Target — Local services in Iowa City

Target first impressions, from an IC local. The pros/meets expectations: -comparable or competitive with CVS (all the way down to vibrators) -competative selection in almost every non-food item to other chain stores This is taking accessibility into account (I cannot select a Walmart razor brand if I don't wanna walk through the store, ja feel??) The two story layout is excellent in that way. -not a ton of produce, which means they aren't taking from the co-op, bread garden, local business nos. -Fully accessible by all bus routes, IC and Cambus. Game changer. -they got SNACKS and snack sized foods galore.

The cons: -Downtown locale means mark up is HIGH. I spent $31 for five items, wants and needs! Oof. This will level out hopefully. -Not competitive or even comparable groceries. This Target is for suburbanite students. Budget-conscious-townie still needs Aldi. This will likely not change and I accept that lol. -Is there an elevator?? Why not?? That's a violation of ADA, muh dudes. -Just because I can get there easily/fast does not mean I can get home fast (looking at you, IC transit).

I was fully thrilled to have this store open and I still am!!! 2020 has a bright spot...

The location and convenience of this Target location makes it a prime spot for both students and local residents. However, I’m intensely disappointed by the deliberate predatory pricing at this store. The Target in Coralville is less than 5 miles away yet offers prices up to 20% less than its Iowa City counterpart. They sell the same items, have the same shipping zone, and are in the same geographic location. This type of pricing model disproportionately affects students, people who do not own a car or are unable to drive, and those who work downtown. It’s really embarrassing that Target would blatantly flaunt its greed by taking advantage of people so openly.

I took a photo of just one example of the exact same product online (with my store location set to Coralville) vs. in-person at the Iowa City location. Another photo shows the “sale” price being even higher than the price on the shelf.

Many people have been lamenting the increase in groceries and basic items which has stretched everyone’s budget. Target is consistently adding to our financial burdens just to add to...

The store is immaculate. The vibes are impeccable. Thou shall walk in and immediately feel the positive energy soaring through their veins. Outstanding music pours into my heart: Tunes composed by Beethoven in his own grave and composed by the greatest bands of the century. How dare thy give this place anything below five stars. One thousand years of banishment for those who give this place anything other than...