Top Pick ✓ Fits 4 cu ft limit
Upstreman 3.2 cu ft Mini Fridge with Freezer (BR321)
Best for: Most students who want a freezer
Capacity3.2 cu ft
Freezer0.3 cu ft
Size33.1" tall
ASU Dorm Rules and Gear
All gear here fits ASU's housing appliance limits.
ASU dorm appliance rules
ASU University Housing residence halls (Tempe and other campuses). Rooms with full kitchens and Family Housing have extra allowances.
- Mini fridge Limits
- No more than 4.0 cu ft in residence hall rooms, unless University Housing provides one.
- Microwave Limits
- Allowed when limited to 700 W.
- Power strips / surge protectors Limits
- Must be UL approved. Plug cords only into the wall or a surge protector.
Kitchen
- Mini fridge Limits
- No more than 4.0 cu ft in residence hall rooms, unless University Housing provides one.
Only small refrigerators (no more than 4.0 cubic ft) are allowed in residence hall rooms
- Microwave Limits
- Allowed when limited to 700 W.
Microwaves are permitted when limited to 700-watt usage.
- Coffee maker Not published
- Not published.
- Keurig / single-serve Not published
- Not published.
- Electric kettle Not published
- Not published.
- Air fryer Not allowed
- Not allowed; listed with open heating elements.
- Toaster / toaster oven Not allowed
- Not allowed (appliances with a heated coil).
- Rice cooker Not published
- Not published.
- Instant Pot / pressure cooker Not allowed
- Instant Pots are not allowed.
- Hot plate Not allowed
- Not allowed.
- Blender Not published
- Not published.
- Indoor grill / griddle Not allowed
- Waffle makers and other appliances with a heated coil are not allowed.
Personal care
- Hair dryer Not published
- Not published.
- Straightener / curling iron Not published
- Not published.
- Clothes iron Not published
- Not published.
- Clothes steamer Not published
- Not published.
Climate
- Space heater Not allowed
- Not allowed.
- Fan Not published
- Not published.
- Air purifier Not published
- Not published.
- Humidifier Not published
- Not published.
- Window / portable AC Not published
- Not published.
Power & lighting
- Extension cords Limits
- At least 16 gauge with a grounded three-prong plug; never run in series.
- Power strips / surge protectors Limits
- Must be UL approved. Plug cords only into the wall or a surge protector.
- Halogen lamps Not allowed
- Halogen lamps and bulbs are not allowed.
- Desk lamp Not published
- Not published.
- String / LED lights Limits
- Holiday/string lights only if low wattage (under 12 W) and UL labeled.
- Candles / incense Not allowed
- Candles and incense are not allowed.
- Wax warmers Not allowed
- Candle warmers are not permitted in the halls.
Room
- Lofts Not allowed
- Lofting your bed is not permitted unless your community provides lofting.
- Bed risers Not published
- Not published.
- Adhesive hooks / strips Not published
- Not published.
- Over-the-door hooks Not published
- Not published.
Official sources (1)
Policies change. Always confirm current rules with ASU University Housing. Rules verified Oct 9, 2026.
Mini fridges
ASU allows small refrigerators of no more than 4.0 cu ft in residence hall rooms.
Best Value ✓ Fits 4 cu ft limit
Upstreman 1.7 cu ft Mini Fridge with Freezer (FR17)
Best for: Tight budgets and small rooms
Capacity1.7 cu ft
FreezerBuilt-in
Size19.3" tall
✓ Fits 4 cu ft limit
Midea 1.6 cu ft Compact Refrigerator (WHS-65LB1)
Best for: Fitting under a lofted bed or desk
Capacity1.6 cu ft
NoiseUnder 42 dB
Size19.4" tall
✓ Fits 4 cu ft limit
Igloo 3.2 cu ft Mini Fridge with Freezer
Best for: Sharing with a roommate
Capacity3.2 cu ft
Freezer0.2 cu ft
Size32.5" tall
✓ Fits 4 cu ft limit
BLACK+DECKER 3.2 cu ft Compact Refrigerator (BCRK32B)
Best for: A bigger freezer section
Capacity3.2 cu ft
Freezer0.9 cu ft
Size32.7" tall
✓ Fits 4 cu ft limit
EUHOMY 3.2 cu ft Mini Fridge with Freezer
Best for: Light sleepers
Capacity3.2 cu ft
Noise38 dB
Size31.1" tall
Microwaves
ASU allows microwaves limited to 700 W.
