Thrift and resale shops are a great option whether you’re hunting for a bargain, aiming for sustainability, or a bit of both. By choosing to shop secondhand, you’re not only keeping high-quality items out of landfills but also discovering unique pieces that “big box” stores simply can’t match.
Thrifting in Ann Arbor is more than just a hunt for a good bargain; it’s a powerful way to embrace a sustainable lifestyle while supporting our local community. Whether you are a parent looking to keep up with a toddler’s ever-changing shoe size or a vintage enthusiast seeking a one-of-a-kind find, our city’s resale scene offers a treasure trove of possibilities. By choosing to shop secondhand, you’re not only keeping high-quality items out of landfills but also discovering unique pieces that “big box” stores simply can’t match. As a perfect complement to our annual Mom2Mom Sale Guide, this list explores the best curated consignment shops and non-profit thrift stores that make Ann Arbor a premier destination for eco-conscious families.
Thrift Shops near Ann Arbor
- Ann Arbor Thrift Shops
- Ann Arbor PTO Thrift Shop – 2280 S. Industrial Ave, Ann Arbor 48104
- Tuesdays-Sundays – 10a-6p
- Ann Arbor Thrift Shop – 3500 Washtenaw Ave, Suite K, Ann Arbor 48104
- Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays: 10a-4p
- Saturdays: 10a-1p
- Kiwanis Thrift Sale – 100 N. Stabler Rd, Suite C, Ann Arbor, 48103
- Fridays: 9a-1p
- Saturdays: 9a-3p
- Salvation Army – 1621 S State St
- Mondays-Saturdays: 9a-9p
- Share House – 5161 Jackson Rd, Ann Arbor
- Mondays-Fridays: 10a-6p
- Saturdays: 9a-5p
- Ann Arbor PTO Thrift Shop – 2280 S. Industrial Ave, Ann Arbor 48104
- Saline Thrift Shops
- Goodwill – 423 E. Michigan Ave, Saline 48176
- Mondays-Saturdays: 9a-8p
- Sundays; 10a-6p
- Nu2U Again – 1311 E. Michigan Ave, Saline 48176
- Mondays-Fridays: 11a-6p
- Saturdays: noon-5p
- Goodwill – 423 E. Michigan Ave, Saline 48176
- Ypsilanti Thrift Shops
- Goodwill – 3782 Carpenter Rd, Ypsilanti 48197
- Mondays-Saturdays: 10a-8p
- Sundays: noon-6p
- Nu2U Again – 3140 Carpenter Rd, Ypsilanti 48197
- Mondays-Thursdays: 11a-6p
- Thrift Depot – 19 E. Cross St, Ypsilanti 48197
- Tuesdays: noon-7p
- Wednesdays: 10a-5p
- Fridays: 10a-7p
- Saturdays: 10a-1p
- Value World – 1410 E. Michigan Ave, Ypsilanti 48198
- Mondays-Saturdays: 10a-9p
- Sundays: noon-6p
- Ypsilanti Thrift Shop – 14 S. Washington St, Ypsilanti 48197
- Mondays & Fridays; 1-4p
- Tuesdays-Thursdays: 10a-4p
- Saturdays: 11a-5p
- Goodwill – 3782 Carpenter Rd, Ypsilanti 48197
Specialty Thrift Shops near Ann Arbor
The Thrift Shops below specialize in niche markets. I love SCRAP for supplies for school projects. My daughter also had success at Habitat for Humanity ReStore to furnish her apartment.
- The Brides Project – Wedding gowns
- 1677 Plymouth Rd, Ann Arbor 48105
- By Appointment. Limited Walk-In Hours
- Diggers – Physical Media – books, movies, music
- 410 N. 4th St, Ann Arbor (basement of Kerrytown Shops below Spun)
- Mondays-Saturdays: 11a-7p
- Sundays: 11a-6p
- Habitat for Humanity ReStore – Home Furnishings & Building Items
- 6241 Jackson Rd, Ann Arbor 48103
- Tuesdays-Saturdays: 10a-6p
- SCRAP Creative Reuse – Craft Supplies
- 4567 Washtenaw Avenue, Ann Arbor 48108
- Daily: 11a-6p
- Westside Furniture Consignment Emporium – Upscale Furniture, Art, Jewerly
- 283 S Zeeb Rd, Ann Arbor 48103
- Mondays-Saturdays: 10a-6p
Sundays: noon-5p
Resale & Consignment Stores in Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor used to have several options for resale that were great options both for shopping and to sell your child’s clothing after they had outgrown it. Currently, the only option is Once Upon a Child.
- Nuuyuu – Consignment Booths – They accept men’s, women’s, & children’s clothing
- 407 N. 5th Ave. Ann Arbor – 2nd Floor of Kerrytown Shops
- Mondays-Fridays: 10a-6p
- Saturdays: 9a-6p
- Sundays: 11a-5p
- Once Upon a Child – New & Used Children’s Clothing, Toys, Baby Gear, & Similar Items
- 4559 Washtenaw Avenue, Ann Arbor 48108
- Mondays-Saturdays: 9a-8p
- Sundays: 10a-6p
- Plato’s Closet – Teens & Adults
- 860 W Eisenhower Pkwy, Ann Arbor 48103
- Mondays-Saturdays: 10a-9p
- Sundays: 11a-6p
- The Resale Boutique – Primarily Women’s Clothing, Consignment
- 206 W. Michigan Avenue, Saline 48176
- Mondays-Saturdays: 10a-6p
- Sundays: noon-4p
- Top Drawer – Women’s Designer Clothing
- 1960 S. Industrial Hwy, Ann Arbor 48104
- Tuesdays-Saturdays: 11a-6p
Other Options for Reuse
In addition to resale and reshop shops there are a few other ways to shop previously used materials.
Mom2Mom sales remain popular with Just Between Friends dominating the local market in recent years. Also in this category is the JLC Book Sale typically held 3-4 times a year.
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Cooler weather is just around the corner, which means it will be time to swap the shorts, t-shirts and swim suits for coats, sweats and jeans. For young kids, that means that they will need almost a whole new wardrobe since last winter’s clothes are unlikely to still fit.
There is the traditional standby of garage sales especially in May through September.
There are also online options such as Facebook Marketplace, Buy Nothing Groups, and websites like Poshmark.
Where to Take My Clothes & Items for Reuse
There are options both to donate items and to sell items for cash or credit. You can also donate to charities that give directly to those in need.
Most of the thrift shops above take donations (Value World purchases items from recycling options, non-profits, and other retailers). Check their donation guides for items they accept in general and any categories they may temporarily pause. Or check out some of the consignment shops listed above.
The Just Between Friends Mom2Mom sale is a very popular option for reselling your children’s items. Once Upon a Child is also an option.
