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Uhuru Furniture & Collectibles
832 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19130, United States
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Uhuru Furniture & Collectibles
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Ma
Review №1

We Cant wait to come back !! They are professional and clean and they speak Spanish !!I got my son his first dresser from here I will post an update once we have it painted and in his bedroom! They have many original pieces here ! Even if the prices are a bit high remember we are supporting a community based business! This place its great for finding real wood furniture especially great for people who are into projects I seen so many pieces that would look great with a fresh coat of chalk paint and new knobs if you are a diy queen like myself stop by this store❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥💯

Sa
Review №2

Uhuru is a great place to shop! They have incredible things for a great cause, and the workers are so kind and helpful! S/O to King for being very helpful and knowledgeable!

Ro
Review №3

Uhuru was great! I got a very nice dresser and was able to have it delivered the very next day into my bedroom at a low cost. Ali was very helpful and everyone at the store was kind to us.

At
Review №4

Great items, terrible organization skills. I messaged and left a voicemail to purchase an item and somehow someone else managed to call over 12 hours after me and bought the item. You should not provide the option of messaging and voicemail if no one is checking the inbox or sending misinformation to buyers. My claim came first but I still managed to lose out. The woman I spoke to called me by three incorrect names and even admitted herself their process is flawed. I just won’t bother to purchase again.

Nu
Review №5

Bought nice burgundy leather Bernhert nailed chair w/ ottoman at a great price. A great antique find at a great price!

Ch
Review №6

The lady who works in the store is very professional and helpful..The moving guy name Darren is official. I never seen how someone whose doing a hard moving job, yet make it look so easy.If I had the money, I would have definitely gave them a huge tip.I will be returning.

El
Review №7

I found exactly what I was looking for - perfect!

Be
Review №8

Best prices for used furniture. A humble, mission-based establishment with their mind toward helping the African Community. Cant recommend enough.

Ma
Review №9

The team that came to my home to pick up the furniture donation was quick, courteous and professional! They really made everything easy for me. Please consider a furniture donation to this worthy charity!

Ja
Review №10

Terrible, they sell over priced used furniture, I priced a living room set an they wanted $30 per item to deliver. They tried to scam me

Ma
Review №11

The easiest pick up process! Made moving furniture seamless and everyone was very responsible with COVID-19. Incredible place!

Br
Review №12

Uhuru has great service, awesome products for a good price, and supports African-American empowerment. I would definitely recommend it.

An
Review №13

Wanted to donate 3 items contacted them on Tuesday 9/15 they got back to me the same day. We scheduled for a Saturday pick up (9/19). I received a call when they was close to my home, even when something happened with the truck at the top of my block they called me, they let know what was going on with the truck. When the 3 people from Uhuru came to my home they was professional, on time, courteous, respectful, and we even had a nice conversation while they was removing my donation items out of my home. If I need to donate things again I will be contacting them again.

no
Review №14

Great service, loved the vibes

Qu
Review №15

I recieve a pleasant experience. And the item was quality. Glade I found it. Personally I am a Thrift shopper.

Re
Review №16

I absolutely love this store! I love that their mission is about empowering the black community and I like knowing that my money is going somewhere that will make a difference in the community. Ive bought things from them many times. The staff is very friendly and helpful, they have the best prices on great quality items and unique collectible items & other cool stuff that you wont find anywhere else. They also make beautiful painted furniture with African designs! I definitely recommend anyone looking for affordable, good quality furniture to shop here and support this store.

Dr
Review №17

The application and screening process just to be able to donate furniture suggests that they are really not interested in getting your furniture. Call the Philadelphia Furniture Bank. They are much more appreciative and the service is great! They are only interested in getting a check and nothing else.

Qi
Review №18

This review is about their moving services. Terrible! I moved with Uhuru twice. The first time was great: quick and easy into a studio apartment. The second time I hired them to move me move out of that same studio. The movers came late, high, and not ready to work. My friend and I moved most of the stuff by ourselves while the movers sat around breaking down all my furniture which I specifically asked them not to do. One of the movers ignored that request which made the move take around 4 or 5 hours in total. All my furniture is broken, because the movers had no idea what they were doing. When I talked to the store manger and assistant manager, they were both incredibly rude and condescending. Those two have zero customer service skills.They remedied the situation by giving me a $120 free couch, but their movers ruined about $400 worth of furniture. I honestly love supporting Uhuru but would never recommend their moving services and would avoid having to interact with the store managers, who are honestly just two rude and entitled women clearly trying to get over some white guilt, while they help run this otherwise nice shop.

Br
Review №19

This place is great. The prices and selection are amazing! You can even donate your old furniture and theyll come pick it up!

Ze
Review №20

Great selection of furniture, collectibles, art, glassware & lamps. One day Warehouse Sale Sunday October 4, 2020. 12:00-4:00pm, 2401 W Allegheny Avenue.

