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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at SJSU chapter.

Thrift shops have grown in popularity in recent years, and for good reason. These one-of-a-kind shops provide a wide selection of goods at reasonable costs, ranging from clothing and accessories to furniture and home decor. Not only do they offer a cheap way to purchase various amenities, but they also support sustainability by providing items that would otherwise end up in landfills. The following list includes some of the most frequented thrift shops in San Jose!

Neu2u Thrift Boutique

Located just two blocks away from campus, Neu2u Thrift Boutique is one of the perfect places to visit on a whim if in search of unique and vintage pieces of clothing and accessories. The shop features certain styles that you wouldn’t be able to find easily in your typical thrift store. Drop by this quaint boutique for an amazing collection!

Julian Street Thrift Store

Look no further than Julian Street Thrift Store if you’re seeking for distinctive, reasonably priced apparel and other items! A large range of gently used, previously owned things, many of which are in excellent shape, are available at this shop for a fraction of the price of comparable new items. Compared to other stores that exclusively sell clothing pieces, this the perfect place to find unusual household items, books, and other things. It’s about a six minute drive from campus.

HopeTHRIFT

HopeTHRIFT has what seems to be miles of aisles chock full of upscale goods that are reasonably priced. No matter what you’re looking for—clothing, home goods, toys, or bikes—HopeTHRIFT has what you need. A large selection of gently used things are available in a spotless and well-lit setting that makes shopping fun. Every day, thousands of new things are added, so the selection and discounts are always excellent! 

Thrift Box

This thrift shop is unique compared to the others in this list. A small, volunteer-run store that benefits a children’s hospital, there are a variety of items that can be found. Ranging from accessories such as jewelry to household amenities like wall decor, the amount of assortment can surprise. There are, without a doubt, items that are one-of-a-kind to be discovered in this shop!

Goodwill of Silicon Valley

Goodwill is one of the top chain thrift stores when it comes to second-hand shopping. There are astoundingly low prices on second-hand  apparel, furniture, gadgets, and more at this store. Additionally, every purchase made contributes to the funding of our programs that aid those in need of job training, employment placement, and support services. Additionally, you never know what treasures you’ll discover when new items arrive almost every day!

Thrift shops are a great option if you’re seeking a great deal or simply want to have a different kind of shopping experience. Thrift stores offer a variety of products at reasonable costs, from vintage treasures to trendy pieces. There is a secondhand store nearby that has something for everyone, whether you’re looking for clothes, home goods, or gadgets.

So the next time you want to freshen up your home or update your outfit, think about going to one of the many thrift shops in your neighborhood. Who knows what unique items you’ll discover?

Are there any go-to thrift shops that came to mind while reading this article? Reach out and let us know! Tag @HerCampusSJSU.

First-year currently majoring in Engineering Tech with a concentration on manufacturing.