Top Pick ✓ Under 4 cu ft
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
NYU Dorm Rules and Gear
All gear here fits NYU's housing appliance limits.
NYU dorm appliance rules
NYU residence halls (New York). Some traditional halls provide a microfridge; apartment-style suites have kitchens. Clark Street beds are standard twin.
- Mini fridge Limits
- Small refrigerators under 4 cu ft are permitted. Some traditional halls provide a microfridge.
- Microwave Not published
- Not published.
- Power strips / surge protectors Limits
- Only power strips with built-in surge protectors.
Kitchen
- Mini fridge Limits
- Small refrigerators under 4 cu ft are permitted. Some traditional halls provide a microfridge.
Small refrigerators under four cubic feet are permitted.
- Microwave Not published
- Not published.
- 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.
- Toaster / toaster oven Limits
- Toaster ovens are prohibited. One toaster per suite, kept in the kitchen of apartment-style suites only.
- Rice cooker Not published
- Not published.
- Instant Pot / pressure cooker Not allowed
- Pressure cookers are prohibited.
- Hot plate Not allowed
- Not allowed.
- Blender Not published
- Not published.
- Indoor grill / griddle Not allowed
- 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 allowed
- Air conditioners and air coolers are prohibited.
Power & lighting
- Extension cords Not allowed
- Extension cords and multi-plug adaptors are prohibited.
- Power strips / surge protectors Limits
- Only power strips with built-in surge protectors.
power strips with built-in surge protectors are permitted
- Halogen lamps Not allowed
- Not allowed.
- Desk lamp Allowed
- Non-halogen desk or floor lamps.
- String / LED lights Not published
- Not published.
- Candles / incense Not allowed
- Not allowed.
- Wax warmers Not published
- Not published.
Room
- Lofts Not published
- Not published.
- Bed risers Not published
- Not published.
- Adhesive hooks / strips Not allowed
- Only painter's tape; Command hooks and double-sided tape damage walls.
- Over-the-door hooks Not published
- Not published.
Official sources (1)
Policies change. Always confirm current rules with NYU Residential Life and Housing Services. Rules verified Oct 9, 2026.
Mini fridges
NYU permits small refrigerators under 4 cu ft. Check your hall page first: some traditional halls provide a microfridge.
Best Value ✓ Under 4 cu ft
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
✓ Under 4 cu ft
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
✓ Under 4 cu ft
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
✓ Under 4 cu ft
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
✓ Under 4 cu ft
EUHOMY 3.2 cu ft Mini Fridge with Freezer
Best for: Light sleepers
Capacity3.2 cu ft
Noise38 dB
Size31.1" tall
Power strips
NYU prohibits extension cords and multi-plug adaptors; power strips with built-in surge protectors are the exception.
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
Don't forget
Move-in basics that fit NYU housing rules.
Bed
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Twin XL sheets
Amazon Basics Microfiber Twin XL Sheet Set
Twin XL (Clark St: twin)
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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
Non-halogen
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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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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
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Laptop lock
Kensington Combination Laptop Cable Lock
Needs a lock slot
Buy on Amazon
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