Wi
Review №21

It is a Blessing to visit this place,everyone warm and welcoming.everything is of extremely exellent quality. Everything we have purchased from them has been great quality.

Jo
Review №22

Unfortunately, I can not recommend this organization at all. I reached out to them two weeks before I needed to move out of my apartment for them to pick up a dining table as a donation. I received a response within a few days and they expressed that they could pick it up the following week. I didn’t hear from them again, so I followed up and asked if they were still interested in picking the table up because I needed it gone by that Friday.They agreed to pick it up Friday evening between 5-6pm. Day comes and I wait the hour and I hear nothing from them, so I call because I thought maybe they didn’t have my number. A man answering the phone confirms that the drivers do in fact have my number and that the team is running behind but they will call when they are on their way.I wait another hour and still nothing. So I call back, and a woman answers the phone saying that she was “just about to call me”. She explained that I unfortunately the team will not be coming to pick up the table because they got backed up due to the rain and they hit traffic in Center City and are now over time. Mind you, my apartment was about a block and half north of the store I was donating the table to...She asked me if there was another time the following week that they could come and pick up the table, I explained that I need the table to go that night (Friday) because I was moving that weekend. I told her I had limited availability the next day because I had to work and because I was moving out of my apt that Sunday. She said that she would have some one call me before 10:30 when they open to see if they could fit something in on Saturday or early on Sunday.Next day comes I don’t get a call until 10:45am, remember I was told I’d receive a call before 10:30am, and the person offers up a 10am time slot the day I’m supposed to move. I told her that I could have someone else to take care of it because I didn’t want to be put in a position, where I was stuck with it because they were having another issue or they decided that they didn’t feel like taking it.I don’t know if this is how they normally behave, this is my first time utilizing them and it will be my last. The complete and utter disregard for people’s time and money is ridiculous. My recommendation: proceed with caution.

Sa
Review №23

Uhuru had a fantastic selection of furniture. They carry everything from sofas to dressers to rugs, along with a great selection of art. The folks there were incredibly friendly and accommodating, and they deliver. Not just delivery though—they carried my brand new (to me, and absolutely beautiful) dresser up two flights of stairs. As a recent transplant to Philly, I’m incredibly excited to have learned about them. They support a great cause, and their customer service is next level. I couldn’t have been happier with my purchase, and I’m already planning to go back for future purchases. I wish I could give them 10/5!

Fr
Review №24

I used to love this place. I celebrated this organization because they use to have great prices that were unique, quality driven, and affordable. They did all of this for what I thought to help a community of people. I never questioned their integrity until I went to the new location.I can’t say that they are not a nonprofit, but I question how much of the money is attributed to the people they say they are helping! The prices are now crazy!!! Marshals, Ross, and at times even Macy’s have better pricing, quality for NEW pieces. It is of my belief that they either have changed executive directors or have just lost their way. I do not believe that the majority of the dollars spent is going to helping people. I believe most money on every dollar contributed must be going towards ownership of real estate, salaries, and operational cost.In essence, it is of my opinion that these people could be avoiding paying taxes via the use of this entity. I believe (this in my opinion) that Uhuru could be a way that helps lower cost on other initiatives. It is my sincere belief that these people are now exploiting the people they say they are helping!

an
Review №25

Very nice place good prices staff helpful.

Sh
Review №26

Love this place. Good quality furniture at affordable prices. Staff is very kind. Black owned. My new go-to furniture store.😍

Ta
Review №27

Love the friendly staff and awesome SALES on top of already affordable and reasonably priced used furniture. Theres new things every day and you can get everything delivered!! They also pick up your old furniture for free~ such a great sustainable company that gives back to Philly.

Ra
Review №28

I just went in to browse but they had a super great selection for super responsible prices! I mostly just wanted to say that literally every employee there was SO polite and willing to help me, it was delightful. ill definitely be back.

Le
Review №29

Nice place to shop. I just bought a 2 piece set, didn’t feel pressured. Seems like good quality, and not super expensive.

Ma
Review №30

Great selection of donated furniture. I was able to get a beautiful futon for $125 (would have been $400 new). They also sell mineral paint so that you can customize your furniture (they even offer workshops)Delivery is also quick, affordable, and professional.Best of all, besides for it being a furniture store its a community with a great mission. The people who run this place are so nice and helpful.

Ca
Review №31

Great place. Found a wonderful desk at a great price. We spent the day at Habitat and Jinxed only to find exactly what we wanted here. Friendly staff, too.

Ma
Review №32

The men just delivered two dressers to our condo. As previously, they arrived as planned. Even better, they did a wonderful job protecting and maneuvering it, which was not an easy feat.Thanks for the terrific service and attitude.

