12 Under-$10 IKEA Organizers That Are Perfect for Narrow Kitchens

Alexa CasanovaShopping Writer
Alexa CasanovaShopping Writer
I cover all things shopping, from cleaning and organizing finds to decor and furniture that’s worth every penny. Your home says a lot about you, so I’m always curious about the things people choose to bring into their space — and aim to make it easier to find those things! I’ve written home and lifestyle content for Well+Good and Design Milk.
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I speak from experience when I say that cooking in a small, narrow kitchen is not for the faint of heart. The lack of storage and counter space makes preparing even a basic meal a messy, stress-inducing event. However, the right organizing tools will make even the tiniest of kitchens infinitely more functional, and, dare I say, help you reach a flow state while cooking. 

You don’t need to overspend on a fancy system to completely transform your kitchen, either — IKEA has plenty of affordable options. The Swedish superstore has pages and pages of storage items for under $10. I took the liberty of creating a “mise en place” of the best ones for you to make streamlining your kitchen easy. 

VARIERA Pot Lid Organizer
$8

No more stacking pot lids in a precarious heap. This stainless steel lid organizer keeps lids upright and easy to find, so your cabinets stay free of clutter. Because it's only $8, why not grab an extra for hat storage?

$8 at IKEA
PÅLYCKE Clip-on Basket
$9

This clip-on basket gives over-stuffed cabinets a bit of extra breathing room. It can be used inside a cabinet shelf as an additional layer of storage, or clip onto the bottom of a cabinet to keep clutter off countertops.

$9 at IKEA
VARIERA Lazy Susan
$10

A lazy Susan will make even the most chaotic of kitchens 10 times more functional. Keep it by the stovetop so all your cooking essentials are within reach, or put it in a cabinet to avoid having to search through your shelves. It’s the easiest $10 you’ll spend.

$10 at IKEA
CHOKLADHAJ Portable Organizer
$5

Editors adore IKEA’s line of CHOKLADHAJ organizers, and this portable item from it is no exception. It features two compartments that keep everything from napkins and cutlery to essential spices and dressings neat and ready to tote from the kitchen to the table.

$5 at IKEA
UPPDATERA Sliding Organizer for Drawer
$5

It doesn’t get simpler than the UPPDATERA organizer. It’s a slim tray that rests on top of a drawer and effectively banishes messes and makes your most-used spices and kitchen essentials easy to find. The soft fabric material lets it slide effortlessly along the drawer’s edge, too, giving you unfettered access to items underneath.

$5 at IKEA
KLIPPKAKTUS Drink Holder
$10

This is the organizer you didn’t know you needed. It keeps cans and bottles in a neat row and saves valuable fridge space, and it automatically pushes drinks forward when one is removed, so you won’t have to reach back into the fridge. What’s more, they connect horizontally to create a streamlined drink shelf!

$10 at IKEA
PÅLYCKE Clip-On Multi-Purpose Rack
$5

As a renter, there’s little I can do about my apartment’s lack of cabinet space … but the PALYCKE clip-on storage rack changes everything. It easily clips onto most shelves up to 20 millimeters thick (no drilling required) and can hold wine glasses or a roll of paper towels.

$5 at IKEA
UPPDATERA Tray with Spice Rack
$10

You won’t regret making the switch from a wall-mounted spice rack to this tray organizer. It keeps the visual clutter out of sight, while ensuring spices stay neat and mess-free, thanks to its multi-level design and easy-to-clean tray. But you should know that it’s in IKEA’s "last chance" section — so once it’s gone, it’s gone!

$10 at IKEA
SKOLÄST Sink Container
$6

Keep sponges, dish brushes, and dish soap from crowding your countertops with the SKOLAEST sink container. It rests on the edge of your kitchen sink (no hardware required!), and even features an extendable arm to hang-dry dishcloths.

$6 at IKEA
VARIERA Plastic Bag Dispenser
$5

If you have way too many grocery bags in your kitchen, IKEA’s VARIERA bag dispenser is hands-down the best way to keep them from taking over. The compact size fits perfectly in any cabinet, and it makes for excellent sock storage in your closet, too!

$5 at IKEA
CHOKLADHAJ Kitchen Countertop Organizer
$8

Stop rifling through drawers to find your favorite spatula, and snag this brilliant countertop find for only $8. The two-tiered organizer is a home base for everything you could need while preparing a meal, like cooking utensils, oils, and spices.

$8 at IKEA
UPPDATERA Knife Rack
$5

Who has the space for a bulky knife block, anyway? The UPPDATERA rack allows you to stow knives neatly in a drawer, and actually preserves their sharpness in the long run, thanks to the individual slots that keep their blades from sliding around the drawer.

$5 at IKEA

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