16 Sofas That Look “Just Right” in Small Spaces

Danielle BlundellExecutive Director of Home
Danielle BlundellExecutive Director of Home
As Apartment Therapy's Executive Home Director, I head up our decorating, trends, and designer coverage. I studied Media Studies at UVa and Journalism at Columbia and have worked in media for more than a decade. I love homes, heels, the history of art, and hockey — but not necessarily in that order.
updated Dec 9, 2025
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Cozy living room with a white sectional sofa, patterned cushions, wall art, a guitar, and a floor lamp.
Credit: Erin Derby

Living in New York City apartments for more than a decade before moving into my first house has taught me a thing or two about squeezing a couch into a small space — as well as coaxing it through narrow hallways and tight corners to get it there. (Who doesn’t remember the pivot scene from Friends?).

Thankfully, furniture companies are actually designing on a smaller scale these days, making it easier to find more compact couches. If you’re looking for the best couches for small spaces, and how to buy said couches, I’ve got just the thing.

Quick Overview

What Makes a Good Small Space Sofa?

Try to allow for at least three feet of space around the sofa to account for traffic, and carefully consider where you intend to place. “With floating sofas, curvature is frequently a bonus and and can create a pleasing visual,” say interior designers Amanda Norcross and Scott Paterek of Norcross and Scott. “Half-circle sofas or sectionals with curved corners are often optimal for traffic flow.”

While small spaces may not lend themselves to massive modular pieces, that doesn’t mean you can’t opt for a sectional. “Often a sectional helps a smaller room,” Norcross and Paternek say. “A sectional following the perimeter of the room, with one interesting chair, takes up very little floor space.”

Don’t forget to measure your space to make sure your new sofa will fit. Make sure that either the depth or the width of the sofa is narrower than the width of your doorway, and leave enough wiggle room to account for packaging. “Measure not only where the couch will end up, but also the spaces it’ll go through to get there,” says Chairish co-founder and president, Anna Brockway.

The Best Couches for Small Spaces

From mid-century modern sofas to bohemian seats with all the flair you could ask for, the small-space-friendly sofas below are perfect for your teeny-tiny place.

All of the sofas are under 75 inches wide and under 40 inches deep (give or take an inch!) for major coziness without completely taking over a living room, but as with any type of furniture, measure your space as well as any doorways and hallways at least twice before adding to cart to make sure your dream sofa will fit.

Gabrielo 58" Square Arm Sofa Loveseat
$400$264

This pared-down option from Wayfair has won my heart over with its traditional-yet-modern look and great price point. The 58-inch-wide sofa comes with a tufted seat and two bolster pillows, and is available in a bunch of different colors for a piece that'll work in any space.

$264 at Wayfair
Sundays Movie Night™ 3-Piece Modular Sectional
$3,570

Sunday's Movie Night sofa looks much larger than it's 76-inch width, thanks to its deep, plush, "sink-in" design. It comes in eight colors, each with stain-resistant, durable upholstery, so go ahead and order it in white.

$3,570 at Sundays
Areni 57.1" Linen Round Arm Loveseat
$335$213

This chic chaise-inspired loveseat practically invites you to lounge. The teal option will add a fresh pop of color (you could also opt for a more neutral gray) and the built-in wooden side table is such a bonus.

$213 at Wayfair
Preston Loveseat Sofa
$1,399

Hunting for a couch that's also a conversation piece? Well, you can stop your search. This curved, modern loveseat has a stunning sheltering waterfall silhouette that provides you and your guests with a place to sit without impinging on your aesthetic.

$1,399 at Pottery Barn
Willow II Slipcovered Twin Sleeper
$1,999

If you're really short on space, try a "chair and a half." It's basically what it sounds like — an oversized armchair that can double as a sofa for one. This one from Crate & Barrel also doubles as a twin sleeper sofa, so you can host overnight guests even in the coziest of livign rooms.

$1,999 at Crate & Barrel
Tahtyana Upholstered Loveseat
$970

For coastal-inspired vibes, look no further than this breezy modular loveseat with plush, cloud-like cushions. And if you're worried about getting a white couch, the performance linen cushion covers are super durable, not to mention removable and machine-washable, so it will be easy to keep it clean.

$970 at Wayfair
Sven 72" Tufted Leather Loveseat
$1,599

If you’ve been dreaming of a buttery-soft, '70s-inspired tan leather couch, you don’t have to give that idea up because of your space constraints. DTC furniture brand Article makes this caramel stunner in a 72"-wide footprint. I actually own the larger 88" size, and I absolutely recommend it — no matter which size you grab.

$1,599 at Article
Chelsea Loveseat
$2,522$1,765

Equal parts modern and retro, this charming loveseat is an elegant addition to any room, and at 74 inches it's perfectly petite for smaller spaces. Its tufted back, bench seat, and gold-capped legs keep your living room from looking too casual without compromising on comfort.

$1,765 at Joybird
Andes Sofa
$1,449

At just 60 inches wide and 35 inches deep, West Elm’s Andes Sofa comes in truly pint-sized proportions (although what you’re seeing above is a larger-scale version). We love that you can customize the sofa to your space and style — the amount of made-to-order color and fabric options available are well worth the six- to nine-week wait.

$1,449 at West Elm
MUZZ 2-in-1 Convertible Sleeper Sofa
$840$530

This sleeper sofa will convert into a bed in seconds and even features a charging port for phones and cup holders on the armrests. While it might not be a full-on guest room, it has enough redeeming qualities to make your visitors feel very welcome. And, of course, it still has cozy, welcoming vibes when folded up, too.

$530 at Walmart
Modway Upholstered Loveseat
$831

With its flared arms and exposed wooden base and legs, this loveseat is all mid-century modern in style. Put one in your living room, and you won’t have to do much else for decoration.

$831 at Amazon
Burrow Range 2-Piece Sofa
$1,269$888

The modular design of Burrow's sofa gives you maximum flexiblity, a cornerstone of the DTC brand's ethos. The two-seater makes a compact-yet-capacious sofa — or, with the addition of a matching ottoman, a corner recliner. Add another seating section for a larger sofa, if you have the space. In our review of a larger version of this sofa, we noted it's "all clean lines and mid-century flair," but also "surprisingly soft for such an angular style of sofa."

$888 at Burrow
Denver Sofa
$1,798

Anthropologie furniture is quite the financial investment, but this compact little guy seems within reach if you have the budget. There’s a 70-inch-wide option for those of you working with really limited square footage, plus the deep, single cushion is perfect for kicking back and relaxing.

$1,798 at Anthropologie
UPPLAND Loveseat
$799

It’s tough to talk about small-space sofas without mentioning IKEA. Everyone’s favorite Swedish retailer has a nice farmhouse-modern small-space option for all you Fixer Upper-style fans. Best of all, it’s less than $800 and currently comes in so many different colorways.

$799 at IKEA
Rannis Twin Sofa Sleeper
$650$595

It's hard to pack more value into a small spaces sofa than this one from Ashley. It's clean, modern silhouette is as cozy as it is minimal, and the plush cushions make it the perfect place to snuggle up for movie night. It also pulls out into a sleeper sofa for overnight guests and, for the price, you really can't beat it.

$595 at Ashley
Pacifica Slim Arm Leather Sofa
$2,099

A leather sofa is classic, sleek, and goes with everything, and the Pacifica Slim Arm Leather Sofa is the perfect way to add a timeless touch to your small space. The slim arms give it a smaller, sleeker profile and you can choose from 50 different leather options to truly make it your own.

$2,099 at Pottery Barn

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