Mom, where are the keys to the car? Honey, where are the keys to the shed (affiliate)? Do you ever get these questions? Keys are the number one item that can easily be lost in your home. People throw them down on the table mindlessly. They toss them in a bag or pocketbook. They may even throw them in a cabinet or drawer. Then, poof, they are gone. But where did they go? Lucky for you, I compiled where-to-store keys at-home tips and products from Amazon (affiliate) (affiliate) that will help you find your keys every single time.
You can even organize them in your entryway. Feel free to check out these posts about the entryway organization.
WHAT TO KEEP IN YOUR ORGANIZED ENTRANCE
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Ways to Organize Keys in your home
Hang a cute key holder on the wall
Hanging something attractive on the wall near the door or where your bag is will remind you to put your keys there. Below are the ones I found from Amazon (affiliate) (Affiliate) that you may want to hang on your home wall.
Cute Cat and Dog Keyholders
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They are so adorable. 
These can also be used for dog leashes.
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Wall mount hooks with storage.
The more things you have to store on a wall-mounted organized system, the more likely you will find your kids in that area.
Some things that can also be stored in these wall-mount storage units are envelopes, a place to write reminder notes and write your reminders on the chalkboard.
Tip: if you do decide that you want to use storage wall mount organizers, be sure to label (affiliate) and assign each section so you know where things belong.
Wall mount places to store keys that hide items
If you don't want your keys hanging out in the open, this one works. If you have a place in a drawer or cabinet that works for the other things you take with you, like a bag or purse, you can add a bin, 3M Command Hook, or valet tray to that area. to keep the keys separate from everything else.
Tip: this is great for people who need a home for things, but they do not need to see the item to remember to grab them.
Use a bin to store keys near your cell phone. 
Using bins that are inside drawers helps keep the keys contained and easy to find. It can be stored the bins or boxes (affiliate) where you place items when you leave home.
Another option you can make rather cheaply is buying a decorative cardboard box (affiliate). Then, add an organizer above inside to hold all the items and your keys.
Update 2023: Spare Keys
Having a place for your spare keys is just as important as having a place for your main keys. Knowing where these keys are will save you the headache when looking for them. Some spare keys could be for the garage (affiliate) door, backdoor or front door, your shed (affiliate), and your cars.
Where to Store Spare Keys?
A spare set of keys can be stored in more out-of-the-way places. Some areas you can store them are:
- In a safe (affiliate) - be sure you can easily open the safe (affiliate) without keys.
- In a desk drawer - The desk drawer in your home office could be a place you use. Just be sure to have a bin to hold them, and they are labeled.
- On a hook behind a hat. If you have an area where you hang hats (affiliate), you can store the keys behind the hat.
- A trusted neighbor - give your house key (affiliate) to a trusted neighbor.
- Give it to the immediate family member. Giving the spare key (affiliate) to an adult child, sister, brother, or parent works well too. Pick someone who is organized enough to store your key (affiliate) in a place they will be able to find it.
Remember to tell the people who live with you where you stored your spare keys.
I hope this post helps you with where to store keys at home. Where do you store your keys? Please share below.
Below are some other articles I found from publications that may help you with more ideas.
10 Reasons Hanging Storage Is the Best from Good Housekeeping Magazine
Hilda says
I totally agree on having a place to always keep keys so they don't get lost. My hubby and I have always had hooks near the door to keep them. I recently changed our key holder and looked at options similar to the ones you shared here. I ended up getting one with baskets above it so now we can keep sunglasses and other odds and ends right there as well.
Sarah Soboleski says
We have a key hook on the inside of one of our kitchen cabinets near the door. We've even gone so far as to have designated hooks for each one of us! I always know my keys are on the 2nd hook from the left which really helps when I'm trying to get out the door in a hurry!
Regina Sanchez says
I have a lovely Longaberger basket hanging on my door knob as I enter the house. But I have to say most times my keys end up in my purse.
Jill Robson says
We have a designated key holder just inside the door we use the most, definitely saves time, and stress.
Autumn Leopold says
We have a simple key rack in the kitchen. I was told you should never leave your keys by the front. 🙂 Our wall is painted choclate so I don't have to really worry about key marks like Janet.
Ellen Delap says
The best home gift ever!
Janet Barclay says
We used to have a keyrack with hooks, but the keys marked up the wall, so now we keep them in a basket near the entryway.
Seana Turner says
I just gave a key hook as a hostess gift. It was silver with shells since she had a beach cottage. She didn't have one and I think she really liked it. Everyone needs key hook!
Sabrina says
Awesome! I love that idea.