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Rent-A-Center

4.1 (56 reviews) on Google

853 Upland Ave Upland Shopping Center, Chester, PA 19013

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 (610) 874-4453 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 (610) 874-4453 or visiting in person at 853 Upland Ave Upland Shopping Center, Chester, PA.

Location

853 Upland Ave Upland Shopping Center, Chester, PA 19013

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Customer reviews

4.1

56 reviews

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Donna Finley
Donna Finley 6 months ago

Purchased washer/dryer combo very nice works great

Diana Gonzalez
Diana Gonzalez 10 months ago

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.

Will Power
Will Power 10 months ago

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.

Lexi Flowers
Lexi Flowers 1 year ago

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.

Pamela Laurino
Pamela Laurino 1 year ago

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 👌.

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