I read most of the advice on here, and there's a lot of really good stuff.
Just remember that every kitty is as individual as the people who own them. My Gizmo is the most contrary furbaby you can imagine, but I wouldn't have him any other way, and I wouldn't be able to live on my own without him. :)
I would say to take it easy buying toys and beds and such until you get to know what your cat likes and will use, rather than having a lot of extra stuff cluttering up what is probably a pretty small apartment (I speak from experience! lol).
Good luck finding a new friend! :D