Refrigerator size for apartments

[Larry T.]

Hi everyone,

This probably sounds silly but I have never had to consider cubic feet size before. All of our refrigerators either came with the building or were obtained in such a way as we have never had to choose the cubic feet size. I cannot figure out what we have and need to replace two. The ones I am looking at are either 14.4 cubic feet or 15.6 (I believe). Are these the right size for a 750 sf apartment unit? Even if they are a bit smaller than the area in the kitchen that they fit into, does that really matter?

Also is 10.0 cubic feet way too small? Is this a mini size?

[Bill Patterson]

Hi!
I'd measure the opening size and check with your appliance store to see what is the most functional and economical unit that will fit. For a 750 ft apt, I would think that a 14 or 15 cu ft would be fine. A standard size refrigerator often will cost less than a smaller, less popular sized one. Also, from an aesthetics point of view... lots of room around your refrigerator looks like you have skimped on the fridge and may leave a bad impression on your prospective tenants! Put yourself in the tenants place...would the refrigerator work for you?
Good Luck,
Bill