“I've been to two other UC locations and this one did not disappoint. The tough reviews have to be from sellers not getting what they want because the items on the shelves are great. I saw a lot of brands I hadn't found at other stores and the shoes in particular were in good condition. The staff was courteous and helpful.”
“Woah baby. Consignment lovers, eat your heart out. Fia's offers a real life treasure hunting experience with items that meet every budget and need. Fia's infectious personality will leave you feeling like family. Come for the treasures, stay for the memories. This trip, I found a vintage Nike quarterzip windbreaker, a Chanel cross body, a crochet set, and a Harry Poter novel. Talk about eclectic!”
“Well lit thrift store, big, you never know what you will find! We found some brand new sweatshirts my girls can wear with their uniform for school. We needed some things for costumes for a play and found what was needed. And I donated clothes and toys my kids had outrown. Win all around.”
“Very friendly staff, lots of clothes at good prices and also lots of shoes. I wish they had a larger plus size section but at least what they did have was well labeled. I found some good gems!”
“Great neighborhood thrift shop with friendly volunteers and a charitable mission. They have a good selection of items sans furniture. The only downside is the small size of the place which can sometimes feel claustrophobic when it's busy (which it usually is), or impossible to get into when they're running an end-of-season sale.”
9:30AM - 12:30PM
3 Chevy Chase Cir, Chevy Chase
Thrift Stores
“A good thrift shop which is a part of the All Saints Church. It has its own separate entrance with handicap accessible ramp. Lots of good quality stuff from the affluent surrounding community. More women than men's clothing. A surprising selection of house and kitchenwares. As with most thrift shops, the inventory is varied and if you see something you like buy it. Prices are excellent. Open Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, sometimes on Sunday.
Definitely worth a looksee.”
“I will be donating 2 BIG BAGS OF SHOES IN CLOTHES to this organization for the 2nd time I love how they give back to the community I love that they give vouchers for items ppl donate for the ppl in need in I love that my clothes in shoes I didn’t want to throw away is going to be used by others makes me feel proud in I’m so happy for the opportunity to give back to the communities. I originate in MD but I love DC so I try to help everywhere but this is my favorite place for drop off”
“Located onboard JBAB, the Navy Marine Corps Thrift Shop is a wonderful place to find all sorts of items. Clothing, books, household goods, sports gear, and uniforms. One needs a U.S. military ID to purchase uniform items.”
“If you enjoy thrifting and finding deals, this is the place. Expect to spend some time here because there is a lot of excellent clothing to look through here at great prices. The owners were very friendly and honest people. I am so glad I stopped by.”
“As a donor, the process couldn't be easier: no inspection, just drop your stuff into the bins by the entrance. As a shopper, I have found luck with some of their kids' clothes and books, as well as some beautiful vintage glassware. Personally their adult clothing and shoes haven't caught my eye, which they dedicate 75% of the store to. I'd prefer a more curated adult clothing selection as I find the quantity overwhelming with too many items that I think no one is likely to buy.”
“I’ve been coming to Laurel Thrift Shop since I was around 8 years old, so this place holds a lot of memories for me. My mom used to bring us all the time, and one of my favorite parts of this visit was seeing Johanna still there after all these years. She even rang me up, and we recognized each other right away. It made my day.
I’ve thrifted all over the world over the years, but Laurel has always been one of my favorites. Every time I’m back home in Maryland, this is one of my stops.
What I love most is that they’ve stayed true to what thrifting should be. The prices are fair, the selection is incredible, and you can still walk out feeling like you found a hidden gem instead of paying retail prices. The staff have always kept everything organized, and the sales are honestly some of the best around.
I’m visiting from Germany, so it was bittersweet to hear the shop is closing and reopening under new ownership. I really hope they keep what has made this place so special for so many years.
Thank you, Johanna, and the entire Laurel Thrift Shop team for the memories. This place has been part of my family’s life for a long time, and it’ll always have a special place in mine.”
“I dont know if I just came on a good day or what but I had a great experience. The store was very clean and organized. I think maybe one corner near the mirrors was junky. I found $130 worth of good stuff at great prices. There were a couple t-shirts that were a bit overpriced but nothing too bad. I wouldnt go out of my way to come here but I would definitely make a stop if im ever in the area again”
“This is a lovely church in Georgetown and just a short walk from M Street. I have been here twice now, once for a funeral and recently for a much more happier occasion, a wedding. It is beautiful inside and well worth a look if you find yourself this way or want to have a wedding here, or a funeral.”
“This store had an assortment of items for very cheap. As a college student this is a Godsend because not only is it a short walk, there is literally toiletries for less than 2$ when everywhere else has it for so much more. Definitely will be using this store for the rest of my years here.”
“My son David has been attending the Arc for years and has developed very well throughout there services. Him and I both are grateful ? everyone are kind and compassionate.
Thank you very much ?,
Ms Tonya Haynes”
“Really great finds and super friendly staff who go above and beyond! You can find some pretty cute items for good prices. The place was pretty organized when I went in, but the fun is also digging up treasures!”
“Beautifully curated consignment shop for a great cause! I LOVE that it's a women supporting women shop. Every time I go in, I'm so impressed with how beautifully the shop is designed. I want my house to look like the shop! The staff and volunteers are wonderful and helpful. Highly recommend!”
1AM - 12AM
3304 Kenilworth Ave, Hyattsville
Thrift Stores
“11/02/2024- The Best! I dropped off by seven(7) boxes of office merchandise! The drop off was easy! The staff(team) was pleasant, professional, courteous and caring! No fuss! No mess! Loved it! Thank you for being there when I needed you all. Donate! Donate! Give! Kindness!”
“Small, very nice volunteers, eclectic mix of things to sift through. A decent amount of women's clothes, some housewares, a few crafting items, one rack of men's clothes. Excellent reasonable prices.”
11AM - 4PM
3716 Howard Ave, Kensington
Thrift Stores
“Fantastic selection and wonderful prices! I was impressed by how much was packed into this shop, I’m fairly picky and walked away with a lot more than I usually do from the thrift. The clothing section is the real gem. I’ll certainly return!”
“Came by here last night and they had such a large selection of items in great condition. We were able to get some great finds and I honestly wish that I had more money for some of the other clothing I saw. I will 100% be coming back when I have some more money. The staff working last night were also very nice.”
“Visited for the first time last week and was pleasantly surprised. Very clean and organized by color, which was nice. Decent prices and friendly/funny staff. Will be visiting again!”
“decent selection - i found a lot of cute clothes as a 29 y/o woman. that said, a bit overpriced and not there is no dressing room. the is no refund policy, only a store credit option. the lack of dressing rooms to try on clothing in tandem with the inability to return ill-fitting clothing for your money back is a bit crazy.”
“has a testing station that you can plug electronics into to make sure they work.
a bit crowded at times, it's after all one of the only big thrift stores in dc and it's near a target.”
“I’ve been using this service for years and have never had an issue. As long as you put the confirmation email paper taped to your boxes or items, you should have no problem in getting your items picked up.”
9AM - 9PM
4960 Annapolis Rd, Bladensburg
Thrift Stores
“03/16/2024- The Sassy Soulful Sisters ( Rolanda and Natasha) ventured out to try to find an outfit for a music gig coming up on March 17th! Love this store! I always have a great time looking for deals! Had fun!”
“Price points are very high for a thrift store… plus, it’s cash only, which can be a pain in the neck. Still, I’ve found some lovely treasures here, so I keep returning, despite the drawbacks.”
“This is a wonderful resource and treasure chest. I have found some great items here. Plenty of tools and kitchen ware. The two men who operate the store are extremely kind and helpful!!”