The Salvation Army Thrift Store New York, NY

Thrift store

  • 4

    on Google

  • 190

    Reviews

  • Review Summary:

    With a rating of 3.7 out of 5 from 190 reviews, this thrift store offers a mixed experience. While many shoppers appreciate the variety and pricing, some have noted areas for improvement in customer service. Expect a solid selection of second-hand goods, particularly clothing and furniture.

  • Best For:

    Bargain hunters and vintage enthusiasts looking for quality second-hand items.

  • Best Shopping Times:

    Weekdays during the morning hours are recommended for a quieter shopping experience, while weekends may be busier but offer a wider selection due to higher turnover.

  • Store Neighborhood:

    Located in a vibrant part of Manhattan, the store is easily accessible with paid street parking available. The area is generally perceived as safe during the day, with nearby cafes and boutiques enhancing the shopping experience.

  • Reseller Notes:

    Reseller-friendly: Yes. The store offers a good selection of items at reasonable prices, making it profitable for resellers. Regular restocking is evident, and competition from other resellers is medium due to the store's location in a popular area.

  • Areas Needed For Improvement:

    Enhancing customer service training could improve the shopping experience, and increasing the variety of electronics could attract more tech-savvy shoppers.

  • Standout Features:

    Diverse inventory, clean and organized layout, competitive pricing.

  • Other Thrift Stores Nearby

    Goodwill, Housing Works Thrift Shop (approx. 1.5 miles), Buffalo Exchange (approx. 2 miles)

  • Overall Score

    8

  • Name Brand Selection

    6

Top Ratings

  • Fresh Restock

    8

  • Qualilty

    4

  • Reseller Competition

    6

  • Shoe Selection

    7

  • Price

    8

  • Books & Media

    5

  • Accessibility Rating

    8

  • Electronic Selection

    6

  • Organization

    7

  • Vintage Finds

    7

  • Furniture Quality

    7

  • Neighborhood Safety

    7

  • Customer Service

    7

  • Underpriced Items

    7

** About these ratings: Our category scores (1–10) are generated from a blend of public review data, store information, and neighborhood context, with the store’s Google rating and total review count serving as the baseline. Where details are missing, we use conservative, evidence‑based estimates—Quality (reported 1–5) is normalized to a 10‑point scale. The Thrift Map Rating aggregates categories using the following weights: Inventory Selection (20%), Quality (20%), Pricing (15%), Customer Service (15%), Organization (10%), Store Atmosphere (10%), Accessibility Rating (5%), Neighborhood Safety (5%); results are rounded to one decimal. These scores are informational, may not reflect current conditions, and are not endorsed by or affiliated with the listed businesses. Spot an error? Please let us know so we can review and update.