Ma
Review №33

The store overall is a gem. You can find a lot of reasonable prices on very high end stuff. They are a non-profit so a lot of the stuff is donated but you really cant tell because the quality is very good. Ameer helped me he is good with his customer service skills. If you have questions hes somebody in there to ask everybody is good but hes really good. Hes very down to earth very calming energy from this man.

OM
Review №34

They litter the neighborhood with ads on poles.

Mi
Review №35

Uhuru sells quality used furniture. They have a variety of styles from modern to Victorian, depending on what donations come in. My friend bought two dressers, a bookcase and an end table, all in good shape, for about $500.

Za
Review №36

Awesome service friendly staff. I went in on a Friday and purchased a few things. On Saturday I came back and saw something else I wanted. I asked if what I already paid for be applied to the other I wanted instead and there was no problem. Awesome place.

Be
Review №37

I was happy to find exactly what I was looking for here at a reasonable price. The store owner was very friendly and I was able to arrange delivery next day!

Co
Review №38

I was surprised with the staffs ability to both lift heavy furniture and teach me about African liberation. An unusual combo that seems to make this store one of the best things in Philadelphia.

Si
Review №39

This is my favorite furniture store in Philadelphia. There is no place like it. Not only is the furniture high quality, stylish a affordable, the shopping experience is full of flavor that is found no where else in the city.

La
Review №40

I got an awesome desk, leather chair and bookcase from here. They delivered it like 30 minutes after I bought it. Great price and a good cause. Really nice and helpful people also.

Wi
Review №41

I like the aspect of sharing, thats the way I look at it it helps us all.

K
Review №42

Awesome place to get furniture (or donate)! Ive bought some great little gifts for people here too. Great way to support community goals!

He
Review №43

Big fan of Uhuru!! Quick response online, super friendly staff, items are priced to move, great experience overall. Will definitely be going back.

Yo
Review №44

Great pieces with high turnover so theres always something new to see. Prices are even better. Friendly staff and convenient delivery

Mi
Review №45

Trying to find cheap furniture is difficult. Buying new is very expensive, especially for couches. Quality and price are two things you normally cannot get together when looking for couches at least. However, this place seems to be perfect. There is a large selection of donated furniture, mostly difference sized couches, dressers, side-tables and tv stands.I bought a couch that usually would cost $600+ usually at a normal store for only $160 total with same day delivery. I would definitely come here again if I ever need another couch.

je
Review №46

I had a wonderful time there. I met new people and join the Uhura Furiture store celebration of Martian Luther 👑 birthday. I really enjoy my time with them volunteering and help them. Thank you fir having me there. Uhuru.

An
Review №47

Wide selection and very affordable

Ja
Review №48

Very nice and helpful

An
Review №49

Ive been getting my furniture from Uhuru since I moved to Philly seven years ago. Their furniture is always in good condition, their pricing is reasonable, and their delivery people are timely.

Lo
Review №50

Affordable, Quality furniture. Amazing staff, Kevin is the best. Delivered and assembled furniture, delivery staff very friendly.

Ke
Review №51

Amazing Place. Amazing Furniture finds. Some really wonderful pieces at reasonable prices.

Ja
Review №52

Loads of stuff there. The staff is super friendly and helpful. They take credit cards which is a strong plus for me.

Je
Review №53

I have shopped here on several occasions and never had an issue but that changed on 5/25/19. Below is a chat I had with Uhuru because they had a sofa on their site listed for $225 and then I saw it a day or two listed for &495 on Offer Up:Me: This sofa was on your site a few days ago listed for $225, it went up to $495?Uhuru: There was an error in the pricing. This is a brand name, high-quality sofa from West Elm, so thats why there was an increase in the price.Its around $1,000 brand new.Me: Please correct me if I’m wrong, but people donate the furniture you sell? so what difference does it make whether it’s high end or from Ikea if you paid nothing for it? IUhuru: Yes, all of our furniture is donated. The difference is that the furniture is worth more depending on the brand and the material.Uhuru Furniture is an economic development project of the African Peoples Education and Defense Fund. All of the money goes to supporting African self-determination programs of APEDF. We also always have sales going on. So with 15% off storewide through the end of May, the final price for this is actually about $421 plus tax.Me: I understand your mission, but your mission and goal would still be the same regardless of how much you sell it for.Uhuru: Yes, but we want to get as much as what each piece is worth. This is one of our higher-end items. We also have a selection of other items that are more affordable, like our Bargain Buy items.Me: Don’t misunderstand, I have brand new furniture in my home from Raymour and Flanagan....it has nothing to do with me needing a bargain, it’s the principle. Everyone who buys second hand goods is not destitute. Enjoy your day and thanks for the clarity on your business practices

Ca
Review №54

Super friendly, great selection, and even better prices

Am
Review №55

They propably have good buys but you cant see an ything. Too much stuff piled in a little store. I was looking at a sofa but I couldnt really get to it because it was stocked with another couch on top of it. The legs from the other couch was digging into it.

