Dorm Furnishing Costs Surge as Social Media Aesthetics Drive Student Spending

By Anna Baluch · Realtor.com · 2026-09-26

According to a recent report from Realtor.com, college students are now spending an average of $760 to outfit their dorm rooms before tuition or rent is even considered. The data suggests that nearly 30% of students cross the $1,000 threshold, often fueled by the pressure to crea

According to a recent report from Realtor.com, college students are now spending an average of $760 to outfit their dorm rooms before tuition or rent is even considered. The data suggests that nearly 30% of students cross the $1,000 threshold, often fueled by the pressure to crea