Riverside is about an hour east of Santa Ana, California, and is great for an afternoon of shopping. The thrift stores in Riverside range from the classics like the Salvation Army and Goodwill to small boutique shops that cater to different tastes.
This beautiful area of California offers a little bit of everything: dining, entertainment, and shopping. We sourced the best 15 thrift shops that Riverside offers so you can find the deals you’re seeking—whether it’s furniture or designer items at a discount.
Pink Ribbon Thrift Shop
5924 Magnolia Avenue, Riverside, CA 92506
One of Riverside’s unique thrifting options, the Pink Ribbon Thrift Shop donates its proceeds to The Pink Ribbon Place cancer resource center. They accept donations for resale and you’ll find jewelry, clothing, and other unique items.
Foster Army Animal Rescue and Pet Rescue Thrift Store
3711 Central Avenue, Riverside, CA 92506
Riverside has several animal-related charities, including the Foster Army Animal Rescue and Pet Rescue Thrift Store which funds their animal welfare program. Sometimes, there are adoptable animals in the store, ready for new homes. The FAAR thrift store proceeds help pay veterinary bills for their rescue animals and purchase supplies for foster families.
Savers
3900 Tyler Street, Riverside, CA 92503
A classic thrift shop, Savers offers an array of second-hand items. Savers champions reusing items and sustainability. Their first store opened in 1954 in San Fransisco and they help fund community programs that encourage recycling and reuse to reduce the landfill burden.
Liberty’s Buy Sell Trade
3750 Sunnyside Drive, Riverside, CA 92506
Liberty’s Buy Sell Trade is a vintage resale store that offers men’s and women’s clothing and accessories made from the 1920s through the 2000s. This store buys clothing at 50% of the price tag and offers great prices on unique vintage items.
The Salvation Army Thrift Store & Donation Center
10020 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA 92503
The Salvation Army Thrift Store is a charity shop that donates its proceeds to various programs that help people find work, get counseling, and get back on their feet. These stores have traditional thrift shop items, with excellent pricing to boot.
Set Free Thrift Store
3021 14th Street, Riverside, CA 92507
The Set Free Thrift Store is small but mighty, in both its pricing and its thrifted treasures. As a local thrift shop, this spot not only benefits the community but has great discounts on some good quality finds. Google reviews call it “affordable,” mention its “kind workers,” and note that it’s cash only.
Vintique Alley
6549 Magnolia Ave
A little pricey perhaps, but Vintique Alley offers unique vintage farmhouse-style items. There’s something a little different for everyone, including everything from furniture to nick-nacks.
Assistance League Riverside
3707 Sunnyside Dr, Riverside, CA 92506
This classic thrift shop is part of the Assistance League of Riverside’s non-profit community outreach. The thrift shop’s proceeds help fund programs that provide assistance to children, from elementary through college who need financial or community support. The shop sells a variety of clothing, kitchenware, accessories, interior décor, and books.
Pet Adoption Center Thrift Store
9462 Magnolia Avenue, Riverside, CA 92503
You’ll find all sorts of deals on the Pet Adoption Center Thrift Store’s wide selection of items including clothing, shoes, furniture, books, jewelry, and pet products. The shop’s proceeds support the Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center for outreach. The center offers programs that match pets with loving owners, education programs, and pet food assistance for those in need.
Wellness Warehouse Thrift
4821 Riverwalk Parkway, Riverside, CA 92505
Wellness Warehouse, located right on Riverwalk Parkway supports the local community with food and clothing programs, as well as counseling programs, and classes. You’ll find great deals on home décor, clothing, books, kitchenware, and other treasures.
Clem’s Clothing N’ Things
6038 Magnolia Avenue, Riverside, CA 92506
Clem’s Clothing N’ Things is accurately named. The shop sells a little bit of everything and the space, though small, packs plenty of surprises.
Lydsthryft And Vintage
9344 Magnolia Avenue, Riverside, CA 92503
Lydsthryft And Vintage is located inside Twee’s Coffee. This Riverside pop-up vintage shop offers gently used clothing and accessories. Lydia owns the shop and curates all the items you see, with prices ranging from $5-$50. This small but mighty shop is one of Riverside’s best thrift shops.
Whateverbetty
3700 Main Street 4th floor, Riverside, CA 92501
Another curated vintage thrift shop, Whateverbetty Vintage carries gently used clothing, shoes, jewelry, and more.
La Bomba Vintage Clothing Boutique
6500 Magnolia Avenue, Riverside, CA 92506
This thrift shop sells items at great prices, and you may find a great deal on a vintage piece from the 1960s and ’70s. La Bomba Vintage Clothing Boutique buys and resells used clothing, accessories, jewelry, and other items at reasonable prices.
All Seasons Boutique And Giftshop
3796 Farnham Place, Riverside, CA 92503
This is more of a boutique shop that offers collectible dolls, handcrafted blankets, seasonal gifts, and home décor. The All Seasons Boutique And Giftshop sells a mix of consignment and vintage items in a small, but packed shop.