Bert's
Closed right now, opens tomorrow at 9 AM. Call ahead and they will tell you what is on the floor today.
49 E Edwardsville Rd, Wood River, IL 62095 (618) 251-4572
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What you can rent here
Bert's is a rent-to-own retailer serving Illinois's Metro-East, with three stores in Swansea, Wood River, and Granite City. The business has operated since 1948, when it started as a TV repair shop, and is now third-generation family owned and operated, adding rent-to-own agreements in the 1970s. Bert's offers furniture, appliances, electronics, computers, and mattresses on flexible weekly or monthly lease agreements, and like most rent-to-own stores does not require a traditional credit check. It holds a 3.9 Google rating across 149 reviews. Compare Bert's on VRTO alongside other rent-to-own stores near you, with hours, ratings, and what each carries.
What this store carries
These are the categories this Bert's carries. Call the store for current prices and terms.
This location
49 E Edwardsville Rd, Wood River, IL. Closed · Opens tomorrow at 9 AM.
Call (618) 251-4572 Get directionsBert's will tell you what you qualify for before anything is run, stated by Bert's.
Before you go in
How rent-to-own leases usually work
Typical terms for rent-to-own stores. This store sets its own; 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
- 1Browse in store and choose from available furniture, appliances, electronics, and more.
- 2Apply with no traditional credit check at most stores. Approval is based on income and residency.
- 3Get approved, often same day, with immediate access to your items.
- 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
Hours and how to get there
Hours confirmed with the store Nov 1, 2026. Call ahead on a holiday.
Customer reviews
This business is incredibly kind and helpful. The staff is always friendly and willing to go the extra mile. Their prices are reasonable and their products are great. I would recommend checking out this place!
Have always loved this store but never rented anything until now! Friends of mine have and they were always wonderful with them. Deseree was wonderful and so was Dustin! Highly Recommend!
Went in looking for a couch and came out with a dinette, 3 piece table set, and a lovely sectional! They have a lot of options as far as payments go and are fantastic! Was even able to get the furniture the next day, for free shipping! Thank you Bert's!
I was a customer for almost 4 years. I paid off a living room set, 2 TVs, and a bed set. May I mind you they charge triple the amount when it’s a leased agreement. I’ve been pretty loyal to them overall. Here it is the roughest time in the country due to covid19, I’m laid off, waiting on my unemployment, still trying to make ends meet in other areas. I had a washer and dryer set and an Xbox the last two things I was leasing. The agreement was if i paid my partial payment of 60$ i could continue to lease. I was late by a day and Jordan an employee there was beating at my door at 8am. Then he proceeded to want to fight. I had the money in my hand that they ask for. I’ve been late before and have always paid the late fees. So i owed 65$. They said they’d rather would have their merchandise instead. Fine by me. So much money invested into a company that doesn’t care about their customers just about the $$$$ instead.
My husband and I bought a beautiful couch and loveseat from here for a great price. The staff was so nice and the owner is very sweet. The delivery guys were very friendly and courteous. We even received a handwritten thank you card in the mail from the owner. It's the little things like that that will make me want to always shop there from now on and I will recommend them to anyone looking for furniture! Support small businesses!
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