I live in Chicago and just moved into my first apartment. I have a little bit of money saved and need to know where I can get some good furniture for a decent price. Can any one help me? Thanks!
2006-12-07 15:52:16 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
Go to some auction in the snow, and wait until it's almost over.
2006-12-07 15:53:50 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rent a center
Cort Furniture Rental
Craigslist
Try estate sales
Garage sales are also a good way to get furniture
Do you have a car, or a vehicle big enough to transport furniture?
Walter E Smithe is probably too expensive
Wickes might be a better alternative
Value City Furniture might be another choice for you.
2006-12-07 15:56:18 · answer #2 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I live in chicago 2! First n foremost good luck on the new apartment keep up the good work! i kno this guy who sells furniture 4 a good price, ive used him b4 a redid a whole room 4 like 600. i got good stuff 2. hes honest also. call 773-524-0764, seven seven three five two four zero seven six four. best of luck JR! Tell him tim told u bout him!
2006-12-07 16:09:30 · answer #3 · answered by Tim T 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to the IKEA furniture store.
They have ultra modern furniture and lighting for a college student's budget.
I'm SURE Chicago has one. Look in the phone book under furniture.
It's a huge chain that's sweeping the country.
You can furnish your whole apt. for just a few dollars!
2006-12-07 15:55:32 · answer #4 · answered by Molly 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well not quite sure what your looking to spend, but i just recently moved into my 1st apartment also, and had 900 dollars to spend, i went to ikea, not to sure if you have one around that area...well with those 900 dollars i got my self a coffee table, a sofa, chair and ottoman. and still had around 180 to spend. but b4 i went to ikea i did alot of looking on line. and found grate things in walmart and target, the bad thing was the shipping and handling 100 to 300 dollars just to ship. either way i would say your best bet would be to browse on line pick out a few things you are interested in and call to see if they actually have them in stock, but if you need something quick and cheap i really do recommend ikea....
2006-12-07 16:01:02 · answer #5 · answered by Lily C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Goodwill is a good place to start, but also there are usually places like Christian ministries who have cheap furniture. Good luck and enjoy the apt.
2006-12-07 15:54:15 · answer #6 · answered by mist28nc 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there is a lot of great furniture at second hand stores and the owners are usually ready to negotiate a good price.
2006-12-07 15:55:46 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just moved out of CHicago.
Go to craigslist.com then click on CHICAGO.. People are practically giving away furniature. I got my dresser for $5 ou beautiful entertainment center for $2...people just want to get rid of their stuff!!
Check it out...it is the best thing ever!!
2006-12-07 16:00:52 · answer #8 · answered by stephasoris 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
check out Ikea. They have really modern designs, and it is affordable. It is not exactly furniture you would keep in the family for generations and generations, but it is cool.
www.ikea.com
2006-12-07 15:54:24 · answer #9 · answered by facetious5488 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sign up for Freecycle.org.
It takes a bit to navigate through the site to get signed up--but it is so worth it.
After you are signed up you get emails when people are giving away stuff (it is all free). You can also post a "wanted" on the site and people will email you if they have it.(yes, free again)
Totally awesome site and there are Freecycle groups nationwide.
2006-12-07 15:55:38 · answer #10 · answered by maamu 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