Florida, August 24, 2025
News Summary
American Freight is reopening multiple stores across Florida, including locations in Jacksonville, Orlando, and Tallahassee, as part of its Labor Day Clearance Event from August 13 to September 7. Newly refreshed stores will offer flexible payment options and an improved shopping experience, focusing on maintaining low prices. Customers can enjoy discounts applied directly at the register, a variety of new furniture and home goods with same-day pickup, and fast local delivery options. This event highlights American Freight’s commitment to making affordable home furnishings accessible to all.
Jacksonville, Fla.
American Freight opens multiple Florida locations and launches Labor Day event offering new buying options
American Freight is holding a statewide Labor Day Clearance Event running from August 13 to September 7, 2025, and is reopening several Florida locations under new ownership. Participating stores include Jacksonville (Old Kings Road), Jacksonville (103rd Street), Melbourne, Ocala, Orlando (Viscount Road), Orlando (Orange Blossom Trail), and Tallahassee. The company says the refreshed stores will offer expanded buying options and updated customer service while continuing longstanding low prices.
Key details — what shoppers need to know first
- Event dates: August 13 to September 7, 2025.
- Reopening locations: Jacksonville (Old Kings Road and 103rd Street), Melbourne, Ocala, Orlando (Viscount Road and Orange Blossom Trail), and Tallahassee.
- Availability: The Labor Day Clearance Event is open to the public at the listed Florida locations.
- Inventory and pickup: A wide selection of new items is available at everyday low prices, with many items eligible for same-day pickup or fast local delivery.
- Discounting and checkout: Discounts for the event are applied at the register and are valid only at participating stores.
What’s changing with the stores
The Florida stores have new ownership and a renewed strategic direction focused on expanding payment flexibility and simplifying the purchase process. Management framed these changes as an effort to maintain the chain’s historical low-price positioning while adding buying methods that fit different budgets and credit situations.
New flexible payment solutions will be available during the event, including expanded financing and layaway options. Customers can learn about specific financing options and the approval process on the company’s official website.
Service and shopping format
The reopened locations will operate with a warehouse-style showroom designed to make it easier for shoppers to see and evaluate large furniture pieces in person. Stores report regular inventory updates so selection changes frequently during clearance events. Many products are offered for same-day pickup, and fast local delivery is available on eligible items.
Event discounts are processed at checkout and apply only at participating stores, so shoppers should confirm availability and discount eligibility with the store they plan to visit.
Operations and company context
American Freight was founded in 1994 and has positioned itself as a provider of furniture and mattresses at lower price points. The company now operates approximately 60 retail locations and continues to offer a mix of payment choices, including traditional layaway and financing programs. Store leaders describe the recent strategic adjustments as an attempt to improve the customer experience while preserving the value proposition that has defined the brand for decades.
Company representatives emphasized that efficiency in operations—compared with larger big-box competitors—helps deliver direct savings to customers, and that the refreshed stores aim to be easier to shop and to provide smoother checkout and delivery processes.
Practical information for shoppers
- Confirm participating store hours and inventory before visiting, as locations were recently reopened under new ownership.
- Event discounts are applied at the register; bring necessary documentation for financing or layaway if using alternative payment options.
- Ask store staff about same-day pickup and local delivery windows for purchased items.
- Financing eligibility and terms vary; prospective buyers should review the application and approval process online or in-store.
Background and mission
Since its founding in 1994, the company has focused on supplying home furnishings at accessible price points to a broad customer base. The brand’s stated mission is to make quality home furnishings affordable and accessible for every family, and the chain’s operations now include dozens of retail locations and multiple payment programs designed to serve different budget levels.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Labor Day event run?
The event runs from August 13 through September 7, 2025.
Which Florida locations are reopening and participating?
Reopened and participating stores are in Jacksonville (Old Kings Road), Jacksonville (103rd Street), Melbourne, Ocala, Orlando (Viscount Road), Orlando (Orange Blossom Trail), and Tallahassee.
Are discounts available online?
Discounts for the Labor Day Clearance Event are applied at the register and are valid at participating stores only. Online promotions or site-specific offers may differ, and customers should verify online separately.
What payment options are offered?
The stores offer several payment options including layaway and financing. New flexible payment solutions designed to accommodate different budgets and credit situations are being introduced at these locations. Specific terms and approval requirements can be reviewed on the company’s website or in-store.
Is same-day pickup or delivery available?
Many items are available for same-day pickup or fast local delivery, depending on inventory and store policies. Customers should confirm availability with the participating store before purchase.
Key Features Chart
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Event period | August 13 – September 7, 2025 |
| Participating locations | Jacksonville (2), Melbourne, Ocala, Orlando (2), Tallahassee |
| Ownership | Reopened under new ownership with updated strategic direction |
| Payment options | Layaway, financing, and new flexible payment solutions |
| Shopping format | Warehouse-style showroom, same-day pickup, fast local delivery |
| Discount application | Applied at register; valid at participating stores only |
| Company background | Founded in 1994; operates about 60 retail locations |
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