Mini Fridge | City Appliances Citrus Heights

Sometimes you just need a cold drink close by without walking to the kitchen. A mini fridge gives you that, whether it is in a bedroom, office, dorm room, garage, or home bar. It is the smallest, most convenient form of refrigeration you can add to any room in your home.

City Appliances carries mini fridges and compact refrigerators in Citrus Heights. We stock models from GE, Frigidaire, and other trusted brands. Our team can help you find the right size and style, and we offer same-day delivery for most items.

Where People Actually Use Mini Fridges

Mini fridges are more versatile than people think. Here are a few of the most common uses:

• Bedroom mini fridge: Keep water, snacks, and late-night beverages right next to your bed without a trip to the kitchen.
• Office fridge: Keep your lunch, drinks, and snacks separate from a shared office kitchen.
• Dorm fridge: A 1.7 to 3.2 cu. ft. compact refrigerator is a dorm room essential for students.
• Garage fridge: A mini fridge for garage use keeps drinks cold while you work on projects. Look for a model rated for wider temperature ranges if your Sacramento-area garage heats up in summer.
• Basement bar: A beverage mini fridge or a unit with a small freezer section is perfect for a home bar setup.

No matter where you put it, a mini fridge solves the inconvenience of having only one refrigerator in a large home.

What to Look for When You Buy a Mini Fridge

• Size: Mini fridges range from 1.7 to 4.5 cubic feet. A 1.7 cu. ft. model fits on a desk or countertop. A 3.2 to 4.5 cu. ft. model is more like a small apartment fridge and holds a week’s worth of drinks and basics.
• Freezer or no freezer: A mini fridge with freezer gives you an ice cube tray and a little frozen storage. A mini fridge no freezer gives you maximum refrigerated space in a smaller cabinet. Think about what you will actually store before you choose.
• Noise level: A quiet mini fridge is important if it will be in a bedroom or home office. Look for compressor mini fridges rather than thermoelectric models if you need consistent cold temperatures. Thermoelectric models run quieter but do not get as cold.
• Energy use: Even a small fridge runs 24 hours a day. An ENERGY STAR mini fridge uses less power than older models. Under PG&E’s updated 2026 rates with lower per-kWh costs, this matters more than ever.
• Lock: A mini fridge with lock is useful in an office, shared space, or even for parents who want to limit what kids can access.

Brands We Carry

City Appliances carries mini fridges from GE and Frigidaire. We also carry open-box and used mini fridges that are inspected and tested before sale. For the widest selection in our Citrus Heights store, call ahead to check current inventory at 916-501-6182.

What’s Included with Every Purchase

• Same-day delivery available to Citrus Heights area on most models (order by 2 PM)
• Manufacturer warranty included
• Open-box and used options available at reduced prices
• Financing available for qualifying purchases

Quick Specs Overview

Find the Right Mini Fridge Today

Visit City Appliances at 8038 Greenback Ln in Citrus Heights or call 916-501-6182 for current availability. We carry new and open-box compact refrigerators. Same-day delivery is available on most models when you order by 2 PM.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a mini fridge?

A mini fridge, also called a compact refrigerator or small refrigerator, is a smaller version of a full-size fridge designed to fit in tight spaces like bedrooms, offices, dorm rooms, garages, or home bars. They typically range from 1.7 to 4.5 cubic feet in capacity, which is much smaller than a standard kitchen refrigerator. Some models include a small freezer compartment, while others are refrigerator only for maximum cold storage in a compact footprint.

What size mini fridge do I need?

For a single person keeping drinks and snacks, a 1.7 to 2.7 cu. ft. model is usually enough. For an office fridge that holds lunches, drinks, and condiments for a few people, a 3.2 to 4.5 cu. ft. model works better. If you plan to store full meals or grocery items, go with the largest size that fits your space. Our team at City Appliances can help you measure and match the right capacity to your needs.

Do mini fridges use a lot of electricity?

Modern mini fridges are fairly energy efficient. An ENERGY STAR certified compact refrigerator uses roughly 100 to 250 kWh per year, which is much less than a full-size fridge at 400 to 600 kWh per year. That said, a mini fridge runs 24 hours a day, every day. If you have PG&E and use the new 2026 rate structure with lower per-kWh costs, running an efficient mini fridge costs even less. Look for ENERGY STAR labeled models to keep energy costs down.

How cold do mini fridges get?

A good compressor mini fridge can reach and hold temperatures between 35 and 42 degrees Fahrenheit in the main section, which is the same range as a full-size refrigerator. Thermoelectric mini fridges tend to cool to around 40 degrees below the ambient room temperature rather than a set temperature, so they struggle in hot rooms like a Sacramento garage in summer. If consistent cold temperatures matter to you, choose a compressor model.

Can you put a mini fridge in a bedroom?

Yes. A bedroom mini fridge is one of the most common uses. For a bedroom, noise level matters most. Look for a quiet mini fridge with a compressor that runs on a cycle rather than constantly. Modern compact refrigerators are much quieter than older models. Placing the fridge on a solid, level surface also reduces vibration noise. Our team can point you to the quietest models we carry.

How long do mini fridges last?

A quality mini fridge from a reliable brand typically lasts 6 to 12 years with normal use. Compressor models tend to last longer than thermoelectric models. Keeping the coils clean and not blocking the ventilation openings helps extend the lifespan. Open-box mini fridges from City Appliances go through an inspection process so you know exactly what condition you are getting.

Are mini fridges loud?

It depends on the type and brand. Older mini fridges can be quite noisy. Modern compressor mini fridges from brands like GE and Frigidaire are much quieter and typically run in cycles rather than continuously. Thermoelectric models are quieter overall but do not cool as effectively. If the fridge will be in a bedroom or home office, ask our team specifically about noise level when you visit our Citrus Heights store.