Not bad. Quite busy and crowded but they have a decent selection. Not super big for a thrift store. I'd mostly come for clothes, a lot of the other stuff just feels random and junky (like the toys, jewelry, etc.). They organize by color, at least in the women's section, which I really like for some reason. They also have dressing rooms! Worth the trip for sure.
Lots of women’s clothing options, small men’s section, and a very small kids section. Large section of dishes, mostly plates and cups. I’ve been going here for years and in recent months, the line is always VERY long. On my last two visits in the past few months, the cashiers rounded up my purchase without asking me. This is not ok!! When does the fitting room close? They closed it at 5:45 the other day and the store closes at 7.
Updated 5/30/25: this location now has toys, games, and housewares! It’s generally clean for a thrift store that is really packed these days. The prices seem to have gone up again and women’s tops are $8.99, and a lot of items are specifically priced to be higher. I understand, but some seem priced very high. I have 2 issues recently, 1) employees seem to be evaluated on the round up and one cashier was openly talking about just rounding up for people because they had just received feedback on their low number of round ups. It’s just a penny but it’s disingenuous and questionable to evaluate employees on this. 2) I’m very confused by the new rewards system. It seems to be down at this location, or the employees haven’t been trained on this, even though there are many signs at the cash register for it. I’m able to give my phone number at other NYC locations but I was told this isn’t possible at the Livingston location? I would like my points, please!!!
Most expensive goodwill/ thriftstore i've been to. used shein for like $9...
If you go down the street, old navy, h&m, primark, target, and burlington will sell you something new for cheaper or similar price
You might find something good but you realllllly have to dig
Not worth the trip imo
guard is screaming at everyone that the store is closed 25 minutes before the hour posted on the door. just say you close at 6:30, not spending $10 per item to get screamed at when on the line to pay.
The homewares section is tiny and regularly picked through. They'll bring out a new cart and people will swarm to get things off of the cart before they hit the shelves. If you want to see anything new, you must also swarm the cart. This is a good location for clothes mostly, and they have a lot of good sized fitting rooms. It's not the thrift experience I'm used to and if you're used to using student discount- this location only has student discount on Saturdays! They also often have nice things but you'll have to compete with resellers, like at any thrift store, and it's always the luck of the draw.
If you like thrifting then Goodwill is the place to start. They have some great deals and you could easily find some decent deals. My new favorite place to shop on the weekends.
It is located in a Black neighborhood. I was surprised the first time I went there. Many local residents were shopping inside, and there were lots of nice clothes and plush toys available for purchase.
Been here a bunch of times! Definitely hit or miss depending on what people donate but alwayd a good time. Sometimes ill leave with nothing and other times ill leave with 3 pairs of shoes, dresses, jeans, and some shirts.
They have a fitting room, max 5 items, but i dont usually see a line so I go back in if i find more stuff later. Pricing is good and my strategy is to look for the color tag of the day for 50% off price. (Last time i went i got 2 pairs of shoes and pants, priced each at $9.99 but spent $15 in total because of the tag)
Only downside is some other customers may hide merchandise so they can come back and purchase for themselves later…..many cute boots and sneakers but only one foot was available lol
I love Goodwill but the two times I’ve donated to this specific location the staff has been awful. I’ve heard them yell at customers, yell at me (for not intuitively knowing to dump my donated clothes into a shopping cart with a brick holding it in place?). The security guard was extremely confrontational for no reason
If you're donating -- be aware guys will swarm in as you unload with a sob story about needing stuff for family or whatever. Caught off guard I gave guy one box, and held another to donate. The guys take the box across the street to unpack and sell at a sidewalk sale and pocket the $. DON'T BE TAKEN IN! Store is fine, big, easy to navigate. A lot of clothes both men and women's. Checkout line can be very long.
Was there the other day and was surprised by the prices like $12-$18 for an off-brand top or dress. Uhm, I could get that new at Marshalls or Burlington, thanks. I understand if it were name brand, but common now. People have lost all respect for money, apparently. Gonna stick with my local thrift stores where $20 still goes a long way.
My boyfriend wanted to purchase 3 items. None of the items had price tags. They did not sell them to him nor did they figure it out in the moment. I used to work retail, and when something was put on the floor without a tag, we figured it out THAT MOMENT. This was disrespectful and strange. They said we could try to come back in an hour when they would try to have them priced by. No thanks.
Love going to that place <3
Anytime I am in downtown Brooklyn I am stopping by because maybe I will find something cheap and cool. It's like gambling or opening a magic treasure chest for a small price and the outcome can be amazing. I found the whole series of Lord of the Rings CDs original wrapped (not opened yet) for only 5$
I visited the Livingston store last week and I love this location. Clean, neat, great merchandise and selection, and the most helpful employees. As I was checking out, I was called to register with two employees. I was greeted, asked if I found everything okay, and was engaged in polite conversation during the check out process.
I came to learn one employee was new and undergoing training, while the other was the stores general manager, Colin. He was wonderful. Not only was he assisting/training a new employee through the check out process, but more importantly leading by example in how providing customer service should be. Attentive to the customer, checking on the customers experience, and ensuring the customer was happy.
