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How to get rid of furniture in St. Paul, MN
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Quick answer
Label the furniture "bulky" and set it next to (not against) your garbage cart by 6 AM on your collection day. A truck picks it up within two business days. 12 items per cart per year are included, then $30 plus tax each.
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- Curbside
- Yes. Couches, tables, chairs, dressers and other furniture are bulky items, and since July 1, 2026 you don't need to schedule them.
- How to prepare
- Set it next to your garbage cart (not leaning on it) and label it "bulky." Each sectional piece counts as one item, a sleeper couch counts as two, and four kitchen chairs count as one. Break down oversized items so they fit in a garbage truck. Mattresses and metal bed frames go through the free Second Chance Recycling program instead.
- Cost / limits
- 12 bulky items per garbage cart per year are included in your garbage service (for 1–4 unit homes and properties that opted in). Each extra item is $30 plus tax. A bulky item is about 1 cubic yard (3 x 3 x 3 ft).
- Appointment
- No, since July 1, 2026. Put it out by 6 AM on your regular collection day, and a truck comes back for it within two business days. If you're on every-other-week service, set it out on your pickup week only. You only need to schedule if you want it picked up from a different spot (651-266-6101).
- Drop-off
- The City doesn't offer a bulky drop-off. Buildings with 5+ units aren't in City service, so ask your landlord or private hauler.
- Tip
- Anything within 10 ft of your garbage cart may be collected and counted toward your limit. Questions: [email protected] or 651-266-6101.
Official source: www.stpaul.gov
Helpful supplies
- Furniture dolly — Helps move a couch or dresser to the curb without lifting it the whole way.
- Moving straps — Spreads the weight of large furniture across two people.
FAQ
How do I get rid of furniture or a couch in St. Paul?
Label the furniture "bulky" and set it next to (not against) your garbage cart by 6 AM on your collection day. A truck picks it up within two business days. 12 items per cart per year are included, then $30 plus tax each.
Is there curbside pickup for furniture in St. Paul?
Yes. Couches, tables, chairs, dressers and other furniture are bulky items, and since July 1, 2026 you don't need to schedule them.
How much does it cost, and are there limits?
12 bulky items per garbage cart per year are included in your garbage service (for 1–4 unit homes and properties that opted in). Each extra item is $30 plus tax. A bulky item is about 1 cubic yard (3 x 3 x 3 ft).
Do I need an appointment in St. Paul?
No, since July 1, 2026. Put it out by 6 AM on your regular collection day, and a truck comes back for it within two business days. If you're on every-other-week service, set it out on your pickup week only. You only need to schedule if you want it picked up from a different spot (651-266-6101).
Where can I drop off furniture in St. Paul?
The City doesn't offer a bulky drop-off. Buildings with 5+ units aren't in City service, so ask your landlord or private hauler.
Any other tips for getting rid of furniture in St. Paul?
Anything within 10 ft of your garbage cart may be collected and counted toward your limit. Questions: [email protected] or 651-266-6101.