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Two Histories. One Future.

Though founded separately, Levin Furniture and John V. Schultz were built on the same values: exceptional service, quality products, and a commitment to their communities.

  • Black and white photograph of a historic storefront for Sam Levin Furniture Co., with large window display windows, a street sidewalk, and a pedestrian visible in the lower right.

    Levin Furniture & Mattress

    Founded by Sam and Jessie Levin in 1920, what began as a single storefront in Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania grew into one of the region's leading home furnishings retailers. The company remained family-owned for generations under third-generation owner Robert Levin until his retirement in 2017.

  • Black and white storefront photograph of John V. Schultz Co.

    John V. Schultz Furniture & Mattress

    Founded in Erie, Pennsylvania in 1940, John V. Schultz Furniture expanded under family leadership for generations. Over the decades, the Schultz family grew the business while also opening several Ashley Furniture stores across the region.
  • A vintage black and white family portrait showing four people: an older man on the right, a younger man on the left holding a baby, a young boy in the center, and an older man seated next to them against a plain light background.
  • A black and white photograph of a man with arms outstretched, smiling and celebrating in a crowd of people inside a large warehouse.
  • A vintage black and white photograph of a man in a dark suit and tie sitting at a desk surrounded by papers.
  • A scanned vintage newspaper page with a black-and-white photo of three men in a large empty store
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Moving Forward Together

Levin faced its greatest challenge in 2020 when Art Van Furniture, which had acquired the company following Robert Levin's retirement, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Stores closed, employees were displaced, and thousands of customers were left with undelivered orders and deposits. Determined to preserve the brand, Robert Levin partnered with Matt and John Schultz to reacquire and relaunch the business, uniting the Levin and John V. Schultz brands. Together, they restored customer confidence, protected hundreds of jobs, and preserved a century-old legacy.

Who We Are Today

Levin Furniture and John V. Schultz continue to honor their heritage while embracing innovation, investing in their associates, and strengthening the communities they proudly serve.

  • 30+

    PA & OH Store Locations

  • 6+

    Ashley Store Locations

  • 1,000+

    Associates Employed

  • 100%

    Privately Owned & Family-Led
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Rooted in Community

Giving back has always been central to the company's culture. Through partnerships with children's hospitals, food banks, and local charities, Levin and John V. Schultz proudly support the communities that have supported them for generations.

An aerial view of a large industrial warehouse with a dark metal roof covered in solar panels, loading dock bays with semi-trucks, and a parking lot on the right.

Building a More Sustainable Future

Levin Furniture and John V. Schultz are committed to building a more sustainable future through environmentally responsible operations. A large-scale solar array supplies approximately 70% of the annual electricity used by the distribution center, while Styrofoam densification equipment and expanded recycling initiatives help reduce waste and improve operational efficiency.