24 People Share Useful Tips And Things To Check Before Moving Into Your First Apartment

In 2021, the average age that EU residents moved out of their parents’ homes for the first time was 26.5. However, the age varied greatly by country, with Swedes typically moving out at age 19 while adults in Portugal tended to take their time, living with their parents until they hit 33 years old, on average. Regardless of what age you first leave the nest, though, there is plenty to learn when you live on your own for the first time. You might suddenly realize how much effort it takes to keep floors clean, why your parents were so concerned about turning off lights and taking short showers, and how landlords might not always have your best interest at heart.

So to help all of you pandas out there who are planning on moving out on your own soon, we’ve gathered a list of “first apartment” tips that Redditors have shared down below. From how to avoid being scammed to knowing which appliances are actually worth purchasing, we hope you’ll find something useful within this list that will spare you all some trouble. Keep reading to also find interviews with the experts at liv.rent and Parker Cox from Tenant Planet, and be sure to upvote all of the tips you wish someone had given you before you flew the nest!