We Buy Records Chicago — Direct Local Record Buyers
Direct local cash buyers · No consignment · No retail trade-ins
We buy full vinyl record collections directly from sellers — including estates, inherited libraries, and downsizing situations. Larger collections qualify for house calls across Chicagoland & Illinois; smaller groups can be dropped off at our Westchester shop. We purchase collections outright for cash — not store credit or online listings.
Searching for who buys records near you — or ready to sell your record collection in Chicago? You’ve found a direct local buyer.
No shipping · No marketplaces · House calls available 7 days a week
Who Buys Vinyl Records in Chicago?
We Buy Records Chicago is a direct local buyer operated by Brian and Andy out of our Westchester shop. We purchase vinyl LPs, 45s, record albums, and full collections throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.
Whether you’re selling a few boxes or an entire estate collection, we provide fast evaluations, fair cash offers, house calls for larger collections, and simple in-store drop-offs. No marketplaces, no middlemen — just experienced collectors paying cash locally.
Located outside Chicago? We buy record collections across the entire state of Illinois. For statewide service areas and sellers searching for who buys records near me in Illinois, visit our Illinois record buyers page .
Why Sellers Across Illinois Choose We Buy Records
- • Direct cash buyer — no consignment, no resale platforms
- • House calls available across Chicagoland & statewide Illinois
- • 5-star seller reviews from estate & downsizing clients
- • Same-day evaluations with clear, straightforward offers
- • Established Westchester location — not an online broker
Have a large or inherited record collection?
We specialize in buying entire vinyl collections in Chicago — including estate, downsizing,
and pre-estate situations.
Learn how we handle collections →
How Selling Your Records Works (Chicago & Suburbs)
Step 1 — Reach out.
Call or text Brian with a rough record count and the styles of music you have.
Step 2 — Quick review.
If needed, send a few photos of spines or covers so we can confirm what you’ve got.
Step 3 — House call or drop-off.
Large collections qualify for house calls anywhere in Chicagoland; smaller lots can be brought to our Westchester shop.
Step 4 — On-the-spot offer.
We go through everything by hand and make a fair cash offer — no pressure, no obligation.
A quick note about record scanner apps
Many sellers now use AI “record scanner” apps that assign dollar values to records. Unfortunately, these apps often inflate prices, ignore condition and demand, and confuse listings with real buyers — especially for easy listening LPs and common hit 45s.
Read why these apps are causing problems for sellers (and stores)
Areas We Serve for Vinyl Record Buying
We Buy Records Chicago purchases vinyl record collections throughout Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and across the Midwest. Larger collections may qualify for house calls, while smaller collections can be dropped off at our Westchester store.
Start with your state:
North Shore Corridor
Evanston • Skokie • Highland Park • Lake Forest
Western Suburbs
Oak Park • Elmhurst • Naperville • Aurora
South & Southwest Suburbs
Orland Park • Joliet • Calumet City
Chicago Neighborhoods
Wicker Park • Lincoln Park • Logan Square • Hyde Park • Pilsen
📍 Visit our physical store in Westchester, IL — open to the public Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am to 2pm. We also buy records by appointment across the greater Chicago area and state of IL seven days a week!
Buying Appointments Available Daily
9:00am – 9:00pm · 7 Days a Week
Retail shop open Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00am – 2:00pm
What We Buy & How the Process Works
We buy vinyl record collections of every size — from a few dozen albums to full estate libraries, DJ crates, and decades-old personal collections. Whether you have classic rock LPs, rare soul 45s, jazz, metal, gospel, or mixed genres, we review everything by hand and pay fair cash offers.
Curious about the best way to sell your records — drop-off or house call? Our step-by-step guide explains the whole process, what to expect, and how to get the fastest quote.
How to Sell Your Vinyl Records →
Not sure what your records might be worth? We break down the factors that affect value — rarity, demand, condition, pressing variations, and genre trends across the Chicago market.
If you’re looking for fast cash for your LPs and 45s, we offer same-day evaluations and on-the-spot payment across Chicago, the suburbs, Illinois, NW Indiana, and SW Michigan.
Want a quick overview before reaching out? Our Chicago-specific selling guide covers house calls, drop-offs, what we pay the most for, and how to get the fastest quote.
Ready to Sell Your Vinyl Records in Chicago?
We make it fast and easy — house calls anywhere in Chicago, the suburbs, all of Illinois, NW Indiana & SW Michigan. We’re available 9am–9pm daily for buying appointments — reach out when it’s convenient for you.
FAQs About Selling Records in Chicago
Who buys vinyl records in Chicago?
We Buy Records Chicago purchases LPs, 45s, DJ crates, and full collections, with house calls
available throughout Chicago, the suburbs, NW Indiana, and SW Michigan.
How do I get a quote for my records?
Call or text Brian with your zip code, an approximate record count, and a few photos —
we typically provide same-day evaluations.