Thrift Stores in Virginia's Blue Ridge

Get ready to shop until you drop while keeping your wallet happy when you visit popular thrift stores in the Roanoke Region in Virginia’s Blue Ridge.

From quaint, local thrift shops and boutiques to nationally known thrift stores, spend time thrifting for unique jewelry, a new wardrobe, artwork, baby necessities, and even sporting and outdoor gear.

We’ve got the scoop on planning your own shopping getaway to visit thrift stores in the Roanoke, VA, area.

Locally Owned Thrift Stores

At the 2nd Helpings Gallery & Resale Shop, art lovers can admire local fine art on display and browse upscale treasures as there’s an art gallery and a store under the same roof. This outfitter is owned by the Rescue Mission of Roanoke, which also offers more shopping at Thrift 460 where you can find anything from gently used jewelry to toys and everything in between. 

In Roanoke’s historic Grandin Village, the New to Me Consignment Boutique is home to unique furniture, funky collectibles, and an ever-changing stock, making every visit feel like it's your first time there. 

New to Me Consignment Boutique - Roanoke, Virginia

Find all things women’s fashion and home decor at BloomingDeals, located in Rocky Mount in Franklin County.  

For an upscale consignment shopping experience, be sure to check out Hidden Treasures Consignment Boutique, where you can find designer items and gowns for special occasions.

Also, in Grandin Village, book lovers can get lost in between the shelves at Too Many Books, which serves as home to 50,000 gently used books. From out-of-print texts to military history, children’s books, and vintage paperbacks, the store also has book-related posters, dolls, and collectibles.

Too Many Books - Grandin Village - Roanoke

Similar to Too Many Books, Wonderous Books & More is another locally-owned used book store located along Historic Main Street in Downtown Salem, and you can also peruse the selection at Book No Further across from the City Market Building in Downtown Roanoke.

Wonderous Books & More - Salem, Virginia

If you’re searching for furniture, don’t miss a visit to Creative C.A.T. Consignment. Here, you’ll find second-hand treasures ranging from antiques to modern-day furnishings. The store also partners with Roanoke artists by selling local arts and crafts in-store.

Outdoor Enthusiasts can find used outdoor gear and apparel at Roanoke Mountain Adventures, which offers consigned items in addition to their large selection of new goodies.

Roanoke Mountain Adventures - Consignment Shop 

Nationally Known Thrift Stores

For shoppers who prefer to shop nationally known thrift stores, Virginia is home to familiar names, too. 

At Play It Again Sports, shop from used outdoor equipment and sports gear to golf clubs to mountain bikes and exercise equipment. Shop their selection of quality disc golf equipment and visit one of our area courses.

New parents and shoppers who love a family bargain will want to make time to shop at Once Upon a Child. Here, shoppers can take advantage of second-hand pricing on strollers, cribs, toys, and a large variety of clothes ranging from newborn to teen sizes.

With eight stores located throughout Virginia’s Blue Ridge, don’t miss visiting Goodwill Industries of the Valleys. With ‘new to you’ items coming in each day, every visit means finding new treasures.

At Plato's Closet in Roanoke, shoppers can find the latest fashions for teens and twenty-somethings, with most of the clothes coming from retail stores within the last year. Browse accessories and men’s and women’s designer fashions to create yourself a new wardrobe. 


With a variety of thrift stores and antique shops found throughout the region, shopping in Roanoke has never been more fun and affordable. Visit us and find shopping treasures on your next getaway to Virginia’s Blue Ridge.