Gresham ReStore - Habitat for Humanity
Thrift chain in North Gresham, Portland
Closed · opens 10 am today610 NE 181st Ave · map ↓
Gresham ReStore - Habitat for Humanity reviews
Habitat for Humanity ReStore selling furniture, building materials and decor; friendly staff and color-tag markdowns suit DIYers and bargain hunters, though recent reviews often call prices too high.
521 written reviews · 60% five-star · 10% one or two stars · owner replies to 86% · 24 in the past year · reviewed since 2017
- 49Friendly staffStaff described as friendly, helpful and quick; one shopper says employees are mostly nice.
- 21Wide varietyFurniture, small decor and general home items; one shopper finds it slightly disorganized.
- 7Fun to browseShoppers enjoy hunting for deals and projects; one furnished most of a living room for $50.
- 13Prices seen as highMany shoppers call items overpriced, including collectibles and a cedar chest near $400.
Selling or donating here
Its website and business listing don’t say whether it buys from the public or takes consignments. Ask before you bring anything in.
Call (503) 575-7336What shoppers mention
Themes from 521 written reviews, counted and summed up by us. One review can mention several.
What they like
- Friendly staff49 reviewsStaff described as friendly, helpful and quick; one shopper says employees are mostly nice.
- Wide variety21 reviewsFurniture, small decor and general home items; one shopper finds it slightly disorganized.
- Fun to browse7 reviewsShoppers enjoy hunting for deals and projects; one furnished most of a living room for $50.
- Friendly volunteers7 reviewsVolunteers on the floor described as pleasant, friendly and helpful.
- Knowledgeable owners4 reviewsStaff know what is in stock and are knowledgeable about home improvement.
- Good condition3 reviewsGently used kids clothing, books and DIY items described as good quality.
Prices & deals
- Fair prices6 reviewsOther shoppers find prices good and reasonable, with proceeds going to a cause.
- Color-tag sales5 reviewsColor tags give 50% or 75% off; some find the colors hard to track.
- Rewards and coupons5 reviewsRewards program, points toward cash off, daily percentage discounts, a return policy and a $5 sign-up coupon.
- Good clothing prices2 reviews
Shopping there
- New stock often2 reviews
Who comes here
- Supports a cause15 reviewsShoppers like that purchases go to a good cause.
- Crafters and DIYers6 reviewsBuilding materials and supplies used for renovation, upcycling and DIY projects.
- Budget shoppers2 reviewsSome feel it suits budget home-making; one calls prices unaffordable for low income shoppers.
- Spanish spoken2 reviewsShoppers writing in Spanish recommend it for good prices and friendly staff.
Donating
- Recommended for donating6 reviewsRecommended for donating general items and leftover remodel or building materials.
- Easy drop-off3 reviewsDrop-off described as organized, quick and simple.
Common gripes
- Prices seen as high13 reviewsMany shoppers call items overpriced, including collectibles and a cedar chest near $400.
- Cluttered aisles3 reviewsTwo reviews describe clutter and stuff on the floor; a 2026 review praises cleaner displays.
- Priced like new2 reviewsSome say the same item is cheaper new on Amazon, or sells for less on eBay.
Known for
- Building materials and DIY supplies 3 shoppers
- Furniture selection 2 shoppers
- Color-tag markdowns of 50 to 75 percent 3 shoppers
- Quick, easy donation drop-off 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 Gresham ReStore - Habitat for Humanity.
When shoppers are unhappy
We read all 16 of its one- and two-star written reviews since Oct 2023 and sorted them by reason. One review can give several.
- Prices too high3 in the last 12 months8
- Item broken, dirty or not as described2 in the last 12 months4
- Refused a return, refund or exchange1 in the last 12 months2
- Rude or unhelpful staff2 in the last 12 months2
- Closed during posted hours or hours wrongNone in the last 12 months1
- Donation turned away or rude at drop-offNone in the last 12 months1
Donating
- Donations accepted
- Appliances, furniture, home décor, housewares, building materials, cabinetry, roofing, tile, paint
- Donation pickup
- Yes. Drop-off needs no appointment; Resupply residential pickup fees start at $99
- Drop-off hours
- Until 2:00 pm Tuesdays, until 5:30 pm Wednesdays through Mondays
- Parking
- Donors are asked to bring help unloading
- Is there anything you won’t accept?
- Can I get a donation receipt?
What it sells
- FurnitureShoppers mention it · On its website · On its business listing
- ClothingShoppers mention it
- Home decor and housewaresShoppers mention it
- JewelryOn its website
Seen as high. Bargains like an $89 find and floors redone under 200 dollars; others call items overpriced, such as a cedar chest near $400.
Hours & getting there
| Monday | 10 am–6 pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 am–2 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–6 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–6 pm |
| Friday | 10 am–6 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–6 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am–6 pm |
- Payment
- Credit cards, debit cards and contactless
- Access
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance, accessible parking and accessible restroom
- At the store
- Curbside pick-up, LGBTQ+ friendly, Transgender safe space, Free parking lot, Clothing recycling
Good to know
- Bring a card; reviews from 2021-2022 say cash was not accepted. Tip from 2 shoppers
- Stock turns over often, so return in a couple of days for specific items. Tip from 2 shoppers
- Unsold items step down through color-tag discounts; check tag colors before buying. Tip from 3 shoppers
- Expect a checkout line; one shopper reports waiting 15 minutes. Tip from 2 shoppers
- Many shoppers say items are priced too high. Raised by 5 shoppers
- Some report cluttered, messy aisles with items piled up. Raised by 2 shoppers
- Open Sundays, 10 am–6 pm. Listed hours
When it’s busy
Busiest on Saturdays around 2 pm. Quietest day: Tuesday. The first hour after opening is usually the calmest. Weekends are noticeably busier than weekdays.
Typical visits by hour from its business listing, compared with the store’s own busiest hour.
In its own words
The Gresham Habitat for Humanity ReStore is a home improvement store and donation center - open to the public - that sells new and gently used furniture, home decor, appliances, building materials and more at discounted prices. Proceeds generated from the ReStore support local Habitat for Humanity homebuilding and home repair programs.
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Questions
Does Gresham ReStore - Habitat for Humanity buy secondhand items?
Its website and business listing don’t say. Call (503) 575-7336 to ask. Nearby, Copper Moon Vintage Mercantile, RERUN and Upstairs Basement buy from the public.
Does Gresham ReStore - Habitat for Humanity take donations?
Yes. Takes appliances, furniture, home décor, housewares, building materials, cabinetry, roofing, tile and paint. It also picks up large items for free.
What are Gresham ReStore - Habitat for Humanity’s opening hours?
Monday 10 am–6 pm, Tuesday 10 am–2 pm, Wednesday to Sunday 10 am–6 pm (Portland time).
Sources and dates
Its business listing and written reviews · its website (pdxrestore.org) · last updated 4 Oct 2026