Community Donation Center
Secondhand storeCommunity Donation Center is a secondhand store in Avondale, IL. You’ll find it at 3776 N Elston Ave, Avondale, IL. It’s one of 2 secondhand and resale shops we track in Avondale.
The store keeps hours seven days a week, including Sunday, staying open as late as 8 PM on its longest days. Thrift hours change seasonally and around holidays, so a quick call before a long drive is worth it.
Secondhand stores buy or take in used goods and price them to move, so the floor changes constantly; expect a mix of everyday clothing, housewares, and the occasional standout piece priced well below retail.
6 more secondhand shops are within driving distance, listed below, so it can anchor a longer thrifting circuit.
Store information
- Address
- 3776 N Elston Ave, Avondale, IL
- Hours
- Monday – Saturday 8:00 AM – 8:00 PMSunday 10:00 AM – 7:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +17732790850
Before you go
- Ask at the register which tag color is on sale this week and which is newest — the sale racks are cheap, the newest racks are where fresh donations land.
- Check garments under good light for stains and test every zipper; most thrift sales are final.
- Bring a tape measure and your key measurements — sizes vary wildly across eras and brands.
- Sunday hours are on file (10 AM – 7 PM), so it fits a weekend circuit.
Thrift & secondhand stores near Avondale
Unique Thrift Store
Thrift store3748 North Elston Avenue, Chicago, IL0.0 mi
Monday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sunday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Lincoln Antique Mall
Antique store3115-3117 West Irving Park Road, Chicago, IL0.5 mi
Monday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Village Thrift Store
Thrift store4027 North Kedzie Avenue, Chicago, IL0.5 mi
Mon-Sat: 9AM – 9PM
The Salvation Army
Thrift store3400 West Montrose Avenue, Chicago, IL0.8 mi
09:00-21:00
Anchor Baby Vintage
Vintage store4432 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL0.9 mi
Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Friday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: Closed
Gem A Vintage Collective
Vintage store2894 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL1.1 mi
Monday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Sunday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Community Donation Center located?
Community Donation Center is located at 3776 N Elston Ave, Avondale, IL.
What are Community Donation Center’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday – Saturday 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead at +17732790850 to confirm.
Is Community Donation Center open on Sunday?
Yes — Community Donation Center lists Sunday hours of 10 AM – 7 PM.
What kind of store is Community Donation Center?
Community Donation Center is a secondhand store in Avondale, IL.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Community Donation Center?
Yes — we list 6 other secondhand, thrift, consignment, vintage, or antique stores within about 50 miles. See the nearby stores section on this page.
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