The ultimate list of the best sofas under $300

You are moving to your first apartment and wondering how the hell are you going to pay for all the furniture that you have to buy?. We have you covered! This guide of best sofas under $300 will help you choose the best sofa for your apartment without breaking the bank.

We all have moved to our first apartment and wondered how to survive. However, furnishing an apartment on a budget is not that complicated as it might seem –In fact, we have made a complete guide about how to do it that you can check out-, and finding a nice sofa under $300 is easier as you think with so many online places to shop around. 

Thankfully for you, we have created the ultimate list of the best sofas under $300 that you can buy online from the comfort of your parent’s house. Relax, take some wine and widow shop with us while we show you the best sofas around.

Best sofas under $300 to furnish your apartment on a budget

01. Marcelo Armless Settee 

What we love about it: Priced just a little under $200, this sofa proves that budget furniture doesn’t have to be boring. It comes in 4 different, and beautiful, patterns and it can quickly add the touch of joy that your first apartment needs. 

What online buyers are loving about it: “I was expecting this to be smaller but I was surprised to see it was not, I love this! It is Sturdy and very comfortable but not bulky at all.” – Jess

02. Calvillo Standard Loveseat

What we love about it: The size is perfect for a small room and the style of the sofa is great to pair it with nordic furniture, which by the way is our favorite style for furnishing an apartment in a stylish way without breaking the bank.

What online buyers are loving about it: “The loveseat is very stylish and comfortable and I am very pleased with the quality and price” – Kate

03. Garren Square Arm Sofa

What we love about it: It is big, comfortable and firm, and hands down one of the best sofas under $300 that we have ever seen.  It comes in navy blue and grey, two versatile colors that can adjust well with different home decor styles, allowing you to play with your spaces as much as you like.

What online buyers are loving about it: “It is exactly as it appeared online…no surprises! I did have some help assembling it, but probably could have done it on my own” – Monique

04. Honbay Convertible Sectional Sofa

What we love about it: A sectional sofa under $300 is nice, a durable, high-quality AND convertible sofa under $300 is a miracle. The best thing about this sofa? It’s soft linen fabric that prevents dirt and allows you to easily clean it

What online buyers are loving about it: “It’s super easy to put together, you don’t need any tool at all. It is a light weight super comfy sofa and a totally gang!” – Stella

05. Best Choice Products Convertible Linen Splitback Futon Sofa 

What we love about it: The futon is very versatile, it supports 2 different positions at the same time and can quickly convert into a bed if you have guests staying over. The wood frame is very sturdy and guarantees that the sofa will last you for several years.

What online buyers are loving about it: “This is one of the first pieces of furniture I bought for my first apartment, so I was definitely looking for a budget sofa. While is true that It was a little hard to put the sides on, everything else was easy to install and the sofa looks great on my new living room” – Ally

06. Best Choice Products Modern Linen Convertible Futon Sofa Bed with Metal Legs

What we love about it: Everything about this sofa is stylish, the mix of natural linen and metal legs really does the job and makes this sofa under $300 look like a $600 one. However, what really makes this futon outstanding is its middle armrest with cupholder that proves that you can have comfortable and modern furniture while watching your budget.

What online buyers are loving about it:  “The fabric is really soft and high quality. I wasn’t sure about the cup holder but now that I have it I am in love. – Brianna

07. Cheeky Loveseat

What we love about it: The main reason we decided to include this loveseat in our “Best Sofas under $300” list is that it has the perfect size to fit in a studio apartment and allow you to invite friends to your place without taking up too much space from other furniture that you will definitely need at a studio (yes bed and dresser, we are talking about you).

What online buyers are loving about it: “This loveseat is sturdy and chic. It was not too heavy for two average-sized adults to carry to my upstairs bedroom. It is a nice rich teal color. Legs are strong and easy to attach. I am using to loveseat to add seating space to my bedroom” – Quiana

08. Klippan Loveseat

What we love about it: How can we talk about the best cheap sofas without mentioning IKEA? One of the things we highly appreciate from their Klippan sofa is the fact that the cover is removable and can go into your washer machine, easy peasy for the modern bachelor that barely has time for anything that includes cleaning.

