesn't stop there; it's got a space-saving design with over-the-door storage.

You can use this Interlocking Drawer Organizer Set ($8) so many ways. It's perfect for dorm desk drawers, storage drawers, and keeping your side tables organized. Also, it's a great way to organize makeup and skin care.

Make use of vertical space, and use the Room Essentials Tall Shoe Rack ($30) to not only store shoes but also any other items. You can store your most-used skin care and makeup, jewelry and other accessories, and even snacks!

Keep your folded clothes in the Room Essentials Hanging Closet Set Gray ($10). The coolest part about this system is that it comes with a detachable laundry bag so you can keep everything off the floor.

The Room Essentials Cube Bookshelf With Bench ($60) is perfect for both extra seating and storage. You can store your shoes, textbooks, extra clothes and accessories, snacks, and more in the four storage compartments while letting guests and friends chill on the bench.

Make use of those awkward corners with the Room Essentials Corner Cube Bookshelf ($60). It has nine compartments perfect for storing shoes, school necessities, snacks, and so much more. You can even use this as a side table.

The Room Essentials 4 Drawer Medium Weave Tower Storage Cart ($19) can double as your bedside table or even a vanity. Keep your hair tools and cosmetics or your underwear and bras in these drawers.

Whether your dorm comes with built-in shelves or not, the Room Essentials Stackable Single Shoe Rack ($7) is so useful. You can stack multiple so you can make the most out of your vertical space. It's not just for shoes, either; it's a great way to store your school necessities, snacks and food, and so much more.

Make use of the space underneath your bed with the Room Essentials Under Bed Mesh Shoe Rack ($10). You can keep your shoes and other outdoor necessities neatly organized and in a dedicated spot.

Keep your extra bedding, towels, or not-in-season clothes in this sturdy Room Essentials Decorative Baskets Steel Square ($8). You can even use this to house extra snacks or store your accessories.

Dorm rooms are notorious for having the worst closet space. But don't worry, the Room Essentials Freestanding Closet Black/Silver ($50) is all you need to curate outfits and keep your clothes and accessories organized.

From shoes to clothes and so much more, stack the Room Essentials 31" Stackable Shelf ($17) for the ultimate storage solution. You can make the most out of your vertical space with this.

You can't go wrong with a few of the Room Essentials Fabric Cube Storage Bin 11" ($4). It keeps items in their dedicated spot without making the mess seen. It also comes in a variety of colors!

The Room Essentials Storage Ottoman ($17) is a must for every dorm room. Not only does it provide extra seating, but it also has plenty of room to store necessities like snacks, extra bedding, and more. If you have more space, get the Room Essentials Double Storage Ottoman ($30).

You can't go wrong with the Room Essentials Dolen Over the Door Decorative Hook Rack ($16). It's perfect for towels, handbags, backpacks, and more!