Joe McConnell
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I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but summer is ending.
This means we’ve officially entered back-to-school season, which for many means moving into a college dorm.
Of course, being a college student is expensive, so finding affordable furniture is a must. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to make your small space stylish and cozy on a budget!
If you’re looking for budget dorm room ideas, you’ve come to the right place. Our team of shopping editors have found the best budget dorm room decorations that they’d love to have in their college dorm.
The best part is that all of these choices cost less than $100, because your budget would be better spent on late-night snacks and coffee for study sessions.
In addition to dorm room essentials like comfy mattress pads or shower caddy, you’ll also want some cute (and affordable) furniture to make the space a place you actually want to hang out. After all, you’ll be spending a lot of time there.
The easiest (and oldest) trick in the book is to add some posters—we found sets of three with trendy designs that you can mix and match to create the perfect mood.
Never underestimate the power of a pop of color on your bed, whether it’s a duvet cover, patterned pillow, or cozy blanket. And no dorm room is complete without a customizable LED lamp or some cute fairy lights.
Whether it’s your freshman or senior year of college, you deserve a space that feels right at home—and you deserve to have it at an affordable price.
Keep scrolling to discover the best budget dorm furniture under $100.
