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Rent-A-Center

Closed · Opens 10 AM 3.7 (64 reviews) on Google

13 Clock Tower Plaza, Elgin, IL 60120

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 13 Clock Tower Plaza, Elgin, 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 (847) 742-4242 or visiting in person at 13 Clock Tower Plaza, Elgin, 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

13 Clock Tower Plaza, Elgin, IL 60120

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Customer reviews

3.7

64 reviews

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Hannah Arelio
Hannah Arelio 2 months ago

Vida and Mya are lovely to work with! The gentlemen Jesus is very rude though 0 stars for him

Hannah Arelio
Hannah Arelio 2 months ago

Vida and Mya are lovely to work with! The gentlemen Jesus is very rude though 0 stars for him

Savannah
Savannah 4 months ago

Completely unprofessional I call up there and they say they will call me back and never do I overly sent them proof of everything, starting to think there is a deeper reason as of why they keep doing this .

Savannah
Savannah 4 months ago

Completely unprofessional I call up there and they say they will call me back and never do I overly sent them proof of everything, starting to think there is a deeper reason as of why they keep doing this .

Whitney Woods
Whitney Woods 5 months ago

They don’t keep they word sold my furniture after they told me they would hold it for me then still tried to get paid for the furniture crazy work

Jennifer Meyers
Jennifer Meyers 5 months ago

Actually, zero stars. Just visiting to a relatives house and have two thugs that work for them come pounding on my family members door for a laptop that no payments were ever made on. The pounding shook the walls and scared the crap out of everyone in the house. If the person who placed the order didn't answer your multiple phone calls why would you still continue with the delivery. And when someone calls to complain, you could be way more professional than basically blowing Off the person's complaint. I've never been a customer. I never will be a customer now and I will never tell anyone to go to Rent-A-Center ever. If you would choose to use Rent-A-Center, And paid double the price you would pay at a store. I surely would not use this location in Elgin as they have no customer service and are completely unprofessional.

Jennifer Meyers
Jennifer Meyers 5 months ago

Actually, zero stars. Just visiting to a relatives house and have two thugs that work for them come pounding on my family members door for a laptop that no payments were ever made on. The pounding shook the walls and scared the crap out of everyone in the house. If the person who placed the order didn't answer your multiple phone calls why would you still continue with the delivery. And when someone calls to complain, you could be way more professional than basically blowing Off the person's complaint. I've never been a customer. I never will be a customer now and I will never tell anyone to go to Rent-A-Center ever. If you would choose to use Rent-A-Center, And paid double the price you would pay at a store. I surely would not use this location in Elgin as they have no customer service and are completely unprofessional.

The Natural True Me
The Natural True Me 6 months ago

From the beginning of my relationship with this store, customer service has been poor. On my first issue, a delivery driver came to my home to retrieve an item even though I had already made my payment. There was no apology or accountability for the error. Additionally, the store enforces aggressive collection behavior. There is no grace period for payments, and customers are immediately threatened with item pickup after being only one day late. Most recently, I contacted the store to open a new agreement for a laptop under a current promotion advertised as requiring only a $10 initial payment. A representative initially confirmed the promotion and began processing the agreement. However, after consulting with a manager, I was told I would instead need to pay a full month upfront due to previous late payments. When I asked for clarification, I received conflicting explanations. First, I was told the higher payment was due to my payment history. Then the manager claimed it was a policy for all electronics. This contradiction suggests either misinformation or dishonesty. When I attempted to calmly address the inconsistency, the manager interrupted me, hung up the phone, and repeatedly answered and disconnected my subsequent calls. I then contacted other Rent-A-Center locations in my area and they all stated that is not a thing. This is down right discrimination and I will be escalating this to the highest level possible. Wrong person to be rude to. 😊

The Natural True Me

From the beginning of my relationship with this store, customer service has been poor. On my first issue, a delivery driver came to my home to retrieve an item even though I had already made my payment. There was no apology or accountability for the error. Additionally, the store enforces aggressive collection behavior. There is no grace period for payments, and customers are immediately threatened with item pickup after being only one day late. Most recently, I contacted the store to open a new agreement for a laptop under a current promotion advertised as requiring only a $10 initial payment. A representative initially confirmed the promotion and began processing the agreement. However, after consulting with a manager, I was told I would instead need to pay a full month upfront due to previous late payments. When I asked for clarification, I received conflicting explanations. First, I was told the higher payment was due to my payment history. Then the manager claimed it was a policy for all electronics. This contradiction suggests either misinformation or dishonesty. When I attempted to calmly address the inconsistency, the manager interrupted me, hung up the phone, and repeatedly answered and disconnected my subsequent calls. I then contacted other Rent-A-Center locations in my area and they all stated that is not a thing. This is down right discrimination and I will be escalating this to the highest level possible. Wrong person to be rude to. 😊

Angel Richardson
Angel Richardson 6 months ago

The new manger at this store is very rude and and does not have good customer service skills at all please don’t go to this store they are very unprofessional I was 2 days late which I pay my bill all the time they came to my house bagging on my door hard which made my neighbor think someone was breaking in she called me and told me they was ringing my bell a lot and bagging on my door screaming my name out calling reference talking about they about to put me out just lieing they treated me as if I don’t pay my bill woke my neighbor sick mom up off put her sleep pleased don’t shop at this store

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