This was such a wonderful experience, not only from a customer standpoint, but to also know the emphasis Colin places on making sure the store’s employees understand the importance of the customer experience.
After reading past reviews from up to a year ago, this store has really turned around for the better. I can’t wait to make my next visit and see the new merchandise and how my new friend is doing at their job.
Off the bat this goodwill has a lot of really nice clothes and brands that you wouldn’t normally see. Traveling from a different state in comparison to clothes and prices. I will say the price was a little high for a second hand store, most pieces starting at 7.99 being the lowest price I saw out of the store. I would say for overall experience very clean organized well lit has very active security and customer service was really welcoming.
I am starting this review with some negatives but I it's a five star at the end. I am a trans person with limited resources and have shopped at 14th, 25th, Brooklyn and a store in the 80's for a few years. Each time I was gawked at, treated horrendously and even had managers sales peeps make crude jokes at my expense. I decided to never to shop at Goodwill anywhere again because of these experiences.
By chance a few days ago I was in Brooklyn and as I was passing the store the window grabbed my attention. I needed something to wear for a party over the weekend. I thought "what the hell maybe this time will be different" and IT WAS.
There was a white guy near the entrance who greeted me and asked how my day was. I asked where women's dresses were and instead of pointing walked me over and asked if I need help finding something.
At first I didn't but then realized I was overwhelmed by the choices. I grabbed a few to try on, saw the guy again and asked if he could help me choose. A kind woman let me into a dressing room. The guy stayed in the area and gave honest comments about the dresses.
I went in for one dress and bought five of the ones I tried on. I asked his name and I should have written it down. I have no idea what he does in the store but he deserves a raise, a bonus or something, I have never been treated so kindly.
To whoever reads these the store has never looked cleaner, organized or had some many cool pieces,. Thank you for making at least one of your stores feel inclusive and welcoming. I can't wait to stop in again.
5 stars for Goodwill on Livingston street!
My visit to this Goodwill was truly enjoyable! While initially on my way to Salvation Army, I found this Goodwill to be far better, in terms of selection and pricing. The staff, especially Kelley, Melissa, and Michelle, were incredibly kind and helpful. Thanks again ladies!
Found some gems here! Designer trousers for $7 and really good framed artwork for the same price. I left super happy. Like another reviewer said, the “female” selection is definitely better and bigger. Thanks for the deals!
It's a convenient Goodwill location. It's supposed to close at 7, but everyone is forcefully kicked out by 6:40pm, with an employee yelling throughout the store that there are 10 MINUTES LEFT, 5 MINUTES LEFT, 3 MINUTES LEFT, etc leading up to this. Fitting rooms close well before this, around 5:45.
Selection is pretty bare compared to other goodwills and thrift stores, despite the large space. Decently organized and clean for a thrift store. I've found some interesting items here before, but hit or miss most of the time. I will usually stop by when I'm in the area.
Outside the store there are a dozen or more people with things spread out on blankets that they are trying to sell and yelling. They harass anyone with a bag that they think they are donating to try and take it. I wish the store would address this more, as anyone who enters the store must walk through.
I am usually very happy with your store and the selection; I often find what I’m looking for at a great price. But today I saw an employee found some nice things and put them behind the cashier. Thats not fair for us loyal customers.
Big goodwill, seems better options for females than males. Lots of jeans. Jeans heaven (if you like denim). Warm in winter. There was nothing I needed but everything I wanted. They play music (radio goodwill) as far as I’m aware you can only listen to Radio Goodwill in the store so worth a trip just for that. There are also seats where you can sit. No sleeping though. Plenty of handbags if that’s your thing. On Tuesday you can get more savings. If you plan on purchasing a lot I recommend getting a trolley.
I was in the area for an appointment and to my surprise I found this Goodwill. I made a mental note to pop in once I was free. The outside can be kind of deceiving because it looked to be very large. But when you step inside its content isn’t as full. Meaning they layout is spacious, but they really don’t have a lot of items. I’ve been to other thrifts stores throughout NYC and most times they have more then this location. Everything was neat and organized just not much inventory. I enjoyed the wall art section; they had some interesting pieces. The shoe section was bare as well as the accessories area. I did find a Max Studio pleated skirt with the original tags still on it. It was $7.99 and was retailed at $98. So that was a score. They offer try on rooms as well which is great being that they have a all sales are final policy. I walked the whole place in 30 minutes made my purchase and was out. Funny thing I observed was a guy just outside the front door selling his items (laid out on the ground) I wondered to myself “did he come shopping at the Goodwill and find some good items and is now trying to flip them right in front of the very store he purchased them from LOL?
Large, well organized, and well lit, this thrift staple seems well worth the visit. Why is it then that it's not even in my top ten thrifts to visit in nyc? For one :despite a dozen employees milling about, only one math-challenged cashier is working the till. I've seen customers wait 20 minutes and up in line. I also don't find the the greatest items here. Nonetheless, highlights include men's tees and women's bags. Prices are ok. Nothing amazing.
Great selection everything is well organized. Store feels like its dying tho might just be the lighting. Very dimmed down. Staff is okay could be better. Everyone seemed depressed, could just be the crappy pay and the lights lol
Oct 18, 2017
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