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Rent-A-Center

Closed · Opens 10 AM 3.5 (55 reviews) on Google

228 S Main St, East Peoria, IL 61611

Inside Rent-A-Center

What you can rent here

Rent-A-Center is a national rent-to-own chain with 1,948 stores across all 50 states, reaching communities from Lawrence, Massachusetts and Kissimmee, Florida to Harlingen, Texas and Booneville, Mississippi. Launched in 1973 in Wichita, Kansas, it was the first national chain to scale the rent-to-own model, building standardized showrooms stocked with new, name-brand merchandise. Stores carry furniture, appliances, electronics, computers, mattresses, gaming, and smartphones on flexible weekly or monthly lease agreements, and like most rent-to-own stores they typically do not require a traditional credit check. Rent-A-Center holds a 4-star Google rating across more than 152,000 reviews. Compare Rent-A-Center on VRTO alongside other rent-to-own stores near you, with hours, ratings, and what each carries.
furniture appliances electronics computers mattresses smartphones gaming

How the lease works here

Payment frequency Weekly or monthly
Typical term 12 to 24 months
Same-as-cash window 90 days
Credit check Not required

Terms are confirmed with the store and can change. Always read the agreement before you sign.

What to bring

  • Valid photo ID (driver's license, state ID, or passport)
  • Proof of income (recent pay stub, bank statement, or benefits letter)
  • Proof of residence (utility bill, lease agreement, or mail with your address)
  • Personal references (typically 3 to 4 contacts with phone numbers)

How it works

  1. 1Browse in store and choose from available furniture, appliances, electronics, and more.
  2. 2Apply with no traditional credit check at most stores. Approval is based on income and residency.
  3. 3Get approved, often same day, with immediate access to your items.
  4. 4Delivery or pickup, with free delivery, setup, and ongoing service at most stores.

Typically included with rent-to-own agreements:

Delivery, setup, service, maintenance, return rights, and early purchase options vary by retailer and agreement. Ask the store to provide the complete written terms before signing.

Frequently asked questions

Rent-A-Center offers furniture, appliances, electronics, computers, mattresses, smartphones, gaming on a rent-to-own basis. Product availability and pricing may vary. Contact the store directly to confirm current inventory.

Rent-A-Center is located at 228 S Main St, East Peoria, IL. Check the store hours listed on this page for current opening and closing times, as hours may vary on holidays.

Most rent-to-own stores, including Rent-A-Center, do not require a traditional credit check. Approval is typically based on income verification and proof of residency. Contact Rent-A-Center directly to confirm their specific requirements.

Return timing, fees, item condition, refunds, and remaining obligations vary by agreement. Contact Rent-A-Center to review its written return and early purchase terms.

You can contact the store directly by calling (309) 694-1554 or visiting in person at 228 S Main St, East Peoria, IL.

Hours

Monday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday (Today) 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday Closed

Location

228 S Main St, East Peoria, IL 61611

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Customer reviews

3.5

55 reviews

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Timewhiz
Timewhiz 5 months ago

Just a run of the mill renting place, been renting from here for 7 years for computer products, never had a problem and when I did they took it to get it repaired. Good customer service.

Timewhiz
Timewhiz 5 months ago

Just a run of the mill renting place, been renting from here for 7 years for computer products, never had a problem and when I did they took it to get it repaired. Good customer service.

Carson Cole
Carson Cole 8 months ago

Just paid off an A/C unit. I'm currently renting a game system and will probably rent more things in the future. Both products were new in box. Both function as they should. It's a great option for those that can't afford large outright purchases. My A/C unit died right before the temperature was hitting over a hundred. I didn't have the funds to outright buy a unit and went through RAC to get a new one. The unit was brand new and is a great product. The employees that I've dealt with have been very courteous. I had to make my payment a day or 2 late and it wasn't a big deal.

Carson Cole
Carson Cole 8 months ago

Just paid off an A/C unit. I'm currently renting a game system and will probably rent more things in the future. Both products were new in box. Both function as they should. It's a great option for those that can't afford large outright purchases. My A/C unit died right before the temperature was hitting over a hundred. I didn't have the funds to outright buy a unit and went through RAC to get a new one. The unit was brand new and is a great product. The employees that I've dealt with have been very courteous. I had to make my payment a day or 2 late and it wasn't a big deal.

