How Big is a 5×7 Rug?
The 5×7 is a popular choice for apartments, small living rooms, and accent areas. It works well as an accent rug in larger rooms or the primary rug in compact spaces.
A 5' × 7' rug covers
35 sq ft
Best for rooms 10'×12' and larger. Select your room type below to see how it fits.
See 5' × 7' in Your Room
Select your room type to see how a 5' × 7' rug fits with your furniture.
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What This Size Fits
✓Perfect For
- • Twin beds (full surround)
- • Small seating areas (2 chairs)
- • 4-person round dining tables
- • Home office desk areas
- • Nurseries and kids rooms
- • Entry areas and foyers
✕Too Small For
- • Queen or King beds
- • 3-seater sofas (front legs on)
- • 6+ person dining tables
- • Living rooms over 10×12 ft
!Too Big For
- • Small entryways (consider 4×6)
- • Narrow hallways (use runners)
- • Bathroom accent spots
The 5×7: Perfect for Apartments and Accent Areas
The 5×7 has become the go-to size for apartment dwellers and anyone looking to add warmth to a smaller space. At 35 square feet, it's substantial enough to anchor a compact seating area or define a cozy reading nook, but not so large that it overwhelms studios or narrow rooms. This size strikes the perfect balance for spaces where an 8×10 would feel too dominant.
Budget-conscious shoppers appreciate the 5×7 for its accessibility. Quality options start under $50, making it easy to experiment with bold patterns or try a rug in a space before committing to a larger investment. It's also a practical choice for renters who may need to adapt to different floor plans—a 5×7 can transition from a living room accent in one apartment to a bedroom rug in the next.
Beyond apartments, the 5×7 excels in specific use cases: under a twin bed for full coverage, beneath a home office desk, in a nursery, or layered over a larger neutral rug for visual interest. It's also the ideal size for defining a conversation area within an open floor plan without competing with the main rug.
Dimensions & Room Fit
Rug Dimensions
Room Size Requirements
Minimum Room Size
Tight fit with 12" clearance to walls
Ideal Room Size
Perfect fit with 18" clearance to walls
How Does 5x7 Compare?
See how this size stacks up against similar options.
- ✓ Twin beds (full coverage)
- ✓ Apartments & studios
- ✓ Accent areas
- ✓ Rooms 8×10 ft
- $ $40-300 typical range
- ✓ Full/Queen beds
- ✓ Small living rooms
- ✓ 4-6 person dining
- ✓ Rooms 9×11 ft
- $$ $60-400 typical range
Quick Decision: Choose 5×7 for accent placements or rooms under 10 feet wide. Choose 6×9 if you want furniture legs on the rug or have a full/queen bed.
What Furniture Fits a 5x7 Rug?
This size works best with these furniture configurations.