So now I had basically everything I needed for my apartment, but I accidentally stumbled upon a few more jewels:
2 Bookcases (brand new at Target) $3.50 each!
Look in their clearance sections, whenever people return furniture in store that they purchased online, its marked down a ton (There are currently 2 bar stools sitting in the clearance at my Target for $50 each which are originally $150 each)
One Bookcase with rounded corner - FREE!!!
This was just put beside the dumpster at my apartment! After a quick inspection for damage/bug infestation, I brought it home and gave it a quick wipe down to get all the dust off. I have no shame in taking things that are put next to the dumpster - one man's trash is another man's treasure right?
-- My parents also employ this tactic - they got a beautiful green chair for their sitting room because it had a broken leg and was thrown out! Dad fixed the leg (15 min) and it matches their room perfectly!
Another way I have gotten some furniture is as presents!
Couch: found at goodwill $30 - Christmas present!
Somehow I managed to furnish an apartment without getting a couch! When I realized this, it was almost Christmas time and so I figured I could wait another month and just asked for one. I told my parents not to spend too much and they took me shopping with them to make sure I would like it and we found this gem!
Side Table - $30 at Ikea - Just because I love you present from my mom =)
There's a matching coffee table to this that I'm thinking about getting for my new place in the fall. Also, notice the cute puppy under the table? She loves sitting there!
Jewelry Armoire - Birthday Present!
(I don't know the price, but I know it was on clearance at target when I asked for it)
I am currently looking for bar stools for the apartment I will be moving into in the Fall and will let you know if I get a great deal on those!
Now I know I threw a bunch of numbers at you, so the total I spent on furniture for my apartment (not including the presents or matress) was: $179!!!
Pretty good huh?
Have you found a great deal on craigslist? What's your favorite place to go for cheap furniture?
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