Sell Your Broken Phone in Chicago for Cash
2A Electronics buys broken phones in Chicago — cracked screens, water damage, dead batteries, no power. Walk into our Irving Park store for an instant cash offer.
A broken phone is not worthless — even if it does not turn on. 2A Electronics buys broken iPhones, broken Samsungs, broken Pixels, and broken laptops every day for cash. Cracked screen, water damage, dead battery, motherboard failure — we want it. The price depends on the model and the type of damage, but every functional iPhone or Samsung has at least $50 in parts value.
2,000+
Devices repaired
10+
Years in Chicago
5.0
Google rating
Same-day
Service available
Four easy ways to get your device fixed
Walk in, schedule online, mail it in, or have us pick it up. Whatever works best for your day — we'll meet you there.
Pickup & delivery
We come to you within Chicago for select repairs. Ask us for details.
Request PickupWhat to expect from Chicago for Cash experts
Three things you can count on every time you bring your device to 2A Electronics.
Convenience
Walk in, schedule online, or mail it in — most repairs are done while you wait, often in under an hour.
Speed
Same-day service on screens, batteries, and most common issues. Free diagnostics on every device.
Peace of mind
Quality parts, certified technicians, and a 1-month warranty on every repair we complete.
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Step inside our Irving Park shop on Google to see the workbenches, certified parts inventory, and customer lounge.
View on Google BusinessThe brands you trust, repaired by experts
We service all major manufacturers using high-quality parts and manufacturer-trained methods.
Apple
Independent Repair Provider
Samsung
Galaxy & Note specialists
Pixel & Nexus repair
Microsoft
Surface & Xbox repair
Apple®, Samsung Galaxy®, Google Pixel®, and Microsoft Surface® are trademarks of their respective owners. 2A Electronics Service is an independent repair shop and is not affiliated with these manufacturers.
Broken Phones We Buy
Cracked screens, shattered back glass, water damaged phones (rice bowl survivors and otherwise), dead batteries, swollen batteries, charging port failures, broken cameras, broken speakers, broken Face ID / fingerprint sensors, no-boot phones, software bricked phones, and phones with motherboard issues.
Broken Phone Pricing Examples
| Service | Time | Price |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone 16 Pro (cracked screen) | Powers on | $400-$650 |
| iPhone 15 (water damaged, boots) | Boots up | $200-$350 |
| iPhone 14 (does not turn on) | For parts | $100-$200 |
| iPhone 13 (cracked back glass) | Excellent inside | $200-$300 |
| Samsung S24 (cracked screen) | Powers on | $200-$400 |
| Samsung S23 (does not turn on) | For parts | $75-$150 |
| Pixel 8 (cracked screen) | Powers on | $150-$300 |
| Pixel 7 (water damaged) | Powers on | $100-$200 |
How Broken Phone Buyback Works
- 1Walk into our Chicago store at 4859 W Irving Park Rd
- 2No need to back up — we cannot read locked / damaged data
- 3Sign out of iCloud / Google before bringing the phone if possible
- 4Free 5-minute damage assessment
- 5Instant offer with detailed breakdown of what works / does not
- 6Cash on the spot if you accept
Why Broken Phones Have Value
Inside every broken iPhone is a working motherboard, RAM, NAND storage, cameras, and frame. Even if the screen is shattered and the battery is dead, the logic board alone can be worth $100-$300 in the parts market. We refurbish what we can and recycle the rest responsibly through certified e-waste partners.
Service area
Chicago broken-phone sellers visit from every neighborhood — Irving Park, Albany Park, Portage Park, Logan Square, Avondale, Lincoln Square, Lakeview, Wicker Park, Bucktown, Lincoln Park, Norridge, Elmwood Park, Skokie, Evanston, and Park Ridge.
What Our Customers Say
Mike R.
Irving Park
Best phone repair in Chicago! Fixed my iPhone 15 Pro screen in 30 minutes. Great price and professional service. Will definitely come back.
Sarah L.
Logan Square
Sold my old MacBook Pro here and got a very fair price. The whole process took less than 15 minutes. Super easy and transparent.
Carlos M.
Avondale
My Samsung Galaxy had water damage and other shops said it was done for. 2A Electronics saved it! Data and everything recovered. Highly recommend.
Jessica W.
Portage Park
Fixed my iPhone charging port while I waited. Professional, friendly, and way cheaper than the Apple Store. Found my new go-to repair shop.
Where the 2A community lives
Live repair tear-downs, before/after rescues, customer wins — follow whichever feed you live on.
