The Redlands Thrift Store

Open Now
Est. 1992
★★★☆☆3.2
The Redlands Thrift Store in Redlands, CA

About The Redlands Thrift Store

The Redlands Thrift Store is a unique spot in Redlands, CA, offering a variety of secondhand goods. With daily silent auctions and a vendor discount mall, it provides an exciting shopping experience that keeps customers coming back for more.

The atmosphere here is friendly and welcoming, making it a great place to browse through items. Regular sales and surprise finds make each visit an adventure, and many customers enjoy discovering hidden treasures among the shelves.

Located in the heart of Redlands, the store is easily accessible with ample parking nearby. Its convenient hours from Monday to Wednesday allow shoppers to stop by during the day without much hassle.

Editor's Review

The Redlands Thrift Store, proudly dubbed the "World's Largest Thrift Store," beckons bargain hunters and vintage lovers alike. With a lively atmosphere filled with the scent of old books and the thrill of discovery, it offers a treasure trove of secondhand goods and quirky finds. As one satisfied shopper enthused, 'I found a couple nice shirts!' The vibrant energy of the staff, especially standout employees like Chris, adds to the welcoming ambiance. Wendy Staggs summed it up perfectly, praising Chris's 'contagious energy' and pleasant demeanor.

However, not all experiences shine as brightly. Several customers have voiced their frustrations about pricing, noting that certain items felt overpriced for a thrift store. Stephanie Holt lamented, 'Look at the photo I attached, 10$ for an empty bottle of perfume???? Really???' Others echoed a similar sentiment, feeling that valuable donations were being mishandled. Additionally, organizational issues, particularly in the book section, have been flagged, with Theresa Jennings pointing out that books weren't well-shelved, making the shopping experience frustrating.

Despite these recurring complaints, the store manages to keep a loyal following, thanks to its regular daily sales and unique items that pop up unexpectedly. For those willing to sift through the racks and navigate the occasional pricing quirk, Redlands Thrift Store remains a gem in Redlands, CA!

Best for: Bargain hunters looking for unique finds and vintage treasures.

What We Like

  • Wide variety of unique secondhand goods
  • Friendly and helpful staff, especially standout employees like Chris
  • Regular sales and surprise items that keep the shopping experience fresh

Room for Improvement

  • Pricing can be inconsistent and feel high for a thrift store
  • Organizational issues, particularly in the book section, make browsing difficult

What Customers Are Saying

I found a couple nice shirts!

m f

Look at the photo I attached, 10$ for an empty bottle of perfume???? Really???

Stephanie Holt

What Shoppers Say

Based on analysis of 5 customer reviews

PricesBelow Average

They seem to place high price on worthless items.

StaffMixed

I haven’t always had the best service there.

SelectionMixed

Glad they started doing their book sale every week.

QualityBelow Average

Super beat up and definitely used sleeping bag.

Best for: Customers seeking unique finds but wary of high prices.

Insider Tips

Ask about pricing for unmarked items.

Visit when Cris is working for better service.

Thrift & Consignment Stores Details

No EBT

Current Specials

Weekly and monthly specials

What to Expect

  • Expect a friendly shopping experience with helpful staff ready to assist you.
  • You'll find a diverse selection of items, from clothing to home goods, and even unique collectibles.
  • Prices are generally low, and regular sales provide added value for budget-conscious shoppers.

Business Highlights

  • World's Largest Thrift Store
  • In-house weekly Silent Auctions
  • Daily sales and surprise items
  • Vendor discount mall
  • Regular daily sales
  • Weekly and monthly specials

Google Reviews

Stephanie Holt
Stephanie Holta week ago
☆☆☆☆

This store used to be great but recently they’ve gotten ridiculous! Look at the photo I attached, 10$ for an empty bottle of perfume???? Really??? Also found a super beat up and definitely used sleeping bag priced for 24$, not even name brand. The sa...

Wendy Staggs
Wendy Staggs2 months ago
★★★★★

I used to live in Redlands but relocated to central Cali to care for my mother. I can honestly say one of the main reasons I miss Redlands is Redlands Thrift! However, no matter how much I love the store I haven’t always had the best service there fr...

Theresa Jennings (mscwebmaster)
Theresa Jennings (mscwebmaster)3 weeks ago
★★☆☆☆

Clothes - they’ve gone the way of Goodwill and charge higher prices for certain brands…for clothes that were GIVEN to them. I’m glad they started doing their book sale every week, but their employees/volunteers do a crappy job of shelving the books! ...

m f
m fa month ago
★★★★★

Went in and found a couple nice shirts! CRIS rang me up she was very nice and informed me about the new sales going on and bagged up my stuff super nicely definitely will be back!

Randy Centanni
Randy Centanni2 months ago
☆☆☆☆

They seem to place high price on worthless items. I could see something that’s vintage, but in their eyes, everything is vintage found a little kaleidoscope just sitting on the shelf and took it to the counter to tell them there was no price and they...

Reviews from Google

Frequently Asked Questions

Visiting Tips

Take your time browsing, as you never know what treasures you might find.

Try to visit during the week when it's usually less crowded, giving you more space to explore.

Consider checking out nearby cafes or restaurants to grab a bite before or after shopping.

Hours

  • monday10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • tuesday10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • wednesday10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • thursday10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • friday10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • saturday10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • sunday12:00 - 4:00 PM

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