Thrifting Manhattan? We’re beyond SoHo about it. Who would’ve thought a neighborhood once known as Hell’s Hundred Acres would now be known for its hundreds of acres of amazing thrift shops?
Okay, so maybe that’s not exactly what Manhattan is best known for but it should be!
You’d be surprised by how many thrift stores are wedged between those high-end boutiques and cast iron buildings but that’s true of all NYC thrift stores.
So, grab your reusable tote, brush up on some thrift shopping tips (video highlights below), put on some cobblestone-friendly walking shoes, and see the best thrift stores in SoHo (or a second hand stone’s throw away) for yourself.
Exploring Manhattan Thrift Stores, NYC
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- Funny Pretty Nice Jump to store
- 2nd Street Jump to store
- The RealReal Jump to store
- AuH2O Jump to store
- K.L.Thrift Store Jump to store
- Hamlet’s Vintage Jump to store
- Mothership Thrift Jump to store
- Thrift NYC Jump to store
- Crossroads Trading Jump to store
- The Quality Mending Co. Jump to store
Best Thrift Shops In SoHo
The Reshop
The ReShop has a mission to “improve quality of Earth for Earth” by recycling, reusing, and… reworking?
This unique SoHo thrift store has their very own selection of reworked “1 of 1” pieces that you won’t find anywhere else, including stylized Carhartt Jackets and patched up denim jeans. And a number of pre-loved vintage band tees, coats, caps and more.
Affordable 90’s streetwear, anybody? Vintage Levi’s ring up for $40 a pop and band tees are around $17 (which is quite cheap compared to other curated shops). Top your look off with one of their $35 caps and you’ll be the hippest street goer in Manhattan.
Price Range: $–$$
Funny Pretty Nice
When it comes to SoHo thrifting, we always look for Funny Pretty Nice things. And so do many social media influencers and celebrities, apparently!
Created in the name of sustainability, the women-owned small shop shares love for everything vintage and circular fashion.
Each garment is hand selected and sourced ethically from around the globe, with many pieces coming directly from the hottest fashion capital itself, London. In true Y2K fashion, baby tees, printed pants, fur coats, and short skirts are in no shortage at this best SoHO thrift shop.
Though, rare vintage and designer pieces can only be found in their online store.
Price Range: $–$$$
2nd Street
Say ‘konichiwa!’ to slow fashion the second you stroll through the door of 2nd Street. Among their shelves you’ll find an eclectic mix of on-trend, designer, and hip styles inspired by the fashion forward stylings of Japan, where this second hand chain was born.
Metallic puffer jackets and reworked patchwork vintage flannel shirts are just a couple examples of the hip things you’ll find here. They have three different Manhattan storefronts, but locals widely agree that their SoHo thrift store is the best, in terms of store aesthetics and range.
If you feel sad about all the unique outfits that don’t end up in your cart, don’t. Even if they don’t get snatched up by other style-savvy New Yorkers, 2nd Street’s Hand2Hand’s project will ensure they’ll go to a good cause—like cleaning up oil spills.
Price Range: $–$$$
The RealReal
Not only is The RealReal one of our favorite second hand stores to visit online, but they’re also one of the best thrift stores SoHo offers!
This luxury consignment retailer specializes in all things Gucci and glamorous.
Looking to channel your inner Carrie Fisher? They’re the perfect place to feed your shoe addiction and score a pair of her iconic blue Manolo Blahnik heels for a price even on an actual writer’s salary.
All men’s and women’s clothing and accessories are professionally authenticated before being allowed on the shelves. To prove they offer truly top notch designer styles, they’re even partnered with major Netflix series Emily in Paris to provide outfits for the characters who work in the Paris fashion industry.
Price Range: $–$$
Best Thrift Shops In Manhattan (Near Soho)
AuH2O
AuH2O is like water to the Manhattan thrift scene; it’s cheap and you can’t live without it.
The East Village shop sells an eclectic mix of women’s used clothing and vintage accessories, including funky favorites like celestial crop tops, crochet bucket hats, and jeweled animal brooches. We’d expect nothing less from the women-owned “thriftique”.
With permanent $5 and $10 racks, and plenty of items under $30, AuH20 is one of our favorite cheap thrift stores in SoHo. And, via Depop, Etsy, and Instagram, you can shop online, too.
Price Range: $-$$
K.L.Thrift Store
Even further south of Houston Street, Nestled near the outskirts of Chinatown, K.L. Thrift Store provides an immersive thrift experience for all. Though it’s not for the easily overwhelmed because the shelves are jam packed!
The lively Asian-owned store is buzzing with a colorful array of goodies, everything from headphones to lamps to ceramic statues to screwdrivers and more.