Bobbi Fairow
Bobbi Fairow 1 year ago

This place is awful, they scam you anyway they possibly can. I would not suggest using them. Go somewhere else with your business. I moved and needed furniture right away so I went there and got a few things, ended up with a broken sectional (was supposed to be brand new) they were supposed to fix it never did so I tried sending it back to get a sectional that was not broken and they refused to put the money I had spent on the new one. The new was supposed to be half off (they wouldn’t honor it) they had it buried in the back. They brought me the wrong tv and my pay off $438 I was going to make that payment they changed the amount to over $700 then all the sudden it was $1000 I went into the store to make the payment the manager told me NOT to make the payment because I was right and he was going to get a code from his boss to override the extra and I had been a good loyal customer. He then called me a few days later and said I needed to make my payment, I said what happened to you calling your boss (ops he forgot) so tells me again to wait to pay then I get another call with him saying he called his boss and his boss said no, so he tells me he is going to call corporate and go over his bosses head. Needless to say the payment went up yet again now almost 2k. When I was at a $438 pay off. I am debating giving it all back and telling them to shove it

Bobbi Fairow
Bobbi Fairow 1 year ago

This place is awful, they scam you anyway they possibly can. I would not suggest using them. Go somewhere else with your business. I moved and needed furniture right away so I went there and got a few things, ended up with a broken sectional (was supposed to be brand new) they were supposed to fix it never did so I tried sending it back to get a sectional that was not broken and they refused to put the money I had spent on the new one. The new was supposed to be half off (they wouldn’t honor it) they had it buried in the back. They brought me the wrong tv and my pay off $438 I was going to make that payment they changed the amount to over $700 then all the sudden it was $1000 I went into the store to make the payment the manager told me NOT to make the payment because I was right and he was going to get a code from his boss to override the extra and I had been a good loyal customer. He then called me a few days later and said I needed to make my payment, I said what happened to you calling your boss (ops he forgot) so tells me again to wait to pay then I get another call with him saying he called his boss and his boss said no, so he tells me he is going to call corporate and go over his bosses head. Needless to say the payment went up yet again now almost 2k. When I was at a $438 pay off. I am debating giving it all back and telling them to shove it

Ryan
Ryan 1 year ago

The gentleman that delivered my couch for very efficient and on time. Did a great job and were awesome. The manager of the store did everything he could to help me and was very efficient about his job and very helpful overall experience. I would give it a 10/10

Ryan
Ryan 1 year ago

The gentleman that delivered my couch for very efficient and on time. Did a great job and were awesome. The manager of the store did everything he could to help me and was very efficient about his job and very helpful overall experience. I would give it a 10/10

Cari Lovell
Cari Lovell 2 years ago

Had to call and make a police report for theft of my property that does not belong to rent-a-center. They trespassed on my property and snuck around my house. All on video by the way. They use threats of legal actions on customers when it is against company policy to make any threats to customers at all!!! Let alone steal the customers property. Let not forget the threats of damaging my property as well after I quit!!! They have roaches and at times bed bugs!!! They lie about it as well. They talk to people with complete disrespect. Completely unprofessional. And very vulgar!!! The district manager is joke as well, they force people into auto pay and say it’s part of the contract, but it’s not!!! They lie to customers on a regular to feed their own personal gain. They need to go back to training and go over compliance standards of the do and don’t which is next to every desk in the office!!!! You want action you got action. See ya in court!

Cari Lovell
Cari Lovell 2 years ago

Had to call and make a police report for theft of my property that does not belong to rent-a-center. They trespassed on my property and snuck around my house. All on video by the way. They use threats of legal actions on customers when it is against company policy to make any threats to customers at all!!! Let alone steal the customers property. Let not forget the threats of damaging my property as well after I quit!!! They have roaches and at times bed bugs!!! They lie about it as well. They talk to people with complete disrespect. Completely unprofessional. And very vulgar!!! The district manager is joke as well, they force people into auto pay and say it’s part of the contract, but it’s not!!! They lie to customers on a regular to feed their own personal gain. They need to go back to training and go over compliance standards of the do and don’t which is next to every desk in the office!!!! You want action you got action. See ya in court!

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