Your questions, answered
Common questions from Chicago for Cash customers about repairs, warranty, and pricing.
Do you really buy phones that do not turn on?
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Directions to 2A Electronics from Chicago for Cash
We're located at 4859 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60641, right on Irving Park Road. Here's how to find us from the most common routes around Chicago for Cash and the Northwest Side of Chicago.
Coming from the East / Downtown
From I-90/94 W (Kennedy Expressway), take Exit 47A for Fullerton Ave toward Western. Stay in the right lane and head west on Fullerton, then turn right onto Pulaski Rd. Continue north to Irving Park Rd, then turn west. We're on the south side of Irving Park between Cicero and Lavergne. Free street parking is available.
Coming from the North / Suburbs
From I-94 E, take Exit 45A for Addison St. Turn right on Addison, then sharp left onto Avondale Ave. Continue onto Central Park Ave, then turn right onto Irving Park Rd. We're on the right just past Cicero. Look for the 2A Electronics Service sign.
By CTA / Public transit
Take the CTA Blue Line to the Irving Park stop and transfer to the #80 Irving Park bus going west — we're about 12 minutes from the station. The #54 Cicero and #53 Pulaski buses also drop you within a few minutes' walk.
Coming from Chicago for Cash
From Chicago for Cash, head toward Irving Park Road and continue west to 4859 W Irving Park Rd. Most Chicago for Cash customers reach us in 10 minutes or less. Free street parking is right out front.
Open in Google Maps2A Electronics in Chicago for Cash
Tired of staring at a busted laptop or cracked phone screen? Need a quick repair near Chicago for Cash? Come to 2A Electronics. We're pros at all kinds of fixes — including iPhone screen repair, Samsung Galaxy repair, Google Pixel repair, MacBook screen replacement, and a long list of other tech headaches. At our shop on Irving Park Road, you'll be greeted by a team of highly trained experts ready to assist with whatever issue you're having with your broken technology. We also offer a free diagnostic exam, completed right away when you come in.
Sell your phone, laptop, and electronics in Chicago for Cash
Although cell phone buybacks are probably the most-requested service at 2A Electronics, we're actually equipped to handle just about every kind of consumer tech. Looking for a phone repair near Chicago for Cash? Cracked your iPhone screen during this morning's workout? Apps keep crashing on your Pixel? Xbox not turning on anymore? Our Chicago for Cash-area experts can easily help with all of these electronics issues. Stop in today to get your complimentary estimate and diagnostic. We're confident you'll find the best electronics buyer in Chicago for Cash at 2A Electronics.
Premium parts and quality care
2A Electronics uses high-quality parts that meet or exceed original-manufacturer specifications. Whether you bring us a Pixel from Google, a Galaxy from Samsung, or an iPhone from Apple, every component we install is premium grade — and every repair comes with a 1-month parts-and-labor warranty. We're confident we offer dependable repairs you can count on… and ones that will last long after your repair is complete and you're reunited with your working device. Because we love what we do, and we never give anything less than our best.
Electronics repair in Chicago for Cash
Our shop is best known for cell phone repairs, but actually our technicians can fix almost any kind of electronics. We handle every type of computer repair near Chicago for Cash — including laptops, Chromebooks, and MacBooks. We're also thoroughly trained in smartphone repair as well as iPad, tablet, and console repair for the PS5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch. Our team can fix it all, and we'll always have your back. No one likes hunting down a new repair shop for every electronic they own — save yourself the trouble. At 2A Electronics, we're a one-stop-shop for electronics repair of all kinds.
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2A Electronics Service
4859 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60641
Why Choose 2A Electronics
Quality Guaranteed
Parts & labor guaranteed
Certified Techs
Trained & experienced
OEM-Quality Parts
Premium replacements
Same-Day Service
Most repairs < 1 hour
Price Match
We'll beat competitors
2,000+ Happy Customers
5.0 Google rating
Best Price Guarantee
We guarantee the best price for your used device. If you find a better offer from a local buyer, show us the quote and we will match or beat it. No hidden fees, no deductions — honest pricing every time.
Repair, Don't Replace - Save the Planet
Every device repaired is one less in a landfill. Repairing your phone extends its life by 2-3 years, preventing up to 70kg of CO2 emissions from manufacturing a new device. At 2A Electronics, we are committed to reducing e-waste one repair at a time.
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Device Valuation Specialist
Sarah Chen leads the device buyback program at 2A Electronics. With 6 years in the electronics resale industry, she ensures every customer gets a fair, transparent quote. Sarah stays current with market pricing for thousands of device models to provide the best trade-in values in Chicago.
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