Flegel’s: Yes, it’s moving; no, it’s not going far

“Moving Sale” signs in front of Menlo Park’s 65-year-old downtown furniture store and interior design business, Flegel’s Home Furnishings, have triggered a flurry of concerns sent to The Almanac to find out what’s going on.

Brian Flegel, business manager of the shop at 870 Santa Cruz Ave., spoke with The Almanac Thursday to clear up some questions.

Yes, Flegel’s plans to relocate, he said. He plans to keep the business in Menlo Park, within a mile of its current location, he added.

“I’m all geared up to move,” he said. “We’re going to stay in Menlo Park and still serve the community and clients. Nothing is changing in terms of staff or anything like that.”

The family-owned building has been listed on the market for some time – at least since May – and the owners have now identified a buyer.

“We’re definitely planning to leave the current location,” Flegel said, adding that the family is currently in negotiations over a couple of different Menlo Park locations.

Regardless of where the store moves, it will be in a smaller location, which is why the business is being proactive about shrinking its inventory, he added.

The move could take place as early as the first quarter of next year, he said.