The Portland Free Store Project
Independent thrift in Northeast Portland
Closed · opens Tuesday 10 am5419 NE 42nd Ave · map ↓
The Portland Free Store Project reviews
Friendly, owner-run Portland shop with a varied mix of clothes, household items and kids' books. Shoppers both buy and sell clothes here and like the prices.
12 written reviews · 92% five-star · 8% one or two stars · 6 in the past year · reviewed since 2024
- 3Friendly staffThe owner is repeatedly described as friendly, sweet and efficient, including when buying sellers' items.
- 3Wide varietyAdult clothing, some housewares and children's books, with shoppers noting variety and unusual finds.
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.
What shoppers mention
Themes from 12 written reviews, counted and summed up by us. One review can mention several.
What they like
- Friendly staff3 reviewsThe owner is repeatedly described as friendly, sweet and efficient, including when buying sellers' items.
- Wide variety3 reviewsAdult clothing, some housewares and children's books, with shoppers noting variety and unusual finds.
Known for
- Friendly, welcoming owner 3 shoppers
- Adult clothes, housewares and children's books 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.
When shoppers are unhappy
We read all 1 of its one- and two-star written reviews since Oct 2023 and sorted them by reason. One review can give several.
- Holds, online orders or delivery went wrong1 in the last 12 months1
Donating
- Hours
- September 2026: Tuesdays 10:00 AM-2:00 PM, plus Sat Sept 19 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
- Parking
- Street parking available; bus lines 71 & 77 stop nearby
- Appointments
- None needed, no paperwork; walk in during open hours
- Is there anything you won’t accept?
- Can I get a donation receipt?
What it sells
- ClothingShoppers mention it
Hours & getting there
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 am–2 pm |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
- Payment
- Credit cards and debit cards
Good to know
- Open only on Tuesdays, 10 am–2 pm. Listed hours
- Registered charity (Portland Free Store Project): donations may be tax-deductible.
In its own words
Welcome to the Portland Free Store Project. We’re creating a free space where everyone can access what they need! This space is where community can support community!
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Questions
Does The Portland Free Store Project buy secondhand items?
Its website and business listing don’t say. Ask in the store. Nearby, Take It Or Leave It, RERUN and Rerun buy from the public.
Does The Portland Free Store Project take donations?
Yes. Drop off donations during open hours. Everything goes to neighbors.
What are The Portland Free Store Project’s opening hours?
Closed Monday, Tuesday 10 am–2 pm, closed Wednesday to Sunday (Portland time).
Sources and dates
Its business listing and written reviews · its website (portlandfreestoreproject.org) · IRS tax-exempt records · last updated 4 Oct 2026