St. Vincent de Paul - Albany Thrift Store is a multifaceted organization that operates 13 retail thrift stores, 3 mattress recycling facilities, a used car lot, appliance recycling and Styrofoam recycling operations, and an online book sales department. These endeavors generate revenue to fund the organization's social services, which provide supportive resources for individuals, children, and families experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Customers generally find the thrift store to be clean, with friendly employees and a good selection of items. The parking lot is easy to access, though some suggest leaving the area by going east for safety reasons. While the prices can be a bit higher than other thrift stores, the organization's mission and the opportunity to contribute to the community are appreciated by many shoppers. Some customers have expressed frustration with the placement of mobility aids and the high prices of certain items, but overall, the store is seen as a valuable resource for the community.
First time in this store. Found some great items at a reasonable price. Staff at register was very nice. We will visit again.
July 2026
Some prices are totally reasonable and then anything they think could be worth something is either priced as high as it would be on ebay or more even when it's damaged. It's such a bummer.
July 2026
The best thrift store in Albany! So clean and so organized. And the bonus, they offer military and Veteran discounts. 🇺🇸
