Some of us were born with organization in our blood, others…well, we have to work at it. If clutter has hit a fever pitch (and not in a good way), it's time to dial into some effective storage solutions. As the old saying goes, a place for everything and everything in its place is what we're trying to achieve.
There are a slew of companies offering nifty products or lofty Pinterest projects with the goal of helping to achieve max organization, but some can be downright pricey. Even those DIY ideas that look affordable can really add up. After all, there's a reason why everything homemade on Etsy costs a fortune. So what's a person to do? Research the very best in cheap storage ideas, of course.
But, seriously, who has time for that type of fact-finding mission? If we did, our homes would already be well-organized, clutter-free, and looking like something that could be featured in a glossy magazine. Fortunately, affordable storage-seekers will find the homework done for them right here. From bathroom space-savers to closet wranglers to undercover storage that looks more like an accent piece than the very thing that's keeping a room contained, these hero items offer plenty to cheer about. Home improvement projects that won't break the bank — this is something we can all get behind. Ready, set, store!
Tjena Storage Box
Whether it's papers you want to file or stuffed animals that need a home, we're loving the stylish print of this box, not to mention it's cut-out handles.
IKEA Tjena storage box ($4.99, Ikea)
AmazonBasics Foldable Storage Cubes
Perfect for folding up and tucking away when not in use, this six-pack of cloth bins are a great sie for toys, clothes, or anything else that requires corralling.
Amazon storage cubes ($16.99, Amazon)
IKEA Hyllis Shelf Unit
It doesn't get easier or more affordable to provide your garage or mudroom with extra shelving to keep items organized than with this galvanized shelf unit that's ideal for either indoor or outdoor use.
IKEA Hyllis shelf unit ($14.99, IKEA)
Sterilite Ultra Clear Under Bed Box Sterilite 74 Qt Ultra Clear Under Bed Box
When it feels like there's no space left to store things in THE home, don't forget to check under the bed! This clear under bed storage box can be used in a variety of ways — for out-of-season clothes, toys, linens, books, or anything else you'd rather have out-of-sight but nearby.
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Sterilite Under Bed Storage Box ($17.99, Target)__
Rebrilliant Store and More Plastic Craft Case
We want our kids to use their imaginations and get creative, but we'll be damned if there aren't beads, crayons, and other crafty items littered all over our humble abode. Get things organized with this colorful and compact organizer featuring five removable containers.
Store and More Plastic Craft Case ($11.99, Wayfair)
Pillowfort Plastic Storage Bin with Woven Handles
Target's Pillowfort brand is all kinds of useful, and this plastic storage bin is big enough to wrangle kid stuff like games or seasonal items, like beach blankets and sand toys. The handles make it easy to tote around the house, or use to pick up and hide the evidence of clutter by storing in a closet.
Pillowfort Storage Bin ($7.99, Target)
Wayfair Basics Over the Toilet Storage
When your bathroom storage space is sub-par, it's time to get clever. This over-the-toilet shelving unit maximizes the space around the porcelain thrown so that you can keep linens and toiletries within reach.
Over the Toilet Storage ($21.99, Wayfair)
ClosetMaid Stackable 10-Cube Organizer
We can't all afford closet designers like Kim Kardashian, but with budget-friendly organizers, like this one from ClosetMaid, we can get a step closer to DIY-ing our own fabulous space. Ideal for storing shoes, accessories, or even household items if you choose to use it in a pantry, this cubed organizer comes in mighty handy.
ClosetMaid 10-Cube Organizer ($24.99, Amazon)
Simple Houseware Foldable Closet Organizer Clothing Storage Box
The very thought of having a storage box of such neatly-folded t-shirts and linens admittedly makes us giddy. Another foldable organizer for easy storage when not in use, this bad boy will keep things tidy in your closet and the handles make it oh-so-easy to move from space to space.
Simple Houseware 3 Pack Foldable Closet Organizer Clothing Storage Box ($18.87, Amazon)
Prince Lionheart Jumbo Toy Hammock
Kids and stuffed animals go together like peanut butter and jelly. Unfortunately, those stuffies also typically end up all over the place. This toy hammock is genius (and cheap!) because it gets the clutter off the floor and into one neat little corner.
Prince Lionheart Toy Hammock ($6.99, Target)
IKEA Observatore Clip-On Baskets
Get more bang for your shelving buck by adding extra storage to cabinets or even freestanding units with these clip-on baskets. They slide right onto existing shelves, providing more space to store stuff to keep your home clutter-free.
IKEA Observatore Clip-On Baskets ($3.99, IKEA)
Mercury Row Colvard 3-Piece Floating Shelf Set
Here's the thing, you're not going to fit a ton of stuff on these floating shelves. However, they are great for curating small collections of trinkets or other small items too pretty not to display that have yet to find a home. They're great for getting stuff off of bookshelves and turning them into decorative pieces.
Mercury Row Colvard 3-Piece Floating Shelf Set ($18.95, Wayfair)
Pull-Out Lid Organizer
Both literally and figuratively, there's a lid to every pot. But why is it so darn difficult to store all of them? This nifty organizer from The Container Store makes it oh-so-easy to locate lids without them flopping around and taking up excess space in your cabinets.
Pull-Out Lid Organizer ($12.99, The Container Store)
IKEA Skubb Hanging Shoe Organizer
Here's a little secret — hanging shoe organizers can be used for so much more than the stuff you wear on your feet. Whether you're trying to organize accessories, beauty products, household products — this organizer is for you. It hangs neatly on any closet rod and once you start using it you'll realize the possibilities are endless.
IKEA Skubb Hanging Shoe Organizer ($4.99, IKEA)
IKEA Raskog Utility Cart
Do not underestimate the power of storage on wheels. This little workhorse would make the perfect homework cart for all of those odds and ends that always disappear around that time of day. Or it could store bathroom items, even arts and crafts supplies. Point being, you can move it around your house with ease whenever you need a little extra storage.
IKEA Raskog Utility Cart ($24.99, IKEA)
World Market Espresso Wire Samuel Baskets
If you like your storage with a little old school kitsch, then you'll love these wire baskets from World Market that can contain all sorts of around-the-house items that need a place to live other than cluttering drawers or, even worse, your floors.
World Market Espresso Wire Samuel Baskets ($14.99 – $22.49, World Market)
Essentials 7-Compartment Plastic Vanity Organizer
Organize your makeup arsenal on the cheap! This vanity organizer from Dollar Tree can hold your lipsticks, glosses, pencils, shadows, and blushes, keeping them in your line of sight and well maintained.
Essentials 7-Compartment Plastic Vanity Organizer ($12 for a case of 12, Dollar Tree)
South Shore Storit Canvas Bedside Storage Caddy
No need to clutter up a bedside table with nighttime necessities. This cloth caddy tucks underneath any mattress, hanging from the side of the bed to store important stuff like books, magazines, remote controls, and other goodies.
South Shore Storit Canvas Bedside Storage Caddy ($15.62, Walmart)
Whitmor Hanging 5 Section Accessory Shelves Grey
Add some shelving to your closet with this hanging organizer. Use it for items you'd prefer to fold rather than hang in a closet, or tuck shoes and accessories safely away.
Whitmor Hanging 5 Section Accessory Shelves Grey ($6.15, Walmart)
Miles Kimball Over The Door Storage Rack XL
Make the most of the doors in your home with over the door storage racks, great for holding books, media, or even pantry items if used in the kitchen.
Miles Kimball Over The Door Storage Rack XL ($20.85, Walmart)
