Thrift Stores in Columbia, SC
30 thrift, secondhand, and charity stores tracked in the greater Columbia area. Dressing yourself and your home for a fraction of retail is one of the fastest ways to stretch a tight budget — no credit check, no questions, cash works everywhere.
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Columbia at a Glance
30
Thrift stores tracked in metro
7
National chain locations listed
23+
Local independent shops listed
9
Listings with phone on file
Thrift Store Chains in Columbia (7 locations)
Phone: (803) 708-0308Hours: Sun 11:00-18:00, Mon 10:00-21:00, Tue 10:00-21:00, Wed 10:00-21:00, Thu 10:00-21:00, Fri 10:00-21:00, Sat 10:00-21:00[Winmark brands (Plato's Closet, Once Upon A Child, Play It Again Sports, Style Encore, Music Go Round)]
Phone: 803-419-8303Hours: Sun 13:00-17:30, Mon 10:00-19:30, Tue 10:00-19:30, Wed 10:00-19:30, Thu 10:00-19:30, Fri 10:00-19:30, Sat 10:00-19:30[Winmark brands (Plato's Closet, Once Upon A Child, Play It Again Sports, Style Encore, Music Go Round)]
Phone: 803-732-7887Hours: Sun 11:00-19:00, Mon 9:00-20:00, Tue 9:00-20:00, Wed 9:00-20:00, Thu 9:00-20:00, Fri 9:00-20:00, Sat 9:00-20:00[Winmark brands (Plato's Closet, Once Upon A Child, Play It Again Sports, Style Encore, Music Go Round)]
Phone: 803-732-1061Hours: Sun 11:00-18:00, Mon 10:00-21:00, Tue 10:00-21:00, Wed 10:00-21:00, Thu 10:00-21:00, Fri 10:00-21:00, Sat 10:00-21:00[Winmark brands (Plato's Closet, Once Upon A Child, Play It Again Sports, Style Encore, Music Go Round)]
Phone: 803-509-8588Hours: Sun 11:00-18:00, Mon 10:00-21:00, Tue 10:00-21:00, Wed 10:00-21:00, Thu 10:00-21:00, Fri 10:00-21:00, Sat 10:00-21:00[Winmark brands (Plato's Closet, Once Upon A Child, Play It Again Sports, Style Encore, Music Go Round)]
Phone: 803-788-4320Hours: Sun 11:00-18:00, Mon 10:00-20:00, Tue 10:00-20:00, Wed 10:00-20:00, Thu 10:00-20:00, Fri 10:00-20:00, Sat 10:00-20:00[Winmark brands (Plato's Closet, Once Upon A Child, Play It Again Sports, Style Encore, Music Go Round)]
Phone: (803) 936-0088[Habitat for Humanity ReStore]
Local & Independent Thrift Stores in Columbia
Phone: +1-803-736-5446;+1-803-736-5468Hours: Tu-Sa 10:00-18:00
Goodwill
Hours: Mo-Sa 09:00-17:00; Su off[Oliver Gospel Ministry]
Gentleman's Closet
Revente
4Paws
Thrift Store
Thrift Store
Goodwill
[Goodwill]
HIS House Thrift Shop
Thrifty Treasures
Goodwill
[Goodwill]
Humana
[Humana]
Good As New
Goodwill
[Goodwill]
Goodwill
[Goodwill]
The Exchange
Goodwill
[Goodwill]
His House
Palmetto Thrift Store
How to Pay Even Less at Columbia Thrift Stores
- Shop the tag sales. Most chains discount a rotating color tag 25–50% on specific days. Church and charity shops often run half-off weekends.
- Go midweek morning. New donations hit the floor after weekend drop-offs. Monday–Wednesday usually has the freshest stock.
- Ask about fill-a-bag days. Many independent shops sell a standard bag of clothes for a flat $5–10 on slow days.
- Check outlet/clearance locations. Some chains (notably Goodwill outlets) sell by the pound — roughly $1.50–2.50/lb for clothing.
- Donate before you shop. Your donations support the mission, and a receipt from a 501(c)(3) shop is tax-deductible.
- Inspect before buying. Check zippers, seams, and appliance cords. Most thrift sales are final — no returns.
Stretching a Tight Budget in Columbia
If you are rebuilding after a record, eviction, bankruptcy, or recovery, secondhand stores cover the essentials first — work clothes, interview outfits, kitchen goods, furniture — without credit checks or financing. Pair them with food banks in your city for groceries, second chance banking to keep more of your paycheck, and felony-friendly job leads for income. Some communities also run clothing closets that give clothes free with a referral — 211 can point you to the nearest one.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many thrift stores are in Columbia, SC?
Our directory tracks 30 thrift, secondhand, and charity stores in the greater Columbia area, including 7 national chain locations and 23+ local independent shops on this page. New stores open and hours change, so call ahead before a long trip.
Which thrift store chains are in Columbia?
Columbia has Winmark brands, Habitat for Humanity ReStore. Winmark brands (Plato's Closet, Once Upon A Child, Play It Again Sports, Style Encore, Music Go Round) is the most represented chain here with 6 locations in our directory.
Is there a Goodwill in Columbia, SC?
Yes — Goodwill stores appear in our Columbia directory above. Goodwill is a nonprofit: donated goods are sold to fund job training and employment programs. Most stores also offer discount days and a color-tag rotation.
Can I get furniture and household items cheap in Columbia?
Yes. Habitat for Humanity ReStore sells donated furniture, appliances, and building materials at a fraction of retail — proceeds fund home builds. It is listed above along with other secondhand furniture options in the Columbia area.
Do thrift stores in my city have sales or discount days?
Most chains run a color-tag or day-of-week discount system — 25–50% off certain tags on certain days. Savers/Value Village runs club-member coupons, and many charity shops mark down older stock weekly. Ask at the register for the store's discount schedule.
Can I donate clothes and household items in Columbia?
Yes. Most stores above accept donations during open hours — some, like Goodwill and Savers, have attended donation doors. Ask for a donation receipt: thrift-store donations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits are tax-deductible. Do not donate recalled or non-working items.
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Disclaimer: This is informational only, not legal advice. Store hours, locations, and discount policies change frequently. Listings are compiled from chain store locators and OpenStreetMap as of the date above — always call ahead before traveling to a specific store.
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