Monticello Antique Marketplace
Antique mall in Southeast Portland
Closed · opens 10 am today8600 SE Stark St · map ↓
Monticello Antique Marketplace reviews
Large Portland-area antique mall with many vendors, wide variety, plants and an on-site cafe. Friendly staff and well-chosen booths stand out, though some find prices high.
439 written reviews · 78% five-star · 3% one or two stars · owner replies to 26% · 45 in the past year · reviewed since 2013
- 54Friendly staffStaff and owners come across as cheerful, polite, welcoming and helpful; one shopper was remembered on a second visit.
- 52Wide varietyJewelry, plants, art, furniture, books, clothing and outdoor items all under one roof.
- 26Dealer varietyMany vendors, each with a good set-up and new items often.
- 9Prices seen as highSome booths seen as overpriced, with prices mixed; one shopper browses but rarely buys.
Selling or donating here
Its website and business listing don’t say whether it buys from the public, takes consignments or accepts donations. Ask before you bring anything in.
Call (503) 256-8600What shoppers mention
Themes from 439 written reviews, counted and summed up by us. One review can mention several.
What they like
- Friendly staff54 reviewsStaff and owners come across as cheerful, polite, welcoming and helpful; one shopper was remembered on a second visit.
- Wide variety52 reviewsJewelry, plants, art, furniture, books, clothing and outdoor items all under one roof.
- Dealer variety26 reviewsMany vendors, each with a good set-up and new items often.
- Fun to browse22 reviewsShoppers almost always find something and enjoy the thrill of the hunt on each visit.
- Well-chosen stock14 reviewsBooths arranged with care and vendors chosen well, with well-preserved items.
- One-of-a-kind finds14 reviewsOdd, rare and vintage pieces, from decor to unusual items you did not know you wanted.
Prices & deals
- Fair prices6 reviewsSome call prices fair or reasonable, plants included; one shopper notes little room for haggling.
- All price points2 reviewsPrices run from cheap to expensive, so finds fit different budgets.
Shopping there
- Small store8 reviewsA few call it snug or a little antique mall, at odds with those calling it huge.
- New stock often6 reviewsInventory turns over regularly, with new items showing up on repeat visits.
- Restock timing2 reviews
- Easy to lose hours2 reviewsShoppers say it is easy to browse for hours among the many items.
Who comes here
- Worth a trip3 reviewsOut-of-town visitors enjoyed it and plan to return or stop for lunch.
- Regular stop2 reviews
Getting there
- Food or coffee on site20 reviewsMonti's Cafe inside serves coffee, mimosas, lunch and pastries; shoppers like it as a break.
Common gripes
- Prices seen as high9 reviewsSome booths seen as overpriced, with prices mixed; one shopper browses but rarely buys.
- Felt watched2 reviewsTwo shoppers felt closely watched or followed by staff, one finding it unwelcoming.
Known for
- Monti's Cafe inside the shop 3 shoppers
- Healthy houseplants and a plant selection 5 shoppers
- Holiday goods and Thanksgiving-week Christmas sale 2 shoppers
- Furniture and garden pieces 2 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 Monticello Antique Marketplace.
When shoppers are unhappy
We read all 7 of its one- and two-star written reviews since Oct 2023 and sorted them by reason. One review can give several.
- Followed, watched or accused of stealing1 in the last 12 months3
- Refused a return, refund or exchange1 in the last 12 months2
- Rude or unhelpful staff1 in the last 12 months2
- Item broken, dirty or not as describedNone in the last 12 months1
- Treated unfairly or discriminated againstNone in the last 12 months1
- Unclear or unfair store policies (bags, fees, minimums)None in the last 12 months1
Selling & donating
- Booth rental
- More than 100 dealer spaces
- Hours
- Monday-Saturday 10-6, Sunday 10-5
- Shows
- Three shows a year in the Garden Showroom with guest exhibitors
What it sells
- FurnitureShoppers mention it · On its website · On its business listing
- Home decor and housewaresShoppers mention it · On its website
- JewelryShoppers mention it
- Collectibles and toysShoppers mention it
- GiftsShoppers mention it
Mixed views. Wide range. A 3x4 ft Asian art piece was $100; a reprint painting at $149 seemed absurd. Some booths are overpriced.
Hours & getting there
| Monday | 10 am–6 pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 am–6 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–6 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–6 pm |
| Friday | 10 am–6 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–6 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am–5 pm |
- Payment
- Credit cards, debit cards and contactless
- Access
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- At the store
- Restroom, Small business, Free street parking
Good to know
- Parking is mixed: some found street spots, others struggled. Try Washington over Stark. Tip from 5 shoppers
- Expect crowds at holiday time and sometimes other busy periods. Tip from 3 shoppers
- Some shoppers were refused haggling and reseller discounts, so do not count on them. Tip from 2 shoppers
- Overpriced booths, with prices uneven from one vendor to the next. Raised by 5 shoppers
- Street parking is sometimes hard to find; one person says accessible spots were removed. Raised by 4 shoppers
- Open Sundays, 10 am–5 pm. Listed hours
When it’s busy
Busiest on Saturdays around 1 pm. Quietest day: Tuesday. 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
There's something for everyone at Portland's premier antique mall! Open for 20 plus years, Monticello is home to 100 spaces featuring every style from primitive to Victorian, industrial to mid-century. Walk through our beautifully curated and merchandised spaces while enjoying a coffee or mimosa from our in-house restaurant, Monti's Cafe.
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Questions
Does Monticello Antique Marketplace buy secondhand items?
Its website and business listing don’t say. Call (503) 256-8600 to ask. Nearby, Copper Moon Vintage Mercantile, Upstairs Basement and RERUN buy from the public.
Does Monticello Antique Marketplace take donations?
Its website and business listing don’t say. Call (503) 256-8600 to ask. Nearby, The Arc Thrift Store Boutique, Goodwill Industries of the Columbia Willamette and PACS - Donation Center take donations.
What are Monticello Antique Marketplace’s opening hours?
Monday to Saturday 10 am–6 pm, Sunday 10 am–5 pm (Portland time).
Sources and dates
Its business listing and written reviews · its website (monticelloantiques.com) · last updated 4 Oct 2026