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Rent-A-Center

4.0 (49 reviews) on Google

1400 Altamont Ave, Schenectady, NY 12303

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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.

Store hours for Rent-A-Center may vary. Contact the store directly at (518) 357-2338 to confirm current hours.

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 (518) 357-2338 or visiting in person at 1400 Altamont Ave, Schenectady, NY.

Location

1400 Altamont Ave, Schenectady, NY 12303

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Customer reviews

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Based on 49 Google reviews
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Lugenia Fowler
Lugenia Fowler 2 months ago

That associate there was very nice...took my return and had me out quickly@

Iesiah Anderson
Iesiah Anderson 11 months ago

Anytime i need to deal with something i ask for Bianca she's the only person i want to help me because she knows what she doing and she very respectful

Iesiah Anderson
Iesiah Anderson 11 months ago

Anytime i need to deal with something i ask for Bianca she's the only person i want to help me because she knows what she doing and she very respectful

eddie rodriguez
eddie rodriguez 1 year ago

Bianca is great! Super nice communication outstanding! She hooked me up with electronics!!

No Name
No Name 1 year ago

I had a great experience. This aloud me to buy something I couldn't afford outright but needed ASAP. The team and customer service couldn't have been better.

No Name
No Name 1 year ago

I had a great experience. This aloud me to buy something I couldn't afford outright but needed ASAP. The team and customer service couldn't have been better.

VibratorStore Com
VibratorStore Com 3 years ago

Your employees are scam artists and tried to get me to pay more out of pocket that I am required and one of your employees at altamont ave actually told me that they could not help at all without giving them extra money. They are scammers and are trying to take people hard earned money Scammers will be reported to the attorney general and the bbb

Jacob Albright
Jacob Albright 6 years ago

If I could give them 0 star's I would! Worst place ever! I was trying to give them good reliable business during the corona pandemic. They were totally unprofessional. Never have I heard so many excuses for a company to not want to do it's job. When they ran out of excuses not to work the lies started. Do not waste your time here! You will only be mistreated and no work will get done. They charged my credit card for $30. I still have not got any money back. I have the digital receipts for the charge and no return. They blame it on my bank. My bank has no record of the refund!!! Absolutely absurd and horrible!!!

Jacob Albright
Jacob Albright 6 years ago

If I could give them 0 star's I would! Worst place ever! I was trying to give them good reliable business during the corona pandemic. They were totally unprofessional. Never have I heard so many excuses for a company to not want to do it's job. When they ran out of excuses not to work the lies started. Do not waste your time here! You will only be mistreated and no work will get done. They charged my credit card for $30. I still have not got any money back. I have the digital receipts for the charge and no return. They blame it on my bank. My bank has no record of the refund!!! Absolutely absurd and horrible!!!

Mari Cook
Mari Cook 7 years ago

Good place to come for great quality furniture and you can use the 6 months to pay off your furniture without all the interest. Nice if you don't have credit and are in need to get furniture quickly, like we were. They back up everything until paid too.

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