Buffalo Exchange
Resale chain in Portland Downtown · One of two Buffalo Exchange stores in Portland
Closed · opens 11 am today1036 W Burnside St · map ↓
Buffalo Exchange reviews
Small, packed resale shop with trendy, edited stock and mostly friendly staff; prices split opinion, and sellers report low offers, waits and a cash-versus-credit gap.
335 written reviews · 36% five-star · 27% one or two stars · 37 in the past year · reviewed since 2010
- 42Friendly staffStaff described as kind, helpful and attentive, including to people selling items
- 25Wide varietyGood range of clothes and shoes, even for a small store
- 7Well-chosen stockBuyers pick stock for style, giving stylish, sometimes outlandish items at above-thrift prices
- 23Prices seen as highMany call it overpriced for used, stained or lower-quality clothing
Selling or donating here
Its website and business listing don’t say whether it accepts donations. Ask before you bring anything in.
Call (503) 222-3418What shoppers mention
Themes from 335 written reviews, counted and summed up by us. One review can mention several.
What they like
- Friendly staff42 reviewsStaff described as kind, helpful and attentive, including to people selling items
- Wide variety25 reviewsGood range of clothes and shoes, even for a small store
- Well-chosen stock7 reviewsBuyers pick stock for style, giving stylish, sometimes outlandish items at above-thrift prices
- One-of-a-kind finds4 reviewsCool vintage and unusual pieces turn up among a diverse range of goods
- Fun to browse4 reviewsShoppers say a little digging always turns up something they like
- Good atmosphere2 reviewsMusic playing makes for a pleasant shopping environment
Prices & deals
- Good clothing prices14 reviewsSome score bargains like a sweater for $9; others see poor value
- Fair prices6 reviewsOthers find prices reasonable and affordable, especially for consignment-style clothing
- Cheap name brands2 reviewsPricey brands are available at lower prices, mixed with generic items
Shopping there
- Small store9 reviewsA little shop with a small space that can feel overcrowded
- Wide size range2 reviewsOne notes a wide range of sizes; another assumed xl/xxl tops and 42/30 pants were not carried
Who comes here
- Worth a trip4 reviewsTravelers stop in; one driver from Salem was disappointed by a $30 credit offer
- Regular stop2 reviewsRegulars drop in when in the area to look for deals
Selling to them
- Cash or store credit5 reviewsSellers choose cash or larger store credit, such as 30% cash versus 50% credit; some find the gap unfair
Common gripes
- Prices seen as high23 reviewsMany call it overpriced for used, stained or lower-quality clothing
- Cluttered aisles9 reviewsCramped, packed racks make moving around, paying and asking questions hard
- Rude staff4 reviewsSome sellers report rude, stuck-up or disrespectful employees
- High for secondhand3 reviewsSeen as pricey for a thrift or secondhand shop
Known for
- Edited, stylish secondhand clothing 3 shoppers
- Vintage and one-of-a-kind pieces 2 shoppers
- Buying clothes for cash or store credit 3 shoppers
- Friendly, helpful staff 3 shoppers
A good fit for
From written reviews on its business listing, up to 29 Sep 2026. We check every theme against the reviews before we show it.
How it compares in Portland
Each dot is one of 127 Portland stores with 20+ written reviews. The big dot is Buffalo Exchange.
When shoppers are unhappy
We read all 32 of its one- and two-star written reviews since Oct 2023 and sorted them by reason. One review can give several.
- Lowballed or turned away when selling8 in the last 12 months14
- Prices too high6 in the last 12 months13
- Rude or unhelpful staff7 in the last 12 months10
- Item broken, dirty or not as described1 in the last 12 months5
- Unclear or unfair store policies (bags, fees, minimums)2 in the last 12 months4
- Dirty, smelly or cluttered store3 in the last 12 months4
Selling & consigning
- Pays
- For clothing: 25% of selling price in cash or 50% in trade
- Consignment split
- 50% in cash
- Payout
- After the item sells
- Holds
- Up to 5 non-sale items for 24 hours
- Payment
- Trade cards never expire; take cash, trade or a mix when selling
- Selling by mail
- Discontinued; bags postmarked after April 11, 2021 may be processed or donated
- Do you pay cash or store credit, and how much of the resale price?
- What don’t you buy right now?
- Do I need an appointment, or can I walk in?
- What is the split, and when and how do I get paid?
- How long do items stay out, and what happens if they don’t sell?
What it sells
- ClothingShoppers mention it · Listed as a used clothing store
- Vintage clothingShoppers mention it
Seen as high. Complaints cite a $24 Zara shirt, a $25 scarf, a $15 tank and $60 worn shoes; others report bargains like a $9 sweater.
Hours & getting there
| Monday | 11 am–8 pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 11 am–7 pm |
- Payment
- Credit cards, debit cards and contactless
- Access
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- At the store
- Fitting room, LGBTQ+ friendly, Clothing recycling
Good to know
- Store credit pays out more than cash when selling Tip from 4 shoppers
- Expect only part of what you bring to be bought Tip from 3 shoppers
- Used items, including stained or cheap-brand ones, priced above what shoppers expect Raised by 4 shoppers
- Cramped aisles and slow checkout on busy days Raised by 3 shoppers
- Open Sundays, 11 am–7 pm. Listed hours
When it’s busy
Busiest on Thursdays around 7 pm. Quietest day: Friday. The first hour after opening is usually the calmest.
Typical visits by hour from its business listing, compared with the store’s own busiest hour.
In its own words
Resale store where you sell clothes for cash or trade and shop secondhand fashion, including clothing, accessories and jewelry.
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Questions
Does Buffalo Exchange buy secondhand items?
Yes. Buys clothing: 25% of selling price in cash or 50% in trade.
Does Buffalo Exchange take donations?
Its website and business listing don’t say. Call (503) 222-3418 to ask. Nearby, Goodwill Industries of the Columbia Willamette, Goodwill Industries of the Columbia Willamette and William Temple House Thrift Store take donations.
What are Buffalo Exchange’s opening hours?
Monday to Saturday 11 am–8 pm, Sunday 11 am–7 pm (Portland time).
Sources and dates
Its business listing and written reviews · its website (buffaloexchange.com) · last updated 4 Oct 2026