Su
Review №56

I’ve purchased several items from here and I’m very happy with those purchases. They’re My first choice when I think about making additional purchases.

Di
Review №57

Great place to find everything for your needs and to drop off items(large items, but no beds). Really helpful and capable people.

Ro
Review №58

African music welcomed us and a gentleman greeted us warmly.. Eclectic pieces of furniture made me think of all DIYs I see on social media and procrastinate about. Most pieces are beautiful as is but lots can be repurposed if youre crafty . Friendly staff,didnt hover but available for questions.

Ch
Review №59

6 stars. Best place in philly. Same day delivery. Affordable. Great people.

Da
Review №60

Very nice and inviting customer service

J7
Review №61

Great service, selection, quality, and prices. Fast delivery!

La
Review №62

Great store. Bad location for parking and loading. But ! The folks there help with the lack of space. Nice workers

Br
Review №63

Extremely overpriced for used furniture. I question their mission and the amount of money that actually benefits their organization

Me
Review №64

Friendly staff! Positive atmosphere! Helpful! Affordable!

J
Review №65

Friendly staff nice selection. Was able to get two pieces of furniture for about $110

Ro
Review №66

Great place to buy quality furniture as well as the staff is friendly

Wi
Review №67

Use furniture a good price

Sh
Review №68

Really great looking traditional and edgy furniture, friendly helpful staff, and reasonable prices. I will return.

Na
Review №69

Excellent prices, a wide variety of items an styles and super friendly and helpful sales people

Ge
Review №70

You can find gems in this store at good prices. Its worth an occasional walk though to whats new.

Sa
Review №71

I enjoy this place really reasonable prices nice staff going back soon to find me some speakers and receiver

Ti
Review №72

Very nice things practically new

An
Review №73

Fair warning to anyone considering about giving these people your business. They attempted to sell me a couch that was totally soaked through during a rain storm. I know this, because the couch was outside getting rained on while I was in the store. Then, they sold me a different couch, and later refused to take it back (as a free donation) because of upholstery stains that were there when they sold it to me.Avoid at all costs.

Da
Review №74

Very nice furniture, proceeds are used in helping less fortunate....

st
Review №75

5 stars today easily, not much else to say.

Tu
Review №76

They have so much variety here. You can always find what youre looking for at discounted prices. The selection is also constantly changing.

Ha
Review №77

You Can Always Find What You Need Or Something Else You Might.

Lo
Review №78

Uhuru has really nice second hand furniture.

Ti
Review №79

Great prices and the staff was very helpful.

Yi
Review №80

Good price with great quality furniture.

Sh
Review №81

Friendly staff and great prices

Ja
Review №82

Furniture like New some time one of kind

Jo
Review №83

Been here several times and i find their items reasonable to costly. But, this week I purchased a $35.00 shredder for more than half the original price. I stop by as often as i can.

La
Review №84

Similar to Goodwill. Some bargains but many items over priced based on condition.

Na
Review №85

Nice things fair

Ty
Review №86

Great selection for home, great prices

Ga
Review №87

They sold furniture to me with urine of cat when I get home I realize that, I gave them a call to return it, they come and refuse to take it...the said it have a damage on it even though I called the next day I call that angel-voice skinny lady, she refused to talk to me (watch her she acting like an angel but she is something else) I took them to court ... its not be cause of money but because they rip me of dont be the next victim

Ar
Review №88

Nice staff, nice sales, nice furniture

Er
Review №89

I like what I seen I never brought any yet I plane on getting some couches

An
Review №90

Great place to buy furniture

Ja
Review №91

Good quality for cheap prices

Kr
Review №92

Stop leaving junk flyers on my door and ringing the doorbell.

La
Review №93

Prices are very high to be a used furniture store

PO
Review №94

Nice furniture.

Mi
Review №95

They get furniture donated to them and sell at premium prices

Ch
Review №96

Prices very high an quality of merchandise is poor

Ki
Review №97

Kind people

m
Review №98

Vintage furniture/delivery pricing/service

DA
Review №99

Thank you, David.

er
Review №100

Love this place!

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  • Address:832 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19130, United States
  • Site:http://uhurufurniturephilly.blogspot.com/
  • Phone:+1 215-546-9616
Categories
  • Antique store
  • Furniture store
  • Non-profit organization
  • Thrift store
Working hours
  • Monday:12–6PM
  • Tuesday:12–6PM
  • Wednesday:12–6PM
  • Thursday:12–6PM
  • Friday:12–6PM
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:Closed
Service options
  • Same-day delivery:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
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