Goodwill
Thrift storeGoodwill is a thrift store in East Haven, CT. You’ll find it at 249 W Main St, East Haven, CT. It’s the only secondhand shop we currently track in East Haven, so the nearby list below reaches into neighboring towns.
Hours are listed below as the store posts them; they can change seasonally, so call ahead before a long drive.
As a thrift store, its inventory is donated and priced for fast turnover: stock changes daily, sizes and styles are unpredictable, and the best finds go to shoppers who come back often rather than those who come once. Purchases and donations here support Goodwill’s charitable programs; our Goodwill guide covers its donation rules and discount days.
6 more secondhand shops are within driving distance, listed below, so it can anchor a longer thrifting circuit.
Store information
- Address
- 249 W Main St, East Haven, CT
- Hours
- Monday – Saturday: 9:00 am – 8:00 pmHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +12034817777
- Website
- goodwillsne.org/locations
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.
- Donating? Use the donation door during posted hours and ask for a receipt — see our Goodwill guide for what this chain accepts.
Donating at Goodwill
Most locations accept clothing, shoes, books and media, housewares, small working electronics, and small furniture at drive-up donation doors during posted hours. Most regions do not take mattresses, cribs and car seats, CRT televisions, chemicals, or large appliances.
Full Goodwill guide: donation rules, discount days, and every location →Thrift & secondhand stores near East Haven
Superior Exchange
Secondhand store1311 State St, New Haven, CT1.5 mi
Monday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM; Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM; Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM; Thursday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM; Friday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: Closed
Witch Bitch Thrift
Thrift store105 Whitney Avenue, New Haven, CT2.7 mi
Tu-Sa 11:00-19:00; Su 11:00-18:00
Fashionista
Secondhand store85 Willow St Bldg. #1, New Haven, CT2.7 mi
Mo closed; Tu-Sa 11:00-19:00; Su 12:00-17:00
Goodwill
Thrift store2901 State Street, Hamden, CT2.8 mi
Monday – Saturday: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Nim’s
Secondhand store819 Chapel St, New Haven, CT3.0 mi
EBMVintage & Civvies
Antique store839 Chapel Street, New Haven, CT3.0 mi
Goodwill in Connecticut: 28 locations →
Every Goodwill store in Connecticut with its hours, typical opening times, and the chain guide to donation rules and discount days.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Goodwill located?
Goodwill is located at 249 W Main St, East Haven, CT.
What are Goodwill’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday – Saturday: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm. Hours can change — call ahead at +12034817777 to confirm.
What kind of store is Goodwill?
Goodwill is a thrift store in East Haven, CT.
Does Goodwill accept donations?
Goodwill stores generally accept donations of clothing, housewares, books, and small working items during posted hours, and provide a tax receipt on request. Large items and pickup availability vary by location — call ahead at +12034817777 for anything bulky.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Goodwill?
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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