11 Under-$25 IKEA Finds That Maximize Storage in Narrow Kitchens

IKEA’s HULTARP rail system works brilliantly in narrow kitchens. It takes advantage of the vertical wall space and can be used to hang anything. I’d recommend lining it up with these storage containers and hooks to hang dish towels, utensils, and more.

Clear off your kitchen counter with the SUNNERSTA organizer. It uses tension rods to keep it firmly in place between upper cabinets and countertops (a renter’s dream!). It’s fully adjustable: use it to store paper towels, cooking utensils — the list goes on!

For the folks without a pantry, this HYLLIS shelf unit will go a long way. The durable, galvanized steel shelf offers three tiers of storage and is slim enough to tuck into narrow spaces. I’d pair it with a few bins to organize items by type.

Bulky knife blocks are over, and this space-saving HULTARP knife rack is in. Its powerful magnet keeps chopping knives within reach, and while you will need to screw it into the wall, it’s worth what you’ll gain in storage space.

If shelf space is tight, the VARIERA insert effectively doubles your storage by giving you an extra layer of shelving. Pop one inside your cabinet or keep one on your counter to store things like mugs and coffee grounds.

The name of the narrow-kitchen game is to use your walls, and the BEKVÄM rack gives spices a permanent place to live without cluttering your counter. It can hold more than just spices, too: use it for cooking oils, cookbooks, sauces, and anything else you want nearby.

Create the storage you wish you had with the OMAR shelf unit. The galvanized steel shelf can be stacked to function as a makeshift pantry, or you can put a single one on your countertop for space-saving storage. IKEA shoppers say it’s super sturdy, too.

Instead of letting a bulky fruit bowl take up space on your counter, go for the CHOKLADHAJ food storage boxes. They’re stackable, so they don’t take up as much room on your counter, and they keep all of your produce well within view, so you never forget what you have.

This slim storage cart rolls neatly into narrow spaces, so it’s perfect for cramped kitchens. Use it to hold anything from spices to dry goods, cleaning supplies, and anything else you struggle to find a place for.

The NÅLBLECKA organizer offers double-decker storage in a compact footprint. It’s about 5 inches deep, so it sits snugly at the back of the counter without taking up much space. One IKEA shopper says they use it to store canisters of coffee for an at-home coffee bar moment.

A lazy Susan is a storage must, especially in a tiny kitchen. The APTITLIG organizer is so worth the (minimal) space it requires on your counter — place it next to your stove and use it to store essentials like salt and pepper, cooking oils, and sauces.