Wondering where to buy cheap furniture? If your rental came without the essentials (like a closet, tables, and chairs), then you've landed in the right place.
When leasing and decorating an apartment, unless you've got yourself a pad that's already furnished, sourcing furniture that doesn't blow the budget can be a tricky task. Whether you've got a studio apartment or your landlord won't let you bang nails into the wall, we've found some small-space star buys that won't break the bank.
These retailers are known for their affordable price points, and durability, and many of them have fair refund and exchange policies. In some cases, you won't even have to bribe a friend that drives to collect the goods, because many stores we've featured offer free shipping to your door.
How "cheap" is cheap you ask? Well — everything you see here is under $200. That's less than some self-drive hire vans for the day.
5 places to buy cheap furniture
Here, I've shopped all of my affordable furniture finds (without having to rearrange my car or hire a man-with-a-van setup. Most of these finds have 4-star ratings, and thousands of customers have contributed to on-site reviews.
The prices below were correct at the time of publishing this article.
1. Ikea
Forget about the meatballs and Lingonberry sauce at the end of the finishing line. When it comes to cheap furniture, Ikea hit the sweet spot for price, quality, and style.
Think lighting, rugs, and of course, I can't speak about the Swedish retailer without namedropping the Kallax series or Billy/Oxberg bookcase. On the hunt for smaller items? Our staff writer, Eve Smallman has put together nine Ikea must haves.
$39.99
Size (in.): H15 3/8 x W 20 1/2 x L7 1/8
Material: Polypropylene plastic
Color: Available in black, white, or green
A girl can never have too many shoes, but the ick factor begins when heels and hi-tops take your hallway hostage. This shoe storage cabinet is a TikToker favorite. It's cheap, wall-mountable and made from at least 20% recyclable materials.
$119.99
Size (in.): H19 5/8 x W19 5/8 x L35 3/8
Material: Tempered glass, steel, epoxy/polyester powder coating, particleboard, melamine foil, plastic edging
Color: Black/Brown
Simple, classic, but seriously clever. I love the fact that you can separate this set as a side table and coffee table, or bring them together to create different layers of color and texture in one place. Go for a minimalist look with a couple of items, like a vase and magazine, or go all out with plants, candles, and glasses.
$199.99
Size (in.): 85 x 72 7/8 "
Material: Solid pine, Stain, Clear acrylic lacquer, Polystyrene
Color: Black and white
Ikea furniture is generally marketed to those with small open-plan spaces. So if you want to create the illusion of more "rooms" — grab yourself a good folding room divider.
2. Wayfair
It doesn't need to be Wayday or Memorial Day to bag a bargain at Wayfair. Score yourself some affordable furniture 365 days a year online. There's fast and free shipping over $35, with expert customer service, and you can even shop some great black-owned brands on Wayfair.
$195 for two
This set of two brightly colored hammock weave chairs is perfect for lounging in the sun with a book or gathering around the fire pit with friends. Add a little extra comfort with some outdoor throw pillows and you’ve got a setup that’ll keep your guests coming back every summer. ICYMI: We're obsessed with Wayfair patio furniture.
Size (in): H17.7 x L43.5 x D43.3
Made from: Tempered glass, metal
This splurge-worthy Wayfair coffee table has pretty much everything you need for hosting all in one. We're talking Bluetooth speakers on each side, underside LED lighting, 2 USB ports, and 4 outlets. Also (!!??) It has a mini fridge in the base for always-chilled couch beverages.
Upholstery material: Velvet
Size (in): H34 x W81.5 x D34
Colors: Tan, gray, dark royal blue, light green, mustard yellow, pink
For a solid budget pick, Matthew Alleva, Wayfair's head of accent and entertainment, recommends this petite velvet sleeper. ”Not only does it feature a sophisticated, velvet-clad design,” he says, “this [Wayfair] couch's ability to convert into a sleeper for overnight guests is an added bonus that can’t be beaten.”
3. Walmart
W is for Walmart. And you'll defo be taking a W when buying from this retailer. There are so many reasons why it's my go-to. Yes, the website could be a li'l prettier, but once you find that diamond in the rough... All will be forgiven.
I just got married recently and wish I'd known about the registry gift list where you can create your own portal to share with guests.
