Our Black Friday Guide for Renters Has All the Best Deals

It’s that time of year again. As the holiday season fast approaches, you may be wondering how to score the best deals. And this year, many retailers are gearing up with plenty of sales ahead of Black Friday in order to get you (and your wallet) into the holiday spirit.

So what’s the best way to navigate this tangled web of discount buys? Whether you’re looking to score a gift for yourself (no judgment!) or a surprise for a loved one, it may be hard to single out the best bargains, especially if you’re looking to elevate your apartment appliances, decor, or tech.

In the spirit of giving, we here at ApartmentRatings have come up with a handy mini-guide to navigate all the big Black Friday sales that are about to drop. On your marks, get set, shop!

Amazon’s Deal Bonanza

Amazon is often the go-to for Black Friday deals, and this year will be no exception. These are just some of the deals apartment dwellers will want to add to their wishlists:

1. Save up to 40 percent on Instant Brands Kitchen Appliances. Good news for those who’ve been eyeing that Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker or the Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer, two of the hottest appliances of the entire year — and perfect for those renters who don’t have a lot of free counter space.
2. Save up to 43 percent on robot, cordless, and upright vacuums from Shark. We know – vacuums aren’t exactly the most glamorous gifts out there. However, they are practical, and usually pretty expensive. If you’ve been eyeing a vacuum upgrade, now’s the time to pounce with these amazing Black Friday deals. This Shark Cordless Hard Floor Vacuum Mop is a popular pick for those who want to upgrade their mopping setup (renters without carpets, we’re looking at you!) Looking for a more conventional vacuum? Then the Shark NV360 Navigator is the one for you. This bad boy works well on both carpets and bare floors, is anti-allergen, and comes with detachable pods for those hard-to-reach places.
3. Save up to 30 percent on air purifiers from Levoit and Coway. Both of these brands are known for their top-notch air purifiers, so take your pick between Levoit’s offering with Smart WiFi Alexa Control or Coway’s dynamic Airmega complete with all the bells and whistles.
4. Save up to 15 percent on every kind of home furnishing from rugs to mattresses. There are plenty of deals in this department to grab right now, including this Vailge Pleated Duvet Cover and this Edenbrook Lynwood Upholstered Loveseat.
5. Been waiting to introduce more Alexa-enabled devices into your home? This year’s Black Friday deals make it easier than ever, especially with up to 42 percent off on select items. Other Amazon tech sales are sure to follow, such as up to 30 percent off the Kindle Oasis, and 50 percent off the Fire TV Stick 4K.
6. Amazon always has awesome Black Friday deals on TVs, and the word is that this year shoppers will be able to save up to 30 percent on select models from Samsung, Sony, and LG. If you’ve been dreaming of an upgrade, now’s the time to pounce.

Walmart Wows with Wonderful Deals

Walmart is taking it to the next level this year with their Black Friday deals starting super early (we’re talking November 22nd early). Keep your eyes peeled for unbeatable deals on these goodies and more over the next few days:

1. Black Friday is one of the best times to score deals on appliances you’ve been eyeing all year, and Walmart is one of the best spots to get them. The retailer’s top deals this year include this handy Ninja Performance Blender, these VIZIO Bluetooth Speakers, this iRobot Roomba Vacuum, and this Gateway Celeron 2-in-1 Laptop.
2. Walmart has gone all out this year with their “Deals for Days’” Black Friday Event — great news for those who want to beat the rush and get and early start. Here are some of the best deals to score right now: Bissell CrossWave All-In-One Wet Dry Vac (now $188.00), Tempurpedic Memory Foam Essential Support Pillow (now $35.00), and Better Homes & Gardens 16-Cube Square Storage Organizer (now $109.00).

Other Black Friday Deals to Look For

1. Target is another mega-retailer that’s starting early this year. With deals starting November 21st and continuing through November 27th, shoppers will have a ton of bargains to choose from, including a ton of home deals like this KitchenAid Professional 5QT Stand Mixer, Samsung 65-Inch Smart 4K Crystal HDR UHD TV, and the Dyson V8 Motorhead Origin Cordless Stick Vacuum.
2. West Elm is also getting on board with Black Friday deals. They’re currently offering up to 50 percent off bedding and throws, 50 percent off holiday decor, and up to 40 percent off ready-to-ship furniture, like this Slope Leather Dining Chair.
3. Black Friday is a great time to score deals on big-ticket items like mattresses, so keep your eyes peeled for awesome deals on heavy hitters like this Cocoon Chill Memory Foam Mattress and the DreamCloud Hybrid Mattress.
4. Wayfair has early-access Black Friday sales a-plenty, including up to 80 percent off area rugs, 60 percent off kitchen and dining furniture, and 50 percent off bedroom furniture, like this Guilford 3 Drawer Dresser.

Pretty much everything’s on sale this Black Friday, from electronics and tech to home goods and appliances. Get ready to start scrolling and adding to your cart, because there’s plenty of deals out there to make your holiday season shiny and bright.

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