Whether you are moving into your first apartment or thinking of upgrading your present one, the economy isn’t making it easy to stylishly outfit your abode. You want your pad to reflect your personality and outstanding taste, but money’s tight – or maybe you just don’t want to pay full price for quality furniture. What’s a stylish Chicago resident to do?

Worry no more. You can find sophisticated, attractive furniture and knick-knacks that won’t break the bank throughout the city of Chicago. Check out one or all of the stores and shops listed below for distinguished fine furniture at yard-sale prices, and get ready to start living in style.

Praha

What: With a European cottage feel, Praha sells vintage and antique furniture and accessories, from lamps and frames to hand soaps and gourmet dip mixes.

Where: North Center neighborhood, 3849 N Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL 60613

Nadeau Furniture

What: Nadeau Furniture sells unique, world market, solid-wood pieces at wholesale prices.

Where: Ravenswood neighborhood, 4433 N Ravenswood Ave., Chicago, IL 60640

Bed Kings and Home Furnishings

What: Known mostly as a bed and sofa store, Bed Kings and Home Furnishings also offers accents, dining room furniture, kitchen racks and carts, room dividers and more.

Where: Pilsen neighborhood, 1140 W 18th St., Chicago, IL 60608

Chicago Discount Mattress

What: Since it’s illegal to purchase a used mattress anywhere in the United States, you’ll be happy to know that Chicago Discount Mattress sells new name brand mattresses, box springs and rails at low prices.

Where: Bucktown and Logan Square neighborhoods, 2101 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL 60647

A Touch of Vintage

What: This vintage jewelry, fashion and furniture store has big items, such as dressers, tables and chairs, as well as housewares and smaller home décor items.

Where: Logan Square neighborhood, 2506 N. California Ave., Chicago, IL 60647

Edgewater Antique Mall

What: You may have to search for a good deal at Edgewater Antique Mall, but they do exist (especially if you haggle), in furniture, jewelry and accessories.

Where: Edgewater neighborhood, 6314 N. Broadway St., Chicago, IL 60660

Lubinski Furniture Sales

What: From modern to traditional to retro furniture, Lubinski Furniture Sales offers items to outfit your home on the cheap. Plus, delivery is free if you live nearby.

Where: Wicker Park neighborhood, 1550 N. Milwaukee Ave.,Chicago, IL 60622

Furniture Outlet, Inc.

What: Selling mostly Ashley brand furniture, Furniture Outlet, Inc. has furniture for every room of the house, most of which requires little or no assembly.

Where: Bucktown neighborhood, 1883 W. Fullerton Ave., Chicago, IL 60614

From Wicker Park to Ravenswood to Edgewater, you’re sure to find a furniture store to meet your budget-conscious decorating needs.