Thrift store

Goodwill Industries Outlet of the Columbia Willamette

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Est. 1992
★★★☆☆3.8(677 reviews)
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Goodwill Industries Outlet of the Columbia Willamette - Thrift store in Hillsboro, Oregon

About Goodwill Industries Outlet of the Columbia Willamette

Goodwill Industries Outlet of the Columbia Willamette is a nonprofit thrift store located in Hillsboro, Oregon, offering a range of pre-owned clothing, housewares, and more. The outlet model allows shoppers to find discounted items in a unique bin shopping experience, where they can dig through to uncover hidden treasures.

The atmosphere at this outlet can be described as bustling and eclectic, with a mix of seasoned thrift shoppers and newcomers eager to explore. While the bins may be filled with a variety of items, customers should be prepared for a more hands-on approach to shopping as items are not organized in a traditional retail format.

Conveniently located in Hillsboro, this outlet is easily accessible for locals and visitors alike. The store operates under typical business hours from Monday to Wednesday, making it a manageable stop for anyone looking to explore thrift shopping in the area.

What to Expect

  • Expect a hands-on shopping experience where items are presented in bins for you to sift through.
  • Product selection can vary greatly, with some customers noting recent challenges in finding quality items.
  • Prices at this outlet are generally very low, reflecting the thrift store model, but the overall quality may differ depending on recent donations.

Google Reviews

Emily Norman
Emily Normana month ago
★★☆☆☆

Used to love going to the bins but recently they have been borderline empty. A worker said it’s because people aren’t donating, that is not true. People are absolutely donating, but goodwill is sending most of it to their e-commerce instead of the bi...

Tony H
Tony H2 years ago
★★★☆☆

This place is not like an ordering goodwill. Things are just thrown into bins, and you are expected to dig through them to find things that you want. It seems like they do try to organize stuff in the bins like they throw things that are alike in the...

jeremy woodward
jeremy woodward3 months ago
☆☆☆☆

I used to frequent this gw outlet and it had decent quality and selection. But I went this weekend after moving and not visiting for a couple years and I was shocked by how low quality the items going through were. The bins selection was very musty d...

Miklos Sahin-Toth
Miklos Sahin-Toth7 months ago
★★★★★

The quality of goods at this outlet location is great. Much better than anything else I’ve seen in/around Portland. Great clothes. Lots of interesting appliances and decent housewares. We came from Seattle and here are some observations: 1. There i...

Mic Pack
Mic Pack3 months ago
★★★★★

BinsBinsBins..... Make other people's crap your shit. By the pound. Yep! They fricken weigh it and you pay accordingly. Between you and me, you can haggle a better price with your cashier as well. Find one of the many large bags or suit cases they ha...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Visiting Tips

If you're new to this type of shopping, come prepared to spend some time digging through bins to find what you want.

Visiting during the week may offer a less crowded experience compared to weekends, which can be busier.

Make sure to check for nearby parking options and consider exploring other local thrift stores in Hillsboro for a full day of bargain hunting.

Hours

  • monday8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • tuesday8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • wednesday8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • thursday8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • friday8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • saturday8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • sunday8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

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