You can find nice, cheap furniture in Delaware without looking too hard.
While Delaware may not immediately come to mind when you’re thinking of cities with booming retail and commerce, some of the best furniture and décor pieces at the lowest prices can be found at the family-run independent furniture retailers and flea markets in the Diamond State. Check out the following places, located all around the state, for a varied and inexpensive selection of furniture and décor items that is sure to make your apartment feel more like a home.
Furniture Barn
One of the most beloved family-owned furniture stores in Delaware, Furniture Barn offers customers 20,000 square feet spread out over five floors and 10 warehouses. Operating for over 35 years, Furniture Barn has grown from a small mom and pop furniture store to a giant showroom filled with the best home furnishings at the best value, ranging from lamps, rugs, accessories and furniture. Not only serving the Delaware area, Furniture Barn delivers to Maryland, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, making it one of the largest value furniture stores in the area.
Where: 791 S. Dupont Highway, New Castle, DE 19720
The Zeppelin and the Unicorn
If you’re searching for one-of-a-kind furniture pieces that won’t break the bank, head to The Zeppelin and the Unicorn, a small yet surprisingly packed antique store where you’ll find a number of treasures that will fit nicely into your home décor. This store is cash or check only, so make sure to come prepared. More like an upscale thrift store than a stuffy antiques shop, The Zeppelin and the Unicorn features a great selection of used furniture at reasonable prices.
Where: 400 Silverside Road, Wilmington, DE 19809
Johnny Janosik
What differentiates Johnny Janosik from other furniture retailers in the Delaware area is their commitment to customer service. Founded in 1953 by a former television technician, Johnny Janosik has grown into one of the top 100 furniture stores in the United States according to Furniture Today Magazine. The Laurel location is the largest furniture store on the Eastern shore, carrying prestigious brands like Thomasville, Broyhill, Legacy Classic and more, while the two Dover locations include a full service store with furniture for the entire home as well as a small showroom that features only reclining furniture.
Where: 11151 Trussam Pond Road, Laurel, DE 19956
Cohen’s Furniture
Established in 1942, Cohen’s Furniture is one of the oldest independent furniture retailers in the Delaware area. The store often runs great specials, so it pays to pop by occasionally or check online for details. Cohen’s also offers a custom order option where you can select dining room, bedroom or living room furniture in the styles, sizes, colors and finishes you really want. Customers can also take advantage of advice from the staff’s talented designers, who are there to help with color and style selection as well as how to best arrange your furniture in your apartment.
Where: 4014 North Dupont Highway, New Castle, DE 19720
Spence’s Auction
Spence’s Auction is one of the most unique places to find furniture in Delaware. While not technically a furniture retailer, Spence’s Auction is an Amish-run indoor/outdoor auction and flea market that operates year round. With over 100 dealers to browse through, Spence’s offers some of the best deals on furniture and other home furnishings in the area. The market opens at 8 a.m., so make sure to arrive early to snatch up the best items.
Where: 550 S. New St., Dover, DE 19904
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