Who doesn’t love the deal?
The Peoria area has a large selection of second-hand stores, from classic Salvation Army-style thrift stores to high-end resale stores.
They offer everything from clothing to household items, toys, books, and “bric-a-brac”.
Here are some second-hand shops in the Peoria area that are sure to please bargain hunters. Many of them offer daily deals and discounts – check their websites for details.
Peoria
Baby Shoppe: 1800 Knoxville Ave. Hours of Operation: Mon-Sun, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Phone: (309) 685-5027. Website: baby-shoppe.business.site. Specializing in infant and toddler clothing, the small, well-stocked Baby Shoppe was once housed at 2100 Knoxville Ave.
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Church mouse: 600 West Main Street business hours: Tue-Fri, 10AM-4PM; Saturday, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Phone: (309) 673-2363. Website: facebook.com/ChurchMousePeoria. The convenience store offers a variety of donated items, including clothing, home décor, kitchenware, books, and crafts.
clothing teacher: 2601 W. Lake Ave. hours: Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday, 12-5 p.m. Phone: (309) 5555687. Website: peoriail.clothesmentor.com. The Resale Apparel chain offers pre-owned women’s clothing, shoes and accessories.
late in fashion Opening Hours 5832 Knoxville Ave. Monday to Friday, 10 am to 6 pm; Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Phone: (309) 282-6029. Website: facebook.com/FashionablyLateConsignment. The resale store in Junction City Shopping Center offers women’s and children’s clothing, shoes, and accessories.
Forever Home Resale Store: 3809 N. Sterling Ave. Hours of Operation: Wed – Sat, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Phone: (309) 868-7543. Website: facebook.com/petsforseniors. The convenience store sells household items and pet supplies. All profits go to support the Seniors Pet Program.
God’s Mission Provision Store: 113 E. McClure Ave. Hours of Operation: Mon – Sat, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Phone: (309) 686-1078. Website: godsmissioninc.org/thrift-store. God’s message offers furniture, household goods, appliances, electronics, books, clothing, and yes, bric-a-brac.
good intention: 3905 North University Street: Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Phone: (309) 688-4408. Website: goodwillpeo.org. Goodwill is the gold standard for thrift stores: extended and inexpensive. Shops offer clothing, household items, small furnishings, books, toys, and furnishings galore.
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good intention: 1409 W Pioneer Parkway. Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 8 pm; Sunday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Phone: (309) 692-1547. Website: goodwillpeo.org.
Restoring Habitat to Humanity: 3015 N. Sterling Ave. Hours of Operation: Tues-Sat 9am-5pm Phone: 309-676-6299. Website: Habitpeoria.org/restore/shop. The store offers furniture, home décor and building supplies.
Moxie Resell: 929 North Sheridan Street. Opening hours: Tuesday – Friday, 10 am – 6 pm; Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Phone: (309) 713-2887. Website: facebook.com/Moxies-ReSale-141912842602649. This convenient consignment shop in the restored Sunbeam building offers both classic and contemporary women’s clothing.
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Plato Peoria wardrobe: 1405 W. Glen Ave. Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 10 am to 8 pm; Sunday, 12-6 p.m. Phone: (309) 685-8888. Website: platoscloset.com/locations/peoria-il. The chain of resale stores buys and sells trendy used clothing for teens and young adults.
re: 121 E. Lake Ave. Opening hours: Monday, 10am-5pm; tuesday – wednesday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.; Thursday – Friday, 10 am – 5 pm; Saturday, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Phone: (309) 966-4600. Website: facebook.com/Replay-Tots-to-Teens-Consignment-255090744566535. The small but well-stocked consignment store offers children’s clothing, books, and sporting goods, as well as a $1 selection.
South Side Mission Thrift Store: 603 E. War Memorial Drive. Hours of Operation: Monday – Saturday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Phone: (309) 839-1670. Website: southsidemission.org/stores. Formerly an Aldi location, the South Side Mission Thrift Store offers clothing, home goods, books, toys, and more.
Two sisters and store: 121 E. Lake Ave. Opening hours: Tuesday – Thursday, 10 am – 5 pm; friday – saturday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Phone: (309) 839-2286. Website: twosistersandawarehouse.com. The consignment store houses more than 110 stalls selling clothing, handicrafts, merchandise, and antiques. Donna Jean Cafe serves lunch from Tuesday to Saturday from 11am to 3pm
East Peoria
enough things: 422 E. Washington Street, Suite 100. Opening hours: Tuesday, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.; Wed – Fri, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturday 6-12 pm Website: facebook.com/profile.php?id=100039301797247. The thrift store and community space offer free items. Monthly memberships are available. Donations are accepted.
More on the site: Merchandise is free at the new thrift store in East Peoria powered by subscriptions and donations
good intention: Main Street 210h business hours: Monday to Saturday, 9am to 8pm; Sunday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Phone: (309) 694-3844. Website: goodwillpeo.org.
Peoria Heights
Help Hands Resale Shoppe: 1003 E. War Memorial Drive, Peoria Heights. Hours of Operation: Tues-Sat 10am-5pm Phone: 309-419-3366. Website: helphandsresale.com/peoria-heights. Helping Hands is a thrift store in the context of the Salvation Army, offering clothing, household items, books, toys and more.
Chillicothe
Help Hands Resale Shoppe: 1259 North Fourth Street Opening Hours: Tue-Sat 10am-5pm Phone: (309) 274-2885. Website: helphandsresale.com/chillicothe.
Morton
South Side Mission Thrift Store: 2125 South Main Street Opening Hours: Mon – Sat 9am-6pm Phone: (309) 670-1176. Website: southsidemission.org/stores.
Beijing
good intention: 3245 Court Street, Beijing. Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 8 pm; Sunday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Phone: (309) 347-6201. Website: goodwillpeo.org.
Washington
good intention: 301 in Cummings Lane. Hours of Operation: Monday – Sunday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Phone: (309) 444-9232. Website: goodwillpeo.org.
