Best Thrift Stores In Greenville NC
Shopping secondhand is one of the coolest things you can do for our planet & yourself!
Here are some gems all over Eastern NC! This list of thrift, antique & vintage spots is a great place to start if you're new to the area or thrifting.
The Grifton Mission, Happy's Emporium, The Big Sale, and Dickinson Avenue Antique Market are just a few of the many places in eastern North Carolina where you can find hidden treasures.
Grifton Mission
The Grifton Mission is a great place to start your thrifting journey. They have the lowest prices in the game and an abundance of dishes, clothes, furniture, and books, kid's toys, home building supplies & treasures. If you're lucky, you might stumble upon a vintage velvet and cane chair in perfect condition for only $30. Keep in mind that they only accept cash & stop by Greg's Pizza for a slice!
Located at 6927 S Highland Blvd, Grifton, NC (the old Piggly Wiggly)
Happy's Emporium, located at 543 3rd St, Ayden, NC, has different vendor booths with rotating inventory. Make sure to stop by Gwedy's Goodies while you're there for some treats. You might find a vintage San Fran mug for only $2, which is a steal.
This Heywood Wakefield table and four reupholstered chairs set from the 1950s was an exciting find!
They are located at 4268 Lee Street, Ayden, NC.
Dickinson Avenue Antique Market, located at 701 Dickinson Ave, Greenville, NC, might not necessarily be a "thrift," but it is definitely worth checking out. There are many things priced under $10, so don't skip this place if you think it's all high-priced antiques.
Supporting small businesses is equally important as shopping secondhand so be sure to stop by the Farmer's & Marker's Market across the street & one of the locally owned restaurants or brew spots while you're there!
Other Great Secondhand Stores
Greenville, NC
146 SW Greenville Blvd, Greenville, NC
The prices here have escalated significantly over the last few years but I still find reasonable, good furniture & dishes regularly. This location has lots of furniture, building materials, commercial supplies, dishes & housewares with a little bit of clothing, toys & books.
103 E Arlington Blvd #106, Greenville, NC
Love this location for furniture, dishes and books. Smaller selection but great finds.
909 Red Banks Rd, Greenville, NC
One of my favorite places for art & unique homewares.
3700-A S. Memorial Drive, Greenville, NC
Newly opened in Feb 2023, I haven’t been but I love the location in Goldsboro!
701 Dickinson Avenue, Greenville, NC
Not a thrift but plenty under $10. Some of the finds of my life here, 80’s ET doll, oil paintings, and lots of vintage beach art & decor.
Winterville, NC
4735 Reedy Branch Rd, Winterville, NC
Love this little spot too. 50’s green tool box in excellent condition, filing cabinets and lots of small treasures found here.
241 Forlines Rd, Winterville, NC
Not a thrift, mostly antique furniture and a small women’s clothing booth.
171 Cooper St, Winterville, NC
A step back in time, I’ve found great vintage kitchen tools including delicate spice jars & a 1940’s hula girl bottle opener with tassel skirt.
Farmville, NC
103 N. Main St. Farmville, NC
Great dish finds here.
3743 S Main St, Farmville, NC
Not a thrift but a great spot to look for specific antiques. Favorite fines include vintage Christmas ornaments and a woman’s painted portrait.
3760 S Main St, Farmville, NC
LOVE this place, not a thrift but it’s beautiful and full of great finds. Favorites include a small victorian rug & extra large 1970’s portrait painting.
Rusty Rails Antique & Flea Market
3528 B, S Fields St, Farmville, NC
Haven’t been but want to visit soon!
Vintage Point: Toys & Collectibles
3722 N Main St, Farmville, NC
Not a thrift, great collection.
Ayden, NC
534 E. 3rd St, Ayden, NC
Most of my mug collection is from this sweet spot.
4038 N. Lee Street, Ayden, NC
Smells like cigarettes but I love that from time to time. Lots to pick through.
This N’ That
520 A E. 3rd St, Ayden, NC
A fun thrift spot with a little bit of everything.
4268 Lee St, Ayden, NC
I miss their big warehouse Winterville location and haven’t found anything for myself at this one yet but you should stop in to see for yourself, a little bit of everything.
Beulaville, NC
312 E. Main St, Belleville, NC
Such a treasure! I found this place when I had work out that way & found armfuls of things to come home with each time I stopped. Very nicely curated.
Grifton, NC
6927 S. Highland Blvd.
This was my thrifting Mecca for a long time. So many great finds for dirt cheap prices. They have an abundance of everything and you may have to do some digging but one of my favorites still. Bring cash!
Frigidaire Appliance Outlet, Corner of Queen St & Brooks Alley, Grifton, NC
So I can’t find the name of this place anywhere and I’ll be sure to ask the next time I’m in but I love this thrift as much as the Mission. Smaller but great selection and a little of everything. Stop by while you’re at the Shad Festival, they’re always open!
Kinston, NC
2900 W. Vernon Ave, Kinston, NC
Haven’t been in so long but want to revisit now that I’m updating this list!
1303 S Queen St, Kinston, NC 28504
Different vendor booths, great selection.
258 South Flea Market (permanently closed)
1766 Hwy 258 South, Kinston, NC 28504
So sad this spot is no longer. I still regret not buying the brass armadillo I saw there.
Tarboro, NC
402 Chestnut St, Tarboro, NC
Haven’t been but looks great!
134 River Oaks Drive, Tarboro, NC
420 N. Main St, Tarboro, NC
Not a thrift but secondhand & so nicely curated.
Rocky Mount, Wilson, Washington, NC & smaller towns, Coming Soon!
If you're looking for unique items and have some patience, thrifting is definitely for you. Keep in mind that these places might have limited hours or only accept cash, so make sure to check ahead before visiting. Happy thrifting!
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