ᐅ Which Ikea Pax models are especially suitable for shared or student housing bedrooms?

Hello everyone,

I am currently looking for a suitable Ikea PAX model for a typical shared apartment room. The space is usually quite limited, so the wardrobe should be compact but still offer enough storage—mainly for clothes, shoes, and possibly some small items. It would also be practical if the model is relatively easy to assemble and flexible in design, since the shared living situation can change quickly. Are there any recommendations on which PAX variants work particularly well for shared apartment rooms? Maybe also experiences with specific widths, depths, or interior fittings? Thanks in advance!

I would recommend the 50cm (20 inches) wide PAX. It fits well in small spaces but still offers enough storage, especially when combined with shelves and clothes rails.

For shared apartments, the narrow models with 50 cm (20 inches) width are often the best choice. They offer flexibility and sufficient storage space without taking up much room.

Hello pitibo,

Your criteria are well defined. In general, PAX models with a depth of 50cm (20 inches) are very suitable as they don’t take up too much space but can provide plenty of storage thanks to modular interior fittings. It is also important to decide between doors with mirrors or without, depending on whether a mirror is needed in the shared apartment room.

Additionally, you can customize the wardrobe with various interior organizer elements (drawers, clothing rods, shelves), which optimizes the storage space. If the room has limited space, I recommend a one- or two-door model.

If you want to know more about the assembly plan or the interior fittings, feel free to ask!

I once had a PAX wardrobe measuring 50cm x 236cm (20 inches x 93 inches) in my shared apartment room. It fit well, offered plenty of space, and was relatively easy to assemble. For a shared apartment room, this is usually more than enough.

Interesting question. Besides the overall size, I think the quality of the interior components should also be considered – some of the more affordable PAX models can feel unstable, especially when it comes to the drawers. Does anyone have experience with more durable versions or alternatives within the PAX range?

Additionally, it might be worth checking whether the PAX models with a depth of up to 58 cm (23 inches) are actually more practical for shared apartments, as they offer more storage space while remaining relatively compact.