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And if you want fine finds to re-do yourself, try Brownstone Antiques and Collectibles in Andersonville, diagonally across from Scout and White Attic. I purchased a load last summer and have re-done almost all the chairs. They were very reasonable.

Nice start, but most of these choices are on the pricey side, doncha think?

One of the best spots on the northside for vintage pieces has to be Edgewater Antique Mall on Broadway (half block south of Devon). Prices are a bit more reasonable (dealers are willing to negotiate) and there's a large, interesting selection of furniture, art and collectible crap. Broadway Antique Mall, 3 blocks south on Broadway is another good spot but it's also kinda overpriced.

For apartment therapy readers in Australia, my favourite vintage store is Vampt Vintage Design in Sydney - Elizabeth Street - check out their website

http://www.vamptvintagedesign.com/

atny can we have a similar list please :)

I love Praha on Lincoln Ave. They have a nice mix of vonyage (usually Czech!) and new and the owners are lovely.

Praha's been featured before:

http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/chicago/north-center/praha-021297

I like Patina a lot, and their prices are pretty reasonable. Edgewater Antique Mall can be pretty good too, but their selection can be hit and miss.

This is hipper than hip! I'm going to Chicago the end of this month, I will have to look them up.

I'll have to try Patina - never been there. I was just at the Ravenswood Antique Mart (on Damen, south of Lawrence) and do NOT recommend them: some nice pieces, but their prices are insanely high.