(MENAFN- Send2Press Newswire) DUBLIN, Ohio, Sept. 15, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) - Despite recent reports, American Freight stores remain open across the United States . Pursuant to a purchase agreement and licensing agreement, 60 American Freight locations are open and serving customers daily . This press release is designed to provide accurate information about American Freight, including its background, recent developments, and current operating status.

Photo caption: A look inside an American Freight store.

“American Freight is back and better than ever,” said Michael Jordison, Director, Store & Field Ops at American Freight.“Our stores are stocked with low price furniture, mattresses, and other home essentials. We're ready to provide great service, same-day delivery when available, and financing options to shoppers in our local communities. With us, anyone can afford to furnish their dream home.”

KEY UPDATES

• American Freight stores are open – Customers can confirm their nearest open store at
• 60 locations are open now – There are currently 60 locations which continue to serve customers in their local communities.

WHY THIS MATTERS

American Freight provides affordable furniture, mattresses, and more to families nationwide. Clear, accurate information is important: American Freight is open, operating, and committed to customers.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)

Are American Freight stores open?
Yes. American Freight stores remain open throughout the country.

Is American Freight going out of business?
No. American Freight is not going out of business. Between corporate owned stores and independently owned and operated stores, there are 60 American Freight locations continuing to serve customers today.

Why did some American Freight stores close?
In late 2024, American Freight's parent company, FRG, filed for bankruptcy protection and closed all locations on or before December 31, 2024. In 2025, AF Newco I, LLC purchased the American Freight intellectual property from FRG including the store name, logos, and certain leases and relaunched American Freight in 29 locations. AF Newco I also entered into a Licensing Agreement with a third party which opens an additional 31 licensed operations.

Photo caption: American Freight store associate greeting a customer.

How can I find out if my local American Freight store is open?
Visit to confirm your local store's hours and status.

WHO BOUGHT AMERICAN FREIGHT?

• 1994: American Freight was founded in Lima, Ohio.
• 2019: Franchise Group acquired the American Freight Group.
• 2020: The Sears Outlet Group was acquired by Franchise Group, and its brands were merged under the American Freight name.
• 2020-2024: Franchise Group also acquired other companies, including FFO Home in 2020, which was combined with American Freight.
• 2024: Franchise Group filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, leading to the announcement that all American Freight stores would close.
• 2025: AF Newco I, LLC purchases the American Freight intellectual property from FRG including the store name, logos, and certain leases and relaunches American Freight in 29 stores. AF Newco I also enters into a Licensing Agreement with a third party which opens an additional 31 licensed operations.

WHICH AMERICAN FREIGHT LOCATIONS ARE STILL OPEN?
American Freight locations are open. Customers can check the most up-to-date list of open stores using the store locator or with the list below:

Street	City	State	Store Page
2131 Ross Clark Cir	Dothan*	AL
4600 Co Rd 52	Helena*	AL
2518 N Memorial Pkwy	Huntsville*	AL
2300 McFarland Blvd Suite 4	Northport*	AL
3260 Morrow Rd	Birmingham*	AL
580 Amity Rd	Conway*	AR
8819 Rogers Ave Suite A	Fort Smith*	AR
2839 Race St	Jonesboro*	AR
8661 Old Kings Rd. South Unit 2	East Jacksonville	FL
6024 103rd Street	West Jacksonville	FL
7619 Ellis Rd	Melbourne	FL
1010 S.W. 17th St	Ocala	FL
4116 N. Orange Blossom Trail	Orlando	FL
2193 Viscount Row	Orlando	FL
3170 W. Tharpe St	Tallahassee	FL
1708 Wylds Rd	Augusta	GA
5834 Fairburn Rd	Douglasville*	GA
1075 Cobb Parkway SE	Marietta	GA
1230 Mt. Zion Rd	Morrow	GA
15000 Abercorn St	Savannah	GA
2002 Glenn Park Drive Suite B	Champaign	IL
1291 E Pershing Rd	Decatur*	IL
1502 E Riverside Blvd	Loves Park*	IL
4515 Merchant Rd	Fort Wayne	IN
5750 Kopetsky Dr	Indianapolis*	IN
3333 S Kansas Ave	Topeka*	KS
101 Clay St	Bowling Green	KY
1705 N. Dixie Highway	Elizabethtown	KY
1920 Watterson Trail	Louisville	KY
5749 Preston Hwy	Louisville*	KY
10076 Crossing Wy #530	Denham Springs*	LA
810 S Waverly Rd	Lansing*	MI
28300 Schoolcraft Rd	Livonia	MI
32880 Dequindre Rd	Warren	MI
717 Prior Ave N	St Paul*	MN
2210 Rte 291 Suite B	Independence*	MO
3715 N Belt Hwy	St Joseph*	MO
9801 Page Ave	St. Louis*	MO
1434 E Independence St	Springfield	MO
133 Parsons Ave	Warrensburg*	MO
1467B E Franklin Blvd Unit 1467	Gastonia*	NC
778 Niagara Falls Blvd	North Tonawanda	NY
6224 South Ave	Boardman*	OH
4782 Muhlhauser Rd	West Chester	OH
900 Morse Rd	Columbus	OH
2800 N Springboro Pike	Dayton*	OH
34700 Vine St Suite 200	Eastlake*	OH
445 Midway Blvd	Elyria*	OH
4345 Lincoln Way East	Massillon	OH
2825 W I-240 Service Road	Oklahoma City*	OK
516 West Plank Road Apartment 22	Altoona*	PA
503 Rodi Rd	Pittsburgh	PA
1424 Atlas Rd	Columbia	SC
6242 Perimeter Dr	Chattanooga	TN
309 N Main St	Goodlettsville*	TN
4426 34th St. Suite B	Lubbock	TX
635 Lanark Dr	San Antonio*	TX
451 A Oriana Rd	Newport News*	VA
6359 East Virginia Beach Blvd	Norfolk	VA
6330 Maccorkle Ave	St. Albans	WV

*Independently owned and operated/

Image caption: American Freight logo.

About American Freight

Founded in 1994, American Freight is a leading retail chain committed to providing high-quality furniture and mattresses at affordable prices. With 60 retail locations, American Freight offers a wide selection of items for every room in the home, including living rooms, bedrooms, and dining rooms. Known for its warehouse-style stores, the company empowers customers with convenient payment options, layaway and budget-friendly prices.

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Photo caption: A look inside an American Freight store.

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