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Sweet Livin' Antiques, Art & Records

4.7 ★★★★★ 105 Google reviews · Record store · Antique store

Buys records blues sells turntablescassettes

Music shop carrying LPs, 45s, and 78s plus CDs, audio equipment, and a selection of antiques.

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1565 S Gilbert St B
Iowa City, IA 52240

(319) 337-5015

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Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 11 AM–4 PM
Thursday 11 AM–4 PM
Friday 11 AM–4 PM
Saturday 11 AM–4 PM
Sunday Closed

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What's in the crates

The genres crate-diggers actually call out in reviews of Sweet Livin' Antiques, Art & Records — not self-reported, earned.

🎺 blues 3 mentions

“I have been to many states looking for vinyl and i have never seen so many blues and soul records in one area like this that it was just ridiculous and unheard of.”

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What collectors say again and again

The things reviewers keep bringing up across 105 Google reviews — in their own words.

🔊 sells turntables 4 mentions

“Receiver Revox B285 Speakers Magnepan MG1 Turntable Technics SL-D20 for my son Great customer service and very friendly.”

📼 cassettes 3 mentions

“Extraordinary shop, great selection of cassette tapes, record players, tape decks, typewriters, and fun vintage stuff.”

What customers say

Off the beaten path, but they have an outstanding selection and it's organized well. Very easy to lose time sifting through original pressings and somehow find yourself picking up twice as much (or more) than you intended. Paul will gladly play any vinyl for you if you have questions regarding quality.

★★★★★ — Brian, 2022-01

If you love records this is the place to go. Also, if you are looking for vintage stereo equipment he has lots to choose from. Not only is Paul the owner a sweet and terrific person, he is very knowledgeable and willing to help his customers find what they want, and leave totally satisfied with their purchase.

★★★★★ — Kevin, 2021-02

Sweet livin is the definition of a hidden gem. This place is filled to the brim with copious amounts of records, cds, cassettes, and assorted pins and trinkets. The owner is very charismatic, and the cash only business model is refreshing in a sea of cashless, pretentious businesses.

★★★★★ — Bodie, 2024-03

One of the best antique shops I've been to, and I've been all over the state of Iowa. Great experience every time. Paul is just the nicest guy and has been very helpful each time I've gone in. Great selection of vinyl, beautiful African art, old pictures and postcards, antique furniture, stained glass windows...

★★★★★ — Kaitlyn, 2018-07

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