William Temple House Thrift Store
Independent thrift in Nob Hill, Portland
Closed · opens 11 am today2230 NW Glisan St · map ↓
William Temple House Thrift Store reviews
Neighborhood nonprofit thrift with daily color-tag sales, a shopper points program and a shop cat. Loved for finds and its cause, but shoppers split on rising prices and staff manner.
252 written reviews · 63% five-star · 16% one or two stars · 33 in the past year · reviewed since 2011
- 33Friendly staffMany find staff friendly and welcoming, and willing to check for a specific item.
- 18Wide varietyClothing, books and housewares; some call stock hit and miss or small, with little plus size.
- 7Fun to browseRegulars enjoy popping in for a hunt and usually leave with something useful.
- 8Prices seen as highShoppers say prices have climbed, with some clothing, furniture and antique-case items seen as overpriced.
Selling or donating here
Its website and business listing don’t say whether it takes consignments. Ask before you bring anything in.
Call (503) 222-3328What shoppers mention
Themes from 252 written reviews, counted and summed up by us. One review can mention several.
What they like
- Friendly staff33 reviewsMany find staff friendly and welcoming, and willing to check for a specific item.
- Wide variety18 reviewsClothing, books and housewares; some call stock hit and miss or small, with little plus size.
- Fun to browse7 reviewsRegulars enjoy popping in for a hunt and usually leave with something useful.
- Name-brand stock7 reviewsDesigner jackets, high-end shoes and quality women's and kids' brand clothing turn up.
- One-of-a-kind finds3 reviewsShoppers report distinctive, good-quality items and pieces labeled one-of-a-kind, at low prices.
- Good condition3 reviewsOne shopper got Cole Haans in great condition; another found damaged antique shakers overpriced.
Prices & deals
- Good clothing prices6 reviewsCheap clothes and marked-down tags make clothing affordable compared with other thrift stores.
- Rewards and coupons4 reviewsPoints program and earlier punch card; one shopper says joining takes a $10 spend.
- Fair prices3 reviewsOthers find prices fair, with good deals on clothes, books and housewares.
- Color-tag sales3 reviewsEach day has 50% and 75% off color tags, though one says they are rarer now.
Shopping there
- Small store9 reviewsA small neighborhood shop worth checking every week or so.
- Fitting rooms3 reviewsChanging rooms and a customer bathroom are available.
Who comes here
- Supports a cause15 reviewsProceeds help feed and support vulnerable neighbors, which shoppers say justifies buying and donating here.
Getting there
- Tricky parking3 reviewsParking is hard to find; one driver searched 27 minutes, and the nearby lot costs $3.00 an hour.
Common gripes
- Prices seen as high8 reviewsShoppers say prices have climbed, with some clothing, furniture and antique-case items seen as overpriced.
- Rude staff5 reviewsSeveral describe staff as rude, unfriendly or having an attitude.
Known for
- Daily 50% and 75% off color tags 2 shoppers
- Proceeds feeding local neighbors in need 3 shoppers
- A friendly resident shop cat 3 shoppers
- Designer and name-brand finds 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 William Temple House Thrift Store.
When shoppers are unhappy
We read all 15 of its one- and two-star written reviews since Oct 2023 and sorted them by reason. One review can give several.
- Prices too high4 in the last 12 months4
- Item broken, dirty or not as described2 in the last 12 months3
- Closed during posted hours or hours wrong1 in the last 12 months2
- Rude or unhelpful staffNone in the last 12 months2
- Parking or access problems1 in the last 12 months2
- Donation turned away or rude at drop-offNone in the last 12 months1
Selling & donating
- 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?
- Is there anything you won’t accept?
- Can I get a donation receipt?
What it sells
- ClothingShoppers mention it
- FurnitureShoppers mention it · On its business listing
- Books, records and mediaShoppers mention it
- Home decor and housewaresShoppers mention it · On its website
- Kids and babyOn its business listing
Seen as high. Some report finds like $8 Cole Haans and $15 cowboy boots; others say clothing starts above $9 and chairs hit $175.
Hours & getting there
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| 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 | 11 am–6 pm |
- Payment
- Credit cards, debit cards and contactless
- Access
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- At the store
- In-store pick-up, Free street parking, Clothing recycling
Good to know
- Shop the daily color-tag sales for 50% or 75% off Tip from 3 shoppers
- Join the shopper points program if you visit regularly Tip from 2 shoppers
- Check in weekly, since stock gets refreshed Tip from 2 shoppers
- Allow extra time for parking Tip from 2 shoppers
- Prices described as having risen, with clothing and furniture seen as overpriced Raised by 5 shoppers
- Some staff encounters described as rude or unfriendly Raised by 3 shoppers
- Closed on Mondays. Listed hours
- Open Sundays, 11 am–6 pm. Listed hours
In its own words
The William Temple House Thrift Store is an old-school staple of NW Portland. We sell a wide variety of donated items at affordable prices, including furniture, clothing, homewares, vintage, jewelry and accessories, and more. Check us out! *We are closed the third Monday of every month.
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Questions
Does William Temple House Thrift Store buy secondhand items?
Yes. Listed as buying used goods.
Does William Temple House Thrift Store take donations?
Yes. 3 reviews mention dropping off donations here.
What are William Temple House Thrift Store’s opening hours?
Closed Monday, Tuesday to Saturday 10 am–6 pm, Sunday 11 am–6 pm (Portland time).
Sources and dates
Its business listing and written reviews · its website (williamtemple.org) · IRS tax-exempt records · last updated 4 Oct 2026