The best thrift stores in Portage, MI cover distinct shopping needs, from secondhand clothing and children’s toys to used games and home decor. Refuge Thrift at 8700 Shaver Rd has the highest Google rating in this guide: 4.8 from 71 reviews. Reviewers highlight its clean, organized layout and friendly staff. At 8639 Portage Rd, troVe follows with 4.7 from 193 reviews, with shoppers describing vendor booths filled with new and used gifts and home decorations.
For clothing, S Westnedge Ave offers concrete choices. Plato’s Closet Portage at 6414 S Westnedge Ave focuses on teens and young adults and has the largest review count here, with 1,061 reviews and a 4.4 rating. Style Encore Portage at 6410 S Westnedge Ave carries gently used clothing, shoes, handbags and accessories for women and men, earning 4.5 from 308 reviews. Second Chance, at 6392 S Westnedge Ave, buys and sells used video games, DVDs and music CDs.
On Romence Rd, Clothes Mentor Portage, MI specializes in pre-owned women’s brand-name apparel, while Once Upon A Child buys and sells children’s clothes, shoes and toys. Hours help separate the options: Plato’s Closet stays open until 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday, while Clothes Mentor and Once Upon A Child open at 9 a.m. on those days.
4.4(1,061)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 1061 reviews (Google rating)
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Plato's Closet Portage is a clothing store at 6414 S Westnedge Ave in Portage, MI, and part of a chain that buys and sells trendy secondhand clothing for teens and young adults. Its offerings include used clothing for men and women, with both buying and selling central to the business. Clothing recycling is also listed among its services. The store has a Google rating of 4.4 stars from 1,061 reviews.
Shoppers can browse in store or use in-store pickup and curbside pickup. The location is listed as suitable for a quick visit, with free on-site parking, wheelchair-accessible parking, and a wheelchair-accessible entrance. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted. For those looking to buy secondhand clothing or bring in used goods to sell, the store provides both options at its Portage, MI location.
4.1(345)· Google4.1 out of 5 from 345 reviews (Google rating)
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Second Chance is a thrift store at 6392 S Westnedge Ave in Portage, MI, with a focus on used entertainment media. The business buys and sells used video games, DVDs, and music CDs, and also carries various gaming accessories and cords. Its stated selection centers on those categories, giving shoppers a specific reason to visit beyond general secondhand browsing. On Google, Second Chance has a 4.1 rating from 345 reviews.
Listed as a small business, Second Chance supports quick visits and offers in-store pickup and on-site services, but does not offer delivery. Customers can pay with credit cards, debit cards, or NFC mobile payments. The store also lists a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking. For those looking to buy or sell used games, movies, or music in Portage, MI, those are the core categories identified by the business.
4.5(308)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 308 reviews (Google rating)
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Style Encore Portage is a locally owned and operated clothing resale store at 6410 S Westnedge Ave in Portage, MI. It buys and sells gently used women’s and men’s clothing, along with shoes, handbags and accessories. The store says its inventory is purchased from local customers and priced at 70–90% below regular retail prices. Shoppers can browse in-store or online, with in-store pickup and curbside pickup available.
For people selling items, no appointment is needed. The business offers cash on the spot for items it buys, with payments described as about 30% of the store’s selling price. The women-owned store also lists clothing recycling among its services. Its entrance, parking and restroom are wheelchair accessible, and it accepts credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments. On Google, Style Encore Portage has a 4.5-star rating from 308 reviews.
4.7(193)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 193 reviews (Google rating)
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troVe is a women-owned small business and furniture store at 8639 Portage Rd in Portage, MI. The shop describes its selection as an eclectic gathering of found treasures, old and new, and lists used goods among its offerings. That mix is central to its stated emphasis on the hunt for finds. Its Google listing has a 4.7 rating from 193 reviews.
Shoppers can browse in person or use in-store pickup, and the business also lists onsite services. Delivery and same-day delivery are not available. For those planning a stop, troVe lists free parking, a wheelchair-accessible entrance, and wheelchair-accessible parking. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted. The listing also identifies the store as suitable for a quick visit, giving shoppers an option for a shorter stop as well as in-store browsing.
4.0(188)· Google4.0 out of 5 from 188 reviews (Google rating)
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Closed · opens 12:00 PM
Clothes Mentor Portage, MI is a women-owned clothing store at 649 Romence Rd in Portage, MI. Part of a resale chain, it stocks pre-owned brand-name apparel, shoes, and accessories for women. The store offers in-store shopping and in-store pickup, but does not offer delivery. Its Google rating is 4 out of 5, based on 188 reviews.
The store is listed as suitable for a quick visit and accepts credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking. A unisex restroom and Wi-Fi are available, and the business identifies itself as welcoming to LGBTQ customers. Clothing recycling is also listed among its services. Together, these details describe a resale shopping option focused on women’s clothing, with pickup, payment, and accessibility provisions for an in-person visit.
3.3(180)· Google3.3 out of 5 from 180 reviews (Google rating)
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Once Upon A Child is a children’s resale clothing store at 643 Romence Rd in Portage, MI. Part of a chain, it buys and sells gently used children’s items, including clothes, shoes, and toys. Its focus includes both shopping for secondhand items and selling used children’s goods. The store also lists clothing recycling among its services. Its Google rating is 3.3 out of 5, based on 180 reviews.
Customers can shop in the store or use curbside and in-store pickup; delivery is not available. The location is listed as suitable for a quick visit and has a free parking lot. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, and restroom. A restroom and Wi-Fi are available, and accepted payment methods include credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. The store is listed as LGBTQ-welcoming and a transgender safe space.
4.8(71)· Google4.8 out of 5 from 71 reviews (Google rating)
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Refuge Thrift is a women-owned small business and clothing store at 8700 Shaver Rd in Portage, MI. It sells used goods and offers in-store shopping and onsite services, with clothing recycling also listed among its offerings. For shoppers looking for a secondhand store in Portage, MI, these are the core services identified in the business information. Its Google listing has a 4.8 rating from 71 reviews.
The store is listed as suitable for a quick visit and accepts credit and debit cards. A wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking are available. Donation hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; that schedule is specifically for donations, rather than a stated set of shopping hours. Delivery is not available, so shoppers should plan on visiting the Shaver Road location in person.
3.1(30)· Google3.1 out of 5 from 30 reviews (Google rating)
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New Way Thrift Store at 7017 S Westnedge Ave in Portage, MI sells used goods and operates as a social enterprise of Kalamazoo Youth For Christ. All sales proceeds go directly toward YFC’s mission. The organization works with local churches and like-minded partners to reach young people and foster lifelong Christian faith, with an emphasis on godly living, devotion to the Word of God, prayer, sharing Christ’s love and social involvement.
The store offers in-store shopping and onsite services, with clothing and electronics recycling among its listed features. Free onsite parking is available, and the entrance, parking and restroom are wheelchair accessible. Credit and debit cards are accepted, and the store is listed as suitable for a quick visit. Delivery is not offered. Its Google rating is 3.1 out of 5, based on 30 reviews.
