Rent-A-Center

Closed · Opens Monday 10 AM 3.6 (71 reviews) on Google

3700 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310

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 3700 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA. 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 (515) 270-0333 or visiting in person at 3700 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA.

Hours

Monday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday 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 (Today) Closed

Location

3700 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310

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Customer reviews

3.6
Based on 71 Google reviews
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Taylor Kay
Taylor Kay 2 months ago

I had an absolutely terrible experience with Rent-A-Center. The customer service is awful!! Every interaction I've had was met with rudeness and dismissiveness. Their systems are outdated and inefficient, and they consistently lie about when your payments will be finished. Not only that, but they also charge you more than they initially quote. I do not recommend doing business with them at all, please take your business elsewhere!

Taylor Kay
Taylor Kay 2 months ago

I had an absolutely terrible experience with Rent-A-Center. The customer service is awful!! Every interaction I've had was met with rudeness and dismissiveness. Their systems are outdated and inefficient, and they consistently lie about when your payments will be finished. Not only that, but they also charge you more than they initially quote. I do not recommend doing business with them at all, please take your business elsewhere!

Robin Petersen
Robin Petersen 1 year ago

The person helping me was not able to figure out how to order something that I found on your site that was not in the store. I had to do the order myself. I ordered and paid the first payment then found out you couldn't find my order. I requested a refund and I still don't have it.

Robin Petersen
Robin Petersen 1 year ago

The person helping me was not able to figure out how to order something that I found on your site that was not in the store. I had to do the order myself. I ordered and paid the first payment then found out you couldn't find my order. I requested a refund and I still don't have it.

Chad Thompson
Chad Thompson 2 years ago

Just called because the new guy Keyshawn messed up processing my fee on Saturday. So instead of speaking to a manager, the manager told the person on the phone I’m pretty much screwed and have to make a double payment now cause they don’t train well lol. So yeah if you have another option, don’t come here

Chad Thompson
Chad Thompson 2 years ago

Just called because the new guy Keyshawn messed up processing my fee on Saturday. So instead of speaking to a manager, the manager told the person on the phone I’m pretty much screwed and have to make a double payment now cause they don’t train well lol. So yeah if you have another option, don’t come here

Lillian Fitzgerald
Lillian Fitzgerald 2 years ago

I normally don’t complain, but this is the worst RAC experience I have ever had. I am moving and got a new couch so I wouldn’t have to make payments anymore. I would like for the couch I have had through them to be returned and picked up I have called a total of 5 times in a 3-4 week period to get a pick up date. I’ve gotten one, but they couldn’t pick it up because of heat. Okay that’s okay I understood they told me they would call and set up another time. I had to call! And every time I call I get the same response I have to wait for my manager and she isn’t here. They always say I will make a note and let her know. I have not received any calls from them especially when they have told me they were going to call back, I have always been the one to call. Getting the couch a breeze sending it back impossible.

Lillian Fitzgerald

I normally don’t complain, but this is the worst RAC experience I have ever had. I am moving and got a new couch so I wouldn’t have to make payments anymore. I would like for the couch I have had through them to be returned and picked up I have called a total of 5 times in a 3-4 week period to get a pick up date. I’ve gotten one, but they couldn’t pick it up because of heat. Okay that’s okay I understood they told me they would call and set up another time. I had to call! And every time I call I get the same response I have to wait for my manager and she isn’t here. They always say I will make a note and let her know. I have not received any calls from them especially when they have told me they were going to call back, I have always been the one to call. Getting the couch a breeze sending it back impossible.

Jeanna Joyce
Jeanna Joyce 3 years ago

I had to fill out new paperwork when I went into lease my stuff and I updated my phone number and my address. Neither of those things were updated in the system and so I have still not received a phone call about my stuff arriving. Two weeks ago I called and told them to cancel the order because I hadn’t heard anything from them and they told me I would be given a cash refund and they would call me when the refund was ready. It has been two weeks and I have heard nothing from the store.

Jeanna Joyce
Jeanna Joyce 3 years ago

I had to fill out new paperwork when I went into lease my stuff and I updated my phone number and my address. Neither of those things were updated in the system and so I have still not received a phone call about my stuff arriving. Two weeks ago I called and told them to cancel the order because I hadn’t heard anything from them and they told me I would be given a cash refund and they would call me when the refund was ready. It has been two weeks and I have heard nothing from the store.

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