Wood desks will start at about $100 for a simple, solid-wood writing desk. If you’re willing to compromise and go for a wood/mdf combination, you can find a pretty solid computer desk for $150-$250.

We sifted through Amazon to find the best cheap (but expensive-looking) desks, including mid-century modern, glass, and wood options for desks with shelves, hutches, cubbies, and pullout trays for ...