A narrow console table gives a small entryway a landing spot for keys, mail and a lamp without blocking the door. The trick is depth. Most standard console tables run 15 to 18 inches deep. In a tight hallway, 12 to 14 inches makes the difference between a table you walk past and a table you bump into.
Every console table below is 14 inches deep or less, made from solid mango wood, and has drawers for the clutter you want out of sight. You will also find two open designs for behind the couch, and a quick guide to sizing.
How to size a console table for a small entryway
- Depth: 10 to 14 inches for a narrow hallway. Keep at least 36 inches of clear walkway between the table and the opposite wall.
- Width: about two-thirds of the wall you put the console against. A 36 inch wall suits a 24 inch table. A 48 inch wall suits a 32 inch table.
- Height: 30 to 36 inches. A table around 31 inches tall sits at a comfortable height to drop your keys without bending.
- Door swing: check that the front door, closet door or a coat on a hook clears the table when it opens.
Hallway too narrow for legs? A floating console mounts on the wall and keeps the floor clear for shoes and a doormat. Three of our picks below are wall-mounted.
7 narrow console tables with drawers
1. Small Rounded Console Table with 2 Drawers, Chestnut
Size: 24 in W x 12 in D x 31.2 in H. Weight: 31.3 lb. Price: $479
The most compact pick here. At 24 inches wide and 12 inches deep, it fits beside a front door, at the end of a hallway or in a bedroom corner. Two drawers hold keys, sunglasses and dog leashes.
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2. Curved 2-Drawer Console Table, Chestnut
Size: 32 in W x 14 in D x 31.2 in H. Weight: 41.9 lb. Price: $469
A classic mid-century console with soft curved edges and tapered legs. Two drawers sit side by side, one for mail and one for everything else. Good for a standard entryway wall around 48 inches wide.
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3. Curved Console Table with 2 Drawers and Open Shelf, Chestnut
Size: 36 in W x 14 in D x 36 in H. Weight: 39.9 lb. Price: $489
The most storage on this list. Two drawers below and an open shelf above for a basket, books or a charging spot. At 36 inches tall, it also works behind a sofa with a high back.
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4. Bone Inlay Console Table with Drawer, Light Oak
Size: 36 in W x 14 in D x 31.2 in H. Weight: 40.8 lb. Price: $629
A statement piece for the first thing guests see. The drawer front has a hand-set black and white bone inlay pattern, and the light oak top keeps the look bright. Pick this one if your entryway is plain and needs a focal point.
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5. Floating Console Table with 2 Drawers, Walnut
Size: 32 in W x 12.8 in D x 6 in H. Weight: 27.6 lb. Price: $369
A slim wall-mounted console with two drawers. Mount it at about 30 to 34 inches from the floor and you get a full entryway table with nothing on the floor below. Put a shoe rack or a basket underneath.
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6. Floating Console Table with 2 Drawers and Open Shelf, Walnut
Size: 36 in W x 12.8 in D x 10 in H. Weight: 31.3 lb. Price: $439
Two drawers plus a large open shelf in a wall-mounted unit. The shelf holds a small tray, a plant or a stack of books. Works in an entryway, under a wall-mounted TV or as a slim bedroom dresser top.
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7. Floating Console Table with 3 Drawers, Amber Oak
Size: 36 in W x 12.8 in D x 4.8 in H. Weight: 24.2 lb. Price: $379
Only 4.8 inches tall, this reads as a thick wooden shelf until you open one of the three integrated drawers. The cleanest look on the list. Need it longer? The 44 inch version with hidden drawers costs $419.
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Narrow console tables for behind the couch
A console table behind a sofa should sit at the height of the sofa back, or up to 2 inches below. Most sofa backs land between 30 and 34 inches. These two open designs give you a long surface for lamps and drinks without blocking the view across the room.
Spindle Leg Console Table, Black
Size: 48 in W x 14 in D x 32.8 in H. Price: $639
Turned spindle legs in a deep carbon ash finish. A bold piece behind a light sofa or in a long hallway.
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Curved Open Console Table, Chestnut
Size: 48 in W x 14 in D x 31.2 in H. Price: $519
A rounded top that curves down into the legs. At 31.2 inches tall, it sits right at the back height of most sofas.
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Quick comparison
| Console table | Width | Depth | Height | Storage | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small Rounded | 24 in | 12 in | 31.2 in | 2 drawers | $479 |
| Curved 2-Drawer | 32 in | 14 in | 31.2 in | 2 drawers | $469 |
| Curved with Open Shelf | 36 in | 14 in | 36 in | 2 drawers, 1 shelf | $489 |
| Bone Inlay | 36 in | 14 in | 31.2 in | 1 drawer | $629 |
| Floating, 2 drawers | 32 in | 12.8 in | 6 in (wall-mounted) | 2 drawers | $369 |
| Floating with Shelf | 36 in | 12.8 in | 10 in (wall-mounted) | 2 drawers, 1 shelf | $439 |
| Floating, 3 drawers | 36 in | 12.8 in | 4.8 in (wall-mounted) | 3 drawers | $379 |
| Spindle Leg | 48 in | 14 in | 32.8 in | Open | $639 |
| Curved Open | 48 in | 14 in | 31.2 in | Open | $519 |
How to style a narrow entryway console
- Hang a round mirror above the table, about two-thirds of the table width. It bounces light around a dark hallway and gives you a last look before you leave.
- Add one lamp or a wall sconce. A small entryway rarely has enough overhead light.
- Use a tray or a small bowl for keys, so they never end up in a coat pocket.
- Slide a low basket or two under a legged console for shoes, scarves or dog toys.
- Keep the top to three items at most. A narrow table looks cluttered fast.
Narrow console table FAQ
How deep should an entryway table be?
10 to 14 inches for a narrow hallway, and up to 16 inches for a wide foyer. Leave at least 36 inches of walkway in front of the table.
What size console table for a small entryway?
Choose a table about two-thirds the width of the wall, 14 inches deep or less and around 30 to 32 inches tall. For a 36 to 48 inch wall, a 24 to 32 inch table works well.
Floating console or console with legs?
Choose floating if the hallway is very tight, if you want floor space for shoes, or if you clean the floor often. Choose legs if you rent and cannot drill, or if you want an open shelf below.
How high should I mount a floating console table?
Mount the top 30 to 34 inches from the floor, the same height as a standard console table. Screw into wall studs or use heavy-duty anchors rated for the weight.
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