Goodwill Thrift Store and Donation Center in Houghton is a popular destination for shoppers looking for great deals on a wide variety of gently used items. With one of the biggest selections of clothing and furniture among the Goodwill retail stores in the Vail area, this location offers an extensive inventory that changes frequently. Customers appreciate the store's large, well-organized layout and the helpful, friendly staff. The prices range from great to fair, with weekly sales on certain color-tagged items. Shoppers can try out electrical appliances before purchasing, as the store provides plug-ins for that purpose. While some customers have noted higher prices in recent times, the Houghton Goodwill remains one of the better stores in the East side area. The selection of clothing and household goods is generally in good condition, and the art section, though sometimes disorganized, can yield hidden treasures for the discerning shopper. By supporting this Goodwill location, customers contribute to the organization's local youth and adult outreach programs, which have served over 150,000 individuals since its founding.
I hadn't been to Goodwill in years, don't are better kept than others
January 2026
This location always has amazing finds however I am giving 3 stars because I tend to find over charged locally donated items. In turn, I also have found it difficult to locate the sale colors most weeks not finding anything half off, giving the impression that the sale tags of the week get taken off the floor when the color... read full comment
August 2025
Lisa the security guard is top notch. Super sweet and nice to the customers . Has a smile on her face.
