The $2 IKEA Storage Gem My Small-Space Can’t Live Without

Tamieka WelshEditorial Assistant
Tamieka WelshEditorial Assistant
Tamieka received her Bachelor's degree in social work from North Carolina A&T State University and her Master’s in social work with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health from Columbia University. While she didn’t take the traditional route to journalism, her passion for…read more
published Jun 6, 2025
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I live in a studio apartment, and with the seasons changing, I am constantly wondering how I can fit all four seasons of clothes into one closet. I’ve come to the conclusion that I can’t. While I’ve considered plenty of storage items, the $2 IKEA PÄRKLA storage case might be the item that will work best for me. If you’re in the same situation as me, it could work for you too. 

What Is the IKEA PÄRKLA Storage Case?

This storage case is the answer to many storage problems you have, especially if you have tons of clothes, purses, or covers. The stage case is 21 3/4 inches wide and 7 1/2 inches high. So If you’ve been wondering if it’ll fit under your bed, it just might. This storage case has ties that you can close so you can zip up all of your items perfectly.

Shoppers who have purchased this item shared on the IKEA site. “I have a platform bed, and I was on the hunt for easy storage bags that could store a lot and fit under my bed. These did the trick! I have four of them and am currently buying more. They’re easy to store, and it holds a lot,” one review reads. Another says, “Fantastic price, and the size fits under your bed as well as lets you store everything from comforters to clothing to shoes.”

These reviews have honestly convinced me that I need this item. It’s perfect for my small space, and it’s a neutral color so it won’t clash with my apartment’s aesthetic. It’s affordable, and most importantly, it gets the job done. If your local IKEA is sold out of this item, no worries, Amazon has the same item in stock. 

For $2, this little storage case might be the smartest small-space hack yet. 

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