Thrift Stores in Durham, NC

“Such a variety of clothes and jewelry and a decent amount of bags/purses that i always find myself there when i want to update my wardrobe for either my comfort days (days off work) or for my hostess uniform(s)! Friendly staff and they're really kind and fun to start a small conversation with!”

“Great place to find hidden gems. The shop itself is clean, beautifully arranged, and the staff is helpful. Have scored some amazing pieces from Talbots, J.Crew, and some older vintage garments for fantastic prices. Parking though is annoying, it's right on a pretty busy road so backing out of your spot once you're done isn't the worst but it's not a cake walk. They do have parking in the back (which I recommend using instead of the front spaces) but pulling out onto West Cornwallis is a little scary because the big bushes on the corner partially block you from seeing oncoming traffic. All in all, a great shop with slightly annoying parking (it's worth it though!)”

“A good source for a variety of scraps and reclaimed craft supplies for upcycled creative projects. I look through all the fabric to find the deals on nice things. Most of the staff is friendly.”

“Doesn't have a lot of glassware, mainly clothing and media. But the books and DVDs are so well organized it's worth it if you're trying to find some new reads!”

“The RTP location has got to be my favorite of all the DRM Thrift Stores! The staff is always so helpful (shout out to the manager, Justina) and the store is as organized as you could hope for a thrift store. They keep the dressing rooms pretty clean, the prices are good, and they are always stocked up on hidden gems. 10/10 if you’re searching for somewhere to spend an afternoon thrifting”

“I suppose they’ve been able to keep their prices lower than Durham rescue mission and really love the bigness of it all. If you’re looking for furniture then this is where I would start!”

“Great place for finding the very thing you didn't know you could not live without. Go there before you go to other Thrift stores, because their prices are really good.”

“The Durham Rescue Mission is not only great place to find gems but it's also a great place to donate gently used items that are in good condition such as items around the house that you no longer need or have outgrown. I love dropping off things that I know could use a good home, instead of trashing them or going through the hassle of gifting (or selling) them on Marketplace or Craigslist, etc. The Durham Rescue Mission takes all sorts of items and with joy. The guys that collect the items are fast and efficient. If you do go there to drop off things, I will say, be mindful of what you drop off and be sure it's not total JUNK. If you're going to donate, think of items that would belong at the Thirft store, and do not use the Durham Rescue Mission as your dumping ground for tattered items or things don't work. It's not fair to them. They also have a sign that says something along the lines of "we have to pay per pound for junk removal (and it's expensive) so please be kind and don't bring your trash." With that being said, they are open at super convenient times, and are located behind the shop on Glenwood. As of 12/13/23, donation hours are: Monday through Saturday: 9AM - 7PMSunday: 8AM - 4PM”

“I don't live in Durham but I make sure I stop at this store, every single time I come to Durham. I have nothing but love and adoration for the manager, Mrs. Mary. I have been there when customers began harassing each other over something trivial, she shut down the bickering and sent the instigators out the door! The staff, I'm unsure of everyone names but I have not had a bad experience there, since they opened their doors. If there is a problem with items, solutions are always guaranteed to work out. If I have questions & concerns they actually answer the phone!”

“I dropped off my trusty old Travelpro roller bag at this Goodwill on Garrett Road in southwest Durham. The bag itself was in excellent condition except for the wheels which were missing their "tires" and therefore, the bag was relatively loud and a little bumpy when rolled. Like other Goodwill stores, this one has a separate door for donations, separate from the main retail store front doors. Goodwill is a no-brainer for off-loading items that are still in good condition and usable. During my visit, the hours listed on the donation door were: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-8:30pm Saturday, 9:00am-6:00pm Sunday, 12:00pm-6:00pm The donation drop-off area at this Goodwill is a narrow hallway with bins. When I showed up around 4:30pm on a Sunday, this location was busy with both donation drop-offs and customers going to the store. A young couple ahead of me dropped off a bunch of textbooks. I didn't know Goodwill accepted textbooks. I learned something new. A lady rolled up behind me in a Tesla SUV with a trunkful of stuff to give away including a floor lamp. There was one employee working the donation area. It wasn't clear where exactly to place donation items. No signs/instructions or anything, at least not that I saw. It looked like everything was being placed in the bins. I asked the employee if I should place my bag in one of the bins and he took the bag from me. I thanked him. If my wife and I need to give away any usable items in the future, I'll definitely keep this Goodwill location in mind. This Goodwill location is part of the Goodwill Industries of Eastern NC ("GIENC") network. There are over 40 GIENC locations, from Hillsborough to Calabash. In addition to this Garrett Road location, Durham has two other GIENC stores at 5267 North Roxboro Road and 5200 Wake Forest Road.”

“I went to the Durham Rescue Mission Thrift Store on Chapel Hill Blvd this past Saturday and I want to share my experience. I have never been treated so nicely and appreciated as I was in that store!! It was very uplifting!!!”

“Best goodwill near me found so many nice Jackets, T-shirts, etc... no complaints on selection of clothing as I just go to the full bin of clothes. I was there once and the workers were working very had restocking the racks, bins, and shoes every so often and I was there for about 30 mins. This goodwill is so much better than the one in chapel hill, as they barley restock anything and when they do they bring a moveable cart of 12 items, which is all women's clothing.”