What online buyers are loving about it: “ Klippan is a perfect compromise between too cheap and too fancy. It’s solid and sturdy, and perfectly comfortable to sit on for a while. The low back means you can put it in front of a window without blocking your view” – Edor

09. Novogratz Brittany Sofa Futon, Premium Linen Upholstery, and Wooden Legs

What we love about it: The mustard fabric! While the sofa comes in two shades of grey, pink, orange (very similar to the color of exposed brick), light blue and navy blue, the mustard edition is driving us crazy. It is a super sophisticated furniture piece that does not look like a $300 sofa, and with the right home decor items – we are looking at you, HM Home- it can make your living look super upscale.

What online buyers are loving about it: “I have to admit that I am very impressed with the high quality of this couch, especially when considering the money! We put it in our RTV, and it has taken the design to another level. The mustard color makes it look super funky and is on trend”  – Jake

10. Civil Furniture Couch Recliner Convertible Sofa 

What we love about it: The backrest is adjustable to up to 3 different positions which allow you to enjoy a cup of coffee at your sofa, recline it for a binge-watching marathon of your favorite TV show or even make it a full bed to invite a friend to come over. Because everything on this sofa is about flexibility, the armrests are also detachable which means that you can use both of them as in the picture or leave one and accommodate more persons.

What online buyers are loving about it: “This couch was easy to assemble, the fabric and the color look great. I love how comfortable it is!. The full-size bed is perfect for having guests over, they won’t even notice that they are sleeping on a couch” – Alex

11. Rosevera C7-1 Hermosa Loveseat

What we love about it: With gorgeous tufted buttons and rolled arms, this sofa is the french touch that your home is looking for.  Because quality matters, another thing we like about this sofa is that it comes with a 1-year warranty.

What online buyers are loving about it: “This settee is beautiful! It is sturdy and comfortable! You can’t beat the price and it truly completes your room” – Annie

12. Container Furniture Direct S5457 Mid Century Modern Velvet 

What we love about it: There is no doubt that velvet is taking over all the interior design magazines, however, most of the sofas featured on major publications are well over the $600 price tag, so finding a budget sofa that can add a trendy vibe to your home while maintaining the quality is always a YES for us.

What online buyers are loving about it: “I ordered this sofa and loveseat in Eggplant and I am loving it!. The couch is firm but comfortable and the fabric and back pillows are very soft. I was expecting to spend a good amount of time assembling it but it only took 15 minutes which was great.” – Mitchell

Conclusion: What are the best sofas under $300?

  • Marcelo Armless Settee 
  • Calvillo Standard Loveseat
  • Garren Square Arm Sofa
  • Honbay Convertible Sectional Sofa
  • Best Choice Products Convertible Linen Splitback Futon Sofa 
  • Best Choice Products Modern Linen Convertible Futon Sofa Bed with Metal Legs
  • Cheeky Loveseat
  • Klippan Loveseat
  • Novogratz Brittany Sofa Futon, Premium Linen Upholstery, and Wooden Legs
  • Civil Furniture Couch Recliner Convertible Sofa 
  • Rosevera C7-1 Hermosa Loveseat
  • Container Furniture Direct S5457 Mid Century Modern Velvet 

We hope this guide helps you to find the best sofa for your first apartment without breaking the bank. If you are furnishing your home on a budget, we recommend you checking some of these articles to keep inspiring yourself and learning more

About Chad & Rachel

Rachel and Chad have over 17 years of experience as both renters and landlords. They were tenants in 7 different apartments before becoming landlords of 9 apartments in Chicago. Renting apartments from landlords and being landlords themselves have helped them gain the knowledge that they want to share with renters. Whether you are at the beginning of your rental journey or in the middle of your lease and dealing with complex apartment issues, we are happy to help where we can. Read more about Rachel and Chad, or send a message using this contact form.

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