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$159.99
Material: Wood, metal, faux marble
Size (in): H33.46 x W39.37 x D17.09
Colors: Black or white
Call me basic, but I have a real soft spot for fluted glass. That aside, this wooden cupboard has four drawers and one cabinet to hold TV remotes and media accessories so has all the storage I could need in my li'l living room. The best news? It only takes an hour to assemble and is equipped with an anti-tippling device.
$194.65
Material: Wood, metal, faux marble
Size (in): H33.46 x W39.37 x D17.09
Colors: White/gold/natural
We've scanned the Walmart website and can categorically say that this is one of our favorite furniture buys under $200. Personally, I love when brands layer trends and this ticks all the boxes. Scandi? ✅ Mid-century modern ✅ Glamorous ✅✅✅
$277
Material: Rubber wood / rattan
Size (in): H65.98 x W18.03 x L31.5
Colors: Charcoal or Light Honey
In the market for hidden storage and classic design? This cane storage cabinet hits the criteria! With decorative rattan-insert doors, two adjustable shelves, rounded corners, and tapered legs it has the perfect balance of style and practicality. Yes, it's from a rival publication, but there's no shade thrown here.
4. The Container Store
Most people assume that The Container Store is the place to go to if you're after a few storage baskets, storage cubes, and maybe a desk organizer or too. But take a deep dive into the top nav and you'll find some absolute gems (especially in the storage, shelving, and college shop tabs).
Head over to our round-up of The Container Store organization products that'll help you get your sh*t together if keeping things tidy and in order isn't your strong point.
$149.99
Material: Bamboo/Plastic
Size (in): H20 x W13 x L20
Colors: Natural / grey
Is it a bench? Is it a shoe cabinet? It's both! This 2-in-1 sit-and-store sitch can hold butts, brogues, and even your best beach sandals. Though it's made from eco-friendly material, the cushioned seat can hold up to 275 pounds. The plastic-lined interior makes it easy to wipe clean, just in case someone stows their muddy sneakers away.
$177.90
Material: Acrylic plastic/metal
Size (in): Dependent on construction
Colors: Clear
This 3-in-1 storage powerhouse can be used as a bedside nightstand, chair-side accent table, or entryway drop zone. I love the transparent open bins that allow quick access to everything without having to deconstruct the whole thing.
$150.95
These bundles or "one-click wonders" as TCS call them, make life easy for college freshmen, or those moving into their first apartment. There are 21 of these ready-made buys, but we think this one which contains a rolling cart, storage cube, under-bed and closet organization passes the vibe check for your dorm room.
5. Target
"Target" all your furniture wants and needs in this store. As well as its own "house" line, it's also quite partial to collaborating with other designer brands. In-store, everything is organized, and online — I've personally had a great website experience. Browsing the site, there isn't much "clutter" — just how I like it!
Know what you want already? I've included some helpful links below:
- Shop Target closet organizers
- Shop Target shoe organizers
- Shop TikTok Target home finds
- Shop Target mirrors
- Shop Target organizational products
- Shop Target rugs
- Shop Target storage bins and cubes
$90
Material: Metal / powder-coated bronze
Size (in): H24 x W18 x D18
Colors: Gold
Glam up your pad with this pedestal design accent table. I love that you can adjust the height to suit your needs, and the surface is big enough to hold books, drinks, and more. Gatsby, who?
$129.99
Material: Wood
Size (in): H32 x W22 x D20.75
Colors: Black or natural
Two things you'll never know until you're officially an adult. A) Chairs are expensive and b) you really do need more chairs than you think. These wooden seats are sculpted in a beautiful barrel shape with vertical bar accents at the back and a trestle base for added stability. Because you really can't use those cracked garden chairs the landlord left.
$200
Size (in.): H30 x W14 x L13
Material: FSC Pinewood
Color: Natural
This beautiful rectangular console table features the most delicate and feminine scalloped detail. And, the natural woody hue is so versatile, so you can be sure it'll suit your interior scheme.
Other places to buy cheap furniture
If the aforementioned don't tickle your fancy — try these shops for size. I know you might turn your nose up at say, Amazon, but you'll be pleasantly surprised!
- Shop cheap furniture at Amazon — trust us, and thousands of customers
Shop cheap furniture at Bed, Bath & Beyond — Expectently low prices from this e-store. - Shop cheap furniture at The Home Depot — "home" to hundreds of savings
- Shop cheap furniture at Kohl's — the more you know, the more you Kohl's
- Shop cheap furniture at Urban Outfitters — it's giving Gen-Z energy
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