Top 14 Long Island thrift stores for furniture + local online shopping.
Thrift shopping for furniture and home decor is fun when adding life to your new apartment, or restyling the interior of your home; especially when you’re trying to save money.
Thrift stores on Long Island have a plethora of items to choose from thanks to active donations from the residents of both Nassau and Suffolk counties.
Even better, some Long Island thrift stores based in Nassau County are close enough for Queens and Brooklyn residents to venture to within a reasonable amount of time.
But wait, there’s more.
You can’t forget about local online shopping. That’s a savings grace within itself.
You can view an even larger selection than you would in-person.
Local pick-up is always the best when your goal is to stay within the free range as shipping can get pricey.
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Habitat For Humanity Of Long Island ReStore, 2111 Lakeland Ave
Long Island ReStore is a home improvement store and donation center selling donated overstock and new or gently used furniture, appliances, kitchen cabinets, home goods, building materials and more - at a fraction of the original retail value.
You can find any and every household item here, from small to large and surprisingly in different styles.
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The Salvation Army, 194 Front St
If you’re in search of home essentials, then you will surely be pleased with the large furniture and home decor section. You can easily find a bed frame, bookshelf, night stand and more. The prices are decent as well with occasional discounts.
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St Vincent de Paul, 2160 Jericho Turnpike
Everyday Society of St. Vincent de Paul trucks hit the road, traveling throughout Long Island to pick up donations from generous neighbors. Once they collect your used goods, they are either given away to people in need or sold at an affordable price at their thrift stores.
St. Vincent de Paul supplies furniture and other household items that are in good usable condition and do not require any repairs. You can find an array of new to second-hand furniture and home decor such as couches, wooden tables, artwork, lights and other appealing items at reasonable prices.
Honorable Mention
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American Thrift, 668 Sunrise Hwy
This the store continually surprises me to be honest. It had an okay selection in the beginning, however it has grown to be a powerhouse for great thrift finds in Baldwin.
American Thrift always has a great selection of paintings and vintage movie memorabilia posters. Check their back shelves for bundle essential items for any modernist or vintage collector. The top of their racks has shelves with home decor usually priced under $7.
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Savers, 188 Hempstead Turnpike
Savers department store in West Hempstead, NY is an impressive thrift store and a champion of reuse. They offer an incredible selection of pre-loved treasures you can't find anywhere else.
Savers supplies a large selection of housewares from everyday dishes to fine China, unqiue wall fixtures, and other small to medium goods for table tops
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New Like New Thrift, 515 Long Beach Blvd
Since their grand opening in 2014, New Like New Thrift has helped over 800 plus families furnish their homes for free through generous homeowners downsizing or moving.
New Like New Thrift has also donated furniture and clothing to over 1,000 families in need through generous donors.
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MyUnique Thrift, 525 Old Country Rd
MyUnique merchandise is constantly being pushed to the sales floor, where you can purchase quality items at the lowest prices.
Shoppers can find necessities or nearly anything on their wish list, such as rare home decor and small to medium furniture to style out any room or apartment.
You will often find wooden and contemporary furniture placed at the front of the store when you walk in. All MyUnique merchandise is carefully examined and displayed by a team of associates to provide the most enjoyable and organized shopping atmosphere for shoppers.
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Second Chance Thrift Shop, 30 Jericho Turnpike
Second Chance Thrift Shop has unbeatable prices most of the time, from tableware to medium size home decor like glassware and porcelain.
Stop by to browse their household items that have a personality of its own.
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The Junior League of Long Island Thrift Shop, 1395 Old Northern Blvd
Since its foundation, the Junior League of Long Island has been at the forefront of identifying and fulfilling community needs.
You will not find large furniture here, but you will find premium quality home decor items such as kitchenware, glassware, mirrors, art, lamps, lampshades, curtains, rugs and more.
On the bright side, JILI from time to time supplies medium size furniture such as tables, chairs, desks, dressers, cabinets and bookshelves.
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AMVETS Thrift Store, 1179 Sunrise Hwy
AMVETS supplies premium quality household merchandise sold at bargain prices. 100% of the proceeds are used for AMVETS Veterans programs.
Shoppers can easily find medium to large furniture displayed neatly, sometimes in rows. Best of all, AMVETS household items come in a range of shapes and colors which adds more versatility to their available selection.
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Closets of Curiosity, 4140 Austin Blvd
A personal favorite thrift store, it’s sure to have any and everything you may ever need for your home.
Stop by often to score rare vintage home decor, architecture, Lenox glassware and premium quality small to medium furniture.
Deals are always to be had as long as you’re purchasing in quantity.
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Island Thrift, 3657, 1800 NY-112
Island Thrift has a consistent supply of fair priced furniture and vintage home decor like vases, kitchenware, and other small table top items.
You will find all types of indoor furniture, and sometimes outdoor decorative items as well.
Honorable Mention
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The Barn, 329 Lattingtown Rd
The Barn at St. John's of Lattingtown is a thrift store with furniture, antiques, and unique household items at unbeatable prices.
Their inventory is constantly rotating – so there is always something new to discover.
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Suite Pieces, 1038 New York Ave
In the spirit of thrift culture, Suite Pieces is considered a marketplace of diy home decor and vintage/rework dealers of furniture and home essentials.
It’s a place where you can make that Pinterest or Etsy home decor idea come to life.
Local Online Shopping
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Craigslist
Craigslist is a classified advertisements website with sections devoted to jobs, housing, for sale, items wanted, services, community service, gigs, résumés, and discussion forums.
Search Craigslist Long Island, NY to specifically find great prices on an expansive selection of furniture and home decor.
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Facebook: Long Island, Buy & Sell Groups
Facebook users create a local community in which members can buy and sell a niche category of item.
The groups are governed by rules as to what can and cannot be sold, and then users are free to post their items for other users to buy/bid on.
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