There are plenty of garment gems to be found too, like deadstock vintage jeans and designer bags.
If that wasn’t enough to lure you in, perhaps their cuddly cat will!
Price Range: $–$$$
Hamlet’s Vintage
Hamlet’s Vintage: to be or not to be one of the best vintage stores near SoHo? (Okay, so technically they’re a little north of SoHo, but if you’re in the neighborhood, it’s well worth the detour to So-Hop on by).
With the largest collection of vintage pieces in Greenwich Village, we’d say to be. Though we’ll warn you that this is THE most expensive of the SoHO thrift stores NY has to offer.
Because a 90’s vintage Dolce & Gabbana wool coat won’t come cheap anywhere you go. A shining example of just one of the many true vintage designer pieces you can find on their racks.
Cue up Macklemore’s Thrift Shop for an idea of what exactly this store looks like (hint: there are a lot of fur coats, which is the only way we suggest scoring a fur jacket, since it won’t lead to any more animal lives being sacrificed).
Price Range: $$–$$$
Mothership Thrift
Family-owned and brimming with personality, Mothership Thrift (aka Mother Thrift) has quickly carved out a name for itself among the best Lower East Side vintage shops.
The mother-daughter duo behind the store curate an eclectic mix of retro furniture, nostalgic clutter, vintage clothing, books, and art. Each piece chosen with New York apartments (think narrow stairwells and six-floor walk-ups) in mind.
With all 5 star reviews, thrift shoppers rave about the fair pricing, cozy atmosphere, and the owner’s warm and welcoming vibe. From statement boots and vintage denim to quirky homewares (yes, even a raccoon bowl or two), every visit feels like a treasure hunt.
There’s also a dollar bin for those who love the thrill of a budget-friendly find, making this a spot where practicality meets playful absurdity.
Price Range: $-$$
Thrift NYC
We know your day in SoHo is already packed, but try to make a quick trip north to make time for the cult classic Thrift NYC.
The beloved thrift chain is home to some seriously cool finds—as in ‘vintage leather Corsa racing jackets, leather pants, and cowboy boots’ type cool.
Everything is organized based on color and clothing item, making it easy to find exactly what you’re looking for and comparing it to similar options.
Most garments start around $20 to $30, though many fall closer to the $75 range which, we’d gladly pay for a pair of Vintage Garfield overalls.
Price Range: $–$$
Crossroads Trading
Crossroads Trading is the crossroad for pre-loved garments, amazing accessories, and stylish shoes.
Similar to Plato’s Closet, the global thrift store chain buys on-trend clothing from customers for cash or store credit.
Since items are stocked based on trendiness, you’ll likely run into more casual pieces and brands, although they carry some designer brands on consignment. And, affordable prices might we add.
Crossroads Trading is a particular SJ favorite because sustainability is high on its radar. The shop uses environmentally friendly cleaning products, disposes of clothing properly, and pursues sustainability certifications for their stores.
The Quality Mending Co.
Some of the best second hand stores are the ones that hand curate their collections. Like The Quality Mending Co.!
The trendy thrift shop sports vintage Americana vibes, with rows of quirky sports, military, and work clothing, mostly in men’s sizes.
Retro sunglasses, beanies, and vintage guitars are also to be found.
Though some accessories aren’t true vintage, but rather vintage inspired pieces designed by local artists (which is what they stock on Etsy).
Price Range: $$–$$$
Why Go Thrifting SoHo & Beyond?
In New York…
Concrete jungle where… textile waste is made of?
New Yorkers generate a whopping 200,000 tons of clothing waste a year, enough to mirror the Empire State Building.
Most of which could have easily been reworn or patched up!
Just the thought of all those abandoned clothing items out there make us want to cry—especially considering how many people are in need.
In the age of fast-fashion and rapid cycling, it’s important now more than ever to think consciously about our clothing purchases (and disposals).
Despite the green city fighting hard against fast fashion, it is ultimately up to us consumers to drive supply and demand chains with their dollars.
Visiting these thrift stores in SoHo and beyond is one of the easiest ways to avoid fast fashion while still staying up to par with New York fashion trends.
Hailey is a full-time world traveler and a part-time content writer with a Bachelor’s Degree in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation from the University of Florida. She loves exploring the world by participating in local sustainability projects. Her project highlights include volunteering at a farm animal sanctuary in Hawaii, a butterfly biodiversity garden in Laos, and an ethical elephant sanctuary in Thailand. All experiences which have further developed her passion for universal animal welfare and advocacy. In her free time you might find her cuddling stray animals, hand crafting, café hopping, and literally hugging trees.
