Ann Arbor is home to tons of local and big-box stores, but its thrift shops are the true hidden gems. Thrifting saves new and gently used goods from landfills and often directly supports the community it serves.
For students, thrifting is a affordable and sustainable way to enhance your wardrobe. If you’re a fan of unique finds at a low cost, here is a list of second-hand stores near Ann Arbor.
Ann Arbor PTO Thrift + Showroom
Thurs-Sun 10am-6pm
Parking? Yes
Accepts donations? Yes, Wed 10am-4pm, Fri-Sat 10am-5pm
This non-profit boasts an impressive furniture and book section. They also sell clothes, home goods and craft supplies. A showroom next door hosts unique and higher-end items like postcards, purses and costumes.
The PTO Thrift’s profits support Ann Arbor Public Schools’ PTO, clubs and sports teams.
Ann Arbor Thrift Shop
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 10am-4pm, Saturday 10am-1pm
Parking? Yes
Accepting donations? Yes, same as shopping hours
Shop clothing, antiques and books at the non-profit nestled on busy Washtenaw Ave. Ran completely by an all-female volunteer staff, the Ann Arbor Thrift Shop donates its profits to various community grants and emergency assistance to residents in need.
Ann Arbor Salvation Army
Monday- Saturday 9am-9pm
Parking? Yes
Accepting donations? Yes, Monday – Saturday 10am-7pm
The S. State Street Salvation Army is one of the largest thrift stores in Ann Arbor. They host extensive clothing, furniture, electronics and miscellaneous household goods.
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Diggers
Monday- Saturday 11am-7pm, Sunday 11am-6pm
Parking? Yes, metered lot and street parking
Accepting donations? No
Physical media is not dead at Diggers. They sell books, DVDs, CDs and more for $1.50 each. Located in the basement of Kerrytown Shops, their mission is to save media from landfills.
Friends of The ShareHouse
Monday-Friday 10am-6pm Saturday 9am-5pm
Parking? Yes, small parking lot and street parking
Accepting Donations? Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, Saturday 9am-4pm
The ShareHouse hosts knick-knacks, furniture, and endless racks of clothes and shoes. Everything is priced at checkout, and there are deals for buying in bulk.
Kiwanis Thrift
Friday, 9am-1pm, Saturday 9am-3pm
Parking? Yes
Accepting Donations? Yes, Saturday 9am-12pm
While only open for a small window, the Kiwanis Thrift often has a line outside before opening. Their selection is vast and their prices are low. Aisles of office supplies and rows of furniture, they even have a whole room dedicated to sports and exercise gear.
The store wouldn’t be possible without volunteers and Kiwanis members. All profits go toward community support through the Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor Foundation.
SCRAP Creative Reuse
Sunday-Monday 12- 5pm, Tuesday-Saturday 10am-6pm
Parking? Yes
Accepting Donations? Yes, Thursday 11am- 4pm
Any and all craft needs can be found here. From fabric, stickers, vintage magazines and picture frames, they have everything you could need for your next craft project at a modest price. They strive to make crafting accessible through low prices and educational programs for students.
Nu2U Again
Monday-Friday 11am-6pm, Saturday 12-5pm
Parking? Yes
Accepting donations? Yes, Monday- Friday 11am-5:30pm, Saturday 12- 4:30pm
A Saline native non-profit, Nu2U Again sells clothes, home goods and furniture. They prioritize employing people with disabilities to foster independence. Nu2U Again partners with local organizations, giving financial support and hosting its own programs.
The Thrift Depot
Tuesday 12 PM-7 PM, Wednesday 10am-5pm, Friday 10am-7pm, Saturday 10am-1pm
Parking? Yes
Accepting Donations? Yes, same as shopping hours
Ypsilanti’s Thrift Depot sells an array of household goods, clothes and shoes. A shelf by the register hosts a “FREE ESSENTIALS” sign with hygiene kits and food as a part of their efforts to support Ypsilanti’s homeless and struggling folks.
Value World
Monday- Saturday 10am-9pm, Sunday 12-6pm
Parking? Yes
Accepting donations? No
Value World offers a huge selection of men’s, women’s and plus-sized clothing, on top of wall art, household goods, and electronics. It is not donation-based; instead, they buy inventory from recycling centers and retailers to fill out their stores.
