Decor & Styling

The Best Small-Space Sofas to Fit Even the Tiniest of Living Rooms

written by JESSICA BENNETT

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Source: Design by Sara Tramp | Photo by Tessa Neustadt
Source: Design by Sara Tramp | Photo by Tessa Neustadt

Buying your very own furniture is one of those big life steps that means you’re well on your way to becoming (and feeling like) an actual adult. But if you’ve got dreams of bringing home a giant, plush sectional, your tiny living room might have other plans. The fact is that most “starter” homes and apartments are often lacking in the square footage department, so choosing furniture that fits your space can be a challenge. However, that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice the style or comfort that you want. There are actually tons of sofas for small spaces on the market that will give you plenty of space for lounging and entertaining without taking up the entire room. 

Keep scrolling for some of our favorite small-space sofas for every decorating style.

 

The Best Sofas for Small Spaces

 

 

Classic

If you’re going for a classic, toned-down look, we recommended a simple, squishy sofa or loveseat in neutral colors.

Pottery Barn
Comfort Square Arm Upholstered Sofa

10+ colors available

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West Elm
Melbourne Modular Sofa

10+ colors available

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Sixpenny
Gabriel Sofa

10+ colors available

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Joss & Main
Bobbi Upholstered Loveseat

5 colors available

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Crate & Barrel
Bench Track Arm Apartment Sofa
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West Elm
Haven Sofa

10+ colors available

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Wayfair
Faux Leather Upholstered Loveseat
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Wayfair
Emilio Upholstered Loveseat

10+ colors available

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Mid-Century Modern

The sleek lines and streamlined shapes of mid-century modern style are perfect for small spaces. These picks will give you all the style you crave within a small footprint:

West Elm
Oliver Sofa

2 colors available

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Wayfair
Casady Upholstered Loveseat
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Wayfair
Devale Upholstered Sofa

3 colors available

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Wayfair
Cococon Upholstered Loveseat

10+ colors available

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Sven Birch Ivory Sofa

3 colors available

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Crate & Barrel
Petrie Velvet Mid-Century Loveseat

8 colors available

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Crate & Barrel
Jesper Mid-Century Loveseat

4 colors available

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Source: @ashleyhosmer

 

Colorful

Even small sofas can be a focal point of your living room and can set the tone for the rest of the decor. If your style is bold and playful, a colorful sofa—either in a rich jewel tone or a fun pattern—could be the perfect statement piece you’ve been looking for. 

Article
Sven Cascadia Blue Sofa

4 colors available

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Urban Outfitters
Chamberlin Velvet Love Seat

8 colors available

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Burrard Forest Green Loveseat

2 colors available

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Anthropologie
Willoughby Two-Cushion Sofa

8 colors available

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Wayfair
Velvet Rolled Arm Sofa

3 colors available

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Wayfair
Dark Blue Upholstered Sofa

4 colors available

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Anthropologie
Rug-Printed Petite Anatolia Sofa
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Rifle Paper Co.
Louie Upholstered Settee

10+ colors available

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Small-Space Sectionals

If you’re tight on space but still want the ability to sprawl out on a cozy sectional, these picks are for you:

Burrow
Field 3-Piece Sectional Lounger

4 colors available

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World Market
Camile Velvet Right Facing Sectional Sofa

2 colors available

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Abisko Mist Gray Left Sectional

3 colors available

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World Market
Noelle Graphite Woven Sofa And Ottoman
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AllModern
Geo 2-Piece Upholstered Sectional
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Threshold
Prescott Sectional Sofa

3 colors available

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Wayfair
2-Piece Upholstered Sectional

4 colors available

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