The average home contains 300,000 items! That's a lot of stuff that people have to store.

One of the best ways to store your items is a walk-in closet. You'll have plenty of room for clothes, shoes, accessories, and more. But how can you use that space wisely instead of wasting it?

We're here to offer some advice that can help you make the most of your ample closet space. Read on for our top apartment walk-in closet ideas.

Use Vertical Space 

Too many people neglect vertical space in their closets unless it's already available to them. Yes, you should be using any built-in shelves or hanging racks, but why not add more storage to your closet?

Apartment Walk-in closets are the perfect spaces for tall and shallow shelves. While you may not want to take up all of the available closet space (after all, that will dramatically decrease your walk-in space), you'll actually free up some room with the shelves.

If you can't find shelves that will fit perfectly, you have options.

First, you can DIY it. Making shelves is time-consuming, but the payoff is worth it when they're perfect for your closet.

You can also stack pre-existing shelves. This is far less work for you and you should get similar results, even if they aren't custom.

Add a Vanity

You may not be spending a ton of time in your walk-in closet, but adding a vanity area and a place to sit can make it more comfortable and more aesthetically appealing.

You can use your vanity to do your makeup (if you wear makeup) or just to store things like jewelry. If you add lights around the mirror, you'll also have a well-lit space. Instead of a closet, you'll have a true dressing room.

There are a few ways to go about this.

You could get a traditional vanity. While they're not as popular as they once were, you can still find them at most furniture stores. Sometimes thrift stores will have vintage ones.

You could also combine a desk and a mirror. This DIY option is often more affordable and you'll be able to customize your walk-in closet. Finding a desk to fit a small space is easier than finding a vanity for a small space.

Create an Ironing and Repair Space

Ironing clothing is something of a lost art in 2022, but if you wear clothes that are prone to wrinkling, you know how important it is! Make room in your walk-in closet for an ironing board and quick repairs.

You can get ironing boards that will sit against the walls and fold down when you're ready to use them. This is the most effective way to use your space.

You can also have a small storage area for needles, thread, and even a sewing machine. These objects won't take up much space, but they'll be a game-changer if you ever have a small tear in your favorite piece of clothing!

Use a Rolling Cart

If you have an apartment with walk-in closet, consider adding a rolling cart. Many people love the idea of an island or countertop in their walk-in closets, but it's not always feasible. Space may be an issue, and apartments with walk-in closets can't exactly be modified to that extent.

For a quick and easy solution, use a rolling cart. 

If you have a large walk-in closet you can also consider using a small rolling island. Rolling islands aren't just for kitchens. A small one will fit well in your walk-in closet. They're easy to move around, making them convenient for the initial move-in and for when you need to make more space. If the closet gets too crowded, you can move the island or cart into your bedroom.

You can use it to store jewelry and accessories or small pieces of clothing. You can even use it as your vanity if there's space for a chair.