The right sofa can make or break your family's favorite gathering space. Whether you want the room to be comfy enough for Netflix binge sessions or design-chic enough to show off your style during playdates, picking the perfect one can take some time — and, well, a big, fat chunk of change.
We scoured tons of our favorite stores in search of the cutest couches with the most petite price tags — and what we've found are nine mighty foxy sofas under $500 each. Seriously, check out these fabulous finds.
Images (clockwise from top left) via amazon.com; overstock.com; target.com; walmart.com
Trendy & Teal
Yes, please, on this hip and cool 9 By Novogratz Vintage Linen Mix Futon in Teal ($399, walmart.com). This color is EVERYTHING. Throw down a jute rug, put up some black-and-white prints, and call it a day. Your favorite room is done — what a steal!
Bold Black
The Serta Montrose Convertible Sofa in Black ($429.99, bedbathandbeyond.com) is a chic-looking yet versatile pick for any room that serves many functions. Convert it from sofa to lounger to bed as needed. The rich black color and clean, modern design make it a great foundation piece.
Plain & Practical
Uncomplicated and utilitarian — that pretty much sums up the easygoing Porter Kayleigh Contemporary Click Back Sofa Sleeper Bed in Brown ($451.99, overstock.com). It's a simple sofa that also folds into a sofa bed. Here's a sitter you can depend on!
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Nice & Neutral
If you like to use colorful accessories to express your personal style, this HomeSullivan Peat Microfiber Sofa in Beige ($444, homedepot.com) is perfect for you. The neutral color goes with everything, no matter how often you change out your lamps and throw pillows. Plus, its soft microfiber is easy to clean, making it a good choice for kid zones.
Tufted & Textural
Say hello to the stunning Divano Roma Classic Scroll Arm Tufted Button Chesterfield Sofa in Rust ($470.50, amazon.com). Don't let her richly hued color or luxurious linen upholstery fool you. She's as affordable as she is fabulous. Be prepared for your guests to ask before sitting. Every. Single. Time.
Wowser White
Are you that gutsy mom who dares to do white? Yeah, you are. And this TRIBECCA HOME Uptown Modern Sofa in White Linen ($494.99, overstock.com) was made for you and your bold sense of style. Modern and stunning, just like you, you mad woman you …
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Faux Leather & Lovely
Boasting clean lines, wooden legs, and timeless style, this Baxton Studio Mid-Century Masterpieces Sofa in Brown ($496.99, target.com) is old made new again — just like your family room will be with this lovely brown faux leather sofa as its centerpiece. A gorgeous price tag, too!
Ravishing Red
We can see it now: You, curled up on your comfy and stylish EKTORP Sofa in Idemo Red ($499, ikea.com), reading a delicious novel of epic proportions. (The kids? Oh, they're napping. So hard.) The sofa cover is removable … and machine washable. Can we get a cup of tea and a hallelujah?
Grand & Gorgeous
With its button-tufted back and rounded arms, the StarSun Depot Earl Fabric Sofa in Gray ($499.48, amazon.com) is poised with style and an air of handsome sophistication. No one will ever believe this sofa cost you less than $500.
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