The 12 Best Small Christmas Trees Perfect for Teeny Tiny Apartments

Even if you don’t live in a snowy area, you can create a mini winter wonderland in your home with this adorably petite flocked tree. At three feet tall, it’s perfect for teeny apartments—or you could get two for some festive entryway decor! It comes with pre-strung lights so all you have to do is take it out of the box to instantly get into the Christmas spirit!

No, you can’t use the excuse of “not having enough space” as a reason to skip decorating for Christmas. Why? Well, this itty bitty 2.5-foot tree can fit literally anywhere. Place it on top of your kitchen table, TV stand, or even your dresser to spark holiday cheer at home. It arrives fully decorated, with a star, ornaments, and a golden base; plus, it’s covered with fiber-optic lights that dance and change colors! It doesn’t get much easier than this.

Short on space but still want a wow-worthy tree? Target has got you covered. While it’s no six-foot behemoth, this frosted Christmas tree rivals the big guys with its full, robust branches. And at four feet tall, it’s dainty enough to fit in smaller areas. It comes pre-lit so it glistens out of the box, but go ahead and add some ornaments to make it really shine.

This pint-sized cutie could pass for a live fir, it looks *that* realistic. Housed in a sturdy red burlap base, you can place this beauty just about anywhere in your humble abode. It also makes for a darling holiday gift, especially for the people in your life who already have everything.

Listen, traditional green trees don’t always match a carefully curated aesthetic. If you’re a minimalist who wants something that will blend right in with your apartment decor, this champagne-gold tinsel tree will be right up your alley. Place it on your end table—or literally anywhere else—for a touch of holiday cheer. At $10, you really can’t beat the price.

Before you write off this five-foot tree as too big, keep reading. I promise it can fit in the most cramped of corners—the skinny pencil design takes up minimal space but delivers a big impact, I swear! And thanks to its shiny tinsel, it sparkles brighter than other Christmas trees on our list. The best part though? It comes with all the decorations you could dream of: LED lights, 25 ball ornaments, and a 3D star. Oh, and you can choose from a variety of colors!

Elf on the Shelf is so last year…how about a gnome in your home? You can’t deny that this is the most adorbs mini tree you’ve ever seen. Standing less than two feet tall, he (yes, he’s a he to me) he’s as cute as he is practical. Plus, he can be used as more than just your standard tree—I think he’d be the cutest holiday table centerpiece, too.

Calling all the Barbie girls—this miniature hot pink tree was made for you. The vibrant color immediately sparks joy and will enliven your apartment. The included LED lights make set up a breeze, and frankly, it’s all the tree really needs. But if you want some decorating tips, here’s my advice: Place mini designer shopping bags—like Dior, Chanel, and YSL—under it for a lavish touch.

I love real Christmas trees as much as the next person, but they just don’t work in small spaces. This pick is about as realistic as it gets, and you won’t have to worry about cleaning up stray pine needles months after the holidays (been there, never doing that again). At six feet tall, it’s the largest option on our list, but the slender design allows it to fit in narrow areas with ease—yes, even studio apartments.

Tree decorating doesn’t come naturally to everyone, and that’s okay! For all the type-A people who love to follow instructions, this guy has your name written all over it. Along with all of the ornaments and lights you could ever need, it also comes with a guide that outlines three different ways to style your tree. Whichever one you choose, you can rest easy knowing it will look downright magical in the end.

If you prefer to keep your decorations sweet and simple, allow me to introduce you to this two-foot wrought iron tree. The dainty “branches” provide ample space to display your favorite ornaments and heartfelt trinkets. The most underrated feature, though? It slowly rotates so each ornament gets its moment in the spotlight.

Dreaming of a tropical getaway this Christmas? If you can’t physically go to the beach, bring it home with this set of holiday palm trees. Sure, they’re not traditional, but as long as they make you smile, who cares?!