From weddings to birthdays to new baby celebrations, it seems like there’s a new occasion that calls for the perfect gift everywhere you turn. Housewarmings are no exception; new homeowners and first-time hosts and hostesses are simultaneously getting settled and prepping to play host.
Have an upcoming housewarming party to attend and don't know where to start? We've got you covered!
No matter what type of housewarming gift you’re looking for, these top-rated and bestselling picks are sure to have the new homeowner thanking you long after the event is over.
Best housewarming gifts for new homeowners
For a more fashionable frame that serves as decor and memory holder, this textured style is sure to blend in with a boho aesthetic.
Sending out mail from a new home is an underrated but exciting experience. Help them make the process just as beautiful as it feels with a custom return address stamp like this bestseller from Etsy. You can choose from three different stamp types and dozens of ink colors.
Coasters are another thing that are easily forgotten in the new house madness that make all the difference down the line. Save their coffee tables from unsightly beverage cup stains while giving the table an effortlessly put together look. One five-star reviewer said the curved edges further helped prevent the condensation from running down onto the table.
"A kitchen timer is a must-have and this moka pot-shaped one is adorable!" says associate editor Kamari Stewart. "My fiancé and I make Cuban coffee in our moka pot almost every day, so this design has a little extra meaning to me."
"I love that this cocktail shaker is a 2-in-1 product since it also has the recipes printed right on the bottle," says Stewart. "It’s perfect for the person who’s just getting used to hosting and playing bartender."
Storage containers are a usually a go-to housewarming gift (not that it’s a bad thing — IMO, you can never have too much). But it can be a pain to find a way to store it so that cabinets don’t look or feel cluttered. A lid organizer like this one does half the work for you and makes it easy to grab exactly what you need and go.
“I bought this as a gift and I’m so pleased with the quality of this pillow! Great fabric, love the font and size, quality pillow inside and the cover has a zipper so it could be taken off if needed. ... This will make a great Christmas gift!” raved one verified five-star Amazon reviewer.
A personalized cutting board will add a homely element to their new kitchen, making them that much more excited to spend time in there. You can choose between walnut, maple and bamboo finishes with three to five personalization styles.
If they’re always looking for a new drink to try or looking to spruce up their mixology skills, this bartender kit will be a great addition to their countertop or bar cart. It has everything you need to make the perfect cocktail including a shaker, strainer, double jigger, ice tongs and even a ring of recipe cards to try.
If they're settling into a new state, gift them with a piece of nostalgia from their former home with these state spoon rests. These handcrafted works of art are both beautiful and functional and will look great in any kitchen.
It isn’t a housewarming without gifting at least one candle. It has a fresh linen scent comprised of notes of cedarwood, jasmine, lime, sandalwood, oakmoss and musk. Made from a natural soy wax blend, it has a typical burn time of 60 to 80 hours, according to the brand.
"My fiancé and I love to host and love all of the little knickknacks you can get to make hosting even more fun," says Stewart. "We recently had a birthday party and used this adorable carrier to display cupcakes for guests to take! It was perfect and I’m already looking forward to the next time we can use this."
Make extra room in their fridge with these reusable plastic pouches, which will help them cut down on garbage each week. In this eight-piece set, they’ll get reusable bags of varying sizes that can store both frozen and dry foods. To clean, simply throw in the dishwasher and repeat.
Oftentimes a new house means a new area code! Help them get acclimated in a new space with something they can hang immediately on the walls.
Whether they use this as a traditional pitcher for drinks or as a flower vase on an entryway table, this pitcher is a gorgeous piece and available in three different colors.
Make their new house feel like home sweet home with this build-your-own spice kit. You can choose four spices to include in the set from more than 20 options, including Edy’s Everything and Sweet Paprika.
This extra-large planner can be stuck to a fridge (with the additional purchase of sticky magnets) or simple set up on their desk to help them keep track of their busy schedule. It includes enough tear-away pages for six months' worth of plans and dedicated spots for a grocery list, meal plans, a habit tracker and more.
