10AM - 6PM
3947 W Algonquin Rd, Algonquin
Thrift Stores
“You never know what you will find, but it is always fun and the merchandise is great. The staff is knowledgeable and very friendly. They are great at styling looks for you! It's like shopping with friends!”
“One of the best thrift store hidden gems in town. If you're looking for used clothes, stop by here first but COME EARLY to claim the best items! The staff are all very friendly and really seem to enjoy working there which adds to the experience.”
“Store 3/4 on the Thrift Store Trip #1. Only 1 thing I found here automatically rated this place 5 stars and only one factor helped me. Prices, and a 49 CENT MIDLAND WR-120B, going for over 15 dollars on EBAY, LITERALLY IM NOT JOKING THIS IS THE BEST THRIFT STORE IVE EVER BEEN TO.”
10AM - 6PM
380 Northwest Hwy, Cary
Thrift Stores
“I have now furnished my living room with vintage furniture I found at Sparrows Nest in Cary. It took over a year to find exactly what I wanted but as each piece showed up, I was excited. I love to shop here because all so clean and very nice staff.”
“I'm a first-time shopper at this thrift store and pet rescue! I entered and heard dogs barking and was curious and intrigued at the concept of helping animals in need. It is a very large thrift store and jam-packed with all kinds of items. The picture section was one of the largest I have seen in a thrift store. They also had some unique antique and vintage items mixed in the newer and more everyday thrift store items.I did get to see the dogs, and the area was clean and smelled fresh. There was a new arrival dog in a kennel who looked comfortable and relaxed. (See photo) They even had a cat sitting room, which looked clean and pet friendly.They had a lot of nice items and clothes. We ended up buying a bunch of items, and the lady at the cash register was really nice!Spend some time there looking high and low because things can be buried or tucked back in shelves.”
“Great place for DIY & GC's looking for a solid selection random items to finish that home improvement project you have. This place also has a pretty decent select of home furnishings from time to time, obviously if you find something you like you'd best purchase it right away as it will most likely be sold soon.”
“This is a good flea market with friendly vendors and staff, tasty food and beverage and items sold at very low prices. The only thing that was off was when I went (on a Friday) more than half the vendors were not there and their spaces were closed. Besides that this is a good flea market though.”
“This place is small but is filled with great items. The prices are honestly incredible. 2.50 for sweaters and 1.50 for t shirts is amazing. They definitely help out the community with affordable clothing. The ladies that helped me were great. Honestly this is a great place to go to get items. I highly recommend it!”
“It's a small shop, but very friendly staff. Street parking out front or parking lot in the back. They are cash only. All proceeds are donated to different charities.”
8AM - 4PM
316 Douglas Ave, Elgin
Thrift Stores
“Thought I could purchase items at this location. A very nice staff member explained to me this facility does not have items for sale. She was very nice to me. Just needed to add this for The Salvation Army.”
“Thrifting is a hobby of mine so I always check out a goodwill when I see it. This one wasn't the best I've been to and definitely not the worst. It was extremely crowded and people were rude in store, but I was still able to find some treasures. I'm glad I stopped in.”
“One of the best selections of a Goodwill I have seen in ages. I actually spent more time in here than planned. Got a great selection of weird tiny items that I love and are on display. Definitely would visit again.”
10AM - 4PM
616 W Liberty St Apt B, Wauconda
Thrift Stores
“The ladies here are amazing, and working for such a wonderful cause. All proceeds go to Informed Choices. As a new mother who has been able to join Informed Choices program, I feel so lucky to have received so much help and knowledge from them. Keep it up! You guys are awesome!!!”
“Very clean. Bring your own bag to put your goodies in or buy one of their bags for 99 cents. There were two vending machines in the doorway entrance. Lots of good stuff.”
9AM - 8PM
1430 E Algonquin Rd, Algonquin
Thrift Stores
“five star goodwill has great clothing section great electronics i found a ps5 for 130 bucks great store great employees ps5 was in fully working conditions with minimal scratches.”
“Donation retail store. If you like second-hand shopping or thrifting, then this is a decent store. I always find something when I go here. Don't go thinking this is going to be a high-end store but you will find a bargain.”
“This is a great plato's. Better selection than most it's honestly a great value and the workers are nice. People like leaving bad reviews cause this Plato's wont take their musty dated clothes- like yeah that's how they keep their nice selection! ? Never had an issue selling here either.”
“it’s a thrift store. they have everything you could need and then some.-clothes movies trinkets pictures mirrors jackets, jeans shoes childrens toys and clothes, furniture, books and probably even more im forgetting. staff and customers have always been kind. pretty fair priced.”
“Might be an odd comment, but this was the nicest smelling Goodwill I've ever come across. The selection overall was pretty average. Some sections were more organized than others. The book prices were awesome!! Nothing over $3.”