Take It Or Leave It
Independent thrift in Northeast Portland
Closed · opens 11 am today5012 NE 42nd Ave · map ↓
Take It Or Leave It reviews
Small Cully consignment shop with thoughtfully chosen, fairly priced clothes and treasures. Shoppers split on staff, some finding them friendly and others cold, and a few report item condition problems.
43 written reviews · 70% five-star · 26% one or two stars · owner replies to 100% · 5 in the past year · reviewed since 2019
- 7Friendly staffMany find staff pleasant, personable and helpful, though some visitors felt unwelcome.
- 5Well-chosen stockThoughtfully chosen vintage and modern pieces, well organized, with a good layout and dressing rooms.
- 3Fun to browseRepeat visitors enjoy the hunt and usually leave with something good.
- 2Rude staffSeveral shoppers describe employees as cold, annoyed or rude, including over repeated visits.
Selling or donating here
Its website and business listing don’t say whether it accepts donations. Ask before you bring anything in.
Call (503) 206-5059What shoppers mention
Themes from 43 written reviews, counted and summed up by us. One review can mention several.
What they like
- Friendly staff7 reviewsMany find staff pleasant, personable and helpful, though some visitors felt unwelcome.
- Well-chosen stock5 reviewsThoughtfully chosen vintage and modern pieces, well organized, with a good layout and dressing rooms.
- Fun to browse3 reviewsRepeat visitors enjoy the hunt and usually leave with something good.
- One-of-a-kind finds2 reviewsCool, one-of-a-kind items at bargain prices, though one visit was soured by a staff member.
Prices & deals
- Fair prices5 reviewsPrices called reasonable and fair for quality brands, unlike trendy near-new resale pricing.
Shopping there
- Small store2 reviewsA little thrifty spot with nice items.
Common gripes
- Rude staff2 reviewsSeveral shoppers describe employees as cold, annoyed or rude, including over repeated visits.
Known for
- Hand-picked vintage and modern clothing 2 shoppers
- Quality clothing brands at fair prices 2 shoppers
- Consignment by appointment 2 shoppers
- Dressing rooms with flattering lighting 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 Take It Or Leave It.
When shoppers are unhappy
We read all 8 of its one- and two-star written reviews since Oct 2023 and sorted them by reason. One review can give several.
- Rude or unhelpful staff1 in the last 12 months5
- Item broken, dirty or not as described1 in the last 12 months2
- Refused a return, refund or exchange1 in the last 12 months2
- Unclear or unfair store policies (bags, fees, minimums)None in the last 12 months1
- Dirty, smelly or cluttered storeNone in the last 12 months1
- Consignment payout late, short or missingNone in the last 12 months1
Selling & consigning
- Buys from the public
- Takes items by appointment for trade credit: 40% of market value as store credit
- Consignment split
- 40% to you; 60% for handmade goods
- Consignment period
- 90 days
- Payout
- By check
- Drop-offs
- Tue, Wed, Thu by appointment; about one or two IKEA bags or 18 gallon tubs
- Furniture
- Email photos first; once approved, drop off outside scheduled appointment times
- Hours
- Monday–Thursday 11-6, Friday–Sunday 11-7
- 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
- Home decor and housewaresShoppers mention it · On its website
Seen as fair. Called fair and reasonable, below trendy near-new pricing; one paid 25 for a blazer with torn lining.
Hours & getting there
| Monday | 11 am–6 pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 am–6 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–6 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–7 pm |
| Friday | 11 am–7 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–7 pm |
| Sunday | 11 am–7 pm |
- Payment
- Credit cards and debit cards
- Access
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance and accessible parking
- At the store
- LGBTQ+ friendly, Transgender safe space, Small business
Good to know
- Book a selling appointment ahead; shoppers differ on how easy scheduling is. Tip from 2 shoppers
- Staff described as cold or rude, even by shoppers who liked the stock. Raised by 4 shoppers
- Some items had condition flaws, such as torn lining or pet hair. Raised by 2 shoppers
- Open Sundays, 11 am–7 pm. Listed hours
In its own words
Neighborhood consignment shop for the home and wardrobe.
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Questions
Does Take It Or Leave It buy secondhand items?
Yes. Takes items by appointment for trade credit: 40% of market value as store credit.
Does Take It Or Leave It take donations?
Its website and business listing don’t say. Call (503) 206-5059 to ask. Nearby, The Portland Free Store Project, Radical Abundance Thrift Shop and RERUN take donations.
What are Take It Or Leave It’s opening hours?
Monday to Wednesday 11 am–6 pm, Thursday to Sunday 11 am–7 pm (Portland time).
Sources and dates
Its business listing and written reviews · its website (takeitorleaveitpdx.com) · last updated 4 Oct 2026