7 Best Places To Buy Cheap Furniture Online

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7 Best Places To Buy Cheap Furniture Online

Eliza Shamshian
Updated May 26, 2020
5 minute read

Whether you’re moving to a new apartment or freshen up your space, finding new furniture can be expensive. This is especially true when you’re working within a budget! We’ve found some of the best places online to make your house a home without breaking the bank. Check them out below!


1. WAYFAIR

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If you need inspiration and variety, Wayfair is the place for you. Steve Conine and Niraj Shah founded Wayfair in 2002. Wayfair has since become the largest e-commerce destination for home furnishings and décor.

If you have a clear idea of what you want, Wayfair makes realizing that vision easier than ever. Wayfair sells indoor and outdoor furniture, storage, lighting, décor, and more. They even sell pet furniture! Wayfair accepts all major credit and debit cards, PayPal, and Affirm.

Not sure how you want your space to look? Not a problem. Wayfair’s Discover section is a colorful mood board designed to appeal to any tastes. Find inspiration, learn more about your personal style, and discover unique pieces that will liven up your space.

2. BIRCH LANE

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If you’re looking for classic furniture styles, look no further than Birch Lane. Meredith Mahoney founded Birch Lane in 2014, with families in mind.  

Birch Lane sells durable staples made of solid wood and stain-resistant fabric. Whether you’re looking for glam, farmhouse, or coastal pieces, Birch Lane’s has you covered.

Trying to furnish a small apartment? Not a problem. Birch Lane offers Small Space Solutions that will leave you feeling inspired. Looking to change one or two things? Birch Lane has an Easy Updates page for big-impact décor.

Birch Lane accepts all major credit and debit cards, PayPal, and Affirm. They also have a Birch Lane credit card for further discounts.

3. FEATHER

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Feather is a furniture rental company founded by Craig in 2017. If you’re looking for a short-term solution, want to change things up, Feather might be for you. Using Feather is simple. Customers select either a short-term or long-term plan. Then they pick the furniture they like best. Customers pay a monthly fee for each selected item. Once payment is finalized, Feather will deliver and assemble the chosen furniture. Customers can then return, swap out, or buy the pieces at their leisure.

Feather sells indoor and outdoor furniture, including sofas, beds, dining tables, and mattresses. Customers who love their rental pieces can choose to buy them at the end of the lease period. Previous monthly payments are applied to the final price. 

Feather is available in New York, Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Francisco.

4. BURROW

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Burrow is a furniture start-up founded on one simple idea: a couch in a box. Stephen Kuhl and Kabeer Chopra founded Burrow in 2015, after frustrating furniture-buying experiences. 

Burrow is best known for its custom sofas, sectionals, loveseats, and armchairs. Recently, they added tables and rugs to their stock as well. Find the perfect color for your space with Burrow’s free swatches. Then, create your ideal piece! Burrow selects each furniture component with durability in mind. Their scratch-resistant fabrics are perfect for pet parents. Burrow pieces are easy to assemble and don't require any tools to put together.

Burrow’s mission is to offer affordable furniture.  Burrow pieces may be high-quality, but they won’t break the bank. Burrow offers several different financing options, compatible with any budget.

5. IKEA

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Founded in 1943 by Ingvar Kamprad, IKEA is a classic for a reason. IKEA features inexpensive, stylish furniture, decor, hardware in massive, maze-like stores. 

Don’t feel like navigating your local IKEA? Don’t worry--they offer delivery! IKEA recently revamped its delivery policies, making everything easier and cheaper for customers.

Though prices vary by region, all IKEA shipping has a flat fee. IKEA offers both Small Item and Large Item delivery. Small Item delivery includes easy-to-ship items like picture frames, hangers, and small textiles. Small Item delivery starts at $5.

6. HOUZZ

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Do you have a passion for design? Look no further than Houzz. Adi Tatarko and Alon Cohen founded Houzz in 2009. Since then, it’s become a hub for all things furniture.

If you’re in need of inspiration, Houzz’s Get Ideas page is a dream come true. Sort through thousands of high-quality photos, organized by room type, size, and style.

Once you have an idea of what you want, you can shop Houzz’s massive catalog of furniture for every room. Find items like sectionals, bed frames, and wall art at any price point. 

Need professional help? Houzz hosts a directory of all kinds of pros, including interior designers, landscape contractors, and electricians.

Houzz accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Expres, and PayPal.  If you’re not happy with your furniture purchase, Houzz provides a full refund for items returned within 30 days of delivery.

7. ARTICLE

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If you need durable, modern furniture at reasonable prices, Article may be the shop for you.  Article works directly with furniture manufacturers, which means shoppers (like you!) save money.

Article sells stylish, well-made furnishings for every room of the house. They offer free Basic Shipping for all orders over $999. In addition, they offer In-Room Shipping and In-Room Assembly Shipping.

 

Written by Eliza Shamshian