America's Thrift Stores & Donation Center
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About America's Thrift Stores & Donation Center
America's Thrift Stores & Donation Center offers a unique thrift shopping experience with a constantly changing inventory. They provide a well-organized layout where shoppers can find clothing sorted by size and category, making it easy to browse.
You can expect a clean and orderly atmosphere, which is great for spending time looking for hidden gems. With new inventory arriving daily, there's always something fresh to discover, and the store is family-owned since 1992, adding a personal touch to your shopping trip.
Conveniently located in Chattanooga, TN, the store features wide aisles that accommodate wheelchairs, making it accessible for everyone. They also offer a free home pickup service for donations, so it's easy to support their charitable efforts.
Editor's Review
America's Thrift Stores & Donation Center in Chattanooga, TN, is a family-owned gem that’s been around since 1992. With an overall rating of 4.0 out of 5 from 639 reviews, it’s clear that this place has its fans.
What really stands out? The store's cleanliness and organization. As one reviewer, Shadow Ottinger, noted, "All the aisles are wide enough for wheelchairs," making it accessible for everyone. Additionally, they offer new inventory every day and even accept EBT/SNAP, which is a huge plus for many shoppers.
However, not all experiences are rosy. Some customers are turned off by the pricing. Tristen Mcdonald commented on prices being "ridiculous" for items he thought were overused and damaged. Another recurring theme in reviews is the return policy, where Bren Lee expressed frustration about store credit only. It seems that for some, the thrill of thrifting is dampened by unexpected rules and prices.
While America’s Thrift Stores has a solid reputation, it's clear that customers expect fair pricing and a more flexible return policy. If you head there, be prepared to dig for bargains and possibly encounter some quirks along the way.
What We Like
- Clean and organized store layout
- Offers new inventory daily
- Accepts EBT/SNAP for purchases
Room for Improvement
- High prices on some items
- Strict return policy limited to store credit
What Customers Are Saying
“All the aisles are wide enough for wheelchairs.”
— Shadow Ottinger
“Pricing is ridiculous. I don’t understand how this place expects to be called a thrift store when they overcharged for stuff.”
— Tristen Mcdonald
What Shoppers Say
Based on analysis of 5 customer reviews
“Pricing is ridiculous.”
“The bathroom stick and have toilet paper all over.”
“The cashiers always seem to be friendly.”
“They have no business playing such good music.”
“It has great hours to accommodate shoppers.”
Insider Tips
Visit on Mondays for senior citizen discounts.
Be prepared for a lack of dressing rooms.
Thrift & Consignment Stores Details
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What to Expect
- You'll find a well-organized store layout that makes it easy to browse and discover new items.
- Expect a diverse selection of clothing and household items, with new inventory arriving every day.
- While prices can vary, many shoppers appreciate the value, especially considering the store's commitment to charity.
Business Highlights
- ✓Family owned since 1992
- ✓Accepts EBT/SNAP
- ✓New inventory every day
- ✓Organized with over 150 category labels
- ✓Free home pickup for donations
Google Reviews
I bought a 5x7 rug here on 2/28/26 (brand new apparently). Before I even purchased the rug I specifically asked the girl (Autumn) who rang me up did they do returns or exchanges. She said we do not do refunds but you will be able to get an in store c...
Spent an hour picking items out to try on for fit sizes. Only to find out the dressing rooms are closed. When I asked an employee how to go about this she told me they have a return policy. However the return policy is ONLY store credit!! I will neve...
Prices are outrageous. The only affordable options have heavy flaws. Some of the employees who bring out the clothes are rude. I attempted to look at new rack of clothing brought out, I already searched the whole store and didn't find what I neede...
This place has got way out of control. Pricing is ridiculous. I don’t understand how this place expects to be called a thrift store when they over charged for stuff that is way overused. They sell clothing that’s has stains and rips and tears for 3.9...
This used to be my favorite place to buy things and I can honestly say I’ll never step foot in this store again after Logan/manager threatened me at the cash register multiple times for no reason she said she was calling the police I literally was as...
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Visiting Tips
If you're a first-time visitor, take your time to explore the different sections to find what you like.
Visiting during weekdays might help you avoid larger crowds, allowing for a more relaxed shopping experience.
There's plenty of parking available, making it convenient to stop by for a quick visit or to drop off donations.
Hours
- monday8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- tuesday8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- wednesday8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- thursday8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- friday8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- saturday8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- sunday10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