A physical wine cooler (not the beverage) is an easy way to add a touch of elegance to any kitchen or dining set up. It can also be repurposed and used as a flower vase. Cute and sustainable? Count us in!
This organizer keeps your go-to styling tools easily accessible and keeps their cords untangled. Plus, it makes for an elegant piece of wall decor. It currently has an almost perfect five-star average, with 100% of reviewers saying they would recommend this product to a friend. What more could you ask for?
Rather than purchase a new doormat every season, gift them this customizable one that can be decorated to display a punny message or just their last name. Included with the greeting mat are 150 black and white tiles, with the option to add different colored tiles for a pop of color at their door. These tiles can also be thrown in the dishwasher or hosed down for an easy clean.
If you know the aesthetic they're trying to achieve in their new home, an ottoman is a gift that checks several boxes. Not only is it a beautiful piece of decor that enhances a room, it can also double as storage.
Fancy olive oils and vinegars probably aren’t the highest priority for new homeowners, which is what makes this the perfect housewarming gift. This set features versions of the brand’s bestsellers — an extra-virgin olive oil, a Champagne vinegar and an orange blossom honey.
An air fryer will easily be their favorite gift. This bestseller has a large basket that holds almost five quart capacity. It has ample presets that make it easy to navigate. It also comes with a recipe book that will help them get creative with breakfast, lunch and dinner.
A Dutch oven is an investment piece that they’ll never stop thanking you for. This bestseller is currently available in 19 different colors. One verified five-star reviewer loved theirs so much that, after receiving it as a housewarming gift, they decided to gift another one to someone else!
Make their mornings with this single-serve coffee maker from Keurig that's available in a variety of different colors. Reviewers love this because it’s “super fast,” “easy to use” and “very convenient.”
Luxury housewarming gifts
Available in two sizes, these cast iron pans can be customized with two lines of text that surround a tree of life carving. The pan comes pre-seasoned with olive oil, so you just need to remind the recipient of this personalized gift not to wash the pan with soap.
The Always Pan is a hit amongst shoppers for its ability to replace nine stovetop appliances. It’s currently available in ten colors and has nearly 28,000 five-star reviews. If you want to take your gift a step further, you can pair the Always Pan with the Perfect Pot that replaces eight stovetop tools.
After moving into a new home, the prospect of hosting a housewarming party can seem overwhelming. This pre-made cheeseboard takes a bit of that weight off their shoulders.
An Instant Pot takes the pressure (no pun intended) off of spending hours at the stove trying to put together a delicious meal. This countertop appliance has the ability to do everything from make yogurt to sauté anything you’d like.
There are not many things better than getting cozy under a big comfy blanket and watching a movie (or just scrolling on TikTok for a few hours — we don't judge, we're guilty of it, too). This giant blanket is a whopping 100 square feet so there's enough room to cover several people or just two people seated on opposite ends of the couch.
As exciting as it is to kick off a new chapter in life with a move, it can also be very stressful. This weighted blanket will help them relax after long days of unpacking and getting settled in their new space.
Plus, it earned a Shop TODAY 2025 Sleep Award for the best splurge weighted blanket — trust us, it's worth every penny.
Chances are the new homeowner(s) are the ones who will be playing host most often for the next few months. Keep them prepared for any guests — both surprise and planned ones — with this mixed wine glass gift set. The bestselling set comes with four Bordeaux glasses for red wines and four Chablis glasses for white wines.
How we chose the best housewarming gifts
The Shop TODAY team works hard to find the best products and coolest gifts out there. We use our own personal experiences with brands and shopping to find the most unique and practical gifts for new homeowners (or apartment dwellers!) that they're sure to appreciate.
Don’t forget to check out Shop TODAY’s other gift guides to find the perfect gift for every stage, including those who are recently engaged, newlyweds, new grandparents, and more.
