Last updated October 9, 2026 · ranked from 2,376 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 8 thrift stores in and around Portage, MI, led by troVe, Refuge Thrift and Style Encore Portage. Together they have 2,376 Google reviews; Refuge Thrift has the highest Google rating on the list at 4.8. Every place on the list is in Portage, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
A varied booth selection and a 4.7-star Google rating from 193 reviews earn troVe the top spot. This women-owned shop at 8639 Portage Rd in Portage, MI carries both new and used goods, with reviewers pointing to gifts, home decor, and selections from different vendors. One reviewer praises the vignette-style displays and friendly staff, giving shoppers specific reasons to browse. Free parking, an accessible entrance, and Thursday hours until 7 p.m. add practical reasons to plan a visit.
New and used
Vignette-style display booths
Thursday evening hours
“Great selection from all of the different vendors.”
Clean, organized shelves and affordable finds help Refuge Thrift earn the No. 2 spot in Portage, MI. Reviewers describe a store that is easy to browse, with friendly staff; one shopper reported finding two name-brand tops and a pair of jeans for $9. The women-owned shop at 8700 Shaver Rd holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 71 reviews. It also offers clothing recycling and accepts donations Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking available.
Organized shopping space
Friendly staff
Clothing recycling
“Best thrift store in the area. Store is organized, clean and affordable. The staff is always so friendly.”
A clean, organized store and a range of brands help Style Encore Portage earn the No. 3 spot. Located at 6410 S Westnedge Ave in Portage, MI, it sells gently used clothing for women and men, plus shoes, handbags and accessories sourced from local customers. Reviewers praise the selection, item condition and helpful service, contributing to a 4.5-star Google rating across 308 reviews. Sellers can bring items without an appointment and receive cash on the spot; shoppers can browse in-store or online.
Organized clothing selection
Cash for clothing
Online shopping available
“Shaped Plato’s closet today found everything I was looking for and more!!! Great products , and better prices. Come see for yourself!!!”
A focus on secondhand clothing for teens and young adults earns Plato's Closet Portage its No. 4 spot. Located at 6414 S Westnedge Ave in Portage, MI, it buys and sells men's and women's clothing, giving visitors a place to shop and bring in apparel to sell. Reviewers praise the store's cleanliness, welcoming service and variety of styles, while its Google rating stands at 4.4 stars from 1,061 reviews. Hours extend to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and free on-site parking adds convenience.
Buys used clothing
Teen-focused secondhand styles
Free on-site parking
“Abbey was the best representative I have dealt with over the phone! She was super nice and handled all of my questions!! 10/10 customer service!!!!!”
Used games, movies, and music give Second Chance a distinct focus among secondhand shops in Portage, MI. At 6392 S Westnedge Ave, it buys and sells video games, DVDs, and CDs, alongside gaming accessories and cords. Its No. 5 placement reflects that focused selection, a 4.1 Google rating from 345 reviews, and customer accounts of helpful staff. One reviewer praised retro games and competitive prices; another described an employee checking the back for a hard-to-find game. Friday and Saturday hours extend to 9 p.m.
Used entertainment media
Helpful game searches
Weekend evening hours
“Great store for retro games and collectibles, friendly staff and competitive prices.”
A focus on pre-owned brand-name women’s apparel, shoes and accessories earns Clothes Mentor Portage, MI the No. 6 spot. Reviewers describe a well-stocked resale shop with good-quality clothing and fair prices, while several praise helpful staff who assist with shopping and explain the selling process. Located at 649 Romence Rd in Portage, MI, the women-owned store holds a 4-out-of-5 Google rating from 188 reviews. Daily hours, in-store pickup and a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking add practical convenience.
A mission-funded model and practical amenities earn New Way Thrift Store its No. 7 spot. At 7017 S Westnedge Ave in Portage, MI, the store sells used goods, with all sales proceeds supporting Kalamazoo Youth For Christ’s Christian youth mission. Free onsite parking, a wheelchair-accessible entrance and restroom, and clothing and electronics recycling add convenience. It opens Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday until 2 p.m. Reviewers repeatedly criticize pricing, so value is not its strongest draw.
Youth mission support
Free onsite parking
Clothing electronics recycling
“Employees are nice but pricing is inconsistent and overpriced for most items compared to other thrift stores in the area.”
Children’s resale gives Once Upon A Child its reason for earning the No. 8 spot. At 643 Romence Rd in Portage, MI, the store buys and sells gently used children’s clothing, shoes and toys. Reviewers describe a well-stocked store, with one praising the selection and how easily he found clothes, while another highlights clearance savings. Open daily, the shop also offers in-store and curbside pickup, free parking and a wheelchair-accessible entrance. Its Google rating is 3.3 from 180 reviews.
Children’s resale
Buys used items
Curbside pickup
“It's fine if you're looking for baby clothes or items that babies need. They also buy baby items from people. It smells like 1000 toddlers in there. It was well stocked and very busy.”
Ratings and review counts shown are Google ratings, displayed with attribution.
How we ranked this list
Each thrift store is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Portage category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
Plato’s Closet Portage buys secondhand clothing aimed at teens and young adults. Style Encore Portage buys gently used clothes, shoes and accessories, with no appointment needed and cash paid on the spot. Once Upon A Child at 643 Romence Rd buys gently used children’s items, including clothing, shoes and toys.
Which stores in Portage, MI are open for Sunday shopping?
Plato’s Closet Portage, Style Encore Portage, Second Chance and Once Upon A Child are open Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Clothes Mentor Portage, MI is open Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.
Where can I shop for secondhand items other than clothing in Portage, MI?
Second Chance at 6392 S Westnedge Ave sells used video games, DVDs and music CDs, plus gaming accessories and cords. Reviewers describe gifts, home decor and a mix of new and used items in troVe’s vendor booths at 8639 Portage Rd. Once Upon A Child also buys and sells children’s toys.
Where can I donate items in Portage, MI, and when?
Refuge Thrift at 8700 Shaver Rd lists donation hours of 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Its shopping hours extend later: until 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Clothing recycling is also available.
Which thrift stores in Portage, MI have wheelchair-accessible facilities?
All nine stores in this guide list wheelchair-accessible entrances and parking. Style Encore Portage, Once Upon A Child, Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity ReStore and New Way Thrift Store also list wheelchair-accessible restrooms. The ReStore at 7612 S Westnedge Ave additionally lists wheelchair-accessible seating.
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