Getting Your Home Ready for Fall 

Put Away the Summer Stuff

Start with the things you probably won’t be using much longer. Patio items, beach bags, summer clothes, fans, and other seasonal things can be cleaned up and put away until next year. If you don’t have a lot of storage space, under-bed bins, closet organizers, and baskets can help keep things out of the way without making your apartment feel crowded.



Give Your Apartment a Quick Clean

You don’t need to deep clean every room. Just focus on a few areas that are easy to forget about during the summer. Wipe down windowsills and baseboards, dust ceiling fans, clean up the entryway, and go through anything that has started piling up over the last few months. It’s also a good time to check things like smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and make sure everything in your apartment is working the way it should. If you notice something that needs attention, reach out to your property management or maintenance team.



Make It Feel a Little More Like Fall

You don’t have to completely redecorate your apartment just because the seasons are changing. Something as simple as adding a cozy blanket, changing out a few pillow covers, or bringing in warmer colors can make your space feel completely different. You can also add a few small seasonal decorations without spending a lot of money. Just make sure anything you hang or place outside follows the guidelines for your building.



Get Your Balcony or Patio Ready

Minnesota weather can change pretty quickly, so it’s better to take care of outdoor spaces before the first really cold day shows up. Clean off your balcony or patio, bring in anything that could be damaged by rain, wind, or snow, and store cushions or other soft items somewhere dry. If you aren’t sure what can stay outside during the colder months, check with your property management team.



Make Room for Boots, Coats, and Winter Gear

Once winter gets here, coats, boots, hats, and gloves can take over an entryway pretty fast. Making a spot for everything now will make life a little easier later. A small shoe rack, hooks, baskets, or even just a designated area near the door can help keep everything from ending up in a pile. A good entryway mat is also worth having before wet and snowy boots become part of everyday life again.



Enjoy the Last Part of Summer

Getting ready for fall doesn’t mean summer is over just yet. There are still plenty of warm days left to enjoy your balcony, patio, neighborhood, or favorite spots around Minnesota before the colder weather arrives. Doing a few little things now can make your apartment feel cleaner, more organized, and ready for the season without turning it into a huge project. And when everything is done, take a little time to relax and enjoy your favorite spot!