Second Hand Records | We Buy Records Chicago

Chicago has always been a city of music lovers and collectors — and that includes second-hand vinyl. At We Buy Records Chicago, we focus on finding, preserving, and paying fair prices for second hand records with real musical and collector value. We’re not resellers chasing quick flips — we’re lifelong DJs and record collectors who know what’s worth keeping.

Sell Your Second Hand Vinyl in Chicago

We buy clean collections of rock, jazz, funk, R&B, disco, soul, punk, metal, and rap — including LPs, 45s, and 12-inch singles from the 1960s through the early 2000s. We typically don’t buy country, easy listening, classical, opera, or children’s records.

Bring your records to our Chicago shop — open 10 AM–2 PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays — or schedule a house call anywhere in the Chicagoland area, Northwest Indiana, or Southwest Michigan. You’ll get an honest cash offer from real collectors, not a pawn shop.

Buyers Who Care About the Music

When we buy second hand records, we’re not just filling bins — we’re preserving Chicago’s musical history. From rare private-press funk and jazz to early punk and rap singles, we value collections that reflect the city’s sound. Learn more about what we look for.

If you have 45s or smaller lots to sell, visit our We Buy 45s page. For full LP collections, see Used Records Chicago.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of second hand records do you buy?

We buy clean, collectible records — rock, funk, jazz, soul, punk, disco, metal, and rap. We skip country, classical, opera, and children’s records.

Do you sell second hand records too?

Our Chicago shop is primarily for buying, but we do offer a limited selection of rare and collectible titles during open hours.

Can you travel for large second hand vinyl collections?

Yes. We make house calls throughout Chicago, Northwest Indiana, and Southwest Michigan for larger or estate collections.

How do I get an offer?

Text photos of your collection to (630) 544-9733 or use our contact form. We’ll reply quickly with next steps.

Explore More from We Buy Records Chicago

Learn more about how we buy, value, and collect used and second-hand vinyl across Chicago, Northwest Indiana, and Southwest Michigan.

💿 Used Records — Sell LPs, 45s, and 12-inch vinyl directly to real collectors in the Chicago area.
🔁 Second Hand Records — Discover how we evaluate and buy Chicago’s best second-hand vinyl collections.
🎷 Who Buys Old Records — Learn what kinds of old records still have collector or resale value.
🎵 We Buy 45s — We specialize in rare soul, funk, and R&B 45rpm singles from the 1960s–80s.
⭐ Seller Reviews — Read feedback from real record sellers who’ve worked with We Buy Records Chicago.