Side by Side Refrigerator | City Appliances Citrus Heights

Having your fresh food and frozen food next to each other, both at eye level, is what makes a side by side refrigerator so useful. No bending, no crouching, no reaching to the back of a deep shelf. Both doors swing open from the center and give you two organized, full-height sections you can see and reach easily every day.

City Appliances carries side by side refrigerators from LG, Samsung, GE, Whirlpool, Frigidaire, and KitchenAid at our Citrus Heights showroom. We stock new, open-box, and scratch-and-dent models so there is something in every budget.

Why a Side by Side Refrigerator Works for a Lot of Households

The side by side design is a favorite for households where multiple people open the fridge at the same time. Each door covers only half the width, so one person can access the fresh food section while another gets something from the freezer.

It is also a top pick for kitchens with a narrow doorway or a tight space in front of the refrigerator. Because neither door opens wider than half the total cabinet width, you never need as much clearance as a full-width refrigerator door requires.

The freezer section in a side by side refrigerator is a full-height narrow cabinet, not a deep bottom drawer. That makes it easier to see and organize frozen items, especially bags, boxes, and tall containers that would get lost in a bottom drawer. This is a popular setup for Citrus Heights families who stock up on frozen meals, meats, or bulk items.

What to Look for When You Buy a Side by Side Refrigerator

• Width: A 36-inch side by side refrigerator is the standard. Some kitchens fit a 33-inch model. Measure your space, including the width of the walkway, before you buy.
• Water and ice: Most side by side refrigerators come with a built-in in-door water and ice dispenser. This is one of the most used features on this style. Make sure your kitchen has a nearby water line if you want this feature.
• Counter depth: A counter depth side by side refrigerator sits flush with your cabinets and looks more built-in. It has slightly less depth but the same width and height. Great for kitchen remodels or tighter layouts.
• Smart features: Smart side by side refrigerators from LG and Samsung connect to your phone and let you control temperature settings and get door-open alerts. If you run a busy household, this is useful.
• Finish: Stainless steel is the most popular choice. Black stainless is growing in popularity for modern kitchens. Fingerprint-resistant finishes save you time cleaning smudges off the door.

Brands We Carry

At City Appliances in Citrus Heights, we carry side by side refrigerators from LG, Samsung, GE, Whirlpool, Frigidaire, and KitchenAid. We have a good mix of in-stock new models and open-box or scratch-and-dent units that are fully functional and inspected. Available models change frequently, so it is worth calling or stopping by to see what is on the floor.

What’s Included with Every Purchase

• Free same-day delivery to Citrus Heights area (order by 2 PM)
• Professional installation included
• Old refrigerator haul-away available ($50)
• Manufacturer warranty plus our service support
• Financing up to $5,000 for qualified buyers

Quick Specs Overview

Come See Our Side by Side Refrigerators

Stop by City Appliances at 8038 Greenback Ln in Citrus Heights or call 916-501-6182. We offer free same-day delivery when you order by 2 PM, professional installation, and financing for qualified buyers. Our inventory includes new and open-box models across multiple brands.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a side by side refrigerator?

A side by side refrigerator has two full-height doors that open from the center. The left door covers the fresh food section and the right door covers the freezer. Both sections run the full height of the unit, so fresh food and frozen food are both at eye level and easy to access. It is also called a side by side fridge and is a popular choice for households that use the freezer often or for kitchens where door swing clearance is limited.

Is a side by side refrigerator a good choice?

It is a great choice for households that want easy access to both fresh and frozen food at the same time. The narrow doors need less swing clearance than other refrigerator styles, which makes them ideal for tighter kitchen layouts. Families who use the freezer frequently, or who need multiple people to access the fridge at the same time, often prefer this layout. The main trade-off is that the freezer section is narrower than a bottom freezer drawer, so large frozen items like whole pizzas or wide trays may not fit as easily.

What size side by side refrigerator do I need?

For most families of three or four, a 36-inch side by side refrigerator with 22 to 26 cubic feet of total capacity is a comfortable fit. If your kitchen is narrower, a 33-inch model gives you the same style with a smaller footprint. Counter depth side by side refrigerators are 24 to 27 inches deep and look more built-in but hold slightly less volume. Our team at 8038 Greenback Ln in Citrus Heights can help you measure and find the right fit.

How much storage does a side by side refrigerator have?

Most full-size side by side refrigerators offer 22 to 29 cubic feet of total storage. About 60 to 65 percent goes to the fresh food side and 35 to 40 percent to the freezer. The fresh food side is a wide single-door cabinet with multiple shelves and door bins. The freezer side is a narrow, full-height cabinet with shelves and door bins. Organization products like bin dividers and shelf liners can help you use the freezer space more efficiently.

Are side by side refrigerators reliable?

Yes. Side by side refrigerators from GE, LG, Whirlpool, Samsung, Frigidaire, and KitchenAid are reliable appliances that typically last 14 to 17 years. The water and ice dispenser is the most common area that needs maintenance on any dispenser-equipped refrigerator. Regular cleaning of the ice maker and water filter changes every six months keep it running well. City Appliances provides local service support in Citrus Heights if you ever need help.

Do side by side refrigerators come in counter depth?

Yes. Most major brands offer counter depth side by side refrigerators. These models are around 24 to 27 inches deep instead of 30 to 34 inches, so they sit flush with your kitchen cabinets. The trade-off is slightly less total volume. Counter depth side by side refrigerators are popular for kitchen remodels and open-plan layouts in Sacramento area homes. We carry both standard and counter depth options at our Citrus Heights store.

What is the difference between a side by side and a french door refrigerator?

Both are popular full-size refrigerator styles, but they have a different layout. A side by side refrigerator has two full-height doors with the fresh food section on the left and the freezer on the right. A french door refrigerator has two narrow doors on top for the fresh food section and a pull-out freezer drawer at the bottom. The french door style gives you a wider fresh food interior and puts the freezer less conveniently at the bottom. The side by side style gives you easier freezer access at eye level and narrower door swing. We have both styles on the floor at City Appliances and can show you the difference in person.