Nazmiyal Rug Auctions - A great staring point would be the Nazmiyal Rug Auctions because the rugs in our sales are sourced from private estates and we take them in at very low price points. While some rugs may end up selling for prices that are way above the estimates, many will sell at or close to the start price. Learn More About The Nazmiyal Rug AuctionsrnThrift Stores & Consignment Shops- While it is very rare to find a good rug example at a consignment shop or thrift store, the area rugs that are there will probably be very inexpensive to buy.rnOnline Marketplaces - For people who are just looking to buy a cheap rug fast, you will be able to find options online. While they may not be good for the environment, wont be unique and will not be quality pieces you can surly find very cheap rugs on sites like: Amazon, eBay, Overstock, Rugs.com, RugUSA.com and Wayfair.rnFlea Market - Most vendors at flea markets will research what they have before pricing them, so so not go in thinking that you will getting a good example for a fraction of the true value. That said, you may get lucky and luck aside, you should see a lot of cheap options (though mostly commercial grade).