Bloomington is full of places to acquire furnishings for your new house or apartment. Whether you’re in the market for a bed, a kitchen table or random knickknacks with which to decorate, these are just some of the places that can help you turn your new living space into a home.
Pier 1 Imports
849 S. Auto Mall Road
812-333-7437
Shop here for smaller furniture items, such as upholstered chairs, dressers and side tables, as well as kitchenware and accent items like mirrors, picture frames and wall art. The décor is colorful and will make your living space look put-together, but be prepared to pay a bit more for the value.
Delivery is not available, although items can be shipped via FedEx or directly from the website.
Goodwill
1284 Liberty Drive
812-336-8104
For frugal college students, consignment furniture can be the difference between a partially and fully furnished living space. Although it can be hit or miss, shop Goodwill for deals on dressers, full-length mirrors, sofas and wall art.
Delivery is not available, so enlist the help of a friend with a truck to transport large furnishings.
Long’s Landing
5167 E. State Road 46
812-332-5888
Visit Long’s Landing for new and used furnishings, including bedroom sets, sofas, mattresses, desks and bookcases. Expect to pay close to retail price for many of the newer items.
Delivery is $30 for anywhere in Monroe County.
Furniture Exchange
424 S. College Ave.
812-334-1236
Shop here for new and used sofas, dresser drawers, chairs and mattresses. They also have a wide selection of accent pieces and inexpensive artwork.
Delivery is offered in Monroe County for $35.
iConsign
4545 W. State Road 45
812-825-4248
Find new and used furniture, decorations and appliances for every room in your home.
Delivery services is available.
Bloomington Antique Mall
311 W. Seventh St.
812-323-7676
If you seek a more vintage or retro look, head downtown to the antique mall and browse more than 120 booths.
Be prepared to do your own hauling.
Furniture First
2624 E. Third St.
812-332-8400
In its new location in the Eastland Plaza, this family-owned business offers new furniture and advice about furniture care.
This store offers “white glove delivery,” which usually means they will unload your items, place them in the room of your choice and finish any extra assembly. Call for details.
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