Vintage Furniture Stores in Austin

By Claudette · Updated January 28, 2026

Austin has one of the better vintage furniture scenes in the Southwest. The city’s mix of older housing stock, creative residents, and proximity to rural Texas (where barn finds still happen) keeps inventory flowing through local shops.

Top Vintage Furniture Shops

Uptown Modernon Burnet Road is the go-to for serious mid-century pieces. They authenticate and restore furniture from Herman Miller, Knoll, and Scandinavian designers. Not cheap, but the pieces are legitimate and well-maintained.uptownmodernaustin.com

Blue Velvet on East Cesar Chavez stocks a curated mix of mid-century and 1970s pieces: chairs, credenzas, lighting, and smaller accent pieces. They turn inventory frequently, so visit every couple of weeks.

Flashbackon South Congress has been in operation since the 1990s. They carry a broad range of eras and styles. Prices are reasonable and there’s usually something interesting in stock.flashbackaustin.com

Uncommon Objectson South Congress is more of an antique mall than a single dealer, but several booths specialize in vintage furniture. The experience is part of the appeal. It’s a sprawling, dense space where you might find a 1960s Danish teak desk next to a Victorian mirror.uncommonobjects.com

Room Service Vintage on East Cesar Chavez specializes in eclectic vintage with a bohemian bent. Good source for unique accent pieces, lighting, and smaller furniture items.

Beyond the Shops

Austin Antique Mall at the intersection of 290 and I-35 houses dozens of dealers under one roof. Quality and pricing vary booth to booth, but there’s usually at least one dealer with solid vintage furniture stock.

Round Top Antiques Week, held twice a year (spring and fall) about 90 minutes east of Austin, is one of the largest antique events in the country. Dealers come from across the US with inventory that includes significant vintage furniture. Worth the trip if you’re looking for something specific or want to buy in volume.roundtop.com

Pricing Context

Vintage furniture prices in Austin have climbed over the past decade, tracking national trends. Some reference points:

• Danish modern teak credenza (authentic): $1,200-3,500 depending on maker and condition
• Herman Miller Eames lounge chair (authentic): $3,000-6,000
• Mid-century walnut dining table (6-seat): $800-2,500
• 1970s brass and glass coffee table: $300-800
• Vintage Lane cedar chest: $150-400

Prices at Austin shops tend to be slightly below coastal cities (NYC, LA, SF) but above what you’d pay in smaller Texas markets.

Tips for Buying Vintage in Austin

• Ask about provenance. Reputable dealers will tell you where a piece came from and what they know about its history.
• Check construction. Dovetail joints, solid wood construction, and quality hardware are signs of pieces worth buying. Stapled joints and thin veneers over particleboard are not.
• Negotiate respectfully. Most Austin vintage dealers will come down 10-15% on pieces that have been in stock for a while. Cash offers sometimes get a slightly better price.
• Factor in restoration costs. A $500 vintage dresser that needs $300 in refinishing work is really an $800 dresser. Compare accordingly.

For more on the South Congress vintage scene, see our South Austin furniture guide.