15 Best Space-Saving Kitchen Gadgets for Small Apartments

Counter-savers

1. Collapsible colander ↗ — flattens to 2 inches.

2. Over-sink cutting board ↗ — extends counter.

3. Magnetic knife strip ↗ — frees a drawer.

4. Wall-mounted spice rack ↗ — vertical storage.

5. Foldable dish rack ↗ — stows away.

Cabinet-savers

6. Stackable pot lid holder ↗ — ends the lid pile.

7. Pan organizer rack ↗ — stands pans on edge.

8. Under-shelf basket ↗ — uses dead space.

9. Can riser ↗ — double-deck cans.

10. Lazy Susan ↗ — corner cabinets.

Multi-taskers

11. Immersion blender ↗ — replaces a counter blender.

12. Multi-cooker ↗ — one appliance, many jobs.

13. Mandoline slicer ↗ — fast prep, stores flat.

14. Silicone baking mats ↗ — no parchment waste.

15. Compact food scale ↗ — flats against a wall.

Our pick

Start with an over-sink cutting board ↗, a magnetic knife strip ↗, and a pan organizer rack ↗. Three buys, noticeable space back.

FAQ

Renting — no drilling? Use adhesive strips and tension mounts. Best first buy? The over-sink board ↗.**