Top Pick ✓ Fits 700 W limit
COMFEE' 0.7 cu ft Countertop Microwave (EM720CPL-PMB)
Best for: Everyday reheating
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.3"
Best Value ✓ Fits 700 W limit
Chefman 0.7 cu ft Compact Microwave
Best for: Tight budgets
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.5"
✓ Fits 700 W limit
Commercial Chef 0.7 cu ft Countertop Microwave (CHM770B)
Best for: Simple one-touch controls
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.6"
✓ Fits 700 W limit
Farberware 0.7 cu ft Countertop Microwave
Best for: Multi-stage cooking
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.3"
✓ Fits 700 W limit
Toshiba 0.7 cu ft Countertop Microwave (MM-EM07PA)
Best for: A trusted brand name
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.1"
✓ Fits 700 W limit
Commercial Chef 0.6 cu ft Countertop Microwave (CHM660B)
Best for: The smallest footprint
Power700 W
Capacity0.6 cu ft
Width17.8"
Power strips
ASU requires UL-approved surge protectors; plug cords only into the wall or a surge protector.
Top Pick ✓ Fits the limits
Tripp Lite Protect It! 6-Outlet Surge Protector (TLP606B)
Best for: Desk setups and chargers
Outlets6
Breaker15 A
Cord6 ft
Best Value ✓ Fits the limits
GE 6-Outlet Surge Protector, 2 ft cord
Best for: Tight budgets and short reaches
Outlets6
BreakerBuilt-in
Cord2 ft
✓ Fits the limits
Tripp Lite Protect It! 8-Outlet Flat-Plug Surge Protector (TLP808B)
Best for: Outlets behind beds and dressers
Outlets8
Breaker15 A
PlugFlat
✓ Fits the limits
Tripp Lite Protect It! 6-Outlet Surge Protector with USB (TLP606USBB)
Best for: Charging phones without extra bricks
Outlets6 + 2 USB
Breaker15 A
Cord6 ft
✓ Fits the limits
Tripp Lite 8-Outlet Flat-Plug Surge Protector with USB (TLP88USBB)
Best for: Gaming and desk setups with lots of plugs
Outlets8 + 2 USB
Breaker15 A
Cord8 ft
✓ Fits the limits
GE 6-Outlet Power Strip with Circuit Breaker (14831)
Best for: Lamps and chargers on the tightest budget
Outlets6
Breaker15 A
Cord2 ft
Don't forget
Move-in basics that fit ASU housing rules.
Bed
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Twin XL sheets
Amazon Basics Microfiber Twin XL Sheet Set
Check your bed size
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Mattress topper
Bedsure Twin XL Mattress Pad
Twin XL size
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Mattress protector
Utopia Bedding Waterproof Twin XL Mattress Protector
Waterproof, Twin XL
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Bed shelf
BedShelfie Bedside Shelf with Cable Catch
Clips to the bed frame
Buy on Amazon
Bath & laundry
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Shower caddy
Attmu Mesh Shower Caddy, 9 Pockets
Mesh, quick-drying
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Shower shoes
Xomiboe Quick-Dry Shower Shoes
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Towels
Amazon Basics 6-Piece Cotton Towel Set
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Laundry hamper
Handy Laundry Pop-Up Mesh Hamper
Pops up, folds flat
Buy on Amazon
Room & desk
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Desk lamp
Lampat Dimmable LED Desk Lamp
LED; halogen not allowed
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Under-bed storage
Amazon Basics Under-Bed Storage Bags
Slides under the bed
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Over-door hooks
FYY Over-the-Door Hooks, 4-Pack
No nails or tacks
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Door mirror
SCWF-GZ Full-Length Over-the-Door Mirror
Hangs over the door
Buy on Amazon
Small stuff
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Command strips
Command Large Picture Hanging Strips
Removable adhesive strips
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First-aid kit
BAND-AID Travel Ready First Aid Kit, 80 Pieces
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Power strip with USB
Tripp Lite 6-Outlet Surge Protector with 2 USB Ports
UL, built-in breaker
Buy on Amazon -
Laptop lock
Kensington Combination Laptop Cable Lock
Needs a lock slot
Buy on Amazon
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