Price range for retail seems to be $100-250 for IKEA stuff that will fall apart in 3 years, or $1,000+ for something better. Is there nothing in between? Would prefer to buy new with risk of bed bugs or other contaminants but open to other options if I’m missing something.
Thrift shops and used furniture stores. Buying a quality piece of furniture second-hand is the only way to get it for a good price.