The kitchen island is often the gathering spot in a home. Not just a functional place for cooking and storage, it's also where you typically wind up chitchatting and sharing a bite to eat with family and visitors. There are plenty of standalone kitchen islands to fit your needs, whether that's style, size, storage, or all of the above. Here's a roundup of the best kitchen islands for under $500 whether you have a big kitchen, little kitchen, farmhouse kitchen, contemporary kitchen, or something in between. |