Rent-A-Center
853 Upland Ave Upland Shopping Center, Chester, PA 19013 (610) 874-4453
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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.
What this store carries
These are the categories this Rent-A-Center carries. Call the store for current prices and terms.
This location
853 Upland Ave Upland Shopping Center, Chester, PA.
Call (610) 874-4453 Get directionsRent-A-Center will tell you what you qualify for before anything is run, stated by Rent-A-Center.
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.
Other Rent-A-Center stores near Chester
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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 not on file
This location has not published its hours. Call (610) 874-4453 before you go.
Customer reviews
I had rent a center remove the merchandise for return and employee damageed my wall and baseboard heater to my rental property. I called to report and expected a store manager to take a look at the damages the past Saturday at 5 pm but there was a no show. This is not the first time I was told they were going to show up at a certain time and was left waiting with no show or call.
New TV stopped working. Store replaced it with a different tv which had a scratch in the screen, and they couldn't pair it with the sound bar which I was also renting from RAC. Ten months into my 1st year of the contract, and close to having spent 3k, I returned everything. Thanks to that experience, I doubt that I will every deal with RAC again, or recommend RAC to anyone.
Have now tried to get three things from them. First was a washer/dryer that was bundled with a laptop during a 50% off promo. When ordering online they require you to put down a $25 deposit. When I was called to set up delivery I was told that I couldn’t bundle the laptop with the washer and dryer even though I clicked on one thing to add to cart. Annoying but I really only needed washer and dryer so not the end of the world. I’m then told that the $25 I was REQUIRED to put down was a promo and it canceled the 50% off promo. After this I decided it wasn’t worth it and to just go another route but Lisa (only redeemable part of store/corporation) said she would try to get it fixed and get back to me. She texted me an hour later saying that she got it sorted, I didn’t respond back that day because I was in the middle of moving (hence why I need washer and dryer) I got back no less then 24 hours later but was told I was refunded and deal was canceled because I took to long? Eventually after a bit of back and forth they said they would honor the 50% off and do the original deal. Seems all would be good right? No. When I go to sign contract It’s twice the amount it should be, they didn’t apply the 50%. I call back and am told the first thing happened because I put $25 down. Again, I was required to, I did this over the phone with Lisa (once again the only bright part of this) I was told they couldn’t sort it out on there end and they’d contact corporate and get back to me. They never did, just refunded the $25 without a word. I’ve since bought a washer from home depo and decided I’d look if they had any good deals on laptops. They did, it was almost 50% off a good used gaming laptop. I of course put down the deposit you’re required to make (there’s no promo this time to mess up) when I call store to schedule delivery I’m told the laptop I PUT A DEPOSIT ON 2 days ago is no longer available and if I’d like a different one. No I want the one I chose and put a deposit on that was discounted. Long story short is it’s been nothing but a terrible experience dealing with this store and I suggest no one even attempts to.
Everyone was very friendly and Helpful Mrs. Lisa and Dave are the best Managers who take customer service seriously, they make sure that your experience is the best 👌.
Purchased a washer and dryer set. Delivery went ok no major issues. Got everything hooked up and after our 2nd load of laundry discovered issues with the timer on the dryer. Called mid-end of last week spoke to the manager and said they were sending out a replacement monday by 3pm. Monday came and went. Called yesterday (the day after) and was told delivery wasnt made due to a flat on the delivery truck and someone was going to call me back later that day. First off...if you cant make a delivery why wouldnt you call the customer immediately to reschedule? And second...nobody has called me back yesterday or today. Im ready to drop the laundry pair off in front of their store, cancel the payment plan and go elsewhere. This is unprofessional and i feel like my business is underappreciated as a customer. Update: Called the 800 number on friday and was told upper management was going to contact me directly...never did. Store called me twice with a generic message "Mr brown call us at the store"...called them back monday and rescheduled the replacement dryer delivery. Never any apology or anything for the whole mess and lack of customer service skills. Will never deal with this company again.
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