13 stylish sofas for your small NYC apartment
Buying a sofa for a small New York City apartment takes some thought and planning. Besides measuring the sofa to ensure it fits in your space, you also need to ensure that it fits through doorways and hallways (and in the elevator or around a winding stairway). Sofas aren’t cheap, at least not the good ones, so you always want to pick a quality sofa that can stand the test of time, maintaining its shape and looking good for several years. However, we did the hard work for you and rounded up an assortment of stylish sofas that would look great in any small NYC apartment.
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1. Nomad Leather Sofa, $2,869/ Sale $1,865 at Burrow
I’m a sucker for a buttery-soft, camel-colored leather sofa, and I’ve had this one for four or five years – and it still looks beautiful. In addition to camel, the 85-inch sofa is also available in chestnut and slate. If you’re not a fan of leather, it also comes in midnight, jade, and graphite grey performance velvet; crushed gravel and Georgia clay performance chenille; moss green and navy-blue performance flatweave, cloud performance lino, sienna performance chenille, and several other fabrics and colors. You can also choose between a block or slope arm style, and chrome metal or wood legs.
2. Hollis Slope Arm Sofa in Performance Velvet, $1,300 at Quince
A contemporary choice with clean slope arms, the 72-inch Hollis sofa is available in performance basketweave (some of the color choices are snow, navy, ivory, fog, ash), performance velvet (almost a dozen colors, including java, pine, rust, gunmetal), and performance chenille linen blend (snow, marshmallow, slate, sorrell, eggshell, ink). The frame is constructed of kiln-dried solid wood and engineered wood, with solid walnut block feet. The seat cushions are filled with foam and down-alternative fiber, and the back cushions are made of recycled down-alternative as well. The covers are removable, and the basketweave covers are machine washable.
3. Sven 79” Tufted Leather Chaise Lounge – Charme Tan, $1,399 at Article
For a sofa option that doesn’t take up much visual space, consider one without a back or arms – in other words, a chaise. The chic, mid-century style of this 79-inch chaise has been updated with clean lines and a tufted seat. It’s made of full-aniline leather that’s untreated to look natural. The chaise has a block wood frame, high-density foam with polyester filling, and includes a bolster pillow. It looks great up against a window, or at the foot of a bed.
4. Teddy Sofa, $1995 at OMHU
This 79-inch sofa is a modular option that can be taken apart to create a double bed or a conversation pit. The polyester and nylon covers are removable and washable, while the mattress material is a high-resilience foam. There are dozens of color choices, including blue, mustard, brown, emerald, charcoal, candyfloss, tan, turquoise, and more. You can also choose the metal bar color: chrome, azure, black, chili, cloud, and grass.
5. Toggle Full-Sized Convertible Couch With 16-Position Configurations, $1,699/Sale $1,189 at Coddle
This 78.7-inch sofa is a versatile option with several configurations. You can raise the arms on both sides to create built-in pillows, or lower the arms flat. The sofa also has a split back, so you can lower just one side, or lower both sides to create a completely flat surface that serves as a full-size sleeper. In addition, each arm includes two USB ports and one 110V outlet, so you can conveniently charge devices. The sofa comes in crimson or java vegan leather, and also in a dove weave fabric.
6. Pera 84” Velvet Upholstered Sofa, $2,499/Sale $2,199 at Joss & Main
A velvet sofa with gold legs adds elegance and sophistication to your apartment. This 84-inch upholstered sofa is available in several velvet colors, including burnt orange, dark navy blue, deep brown, fawn brown, French beige, olive green, and opal gray. The sofa has a wood frame with square arms, and the feather-wrapped foam cushions have removable covers.
7. Ohana 2-Seat Zero-Gravity Modular Reclining Sofa, $2,899/Sale $2,468 at Chita
If you prefer a reclining sofa, this 75.6-inch modular reclining sofa has a zero-gravity recline, which evenly distributes body weight. It can recline fully with only a two-inch clearance needed, which makes it a good choice for small apartments and tight spaces. The pet- and kid-friendly fabric can be cleaned with a lint roller. Double-stacked reversible cushions provide a feather-soft feeling. And since the sofa is modular, you can purchase other pieces and change the configuration. Color choices are milo linen, fossil gray, and sand (performance fabric).
8. Orian Collection 2-Piece Sofa/Queen Bed with Ottoman, $2,225 at Cozey
This 72.75-inch two-piece sofa with an ottoman easily transforms into a queen-sized bed, and the covers are removable and washable. If you choose the non-sleeper option, the sofa has hidden storage in the seat bases for blankets, pillows, and more. The sofa has firm seat cushions and plush back pillows. Since the sofa is modular, you can expand its configuration – without tools. Fabric choices include water-and stain-resistant Aquaforte fabric in sesame and basalt; Aquaforte velvet in aqua, chocolate, and crumble; chenille in sage; and performance fabric in parchment and cerulean.
9. Mota Loveseat Sofa, $2,395 at Medley
This Mota sofa is available in poly foam or in natural latex. Lengths include 60-inch, 76-inch, 86-inch, and 96-inch. The sofa has a low frame, slender arms, poly foam cushions and a back pillow, and maple wood legs. And there’s also a feather-down-wrapped version with poly fiber and a down-filled back pillow. The covers are removable. There are dozens of fabrics and colors to choose from, including Ponderosa, a textured crepe weave in ivory; Myrtle, a basketweave texture in praline; Mahonia linen; Yarrow Linen Blend in raven; Huckleberry Chenille in caramel; Larkspur Cotton Slub in steel; Willow Chenille in sienna; and Rosa Vintage Velvet in olive.
10. Ebern Designs 70” Corduroy Sofa, $299 at Wayfair
Add texture to your space with this 70-inch striped corduroy sofa, which is durable and breathable. The 18-inch cushions and 7.5-inch seat cushions are fluffy and comfortable. The sofa, which has wood legs, is available in beige, black, green, and gray.
11. Cotton Linen Curved Sofa Beige Performance Fabric Sofa, $2,499 at POVISON
The soft curve on this 86.6-inch sofa provides an elegant look, and the beige skin-friendly fabric (10 percent linen, 90 percent polyester) is breathable. The performance fabric is also waterproof and wear-resistant. The sofa has a solid plywood frame and plastic legs.
12. Tiny Land GentleSnug Kids Sofa Chair $99/Sale $80 at Tiny Land
Consider getting a sofa for the little ones as well. This versatile sofa/chair is ideal for watching TV, reading, and it even converts into a nap mat. Made of high-density foam, the ergonomic sofa/chair is lightweight enough for kids to move around themselves. Color choices include meadow green, dreamy purple, and classic blue.
13. Brooklyn Bedding Pet Bed, $199 at Amazon
If you’re a pet parent, this pet bed/sofa is available in small (35 inches long) and large (40 inches long). The soft and fluffy pet sofa is made of a soft fabric that’s great for naps, lounging, and even sleeping. The built-in waterproof liner protects against accidents and spills. The sofa bed has raised bolster edges to support your dog’s head and neck, and the cover zips off easily for laundering in the washing machine.
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